Cecilia was born into a modest family in the peaceful kingdom of Windspire. Her father served as a loyal prison guard, ensuring the security and order of the kingdom. From a young age, Cecilia displayed a natural curiosity and intelligence, always yearning for knowledge beyond the walls of Windspire.
Tragedy Struck
When Windspire fell under attack by the forces of King Cyril, a relentless conqueror seeking to unite the kingdoms of Greatspear. Little did Cecilia know during the chaos of the invasion, her father was slain by Stewart Weathershand, a prisoner he had been guarding. Stewart, driven by his desire to escape, saw an opportunity in the midst of the battle and took advantage of the chaos to free himself.
Adopted by the King. In the aftermath of the attack, a grieving Cecilia found herself alone, with her father's life tragically cut short. It was during this dark time that King Cyril, the ruler of Greatspear Castle, discovered the young girl's potential. Impressed by her intelligence and resilience, he took her under his wing and adopted her as his own. Cecilia became a ward of the kingdom and was raised within the grand halls of Greatspear Castle.
Rising to Captain of the Guard. Under King Cyril's guidance, Cecilia received the finest education and training. Recognizing her natural talent for leadership, he personally oversaw her military education, training her in the art of war. Cecilia's skills as a warrior and strategist flourished under the watchful eye of the ambitious king. She quickly gained a reputation as one of the kingdom's most promising young talents, renowned for her tactical brilliance and unwavering determination.
The Price of War
As the years went by, Cecilia matured into a formidable general, leading the army in King Cyril's conquests. She fought alongside her fellow soldiers, driven by a desire to prove herself and bring honor to her fallen father. However, deep within her heart, doubts began to grow. She questioned the cost of war and the morality of conquest, wondering if there could be a better way to achieve peace.
Betrayal
In her unwavering loyalty to King Cyril, Cecilia stood by his side through triumph and turmoil. Being with her adopted father and building Skystone Castle was a welcome break from conquest. That is until Stewart led the malevolent beholder Mohsh to the castle. Cecilia rallied her men and cornered Stewart, she had him in her grasp. They had him bound but Cecilia was not ready for his most powerful weapon, his tongue.
The Truth Revealed. He convinced the guard that she was in league with Mohsh, then the tables were turned. With his lies and promise he gained control of the small contingent of men. They bound her hands and just before they took her away, he whispered in her ear, it was me who stuck the knife into your father the day that I escaped from prison. Cecilia went feral, she broke away from the men picked up her sword and went after Stewart. She killed ever last one of her men and in the end, Stewart misty stepped away.
The Tragedy of Cecilia
It wasn’t long before Stewart was back, and this time he released the miasma not knowing what he was doing. Cecilia hunted him and resisted the miasma for as long as she could. However, the malevolent miasma took its toll on her. Slowly, the curse of the miasma transformed Cecilia into a revenant, an undead being driven by a burning desire for revenge. The memory of her father's tragic death at the hands of Stewart Weathershand fuels her every thought and action.
Now We Wait Now, she waits in the desolate heights of the Captain General's Tower, for her chance to get her revenge, her anger seething with a relentless determination to seek justice. Her presence looms as a constant reminder of the dark forces that pervade the castle, and she poses a formidable challenge to any who would cross her in her domain.
Statistics. Use the Revenant stat block in the Monster Manual for Cecilia.
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