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Maester Kuppalabar: Enigmatic Master of Esoterik Studies
$250.00
Maester Kuppalabar is a mysterious figure at a University, running the Esoterik Studies and Impenetrable Kabala curriculum from Inkanta Tower—an exclusive enclave for specially selected students. They're a living legend who is never seen in person, widely speculated about, and known only to a chosen few. Rather than speaking directly, Kuppalabar communicates through their familiar, Skovia. The Maester's true nature, appearance, and intentions remain shrouded in mystery, adding to the enigmatic aura that surrounds this powerful and reclusive teacher.
The Land of Odd
Maester Kuppalabar exists in the richly imagined Land of Odd, a world inspired by Brian Froud's Podlings from The Dark Crystal. Unlike the earthy tones of Podlings, the Oddlings celebrate a kaleidoscope of colors and diverse personalities. The Land is home to diverse communities—from Desert-dwellers to Underwolders, Aeyriekin to Swamplings, Oceanics to Forestkind—each with their own cultures, beliefs, and traditions.
The Craft
Each Maester Kuppalabar marionette is handmade in Australia by The Squeaking Tribe, featuring a sculpted clay head with hand-painted details, a unique Urbanite mystical costume made from specialty fabrics and collected materials, and professional 6-string marionette controls. Standing 25cm tall (60cm when strung) and weighing 0.6kg, each piece is unique with its own story told through carefully chosen textiles, jewelry, and distinctive details.