Voreyn Zahir
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| Voreyn Zahir | |
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| Height | 5'8" |
| Weight | 145 lbs. |
| Born | 17th of Lightfading, 607 ATA |
| Died | N/A |
| Mother | Adona Seamel |
| Father | Noryn Zahir |
| Children | None |
| Siblings | Eldan Zahir Marina Zahir |
| Spouse | None |
| Class | Noble |
| Title | Duchess |
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[edit] Birth and Childhood
Born on the 17th of Lightfading in the year 607 ATA to parents Adona Seamel and Noryn Zahir of Fanghill, Voreyn spent a childhood unnoticed beneath the shining example of her accomplished older brother, Eldan, and the spoiled innocence of a younger sister, Marina. In the shadow cast by her outstanding siblings, she dwelled in quiet contemplation and attended to whatever duties she saw fit considering she was largely ignored.
Her parents tended to dote upon the younger daughter who was much more of a soft, demure beauty who excelled at all things thought natural to a female; she was a clever and skilled artist and she painted dishes and embroidered silk pillows better than most; she was a graceful dancer; her manners were polite and laydlike to the utmost degree, and her eloquence and sense of etiquette and propriety were known to bring tears to the eyes of those around her. In essence, she provided an exact example of everything that Voreyn aspired not to be.
Oh, to be sure her parents put a fair amount of energy into incorporating Voreyn into these same tasks, but the girl's very being rebelled against such things as embroidery (her fingers were a little too large for such small, deft work), dancing (she was a bit lanky and graceless), eloquence (disinterest and a distaste for the philosophical kept such skills at bay), and any sort of domestic artistry.
Once it was seen that she was not inclined to fulfill any of these much desired roles, she was quietly put aside and left to her own devices. Eventually she grew close to her older brother and sought most of his pursuits as her own.
She was taught the art of swordplay by Eldan and worked with various other types of weaponry as well, although she has not particularly mastered any aspect just yet. She studied hunting with a bow and spent many a fun days ahorse hunting various game and wildlife with her brother and his friends.
When she was not busy out-of-doors, she spent the rest of her spare time in sharpening her mind and tongue through books and educational papers, and sat many hours listening and contributing to talks among her brother and his peers that often centered around Fastheld politics.
Oddly enough, Voreyn, unlike the rest in her family, also took on a taste for the religoius, and often she will cite pious works of various priests and famous Scourges of the Church prior to its fall.
Despite the Church's ruin in her younger days, Voreyn remained steadfast and rather devout, all the while coupling it with her desire to eventually serve in the Zahir Order of Knights. Her dedication to the pillars of Light often preached about in temple walls can be traced through every facet of her life from her daily prayers to her beseeches for assistance and forgiveness in combat.
However, her grip on such philosophies is rather tentative at most and is apt to break under the proper influence; whilst living at home in her somewhat sheltered experience (for she has only recently come out to society and even still does not do mingling very well), it has been easy to foster these sorts of ideals.
When faced with reality it will be a whole different matter, and she may even be susceptible to changes in heart and character if she encounters such influential sorts (especially some of those crafty Zahirs).
[edit] Personality and Temperament
Upon entering the cream of society, Voreyn was rapidly introduced into a position of political power. Thrust into the social light far sooner than should be, she has struggled to refrain from committing any sort of reputation-destroying faux pas. She has worked carefully and diligently to stay her tongue, manage her temper, and delve into the twisted realm of politics.
Luckily, it seems she has stood to inherit the craftiness that comes naturally to most Zahir.
As for her temper, Voreyn's ire is difficult to rise; however, when she reaches the point of being angry, it takes a great deal of time before she will calm down enough to be rational. She is stingy with her forgiveness, forgets nothing, is often tempted to hold a grudge, and has been known possess a mild vindictive streak.
[edit] Current Status and Location
Currently Voreyn owns and resides in Eventide Keep, a sprawling estate downhill from the Fanghill township. She is serving as the Matriarch of House Zahir, raising her rank from mere Baroness to Duchess. She also co-owns Ivory Manor of Northreach with Duchess Milora Lomasa, although no renovations have yet been made to the property to reflect this.
Now that the Mage Internment in Northreach has ended, Voryen has removed her belongings from Ivory Manor, vacating it of Zahir presence. She has withdrawn once more to estate in Fanghill, and is now dedicated to the expansion of the town, as well as of Hedgehem, and the upkeep of House Zahir's political relations.
It is rumored that she has considered taking a sabbatical from the political sphere, withdrawing from the public eye for a much-desired rest. However, there has been no solid proof to support these wild claims, nor has the Duchess herself made an official statement.
Furthermore, it is also rumored that she is engaged to one Count Thayndor Zahir; however, there have been no official statements made and those who have spotted the Duchess in public have reported no appearance of love tokens and the like.
[edit] Long-Term Goals and Plans
Voreyn has a desire to remain Matriarch of House Zahir until she is too old or grows incapable of maintaining the demands of her position. She looks forward to seeing House Zahir overcome its stereotype by creating alliances with other Houses and serving both House Zahir and the empire of Fastheld to the best of her ability.
Her current goals include:
- seeing the successful release of the Mages into society as free citizens once more (complete)
- thoroughly renovating the Shadow District and all of its towns (in progress)
- the removal of any potential threats of certain anonymous rivals (in progress)
- the growth of Zahir territory (Fanghill and Hedgehem)
- the positive growth of relationships with other Houses
- the expansion of personal property
- marriage
[edit] Memorable Quotes
"I would warn you that your efforts in this case would only earn you further enmity should they come to the ears of the person who is working against you. I would encourage you to follow your tenet of peace by making peace with this person. Right now, you are seeking to make war."
-- to Celeste Mikin, from "Z" Is Not For Philanthropy
"I do not believe we are elected to this position because we have shown ourselves incapable of working within such boundaries."
-- to Milora Lomasa, from Further Deliberation
"I disagree with that. It is folly on Crown's Refuge part to present no Ambassador nor leader to the Regent first. The Regent expressed his extreme dislike of Taran Songbird for touting the title of Ambassador and using it within the walls of Fastheld as if the Crown itself bestowed it upon them. While it may be our place to encourage communication between Fastheld and the Refuge, I do not see any merit in large-scale /trade/, and that should not be the foundation of our extended hand. Furthermore, with the hostilities against nobility put in place by the last Archon, it is not in Fastheld's best interest to place trust into the hands of ex-citizens at this present time, especially with a wanted criminal among their leaders."
-- to the Ducal Council, from A Meeting of Like Minds
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