VALENTINA EMBERDANCE
DrakoniansCourt Poisoner
"I am death in a beautiful package. I serve Drakon, even when the cost is my soul.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Royal Court, Dragon Spire
- Civilization
- Drakonians
Appearance
• Physical: Valentina has the refined bearing of court life, with scales polished to perfection and eyes that reveal nothing. She moves with calculated grace, every gesture designed to convey specific messages. Her beauty is both weapon and shield. • Clothing: She wears court attire of the highest fashion, carefully chosen to display wealth and taste. Her jewelry is both beautiful and functional, containing hidden poisons and antidotes. • Distinguishing Marks: A small scar from an early poisoning accident, which reminds her to be careful.
Relationships
- Family - None she admits to, her work is her life
- Allies - Fellow courtiers who share her loyalty, those who owe her favors
- Rivals - Competing poisoners, those who fear her power
Personality
- Traits: Brilliantly manipulative, genuinely loyal to the Archon, struggles with moral compromises, surprisingly compassionate to the innocent
- Mannerisms: Tests everything before consuming, maintains antidotes for every poison she knows, observes everyone constantly
- Voice: Warm and welcoming, can become cold and commanding instantly
Backstory
Valentina was trained as a poisoner from childhood, learning to kill with subtlety and precision. She's served three Archons, eliminating threats with toxins that leave no trace. She believes her work protects Drakon, even when it costs her sleep.
Daily Life
She attends court functions, identifying threats and eliminating them when ordered. She maintains her network of informants, develops new poisons, and ensures the Archon's safety. She lives in constant vigilance.
Secret
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Story Hooks
- 1 Valentina needs help protecting an innocent target without revealing her involvement
- 2 She's been ordered to poison someone she believes is innocent, and needs help refusing