Gobber the Belch

Gobber the Belch is a close friend of Stoick's and the seasoned warrior appointed to drill the new recruits in How to Train Your Dragon. He runs a blacksmith shop where Hiccup is his apprentice. Gobber believes in "learning on the job" and dispenses questionable advice. He also acts as the bridge between Hiccup and Stoick. He is missing his right foot and his left hand, the latter of which he has replaced with a variety of specialized prosthetics.