Character Overview#
Elspeth Cooper is a dwarf Artificer (Battle Smith) / Paladin and former professional racer who was controversially disqualified from the racing circuit. She seeks to clear her name while using her technical expertise and combat skills to support her companions.
Basic Information#
- Race: Dwarf
- Class: Artificer (Battle Smith) / Paladin
- Player: Ali
- Family: Related to Retired Detective Olivia Cooper
- First Appearance: Session 1
Background#
Elspeth was a professional racer who was disqualified from the circuit for alleged vehicle tampering and overpowering. She believes she was framed and that her car had been sabotaged by someone else. This controversy led her to the underground racing scene in High Forge, where she met the rest of the party.
Abilities and Equipment#
Combat Capabilities#
- Magical Gun: Her primary ranged weapon
- Battle Axe: For melee combat
- Green Flame Blade: Enhances her melee attacks with fire damage
- Divine Smite: Paladin ability for extra radiant damage
Artificer Skills#
- Steel Defender: BoxBox, her loyal mechanical companion
- Infusions: Various magical enhancements for equipment
- Technical Expertise: Capable of building and modifying vehicles and equipment
Equipment#
- The Zoomfall: Her racing car, enhanced with various modifications
- BoxBox: Steel defender companion that serves multiple roles
- Magical Gun: Artificer-crafted ranged weapon
- Racing Modifications: Wheel spikes, spoilers, and crystal power systems
Key Relationships#
BoxBox#
Her steel defender companion, an automaton that serves as both combat ally and technical assistant. BoxBox has been captured and rescued multiple times, showing Elspeth ’s protective nature toward her creation.
Olivia Cooper#
Family member (specific relationship unclear) who shares her investigative instincts and protective nature.
Romantic Interest#
Developed a relationship with a red-haired guard she met during a Twilight Company mission. Despite typical awkwardness, she successfully obtained the woman’s contact information.
Racing Community#
- Thelvult: Former associate from her professional racing days
- Miss Talks: Punk-rock headhunter managing race entries
- The Warden: Underground race organizer
Character Development#
Professional Vindication#
Throughout the campaign, Elspeth works to restore her reputation in the racing community while proving her technical competence through various challenges.
Combat Evolution#
Her multiclass progression shows growth from pure artificer to someone willing to take divine oaths, suggesting deeper moral convictions developing over time.
Leadership Moments#
Often serves as the party’s technical expert and voice of reason, particularly during equipment-related challenges and vehicle operations.
Notable Achievements#
Racing Victories#
- Won the Highforge Sprint despite sabotage attempts
- Dominated the dangerous mountain race organized by The Warden
- Gained official membership in the underground racing circuit
Technical Innovations#
- Enhanced the Zoomfall with various combat and performance modifications
- Built sleds and ball-throwing devices for townspeople
- Contributed to advanced technology projects including rocket schematics
Combat Contributions#
- Consistently effective in ranged combat with her magical gun
- Coordinated attacks with BoxBox for tactical advantages
- Used Green Flame Blade and Divine Smite to devastating effect
Current Status#
Elspeth continues to travel with the party as they navigate increasingly dangerous political and supernatural threats. Her technical expertise and racing skills have proven invaluable, and she has established herself as both a formidable combatant and reliable team member.
Equipment Status#
- The Warden’s Signet: Magical ring providing advantages for vehicle operations
- Enhanced Zoomfall: Racing car with crystal power systems and combat modifications
- Advanced Crystals: Collection from various adventures for powering inventions
Ongoing Plots#
- Continued development of her romantic relationship
- Racing circuit reputation and future competitions
- Technical projects involving advanced schematics and magical technology