Quess Esdale

Sykes · Posts: 36 Join date: 2009-08-28

Youngest of former king of Naharati Raegnold Esdale's daughters, left into the care of King Drysllthen Valenti as part of the terms of surrender. [known, backstory]
Witnessed the horrific kidnapping of her eldest sister, Sorynn, by tree roots during the final siege. Has had nightmares ever since. [known]
Remained mostly in quarters, eventually taking walks in the garden with her sketchbook. On her third walk, she met King Drysllthen and had lengthy conversation. [both events known, contents of conversation unknown]
Increased strain on her relation with her mother, Rachelle, as the woman isn't completely in her right mind since her husband's death. [known]
Met with her sister, Lark, where Lark discussed options for Quess' future, suggesting her to court General William Alexston. A short time later, the King and the General arrived by chance where Quess was introduced and further talk ensued. Lark left hurriedly. The men got themselves tipsy. Drysllthen ordered a commission art piece from her while William kept one of her landscape sketches [mostly unknown, rumors at best]
Introduced to Maeryn Wenfrith and her tutor, Bryn Hwllbyrdson, by the King. [known]
Met with William Alexston in his quarters. Spoke greatly about art and was shown William's early painting made from Quess landscape sketch. Quess promised a new commissioned art piece for him. [meeting and commission known, conversation rumored]
Was requested to be seen by Mereavus Alexston. [known. Conversation rumored to be about her courting William]
Was requested by the King to speak on matters of Sorynn's murder, her family's fate, and her own removal off the list for General Alexston's courtiers. More than talk occurred, Quess admitting her affection for Drysllthen. His art commission was received. [meeting known, all else rumored]
Followed Maeryn to a secret garden on the grounds where they explored together before being joined by Drysllthen. The location has been kept a secret as promised. [unknown]
Rumor of Lark and William's tryst reaches her ears. She has not shared any words with her sister since. [unknown]
Chance meeting with Garnett Valenti and Elysia von Pith after a bath. Elysia didn't stay long, but both helped her dry her hair and discussed various subjects over tea. [reliable rumor]
Shortly after, Garnett gifted Quess with a horse, Ilio, to care for and learn to ride. [known]
Was introduced by chance meeting to Cordelia Ysdale by General Alexston during an afternoon walk. Spoke of house plans. [known]
Quess became emotional after Cordelia left during conversation. [reliable rumor, widely considered it was over Quess's dissatisfied with the General's wedding]
Discovered a heated scene between Maeryn and Drysllthen in the dining room. A bystander to the revelation of the damage done to Maeryn by Tyltin's markings. [known]
Drysllthen and Quess disappeared shortly after for a brief time only to be seen with him carrying her, both rain-drenched and distressed. [rumored]

Sykes · Posts: 36 Join date: 2009-08-28

Private meeting between Quess and Drysllthen was interrupted by a frantic Maeryn. The two girls have been very close ever since. [unknown]
Continues to make daily visits to the stable to train with Ilio. [known]
Spent her goodbyes with her mother and Lark before their journey to Leugeilean. [known]
Diana Wintermore offered assistance on Quess' masquerade gown. She accepted. Met Saeryll and Greer for the first time as well. [known]
Attended and performed the crowning ceremony during the coronation of Drysllthen, Tyltin, Roselyn, and Saeryll. [well known]
Attended the masquerade after being delayed by Aksel Marillion and his concerns about her staying within Valys. Missed the dance with William who had left due to an ill father, but caught her dance with the secretive Drysllthen. [mostly known, Drysllthen's identity at the ball was mostly unknown and unconfirmed that he was even there]
Had a curious meeting with Maeryn, Ashelynn, Morgance, Olyx and Diana on the rooftop. She Was asked to do a sketch of the gathering but the group split before it was so far. [mostly known]
Evaded her escorts after being delivered a message from Maeryn that had them meeting at the edge of the castle ground's forested area where the two began exploring. Drysllthen and Mari found them and surprise ambushed them in punishment. Mari is requested to teach them both self-defense. Quess had a short breakdown. [reliable rumor]
Attended Tyltin and Maeryn's wedding to stand beside the bride, all at a spur of the moment. [known]

Sykes · Posts: 36 Join date: 2009-08-28

Invited from days earlier, Quess spent prolonged time with the King. She returned to the women's wing in a Valenti servant's dress and a large fur cloak. [meeting rumored, contents of meeting unknown, garments on return reliably rumored]
Was visited by Nadezha while bedresting. A short but deep conversation occured. [rumored]
Met Cyndassa, Cordelia, and Nalani on her first outting since her rest began. Spoke about games and marriages over a late lunch. [reliably rumored]
Summoned to Garnett's quarters for conversation and farewells and a promise made. [rumored]
Met Drysllthen in the garden to comfort him with his dealing over Garnett's departure and Rosalynne's depression regarding the lost of the Alexston elders. [mostly known]
Had a second and much more detailed chat with Nadezha. Some of it was heated, but she also requested the jongleur to train her. [rumored]
Ran upon Ashelynne in the garden. Had a pleasant conversation. [mostly known]
Attended William and Cordelia's wedding. [known]
Bumped into Drysllthen, Tyltin and Maeryn on the roof. Tried to help Drysllthen talk Maeryn out of leaving with Tyltin for the war. [mostly known]
Early morning note had Quess meeting Maeryn for talk of adventuring on her return from Karmenys. [rumored]

Sykes · Posts: 36 Join date: 2009-08-28

Was introduced to Naiia and Aelwyd as the two assisted Maeryn in getting riding clothes together for Maeryn's departure for Karmemys. The meeting ended poorly when Maeryn left in a panic. [reliable rumor]
Begins meetings with Nadezha off and on for regular discussions about talents, life and training. [rumor]
Searched for the King only to accidentally run into him in the throne room. They then spent the evening in secret with the King. She no longer questions her place at his side. [presence in the throne room known, the rest unknown]
Stumbled into an awkward moment where she were officially introduced to Roselynne and Carrigan by Cordelia in the Women's Room. [rumored]