# [[Novgor]] [[Novgor]] is a Vistani dwarf, blacksmith, craftsman, and merchant based at [[Tser Pool]]. He deals in weapons, equipment, relics, books, and unusual magical goods, and appears knowledgeable about old Barovian artifacts and specialized materials. Novgor has several children, whom he has copy books by hand as a way of teaching them their runes. He is noticeably proud of their work. ### Personality Novgor appears: - friendly and talkative; - comfortable haggling; - proud of his family; - proud of Vistani craftsmanship and history; - easily embarrassed when his merchandise does not live up to his claims; - and inclined to brag about the quality or provenance of unusual items he sells. ### In [[014_20260904 Session 14|Session 14]], - The Gang learned that Novgor had created or maintained the magical restraints holding the captive [[Harpy]]. - [[Arrigal]] arranged to purchase an ether-steel collar and leash from him so the Harpy could be released under restraint. - [[Andraste Amo|Andi]] discovered that one of Novgor's copied books contained numerous spelling and calligraphy mistakes from his children. Novgor was embarrassed and agreed to sell it at a discount. ### Family - Unnamed children — copy books for Novgor and are being taught their runes through the work. ### Personality Novgor appears: - proud of his work and his family's work; - comfortable haggling; - knowledgeable about old Barovian relics, equipment, and historical texts; - and somewhat prone to bragging, particularly when discussing the accomplishments of his people or ancestors. ### Known Skills - Blacksmithing - Trading and appraisal - Working with ether-steel and magical restraints - Knowledge of old Barovian relics and historical texts