Admiral Lockstead

Admiral Lockstead commands the dwarven dirigible fleet — a highly specialized aerial force that blends dwarven engineering mastery with daring naval tactics. Known for his sharp strategic mind and uncompromising discipline, Lockstead has become an unlikely but vital ally to the Lelien Empire, providing air support, rapid transport, and aerial firepower in critical operations.

It was under his leadership that the fleet executed the daring zeppelin-and-glider assault that helped bring down Castor Malachite

Appearance

A broad-shouldered dwarf with weathered bronze skin, Lockstead’s beard is streaked with silver and neatly braided to keep it from tangling in the wind. He wears a tailored blue-and-brass naval coat reinforced with leather straps, always adorned with his admiral’s insignia. His eyes are sharp and calculating, missing little that happens on or above the battlefield.

Personality

Disciplined, precise, and deeply loyal to his crew.

Holds a dry wit and a penchant for telling stories of past campaigns.

Sees airship warfare as both an art and a science.

Abilities

Master of Aerial Tactics – Expert in high-altitude maneuvers, bombing runs, and coordinated multi-ship assaults.

Fleet Command – Commands a squadron of heavily armed dirigibles and their crews.

Shock-Cannon Specialist – Oversees deployment and targeting of dwarven shock-cannons, capable of disabling enemy craft.

Notable Actions

Battle Over Castor’s Fortifications – Orchestrated the glider-borne assault that allowed the party to bypass entrenched defenses.

Nezb Airship Ambush – Commanded the defense when Yuan-Ti raiders attacked the fleet en route to Nezb.