Canticle of the End

Story

Characters

World

Reference

MT

Mr Tipple Stub

Role Coffeehouse Owner Nationality British Status alive Age unknown
Overview Mr. Tipple is the jaded owner of The Laughing Fox, a bohemian coffeehouse in Soho frequented by journalists, musicians, and working-class patrons. A former musician himself, he has developed

Overview

Mr. Tipple is the jaded owner of The Laughing Fox, a bohemian coffeehouse in Soho frequented by journalists, musicians, and working-class patrons. A former musician himself, he has developed a sympathetic eye for struggling performers.

Description

Weathered and weary, Tipple moves behind the bar with practiced efficiency.

Personality & Traits

  • Jaded but compassionate; has seen enough hardship to be sympathetic
  • Unflappable; doesn’t ask questions
  • Will provide information about Clara if approached respectfully

Key Information

  • Knows Clara as “Anna” and has sheltered her
  • Can describe her mental state and behavior
  • Will testify to her fear of music and strange reactions

Roleplaying Hooks

  • Will speak to investigators about Clara if they seem genuinely concerned for her welfare
  • Can point them toward other regulars who may have witnessed unusual behavior

Relationship to Campaign

Tipple is a minor NPC who provides context for Clara’s current situation and serves as a potential source of information about the coffeehouse and its patrons.

Appearances

Relationships

  • Employs Clara Fen — Lets Clara stay rent-free; protects her from rough patrons
  • Owns The Laughing Fox — Proprietor of the coffeehouse