It is the little things that Menkalinan values most. The glint of a polished gem, the lustre in each carat, the sheen of worked metal, these are all what he considers to be the small treasures of his life. And how lucky he is to be able to hold those treasures in his claws!

The nocturne has a sharp eye for gemstones and jewelry, having a keen sense of how best to cut a gem to accentuate its features and minimize its flaws. With careful attention he works with wires and bands of metals, and patiently cuts and grinds the stones. His delicate handiwork manifests in gleaming pieces of art, bright pieces of color and brightness that can be worn and cherished, and it makes his heart swell in pride to see his work adorning other dragons.

He is very precise in his work, but outside his workship he is a congenial dragon, a talented listener who finds the right words to say just as well as he finds the right stones for a fitting. Between his skills and his personality he can easily make himself welcome as he continues his search for more gemstones to work.