Tiny Tim

Overview

Tiny Tim is the halfling cook aboard the Kestrel. Loud, practical and fiercely possessive of his cramped galley, Tim keeps the ship’s crew fed with an attitude suggesting that hunger is a personal offence and gratitude an unnecessary inconvenience.

He insists upon being called Chef Tim and, for reasons known only to himself, consistently refers to the Kestrel as the “Kestler.”

Quick Facts

Appearance & Manner

Tim works from a cramped galley with the help of a battered stepping stool, which he uses to reach both the preparation table and higher shelves.

He is expressive, blunt and rarely far from a spoon, loaf of bread or cooking pot. His instructions tend to sound more like threats, although his humour makes it difficult to tell where one ends and the other begins.

Personality

• Blunt: Tim says what he thinks with little concern for delicacy.
• Good-humoured: much of his grumbling is accompanied by teasing and dry humour.
• Caring: despite his complaints, Tim keeps a close eye on whether the people around him have eaten and are well enough to work.
• Proud: the Kestrel’s galley is unquestionably his domain, regardless of what the captain may think.

Role in the Story

Tim serves as the Kestrel’s cook and is introduced during the Outcasts’ time aboard the merchant vessel.

Known Associates

• Maelin Marrow — captain of the Kestrel.
• Erica — ship’s doctor aboard the Kestrel.