Shonagar was a harper late in the Eighth Interval. He was head apprentice when young Robinton became an apprentice.
Biography[]
Even though Shonagar's position as head apprentice was not an official rank, Master Gennell encouraged his leadership.
With new classes, Shonagar always rattled off what was expected of first-year apprentices, how they were the “lowest” of the “lowly” in the Hall, and the traditions of their new status. He also told them about the necessity of spending a night alone in the Weyr to prove their bravery. Ten days after the start of Robinton's class with Shonagar, Shonagar entered the apprentices' quarters and asked who would like to be the first to spend the night at the weyr. Robinton volunteered. The next morning, Shonagar told Robinton that he was expected to not say a word about his experience to the other apprentices.
When the time came for Robinton to 'walk the tables' as part of his promotion to journeyman, Shonagar accompanied him as he walked.
Personality and Traits[]
Shonagar was tall and well built, was a voice teacher with a good second tenor, was fair-minded, kept good order in the apprentice dormitories and would allow no bullying or improper behavior in the dorms. He was well known for a wicked half-grin.