Ozwald Savile
From Changeling Venue
| Seeming | Wizened Artist |
|---|---|
| Court | Winter Court ••• |
| Freehold | ??? |
| Player | Chris DiAngelo |
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Overview
Alias(es): Ozwald Savile, The Seam Master
Real Name: Donny Harris (known by only a few)
Age: 75
Concept: Recluse Fasion Designer
Gentry: Princess Celeste of a Thousand Destinies
Entitlement: None
Mask: Ozwald is an older man, he is tall and thin. He is well groomed, and takes care of his appearance to a point of perfection. His long white hair is usually pulled back and held in place with a black bow. He wears spectacle glasses and often walks with a cane. He also still has a wedding ring on his finger, his adoring fans believe his wife passed before him.
Mien: His fingers are long, each fingertip wrapped in small bandages held in place by the scabs that bled through. His white long hair hangs a bit in his face making him looks slightly unruly. His nose is long and crooked, one of his most identifying features. He wears one of his own creations but it has a workers feel to it, a frock coat of wool rather than brocade or silk.
Relevant Mechanics: Fame 3 (Fashion Industry)
Character Livejournal: None at this time
Character Information
Known History
Basic Timeline:
Aug 1959 – Born Donald Harris
Jun 1976 – Graduated Cardoza High School
Aug 1978 – Enrolled at St. Johns University
Dec 1981 – Baby girl, Samantha Harris is born
Mar 1982 – Taken by the Gentry
Jan 1997 – Returns after 45 years in Faire
Feb 2002 – Received fake ID from Ruby Kirkbride
Current Activities:
Ozwald's creations are often seen on the Red Carpet at the Grammy's and Emmys, as well as featured during fahsion week at Milan, Paris, and New York. He is also known to at times be seen strolling down Savile Row in England. Among the Lost he is known as one of the greatest designers of Hedgespun Raiments. Strangely enough he always seems to have an invitation to the most elite and private affairs among the Lost. Many wonder how he gets invited to so many functions, while only his patrons know the truth.
Merit Details:
Though Ozwald's pieces are enough to bring him the fame he has recieved, it is actually his peculiar nature that has captivated most. He is known to be a recluse. It is rare for him to give an interview, and a sighting of him at a public gathering has become a treasure.
Background:
Associations & Associates
Associations
- The Exalted Guild of the Fae-Touched Artisans - Ozwald was asked on more than one occassion to join the Guild, though he couldn't bring himself to socialize beyond a small grunt. Regardless, Malic Stitch has persisted with the offer.
- Magistrates of the Wax Mask - Ozwald makes many if not all of the costumes for the Magistrates Seasonal events.
- Maleperduys - Ozwald was among the Oppidae in this well known Hallow. There he was commissioned by many of the travelers and residents including Valentine
Associates
- Althea Sexton - Perhaps its Winter that binds them, or Ozwald believes her Wedding dress to be one of his greatest accomplishments, regardless he at times has been known to ask his clients if they have ever met a lost sailor named Sexton.
- Malic Stitch - Malic and Ozwald have been known to be competitive of each other, yet they share a mutual respect for each others work. Malic has more than on one occasion tried to recruit Ozwald into the Artisans Guild
- Ruby Kirkbride - Ozwald has had past dealings with her, and often recommends her services to others
- Vicky Sage - Let's face it, he's Winter Court. Why in all that is holy would he go to the Hedge? Count your blessings for Vicky. She's always been able to get him what he wants, when he wants it.
Patrons
- Clara - Strangest thing when Ozwald already knew her measurements, stranger yet when Clara noticed the similarities from her purchases to some of her past gifts.
- Christian - The Duke of Hounds, one of Ozwalds most recent patrons.
- Nycto Feraz - Often seen seeing wearing Ozwalds jackets. Sometimes brings him gifts from the Hedge...
- Pyotr Koud Hart - When one travels a certain social circle, it doesn't become a matter of just looking good. It becomes a matter of names.
- Rebecca Tulane - As most of Ozwalds Patrons suspect, Ozwald enjoys watching his clothes. Rebecca has been one of the few that has been known to actually make Ozwald smile.
- Stephen Daedalus - Known to be a regular patron of Ozwald, often contracting Ozwald to produce special attire for various assignments.
- Valentine - Known to be one of Ozwald's greatest Patrons. Ozwald has in the past frequented Maleperduys, to barter with others there, or simply to take Valentine's measurements.
Character Inspirations
Soundtrack
Quotes
"This stitch work is shotty at best... how can you call yourself fairest wearing dribble like that" Ozwald Savile
"He's a great Designer, really..." - Malic Stitch, friend and rival desinger
"His work is such a beautiful tragedy. So flawless and amazing, yet so often torn and cast away when the party is over. Still, only the finest garb is sewn by his hands, and many times only the finest garb will do" Stephen Daedalus
"How on earth did he know I needed a inner pocket that could be sealed air tight? He s not just good, He is SCARY good." - Nycto Feraz
"When it comes to doing business with designers, Ozwald is wonderful. He is straight forward, blunt, and oh yeah not sleeping with his staff and models...I respect that." - Vicky Sage
"I guess technically I have loved Mr. Savile's work before I ever commissioned him myself. Though I must admit the pieces I love best are the ones that are least utilitarian." - Clara The Oracle
Rumors
- The reason Ozwald is such a crotchety old man is because he hasn't spent time with a woman since he was taken by the Gentry
- Ozwald is a perfectionist in all things, not just his craft.
- There is a closet in Ozwalds workshop where he keeps the bodies of all those who disturbed him... no, no, their not dead... just sewn together.
- Ozwald's sewing machine is just as old as him.
- It's rumored that Ozwald keeps his soul in his sewing machine... destroy the machine, destroy the man.
- Ozwald once killed a man with a sewing needle.
- Roumor has it that Malic Stitch keeps inviting Ozwald Savile to the The Exalted Guild of the Fae-Touched Artisans not as a goodwill gesture but, as an attempt to try and control his influx of business.
