![[BlackbeardThornePathfinder-v2.webp]] # Captain "Blackbeard" Thorne _Human Retired Pirate | [[The Crimson Kraken]] | [[Neverwinter]]_ ## Summary A retired pirate who runs [[The Crimson Kraken]] tavern in [[Neverwinter]]'s Dock District. He plays up the full swashbuckling look and loves telling stories of his seafaring days, and the tavern has become a popular spot for adventurers and sailors. He gave [[Gex]] a magical scimitar after their duel. %% ## Now _placeholder_ ## Appearance The epitome of a swashbuckling pirate: bushy black beard, single gold tooth, twinkling eyes, weathered tricorn hat, and a velvet waistcoat with gold buttons, a well-worn cutlass at his side. ## Personality Boisterous, charismatic, and full of life — a natural storyteller with a booming baritone, given to hearty laughs, sea-shanty verses, and a wistful longing for his seafaring days. ## Quote _"Ah, there's nothing like a good tale over a tankard of ale to keep the spirit of adventure alive!"_ ## Connections **[[Gex]]** — dueled him, then gave him a magical scimitar. ## Background **The Retirement:** He sailed for decades as one of the most charismatic pirates of his generation, known as much for his storytelling as his cutlass. When age and changing times made piracy less appealing, he used his wealth to turn [[The Crimson Kraken]] into [[Neverwinter]]'s premier tavern for the adventurous. ## Stats **Base:** Veteran (MM p.350), with sailing expertise. %%