Xelara Nightshade is a master necromancer who has served as the Dean of the Ebon Academy for over a century. Known for her strict demeanor and uncompromising standards, she is revered for her groundbreaking research on soulcrafting and the manipulation of life forces. Xelara is said to have prolonged her own life through mastery of the dark arts and has a deep, personal connection to the spirits that haunt the academy's grounds. Rumors suggest she communicates regularly with the Veilkeeper, the mysterious guardian of Gravewatch.