Lady Selara Evenwood

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Height: 5’7” (170 cm)
Build: Graceful and slender, with elegant posture.
Hair: Chestnut brown, always impeccably styled, often adorned with silver combs.
Eyes: Emerald green, bright and discerning, often twinkling with amusement.
Clothing: Prefers flowing gowns of silk and velvet in jewel tones, accented with silver embroidery and tasteful jewellery.
Aura: Projects an aura of poise and confidence, her voice carrying a melodious charm even in casual conversation.

AC: 16 (Stylish enchanted attire and defensive spells)
HP: 74
Speed: 30 ft
Abilities:
- STR: 10 (+0)
- DEX: 14 (+2)
- CON: 12 (+1)
- INT: 16 (+3)
- WIS: 14 (+2)
- CHA: 20 (+5)
Notable Skills:
- Persuasion (+11)
- Deception (+9)
- Insight (+8)
- Performance (+11)
- History (+7)
- Arcana (+6)
Saving Throws: CHA +9, WIS +6
Languages: Common, Elvish, Sylvan, Draconic, Infernal.
Special Features:
- Silver-Tongued: Automatically succeeds Persuasion checks below DC 10.
- Unerring Logic: Uses Bardic Inspiration to cut through lies and clarify misunderstandings.
- Spellcasting: Focuses on enchantment, illusion, and support magic.

Traits:
- Diplomatic and charming, with an innate ability to mediate disputes.
- Keenly observant and emotionally intuitive, rarely fooled by deception.
- Approachable and warm but capable of sharp wit and cutting remarks when provoked.
Ideal: Words hold greater power than swords; diplomacy should always be tried before violence.
Bond: Feels responsible for maintaining Waterdeep’s stability and reputation.
Flaw: Can be overly trusting of allies and reluctant to confront betrayal.

Court Intrigues - Enjoys dissecting political alliances and rivalries with precision.
Legends and Ballads - Shares ancient songs and poetic stories to win hearts and defuse tensions.
Philosophy and Ethics - Draws on historical precedents to justify decisions and strategies.
Cultural Diplomacy - Passionate about fostering relations between disparate cultures.
Art and Fashion - Keeps up with trends in noble circles and enjoys discussing style.

Family Scandals - Hints at a noble dispute in her lineage but dismisses it as “ancient history.”
Personal Regrets - Changes topics when questioned about past failures or lost friendships.
Romantic Attachments - Laughs off speculation, focusing instead on her “marriage to duty.”
Unspoken Alliances - Skilled at sidestepping inquiries about covert Harper missions.

Champion of Diplomacy - Believes negotiations can solve nearly all problems and disdains brute force.
Distrusts Mercenaries - Skeptical of those who sell loyalty to the highest bidder.
Admires Scholars - Respects those who value learning and teaching but criticizes arrogance.
Cautious of Tieflings - Harbours unconscious bias due to past encounters with infernal cults.

Morning Routine - Begins with vocal exercises, brief meditation, and reading political updates.
Daytime Tasks - Attends council meetings, drafts treaties, and mentors younger envoys.
Evenings - Hosts salons and musical performances to maintain alliances and gather intelligence.
Night-time Ritual - Writes journal entries in code to safeguard sensitive information.

Parents: Noble diplomats; deceased under mysterious circumstances.
Siblings: Younger brother, Eryndor Evenwood, estranged due to his rebellious lifestyle.
Close Friends: Lady Laeral Silverhand (mentorship and mutual respect) and Sir Davian Crestfall, a knight and confidant.
Romantic Prospects:
- Past Relationships: Once courted by nobles, but ended engagements to focus on diplomacy.
- Future Considerations: Open to partners who share her ideals and ambition.
- Fears: Hesitates to open her heart, fearing it could be used against her.

“Words can be sharper than any blade—use them wisely.”
“A well-placed lie can start a war, but the right truth can end one.”
“Trust is not given; it is earned, tested, and proven.”
“Songs and stories endure long after swords rust.”
“Charm is not deception—it’s the art of revealing truths that others cannot see.”

Spy Network - Uses musicians and performers as informants, passing coded messages in lyrics.
Traitorous Family Ties - Suspects her brother Eryndor Evenwood has ties to criminal groups but has no proof.
Hidden Artefact - Possesses a magical harp capable of calming riots and dispelling enchantments, which she keeps hidden.
Unsettling Dreams - Suffers from visions of Waterdeep in flames, fearing a magical catastrophe.
Double Agent Fears - Worries that an ally within the Lords’ Alliance may be compromised by external forces.

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