Princess Carnelia's Dueñas
by Jennifer GuerraPrincess Carnelia's dueñas
are her closest and most constant companions. They serve not only
as her chaperones, but as her ladies-in-waiting and most trusted
advisers, on matters as diverse as politics and personal
relationships. Carnelia has three dueñas, all of whom have
been with her since her social debut and subsequent betrothal to
Miguel de Fedorias: Maria, Marta, and Magdalena.
Maria is the daughter of Pedro Bernaldez, a wealthy Belcadiz merchant and a good friend of the ruling family. Maria came to Alhambra when she was 92 (about 15).
Maria is a small, shy lady with black hair and brown eyes, who
blushes easily. She is pleasant and friendly, though, and is good
friends with a few of the other Wokani. She is Carnelia's companion
in intellectual and magical matters.
Maria de Bernaldez (17th level elven wizard/Wokani of the third circle)
AC 5 (ring +5), Thac0 15, hp 50, saves (includes +2) ppd 2, rsw 3, pp 2, bw2, sp 4. Damage by spell. STR 8, DEX 15, CON 11, INT 17, WIS 13, CHA 12. AL NG.
Non-weapon Proficiencies: Languages (Belcadiz, Thyatian, Averoignian, Krondaharan), Read/Write, Riding, Etiquette, Heraldry, Spellcraft, Astrology, Dancing, Ancient History (elven).
Special Attacks/Abilities: see Princess Carnelia's Wokani (up to third circle) and racial abilities.
Magical Items: Ring of protection +5/+2 to saves, ring of human influence, wand of paralysation, amulet of recall
Spells:
Level One: Filth's Bane, Bloom, Know History, Spirit of
Servitude, Drawmij's Light Step
Level Two: Finery and Freshness, Ghost Pipes, Portrait,
Quimby's Enchanting Gourmet, Magic Missile Reflection
Level Three: Chastise, Drenal's Sound Barrier, Suggestion,
Ward Against Undead, Hold Person
Level Four: Special Effect, Confusion, Emotion, Magic
Mirror, Fire Trap
Level Five: Darsson's Music Box, Servant Horde, Teleport,
Feeblemind, Spell Immunity
Level Six: Sense treason, Veil, Eyebite
Level Seven: Guardian Mantle, Teleport Without Error, Repel
Undead
Level Eight: Mass Charm, Dispel Enchantment
Marta is the daughter of Emiliano de Galdarres, a minor Belcadiz nobleman and successful horse breeder. She joined Carnelia's retinue at 142 (22), after her young husband, Juan Carlos de Montoya, was killed in a riding accident.
Marta is petite and slightly plump for her frame, with curly
brown hair and green eyes. She is bubbly and outgoing, and enjoys
socialising. She is close friends with Waira
Virayana of Krondahar. She is
Carnelia's companion in social and domestic matters.
Marta de Galdarres y Montoya (7th level elven wizard/Wokani of the second circle)
AC 5 (ring +5), Thac0 18, hp 25, saves (includes +2) ppd 11, rsw 7, pp 9, bw11, sp 8. Damage by spell. STR 10, DEX 14, CON 13, INT 14, WIS 14, CHA 17. AL LG.
Non-weapon Proficiencies: Languages (Belcadiz, Thyatian, Averoignian), Read/Write, Riding, Etiquette, Heraldry, Herbalism, Spellcraft, Astrology, Dancing, Singing, Musical Instrument (harp), Sewing (lace-making), Cooking (Belcadiz).
Special Attacks/Abilities: see Princess Carnelia's Wokani (up to second circle) and racial abilities.
Magical Items: Ring of protection +5/+2 to saves, ring of human influence, wand of illumination, amulet of recall
Spells:
Level One: Filth's bane, Hair, Ghostharp, Mending
Level Two: Finery and Freshness, Portrait, Quimby's
Enchanting Gourmet
Level Tree: Chastise, Calm
Level Four: Cook
Magdalena is Carnelia's first cousin, the daughter of Don Fernando de Casanegra and his wife (Carnelia's aunt) Doña Yolanda. She became Carnelia's dueña at 110 (18), although the two have been close since childhood.
Magdalena is much like her cousin: beautiful, intelligent,
charming, and strong, with long black hair and deep blue eyes. She
is Carnelia's sparring partner, and also serves as her spokesperson
at minor diplomatic functions. Magdalena also accompanies Carnelia
to war when necessary; she has twice saved the ruler's life.
Magdalena is rumoured to be romantically involved with Don Ricardo
de Belcadiz, the Princess's brother (and Magdalena's first
cousin).
Magdalena de Casanegra (5th level elven wizard/9th level fighter/Wokani of the first circle)
AC 5 at court (ring +5)/ 0 at war (ring +5,
elven chain), hp 60, saves (includes +3)
ppd 5, rsw 7, pp 6, bw6, sp 8.
STR 12, DEX 16, CON 14, INT 16, WIS
15, CHA 16. AL CG.
Damage: (by weapon or spell)
Rapier +3/+5 versus undead (weapon proficiency; Thac0 8),
1d6+5/1d8+5
Dagger +3 (weapon proficiency; Thac0 8), 1d4+4/1d3+4
Non-weapon Proficiencies: Languages (Belcadiz, Thyatian, Averoignian, Krondaharan), Read/Write, Riding, Etiquette, Heraldry, Spellcraft, Blind-Fighting, Military Tactics, Diplomacy, Local History (Glantri)
Special Attacks/Abilities: see Princess Carnelia's Wokani (up to first circle) and racial abilities.
Magical Items: Ring of protection +5/+3 to saves, ring of human influence, amulet of recall
Spells:
Level One: Remove the Instrument of Death, Draw Forth the
Truth, Magic Missile, Copy
Level Two: Magic Missile Reflection, Forcewave
Level Three: Suggestion