Rum Lin

Rum Lin is a mysterious, well-to-do old man who lives on Earth. it is difficult to say where exactly he lives, however, one can presume it is close enough to be aware of the orphanage in Kettleman City.

Appearance

He has a long white beard, bushy white eyebrows, and piercing eyes. He smells of sulfur and other 'stuff like that' (according to Jason)

Distinguishing Features
He speaks with a British accent.

Personality

Rum Lin has a no-nonsense attitude when it comes to the Bookworld. He does his best to ensure that those 'Children' who come under his care are intrigued enough about the quest to go into the books. However, he also emphasizes repeatedly the dangers and checks on them frequently while they were immersed in the books.

Known History

Prior to Orphan Quest
The only solid facts known about Rum Lin prior to Orphan Quest are that he, at some point in the past, adopted a red-headed girl named Flora Anne, and convinced her to become one of the Children.

Though Rum Lin of 'others' during Orphan Quest, he does not give names or how many others there were prior to Jason.

Bookworld Series
Rum Lin adopts Jason from the orphanage in Kettleman City. He teaches Jason many survival skills, sends him to a good school and sets him up to be one of the Children. He goes on frequent trips throughout the novel, cumulating in one that leaves Jason without assistance near the end of the tale. (Orphan Quest)

Rum Lin bemoans Jason's loss and speaks to him a few times throughout his gradual decline fully into Basil. Though he does indicate there "might be a way" to reverse the effects of breaking the rules, this is left as an unknown. (Orphan Quest Continued)

Known Abilities Relationships No relatives are known.

First Appearance
Rum Lin first appeared in Orphan Quest. He is one of the minor protagonists in The Bookworld Series.

Random Trivia Lord Gunthor Tyzar is his Bookself.