House Brightscale

House Brightscale is a revered noble family known for their unwavering devotion to Bahamut and their role as mediators and diplomats. They are famed for their ability to resolve conflicts and their deep sense of justice. Many members of the house serve as envoys, priests, and judges, embodying Bahamut's principles of protection, justice, and wisdom. Their radiant scales and eloquent speech make them admired figures across the Dragonlands.

Culture

House Brightscale places immense value on honour, wisdom, and justice. Their culture revolves around service to the community, devotion to Bahamut, and the pursuit of knowledge. Education, particularly in the areas of law, history, and religion, is highly prized, and many Brightscales serve as judges, priests, and diplomats. They believe in leadership through example, and their members are often seen as role models for other Dragonborn.

Public Agenda

House Brightscale seeks to maintain peace and order within the Dragonlands by promoting diplomacy and justice. They work closely with the temples of Bahamut and Moradin to ensure that the empire’s laws are upheld with fairness. Additionally, they are advocates for alliances with neighbouring realms and cultures, believing that cooperation strengthens the Dragonlands. Their reputation as mediators has made them central to both internal and external political negotiations.

Assets

Brightscale Embassy: A renowned diplomatic outpost in Vlarith, where envoys of House Brightscale handle delicate negotiations and maintain relationships with foreign and domestic dignitaries.

Council Seats: Many members of the house hold influential positions in various governing bodies across the Dragonlands, especially within Vlarith, allowing them to shape the political landscape.

Judicial Influence: House Brightscale has significant sway in the empire's judicial system, with many family members serving as judges and legal advisors.

History

House Brightscale has long been aligned with the values of Bahamut, rising to prominence during a time of great political strife in the Dragonlands. They played a critical role in resolving the conflict of the First War of the Sands through diplomatic channels, helping broker a peace agreement between the Dragonlands and the Vanhu tribes. Their legacy of justice began when Arkan Brightscale, an early Head of the House, was appointed as the first High Judge of the Dragonlands, a title that still holds prestige within the house. Since then, House Brightscale has been associated with fairness, peacekeeping, and diplomacy, defending the values of Bahamut and maintaining law and order across the empire.

Foreign Relations

Allied with House Flamecrest: House Brightscale has a strong alliance with House Flamecrest due to their shared values of justice and honour. They often work together on matters concerning diplomacy and the protection of the realm.
Neutral with Clan Ironscale : While House Brightscale respects Clan Ironscale’s contributions to the defence of the empire, they view the clan’s more militaristic approach with caution, preferring peaceful solutions over force.
Rivalry with House Blackclaw: There is a simmering rivalry with House Blackclaw, as Brightscale views their methods—particularly their use of shadow magic—with suspicion and distaste. This ideological conflict over the balance between light and darkness has led to tensions between the two houses.

In Light, We Lead.

Type

Geopolitical, Great house

Leader

Zarath Brightscale

Gazetteer

Hall of Justice: Situated in Vlarith, this grand hall serves as the centre of legal proceedings in the city. Members of House Brightscale often preside over cases here, and it is a symbol of their influence over law and justice.

Sanctuary of Bahamut: A sacred temple in Vlarith, partially maintained by House Brightscale, which is dedicated to worshipping Bahamut and ensuring his principles guide the Dragonlands.

Location

Vlarith

Controlled Territories

• Hall of Justice

Related Species

• Dragonborn