Lady Elenora Lisette zu Stahlhaven
Lady Elenora Lisette Matilda zu Stahlhaven
Physical Description
General Physical Condition
Lady Elenora Lisette von Stahlhaven is in excellent health, with a graceful yet sturdy build, typical of someone accustomed to noble life but not without exposure to horseback riding or light physical activities.
Body Features
She has a slender, willowy frame complemented by an upright and refined posture. Her hands show signs of being delicate but capable, hinting at a life of both privilege and practicality.
Facial Features
Her face is heart-shaped, framed by auburn hair styled in soft, intricate braids, often adorned with a modest but elegant diadem. Her almond-shaped eyes are a warm blue, framed by long lashes that soften her serious expression.
Identifying Characteristics
She bears a faint birthmark shaped like a crescent on her left collarbone, often hidden under fine clothing but considered a family mark of fortune.
Physical quirks
Elenora frequently holds her hands clasped in front of her as a habit, whether standing or seated. She tends to tilt her head slightly when addressing others, giving an air of polite attentiveness.
Special abilities
Elenora has a keen knack for battlefield logistics and diplomacy, a skill set honed by her upbringing in a border noble family. She has also trained in falconry and possesses an innate ability to calm animals, especially horses and birds of prey.
Specialized Equipment
A ceremonial dagger gifted by her father, crafted from silver and etched with her family crest. A falconer's glove and hood, often used when working with her prized peregrine falcon, Alaric.
Mental characteristics
Personal history
Born into the Von Stahlhaven family, a proud line of knights and landholders near the Empire's borders, Elenora was raised with the dual responsibilities of maintaining her house's honor and fostering alliances with neighboring noble families. Her childhood was filled with lessons in etiquette, diplomacy, and the practical aspects of managing an estate.
Gender Identity
Cisgender woman.
Sexuality
Heterosexual, though her family expects her marriage to align with political alliances.
Education
Educated by private tutors in history, languages, heraldry, and military strategy, alongside music and poetry to suit her station.
Employment
A noblewoman in charge of maintaining her family’s estate and representing them in court during her father’s absence.
Accomplishments & Achievements
Successfully negotiated a truce between two feuding vassals in her family's territory, earning her a reputation as a capable mediator.
Failures & Embarrassments
Once attempted to lead a cavalry drill but misjudged the timing, resulting in a minor accident involving a startled horse. She learned from this experience and worked to better understand military practices.
Mental Trauma
Witnessed the orc raid on her family’s lands that killed her mother at a young age, leaving her wary of large-scale conflict and determined to protect her people.
Intellectual Characteristics
Sharp-witted, pragmatic, and an excellent judge of character, though she sometimes overthinks situations.
Morality & Philosophy
Believes in the importance of duty and honor but also holds empathy for those of lower station. Her philosophy leans toward Abadar’s ideals of order and structure, though her personal faith is quiet and understated.
Taboos
Finds cruelty toward animals and disrespect for oaths abhorrent.
Personality Characteristics
Motivation
To uphold her family’s legacy, protect her people, and prove herself capable beyond the expectations of a noblewoman’s role.
Savvies & Ineptitudes
Savvy in negotiation, estate management, and falconry;
inept at direct combat despite her knowledge of strategy.
inept at direct combat despite her knowledge of strategy.
Likes & Dislikes
Likes: Riding, falconry, poetry, and quiet evenings by the hearth.
Dislikes: Court gossip, needless bloodshed, and wastefulness.
Dislikes: Court gossip, needless bloodshed, and wastefulness.
Virtues & Personality perks
Honorable, compassionate, and resourceful.
Vices & Personality flaws
Occasionally stubborn and overly cautious, which can delay decisions in times of urgency.
Personality Quirks
Often hums softly when deep in thought or reviewing documents
Hygiene
Impeccably clean and well-groomed, as expected of her station, with a fondness for subtle lavender-scented perfumes.
Social
Reign
Not a ruler but a noblewoman entrusted with significant responsibilities on her family’s estate.
Contacts & Relations
Maintains cordial ties with several border lords and ladies. Trusted confidante to her younger brother, Otto, who serves as a squire. A complicated relationship with her father, who admires her skills but remains traditional in his views on women’s roles.
Family Ties
Daughter of Burgrave Reinhard Zu Stahlhaven, head of the Stahlhaven house, and Lady Matilda Zu Stahlhaven (deceased). Trusted confidante to her younger brother, Otto, who serves as a squire. A complicated relationship with her father, who admires her skills but remains traditional in his views on women’s roles.
Religious Views
A quiet adherent of Abadar, though she sees her faith as a personal guide rather than a public declaration.
Social Aptitude
Well-spoken and charming, with a commanding presence in both courtly and informal settings.
Mannerisms
Elenora often gestures with her right hand while speaking and maintains eye contact, a sign of her confidence.
Hobbies & Pets
Her favorite pastime is falconry, and she dotes on her falcon Alaric. She also enjoys composing short verses of poetry.
Speech
Articulate and deliberate, with a voice that carries authority without harshness.
Wealth & Financial state
Wealthy, with access to her family’s resources, though she ensures that her retainers and subjects are well cared for.
Species
Ethnicity
Honorary & Occupational Titles
Lady of Stahlhaven, Keeper of the Northen Marches.
Date of Birth
5th Hay, 1124 SC
Year of Birth
1124 SC
25 Years old
Circumstances of Birth
Stahlhaven Keep, a fortified estate in the northen marches of Averland.
Birthplace
Stahlhaven keep
Family
Children
Current Residence
Stahlhaven Keep
Pronouns
She/Her
Sex
Female
Gender
Woman
Presentation
Feminine and elegant, with a hint of practicality.
Eyes
Blue
Hair
Hair Auburn, typically styled in braids or a simple bun with tasteful adornments
Skin Tone/Pigmentation
Fair with a light sun-kissed glow, indicative of time spent outdoors.
Height
5’7” (170 cm)
Weight
130 lbs (59 kg)
Quotes & Catchphrases
"Strength without wisdom is but a fleeting wind."
"Every thread in the tapestry of duty binds us to something greater."
"Every thread in the tapestry of duty binds us to something greater."
Belief/Deity
Quiet follower of Abadar.
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