Biography[]
When Jean-Baptiste Poquelin collapsed after his final performance in 1673, France mourned the loss of one of its greatest theatrical talents. The playwright and actor who called himself Molière had managed to gain tremendous popularity among court and commoners alike. France mourned - but the Shadowlands rejoiced.
When word spread that Molière lingered on as a wraith, the representatives of several Guilds attempted to cajole him into their ranks. The Sandmen in particular sought to induct him into their dream theatres, and so he followed with them for a space. However, it wasn't long before his restlessness and eye for societal politics got the better of him. Searching for more ways to dabble in Stygian society, he eventually wound up speaking at length with Shahrazad, and through her, the Masquers. The chemistry between the sharp-witted old playwright and the irreverent, duplicitous Guild was nothing short of magical.
Although not the most warlike or deceptive of Masquer elders, Molière is still a dangerous wraith to cross. He has numerous friends in Hierarchy and Guilds alike, and is possibly the best-loved senior member among the Masquers. Those who threaten harm to the jovial soul often find themselves wearing Barghest muzzles, reshaped into spittoons or worse.
References[]
- WTO: Guildbook: Masquers, p. 67