Age: 71 years old
Nickname: The Genius and Perfect
Role: High Lord and True Sage
Quote: “What good are the Gods when I can make my own miracles?”
Sabus Veilsong
Appearance: A sinister looking man with long silver hair, glowing eyes, and the smile of a predator. His every move is unsettling, and he carries himself with a thick, palpable arrogance.
Known Information: The longstanding High Lord and True Sage of Narthwich of 53 years, Sabus has arguably accomplished more for the coast than any other High Lord or House combined in recent history. He turned Ruslara into the most wealthy city in Avalayle, has solidified the Twilight Hall and Starlight Conservatory, spread art and education, and raised an army of loyal puppets. He is widely admired and respected among the commonfolk, but most all, feared.
Godiva Veilsong
Age: 60 years old
Nickname: The Twice Loved
Role: Concubine Wife
Quote: “There are many fates worse than death. Only a child would fear the grave.”
Appearance: A vision of haunting beauty, kept youthful by Sabus’s potent magic. She has a distant look in her eyes and an expression of permanent sadness. Still, she turns the heads of everyone at court, made to be the most dizzying of beauties.
Known Information: Godiva married Ballaris when she was 18 and had his child just before he went to war. When he was declared dead 40 years ago, Sabus then married her. While not technically labeled the High Lady, she is still treated as such by the other Houses. She is known as a kind hearted soul who fights for the people of the Coast. She is a light in their darkness and is seen as the beloved mother of Narthwich.
Age: 40 years old
Nickname: The Unloved
Role: First Inquisitor, Oathsworn
Quote: “All of us keep secrets, justifying our sins as necessity to survive each day.”
Gwain Veilsong
Appearance: This gentleman has fair and soft features, long messy hair, and haunted eyes. Dark bags rest under them from a life of working long hours. His frame is lithe but powerful, and he moves with a predatory gait.
Known Information: Gwain has routed out dozens of rebellions, traitors and criminals, almost all of whom have joined the Unfeeling. He is also the primary strike force against Sinful Terrors, which seem to appear weekly in Narthwich. He is known as a wicked man with a rakish tongue, a shameless flirt, and a heartless prison warden who has rounded up hundreds for Sabus’ Unfeeling legion.
Evelyn Veilsong
Age: 30 years old
Nickname: The Shining
Role: Oathsworn, Starweaver of the Star Song Collective
Quote: “Even the wingless rat dreams of flying.”
Appearance: A thin and somber looking woman with long hair and sunken features. Her expression is lifeless, but everything about her absolutely dazzles with beauty. Her long lashes, painted lips, and rosy cheeks captivate all who behold her.
Known Information: Besides being Heir to the Veilsong Throne, she is lauded for graduating the Star Song Academy, and celebrated for her moving performances across Narthwich. Still for all her success the nobility find her to be little more than her father’s songbird. Timid, beauitful, but cloaked with dread.
The commonfolk treasure her, enamored with her music and authenticity. “No she don’t smile, but it don’t change her duty one bit.”
Age: 44 years old
Nickname: The Jealous
Role: Concubine Wife, Order of the Silver Lance
Quote: “Anyone foolish enough to cross me will find their bloody necks amongst the legions of Unfeeling!”
Kaina Moreland
Appearance: This intense woman stands with proper etiquette and poise, looking at others like a vulture might lust after a corpse. She is rail thin with strong features and has an unsettling air about her.
Known Information: Once an excelling member of the Silver Lance, Kaina now spends her days as the first of High Lord Veilsong’s Concubine Wives. She is known for her temper and fierce tongue, unafraid to scorn anyone at court.
Dramen Veilsong
Age: 26 years old
Nickname: The Ravager
Role: Heir to the Throne, Oathsworn, Order of the Silver Lance
Quote: “Another corpse comes to be slaughtered! Show me how beautifully you BLEED!”
Appearance: Musclebound and towering, this brutish man has visible magic coursing through his veins. His hair is long and straight, often falling in front of his face. A devilish grin spreads wide across his face whenever he observes suffering, and his shirts rarely have sleeves.
Known Information: Serves as High Lord Veilsong’s “Dog of war” and deterrent to most everything. Those of the Four Houses consider him a threat to himself, and the realm. He is frighteningly powerful, but seems to possess the intelligence of a toddler, and is far too comfortable with his mother.
The commonfolk resepect him as one of the Silver Lance’s finest soldiers, a man forged to wield steel and spell in equal measure. “We don’t love him for his insanity, rather his skill at killing Terrors.”
Age: 52 years old
Nickname: The Fool
Role: Concubine Wife, Archwizard of the Starforge Luminarchs
Quote: “The work must be completed, please, do not distract me.”
Winifred Faerson
Appearance: A fair woman aging gracefully. She has a slumped posture and a nervous energy, and is draped in the finest of jewelry and silk dresses.
Known Information: Shortly after being named an Archwizard she was wed to Sabus, and has since led the production of Narthwich’s famed Arcane Candles. She is quiet at court, and clings close to her daughter.
Valentine Veilsong
Age: 24 years old
Nickname: The Radiant
Role: Oathsworn, Starforge Luminarch Wizard
Quote: “…”
Appearance: A petite and fair woman with lifeless eyes and a somber aura. Her head is perpetually bowed, and hands shake with exhaustion.
Known Information: A main component in the growth and distribution of Narthwich’s Arcane Candles, often negotiation for their trade and sale at court. Has been caught using magic to influence these agreements, and seems apathetic to scolding. Clearly a talented mage, and another obedient weapon for Sabus Veilsong.
The commonfolk have little else to say, “She’s an austere girl, quiet, and often overlooked. If not for her captivating beauty, folk would hardly know she exists.”
Age: 21 years old
Nickname: The Ambitious
Role: Oathsworn, Blazing Comet,
Quote: “For your arrogance and misguided notions, there can only be one cure… A long and painful ordeal beneath my blade. You will sing for me won’t you? Screaming makes for the sweetest songs...”
Cilara Veilsong
Appearance: Athletic, toned, and fiery, this bold woman’s eyes shine with malice and adventure. Her lips curve upward in an intimidating grin, body poised to strike at any moment. Though she has the lithe figure and frame of a dancer, she moves with the cocksure energy of a war commander.
Known Information: Serves as the personal body guard to Sabus Veilsong, shielding him in protective magics and performing as his private minstrel. She’s a cruel woman, throwing her weight around as the High Lord’s daughter whenever possible. Best avoided.
Lanessa Blackmyre
Age: 36 years old
Nickname: The Fair-Voiced
Role: Concubine Wife
Quote: “Be patient my sweetest prince, the throne- nay the world- will be yours, all in due time.”
Appearance: A fair and gentle looking woman with the eyes of a killer. Though everything about her demeanor and expression show Noble's wife, her eyes make it perfectly clear the manner of heart she possesses.
Known Information: A psychotic, deranged mother who thinks of nothing but her son. A wolf in sheep’s clothing. Sickeningly sweet and doting on her child, and merciless and vindictive everywhere else.
Age: 18 years old
Nickname: The Mad
Role: Oathsworn
Quote: “What did you say to me?! Do you know who I am? Mother?! Mother!! Can I kill them please?”
Wulfren Veilsong
Appearance: A boyish face and build fail to hide the deranged lunacy lurking within. His eyes are wild, hair unkempt, and posture like that of a hungry beast. He smiles wide, laughs loudly, and twitches with violent urges.
Known Information: Lost his house the Grand on two occasions without even competing, simply by challenging and disrespecting the Honored Blood. “A terror to the realm and a danger to everyone!” They are incapable of respect, and seek violence at every turn. Without the proper protection around, he has been known to seriously harm those in his vicinity.
Commoner’s only say two things about him, “Pray the Gods smite him!” and “He’s the Beast of Narthwich, a sinful Terror in human flesh.”
Haleigh Veilsong
Age: 44 years old
Nickname: The Erudtie
Role: Mistress of Revels, Oathsworn, Starweaver of the Star Song Collective
Quote: “Why not spread a little sunshine? From time to time we can all use a helping hand.”
Appearance: A curvy woman draped in layered silks and billowing dress. A corset wraps about her waist and highlights her lethal femininity. She has big hair, curled and long, rosy cheeks, and the charm of a seasoned performer.
Known Information: Responsible for all of Veilsong’s festivals, many of their traveling productions, and ensures the commonfolk are cared for. She is admired for her skill, poise and leadership, and is often at the heart of all House Veilsong’s negotations.
Age: 57 years old
Nickname: The Bloody
Role: Grand Marshal, Oathsworn, Archwizard of The Silver Lance, Commander of the Long Night and Overlord of the Celestus Contingent
Quote: “True loyalty endures beyond death.”
Tylan Froste
Appearance: This grizzled man holds a permanent scowl, eyes wide with arrogance and apathy. He wears his runic full plate to all courtly events, fully prepared for conquest.
Known Information: Serves High Lord Veilsong dutifully, killing every beast and eradicating every terror his domain encounters. The “Loyal Hound” of High Lord Veilsong. Though violent and commanding, the man has no spine, and does exactly as is instructed. It’s widely believed he has burned rebellious villages to the ground to ensure his continued reign.
Commonfolk find him downright terrifying, believing he collects the souls of the dead.
Archest Wardworthy
Age: 52 years old
Nickname: The Lion
Role: Gold Warden, Oathsworn
Quote: “Coin is a language everyone can understand.”
Appearance: A plump man with a big smile and shining eyes, dressed emaculately at all times. He wears more jewlery than even the High Lords and Ladies, flaunting his wealth at every opportunity.
Known Information: Responsible for all of Veilsong’s festivals, many of their traveling productions, and ensures the commonfolk are cared for. She is admired for her skill, poise and leadership, and is often at the heart of all House Veilsong’s negotations.
Age: 44 years old
Nickname: The Talented
Role: Voice of Reason, Oathsworn, Bard Extraordinaire of the Star Song Collective
Quote: “I dream of a day where the whole coast joins in song. The melody of peace would surely be a performance to bring even the Gods to tears.”
Braella Drox
Appearance: This stunning woman weaves magic into her appearance and clothing, representing herself as something more than human. She is dazzling, unsettling, and incredibly theatrical.
Known Information: A clever woman who never seems to far from High Lord Veilsong’s side. She reads people well, and plays on emotion to leverage the best possible outcome for her domain. Many a fool have courted her, and none have succeeded.