Musia

The craftsmen has to have proficiency in woodworking, metalworking, or other relevant crafts. A comprehensive understanding of musical theory and acoustics. The ability to play one or more instruments to ensure quality sound.

The path is a mystical journey. Each stage reveals the secrets of sound. Eager apprentices transform into respected legendary artisans.
 

1. Apprentice:

   - The journey begins as an apprentice.

   - Under the guidance of a master craftsperson, apprentices learn foundational skills and techniques essential for instrument crafting.

   - This stage focuses on developing a keen understanding of materials and basic crafting methods.

2. Journeyman:

   - With experience and improved proficiency, the HarmoniCrafter progresses to the journeyman stage.

   - Journeymen engage in more complex projects, refining their skills and creativity.

   - They start to establish their reputation by producing quality work and innovating in their designs.

3. Master:

   - Achieving the status of a master represents a high level of skill and craftsmanship.

   - Masters are known for their exceptional work and innovative approaches to instrument design.

   - This stage often involves teaching and mentoring apprentices or journeymen.

4. Guild Leader/Esteemed Artisan:

   - At the pinnacle of their career, a HarmoniCrafter may lead a guild or become an esteemed artisan.

   - Responsibilities include guiding the guild, influencing the direction of musical craftsmanship, and mentoring the next generation of artisans.

   - They may receive commissions for prestigious cultural events and gain widespread recognition for their contributions to the arts.

 They are given currency or through barter to often receive favors or access to festivals and events.

Their benefits are establish social prestige and valuable connections within artistic and noble circles. They can showcase their work at prominent occasions.

They transform natural materials into exquisite instruments that enrich life and entertain the diverse races and beasts.

They hold a respected position admired for their influence to the arts and the evocative sounds their crafted instruments produce.

Making up a fifth of the artisan guild they contribute to the vibrant heartbeat of Rasen's thriving tapestry.

They preserve ancient crafting techniques. They also adapt their creations to match their kin’s changing harmonies and mystical rhythms.

The tools they will use are listed below:

Precision Crafting Tools: These are essential for artisans in shaping, carving, and assembling intricate instruments. They include a variety of specialized tools:

Chisels: Used for detailed carving and shaping of materials, chisels allow artisans to create intricate designs and patterns on their pieces.

Lathes: These machines are used to rotate the material, allowing for symmetrical shaping. They are particularly useful for crafting rounded parts of instruments, like drum bodies or flutes.

Tuning Kits: These kits contain tools necessary for adjusting and fine-tuning the sound of an instrument. They ensure that each note produced is clear and harmonious.

To carry out their craft require a variety of materials are essential for creating high-quality musical instruments.

These include:

Wood: Types like Paka, renowned for its rich acoustical properties, are essential for many instruments.

Metal: For crafting strings, keys, or fittings in instruments like harps and pianos.

Strings: Made from gut or synthetic materials, crucial for stringed instruments.

Glues and Finishes: Used to assemble and polish instruments, enhancing both durability and aesthetic appeal.

Paints and Dyes: To add decorative elements or create a distinctive appearance.

Workshops are vibrant spaces within musical guilds or personal studios, filled with the rich scent of polished wood. Sunlight warms meticulously organized tools and materials. Shelves hold raw woods and metals, ready to become musical masterpieces. Artisans work around spacious benches, surrounded by the soft echoes of crafting, blending tradition and innovation in creating instruments.

Their duties is what they call services:

Design and creation of bespoke instruments tailored to the needs of individual melodists.

Maintenance and repair of existing instruments, ensuring they remain in peak condition.

Consultation with melodists to innovate and refine instrument design.

Creating a new flute model with an extended range or a drum with enhanced tonal quality.

There are many dangers & hazards like these:

Risk of injury from crafting tools and materials.

Potential for long-term strain from meticulous handiwork.

Exposure to rare and exotic materials during the crafting process.

Risk of hearing damage from prolonged exposure to loud sounds.