Siobhan O'Toole the Bard

Siobhan was born the third child of eight to a poor family in the slums of Dublin. When she was five, her mother died of pneumonia and her father turned to drink. Siobhan and her siblings were often left to fend for themselves. To pass the time, Siobhan would sing and make up stories. She was particularly skilled at weaving complex tales with poetic lyrics. When she was thirteen, she ran away from home and joined a group of travelling musicians. They recognised her talent and took her under their wing, teaching her how to play the lute and other instruments. Siobhan became a master Bard, using her music to tell stories that touched the hearts of people from all walks of life. She gained fame and notoriety for her skills, but also for her sharp tongue which often got her into trouble. During one of her travels, she met a young man named Liam who was also gifted with musical talent. They fell in love and decided to settle down together. But soon after they had a child, Liam was killed in a hunting accident. Siobhan was devastated and vowed to never love again. Instead, she threw herself into her work, touring all over Ireland and becoming one of the most celebrated Bards in history. She composed songs about great heroes and heroines, as well as ballads about unrequited love and heartbreak. Her music brought comfort to many during times of hardship and war. Siobhan continued to perform until she was well into her old age; she only stopped when she lost her voice completely due to age. Even then, she continued to teach others the art of storytelling through music, passing on her legacy to future generations.