Just a fun thread regarding NPCs across the 5 playable races.
From each race, choose your favorite NPC or one you like/admire/find intriguing and give a description why (brief or lengthy doesn’t matter).
Example (lengthy, no particular order):
CHARR: Rytlock Brimstone
Hands down this character is awesome. Familiar to many and recently drawing our attention to the upcoming Revenant profession will pose as a very noteworthy, compelling figure. Voice actor has wonderfully accentuated this character to it’s fullest and I’m very grateful for the efforts in making this character shine in certain personal story instances and cutscenes/upcoming HoT scenes. This is a character I can take seriously and believe will continue to be a great asset to the list of well-known NPCs and their decions/consequences.
ASURA: Councillor Phlunt
I don’t ‘like’ this character but I’ve grown to appreciate a personal humor that’s sprouted when it comes to his blunt, arrogant remarks. Introduced into the LS his first impression is shared by many likeminded players: this character is rude and annoying. Whether it be intentional or not I believe the developers have successfully delivered a character that sets a new level for dry, sarcastic absurdity and slightly irritating views. It will be interesting to see any further impact this character makes.
HUMAN: Lady Grimassi
Scout the land of Tyria and show me ONE Human NPC that is NOT ‘young’ in appearance – low and behold, the majestic and slightly eerie Lady Grimassi. This skill point related character is disturbingly thought-provoking at first glance and still to this day spooks me out. For an old lady, her design is spot on and I genuinely appreciate the work put into making this NPC so distinct. I strongly believe the Human cities, towns and docks deserve more elderly characters as it would pop that immersive feeling further so. The game world lacks these brilliant, exclusive characters.
SYLVARI: Faolain
How this being treats others is a gem in itself and I think no other character takes the cake for how sinister, unnerving and downright obviously cruel this NPC has proven. Albeit ‘missing’ for a lengthy duration our knowledge on this character can be garnered from the Twilight Arbor Dungeon instances, including the recent LSS2 episodes: portraying a character more than capable of influencing others; a prominent example of speaking their mind/views with little regards/care towards others. It has been a healthy step exploring the past and I look forward to any further critical imprints this character leaves as I strongly believe this individual has great potential in the game’s current state regarding Mordremoth/Sylvari/Nightmare Court/HoT etc.
NORN: Jora
A good historical figure tying Norn lore in place as evident on her statue plauqe. My slight unfamiliaraties & inexperience playing one of a Norn has led me to choose a more chronicled character, thus, I do not have much to say in regards to this individual despite them being somewhat captivating. Lore alone is critical in a game and it is significant to see ancient characters prompting the minds of players through their presence in-game via statues/memorials.
So tell me, what 5 race-specific NPCs are YOUR favorites?
