House Stonefist

Crest:
Symbol of a clenched stone fist on a copper-green shield

 

Motto: “Strength in Stone, Warmth in Hearth.”

Colors: Copper and Green
Seat: Stonefist Estate, Grundr

Overview

House Stonefist is among the most renowned dwarven noble houses of the Xaverion Islands, famed for their mastery of brewing and their generous autumn traditions. Their estate is partly carved into the mountain yet surrounded by fertile fields and lantern-lit gardens.

Role & Reputation

• Legacy: Masters of ale and mead brewing, their casks are prized across the islands.

• Themes: Autumn abundance, generosity, kinship, and the uniting of all folk in celebration.

• Symbolism: The fist represents dwarven resilience and the house’s enduring strength.

Signature Event: The Harvest Ball

• Held during the Ysandra season (autumn).

• Opens with the First Pour by the house patriarch/matriarch, blessing the harvest.

• The Harvest Dance is begun by Thalara and Durnic, with Varrim leading the music.

• The noble circle expands until the outer halls are opened, welcoming common folk into the celebration.

The Stonefist Family

• Lord Barador Stonefist – Dark-skinned, barrel-chested, long curly black beard in braids. Stern yet generous.

• Lady Helgrida Stonefist (née Ironmantle) – Fair-skinned, ginger hair, freckles, warm-hearted and beloved matron.

Children:

1. Thalara Stonefist Ironmantle – Eldest daughter, curly ginger hair, tanned skin. Leads the Harvest Dance.

2. Durnic Stonefiest Ironmantle – Eldest son, long dark hair, fair complexion. Co-leads the Harvest Dance.

3. Varrim Ironmantle Stonefist – Second son, shoulder-length curly dark hair, spirited, leads the music.

4. Kaelenna Ironmantle Stonefist – Younger daughter, wavy black pigtails, curious and clever.

5. Bruni Stonefirst Ironmantle – Youngest son, tousled dark wavy hair, mischievous boy.