Title: The Gilded Regent of the Court of Gifts
Pronouns: She/Her
Race: Eladrin (Summer-Eladrin Variant)
Appearance
At first sight, Auriel appears regal and almost celestial, radiating an aura of perfection and warmth. Her skin shimmers faintly like polished gold, and her long, flowing hair cascades in hues of sunlit gold and soft amber. Her eyes glow with a soft but piercing golden light, as if weighing everything and everyone in her presence.
Clothing: She wears a gown of flowing silk that shifts in color depending on the light—ranging from pale gold to brilliant hues of orange, like a sunset reflected on water. The dress is intricately embroidered with symbols of scales, ribbons, and enchanted flowers that appear to move.
Accessories: A crown of living ribbons floats gently above her head, swirling in patterns of light. Rings of fine silver and enchanted gemstones adorn her fingers, each tied with delicate ribbons symbolizing oaths and gifts exchanged.
Items:
The Weighing Rod: A long staff made of silver and crystal, crowned with a shimmering diamond that pulses faintly. It reveals the "weight" of promises, exchanges, and lies.
Pouch of Eternal Gifts: A small satchel that can produce symbolic gifts of value tailored perfectly to a recipient.
Behavior
Demeanor: Auriel is graceful, measured, and observant, rarely raising her voice and often speaking in poetic, flowery language. Every movement and word is carefully chosen, like a perfectly tied bow.
Speech: Her voice is soft and melodic, but with an undertone of authority. She never interrupts, preferring to let others speak before delivering her judgments or decisions.
Toward Kildarians: Auriel finds the Kildarians and their mortal oddities amusing but puzzling. She sees their bluntness and lack of etiquette as a reminder of why the Feywild must maintain balance. To mortals, she is both a gracious host and an intimidating presence, expecting utmost courtesy in return for her hospitality.
Job: As the Gilded Regent, she ensures the balance of reciprocity in the Court of Gifts. She oversees major gift exchanges, resolves disputes, and curates the Court’s treasury.
Hobby: Auriel collects stories behind gifts, believing the tale gives the object its true value. She often spends time wandering through the Vault of Promises, reflecting on the history of its treasures.
Goals
Desire: Auriel seeks to maintain absolute balance in all exchanges across the Feywild. She believes that unchecked greed, broken oaths, or imbalances threaten not only the Court of Gifts but the fabric of Fey society itself.
Method: She orchestrates alliances, enforces gift-giving customs, and hoards unique items in the Vault of Promises to prevent their misuse. She carefully plans every step, never rushing into action.
Fear: Auriel dreads a gift of immeasurable value falling into the wrong hands, upsetting the Feywild’s equilibrium. Also, she is in fear of The Void spread even further, as its consuming nature is the opposite of what she represents.
Background
Early Life: Auriel was born during an age of chaos, when the Feywild lacked balance. She grew fascinated with reciprocity after witnessing wars over gifts and debts between powerful Fey. She began studying ancient Fey customs and crafting the foundation for the Court of Gifts.
Founding of the Court: Auriel rose to prominence when she presented Venariel with the Crown of Starlight, a gift of immeasurable value that sealed her position as the Court's leader. She founded the Gleaming Treasury soon after, establishing the rules of balance.
Silver Rift Incident: The theft of a priceless artifact during her reign deeply humiliated Auriel. While outwardly calm, she still investigates this incident in secret, seeking to restore her authority and punish those responsible.
Relationships
Venariel, Archfey of Kildar: Auriel serves Venariel faithfully but occasionally seeks greater autonomy for the Court of Gifts. Their relationship is one of mutual respect, though Auriel hides her ambition carefully.
Rillan Tithefeather (Keeper of Balances): Her most trusted advisor and confidant. Rillan’s pragmatic nature complements Auriel’s idealism.
Court of Pranks: A bitter rivalry exists, stemming from their chaotic interference in her Court’s rituals. Auriel sees them as disruptive and dangerous.
Court of Pretty: Allies. They share similar aesthetics, and Auriel often collaborates with them for festivals and ceremonies.
Abilities
The Weighing Rod: Allows her to see the “weight” of words, promises, and gifts. She can detect lies, broken oaths, and imbalances.
Oathbinding Magic: Auriel can bind spoken promises into unbreakable magical contracts. Breaking such a bond brings misfortune or Fey curses.
Gift of Perfection: Auriel can conjure gifts that are perfectly tailored to the recipient, influencing even the most stubborn hearts.
Enchantment Knowledge: As a master artisan, she can enchant objects, imbuing them with magical properties tied to the stories behind them.
Influence: Her reputation and command over the Court give her sway over many lesser Fey and factions.
Abode
Location: Auriel resides within the Gleaming Treasury, in a private chamber called the Hall of Balances.
Description: Her chamber is a grand, circular room with mirrored walls that reflect endless golden light. At the center lies a suspended, enchanted scale, which adjusts its weight based on the balance of the Feywild itself. Gifts of immense value are displayed throughout the room, floating within glass-like bubbles of magic.
Items:
A silver ledger of oaths and debts, magically recording all promises made within the Court of Gifts.
A collection of enchanted ribbons that she uses to bind promises or mark her chosen emissaries.
A small story archive—a personal library of enchanted tomes that recount the histories of the greatest gifts ever exchanged.