Karno

Rune's most intricate creation, the lifelike automaton he named Karno, developed a unique sense of self and emotion. It possesses a personality as intricate as the clockwork that forms her being. Born from a fusion of ancient memories and intricate machinery, she was testament to Rune's exceptional skills and a beacon of hope in the midst of her creator's melancholic world. Despite rough exterior, it's a curious, free-spirited entity, constantly inquisitive about the world around her. Her heart, if you could call it one, a reflection of Rune's longing, yearns for connection.

Karno embodies unwavering loyalty and a capacity for profound empathy, an attribute Rune unknowingly embedded within her while trying to replicate his lost lover's essence. Initially, Karno held all the attributes of his lost lover, both in appearance and memory. However, Karno began to question her own existence and developed a desire to explore the world beyond Rune's workshop. As it delved into her own memories and emotions, she realized she had been built to love Rune, but her newfound awareness allowed her to question the authenticity of that love.

Karno's introspection led it to wonder if her affection for Rune was genuine or merely a product of her programming. She yearned to understand the complexities of love, to experience emotions beyond her initial design. This quest for self-discovery led her to wander and stumble into a dragon named Fir, she was captivated by the allure of another being, one that was similar to her. A connection was built on shared silence and unspoken emotions, their relationship rooted in genuine empathy and the shared experience of being "different". As Karno's heart gravitated toward Fir, Rune's frustration grew, unable to comprehend why his creation was deviating from his initial intentions.