Velira Siwen

Abess Velira Siwen

Erone Abbey, built in 335, is held by the female Order of the Balm of Joy. Velira Siwen, 51, abbess since 715, is a highly spiritual woman who leaves politics to Sulaplyn Brygyne of Kynge in the Tashal temple. Located on the road to Tashal, the abbey has a reputation for excellence in the healing arts. No wounded or sickly folk are turned away. In addition to quarters for the priestesses, acolytes, and lay helpers, Erone includes a large temple, a manor house, and a large, overburdened hospital. The famous Erone hospital is built upon natural mineral springs long considered therapeutic. The hospital produces a variety of oils, unguents, salves, balms, elixirs, and potions extracted and blended from all manner of efficacious herbs and fungi. The clerics gather these themselves or acquire them through trade. Sale of medicines brings much-needed silver to the abbey. The abbey enjoys the patronage of many noble benefactors, including the king, the Baron of Ternua, and Lady Thilisa of Qualdris. Despite this support, Erone is constantly on the verge of financial collapse. It is in debt to the Qualdris usurer Tommas of Cuke for the funds needed to replace the hospital roof, which was damaged in a storm. The Pelnala is considering a personal appeal to the king for assistance.