The Twelve Saints of the Lady

The Twelve Saints of the Lady were once mortal knights who personally followed the Lady of Clairvaux in her war against the dragon Fyredel and his armies. Each of them embodied a distinct virtue, which they carried into battle and which defined their life, their death, and their legacy. These virtues form the foundation of faith in Clairvaux, guiding its people in devotion, honour, and duty. It is said that upon their deaths, the Lady sanctified them, binding their spirits to her eternal cause, and through her divine grace, their names became symbols of power and protection. Though not divine themselves, their legendary status and unyielding faith in the Lady make them objects of veneration rather than worship. Their names are invoked in prayers, oaths, and battle cries, and their images adorn temples, banners, and relics across Clairvaux.  

Choosing a Patron Saint

At the age of twelve, every Clairvauxan child must declare their patron saint, choosing a virtue to strive toward for the rest of their life. This decision is not taken lightly, as it shapes their moral and spiritual path. The chosen Saint’s virtue is meant to be reflected in their actions, and paladins and clerics wielding divine magic often channel the power of their patron through the Lady’s grace.  

The Twelve Saints of the Lady

1. Saint Éloïse, Knight of Valor

Patron of courage, battle, and righteous fury  

• Éloïse was the first to take up arms in the Lady’s cause, renowned for her unbreakable will and unshakable courage in the face of dragonfire.
• She was the foremost warrior among the Twelve, leading charges into enemy ranks with flaming blade in hand, unafraid of death.
• It is said she stood alone against one of Fyredel’s great draconic generals, holding the line while the Lady led her army to safety.
• Temples dedicated to Éloïse stand in border towns and military fortresses, where warriors and knights pray for her strength before battle.

2. Saint Geneviève, Knight of Wisdom

Patron of strategy, leadership, and insight  

• Geneviève was the Lady’s most trusted advisor, known for her keen mind and tactical brilliance.
• She was said to never lose a battle, her strategies allowing Clairvaux’s forces to outmaneuver even the dragons.
• She taught that wisdom is the greatest weapon, and fools who rush into battle are doomed before they begin.
• Temples to her often serve as libraries and schools, where young nobles and commanders learn the art of war and governance.

3. Saint Margot, Knight of Mercy

Patron of healers, the sick, and redemption  

• Margot was once a warrior, but after witnessing the horrors of war, she cast aside her blade and devoted herself to healing the wounded.
• She led Clairvaux’s first field hospitals, saving thousands of soldiers and civilians alike.
• Even in death, it is said her spirit lingers in places of suffering, and those who pray to her often find unexpected relief from pain.
• Her temples are hospitals, and clerics devoted to her serve as the most skilled healers in Clairvaux.

4. Saint Julienne, Knight of Justice

Patron of law, fairness, and judgment  

• Julienne was the chief enforcer of the Lady’s law, carrying out justice with impartial and unwavering resolve.
• She executed traitors and criminals, but only after fair and thorough judgment.
• She was said to speak only truth, and no liar could stand before her without being compelled to confess.
• Magistrices of the Order of Sanctarians often take her as their patron. Her temples serve as courtrooms and centers of law.

5. Saint Victoria, Knight of Endurance

Patron of perseverance, hardship, and resilience  

• Victoria was the last to fall in battle, standing against Fyredel’s hordes long after the others had perished.
• Even fatally wounded, she fought on, inspiring those around her to never surrender.
• She teaches that true strength is not in victory, but in refusing to yield.
• Soldiers, laborers, and farmers venerate her, and her temples serve as places of refuge for the downtrodden.

6. Saint Isabeau, Knight of Piety

Patron of faith, devotion, and purity  

• Isabeau was the purest in her faith, refusing to doubt the Lady even when all seemed lost.
• Her prayers were said to blind demons and weaken dragons, such was her devotion.
• Even after being captured and tortured by Fyredel’s forces, she never renounced the Lady.
• Priestesses, monks, and mystics take her as their patron. Her temples are places of deep meditation and holy reverence.

7. Saint Naomi, Knight of Dedication

Patron of scholarship, mastery of knowledge, and the relentless pursuit of understanding  

• Naomi was known for her unbreakable commitment to mastering the written and spoken word, believing that true strength lay in learning and discipline.
• She was said to memorize entire books, reciting them from memory when texts were lost to war and time.
• Her followers include scholars, scribes, and theologians, who dedicate their lives to the preservation and expansion of Clairvaux’s knowledge.
• Temples to Saint Naomi house vast archives, where scholars work tirelessly to uncover forgotten truths and perfect their understanding of the Lady’s teachings.
• Those who devote themselves to Naomi take vows of lifelong learning, pledging to never let ignorance cloud their faith.

8. Saint Yvette, Knight of Sacrifice

Patron of selflessness, martyrdom, and duty  

• Yvette gave her life to save the Lady, throwing herself into Fyredel’s fire to shield her.
• Her final prayer before dying became the creed of the Ecclesiarchy:
• “No sacrifice is too great in the name of the Lady.”
• Her relics are among the holiest in Clairvaux, and those who swear to her service take a vow of selflessness.

9. Saint Claire, Knight of Grace

Patron of humility, kindness, and noble conduct  

• Claire was known for her elegance in all things—speech, action, and bearing—without arrogance or pride.
• She taught that true nobility is not in birth, but in conduct, and that grace and humility elevate one beyond even the strongest warrior.
• Though fierce in battle, she was merciful in victory, showing restraint even against her enemies.
• Her temples are places of peace and guidance, where people seek to learn dignity, courtesy, and the refinement of one’s soul.
• Those who take her as their patron strive to move through life with dignity, treating even their enemies with honor and restraint.

10. Saint Léonore, Knight of Hope

Patron of optimism, the future, and new beginnings  

• Léonore never despaired, even in the bleakest battles.
• It is said that when she smiled, soldiers forgot their fear.
• Orphanages, charities, and homes for the poor are dedicated to her.

11. Saint Colette, Knight of Loyalty

Patron of oaths, fealty, and fidelity  

• Colette was the Lady’s most devoted friend and shield, refusing to leave her side even when wounded.
• Knights and warriors swear their oaths before her statues.

12. Saint Vesperine, Knight of Secrets

Patron of knowledge, mysteries, and hidden truths  

• Vesperine was said to have foreseen Fyredel’s rise, but her warnings were ignored.
• Even in death, she is said to whisper secrets to those who listen.