Elesis the Saint
"Faith is the quiet strength within, the unseen hand that lifts us when our will falters. It does not demand proof nor bend to fear; it only asks that we trust the path ahead, even when shrouded in darkness. In faith, we find the courage to be merciful, the patience to forgive, and the strength to love beyond all wounds." - Elesis the SaintElesis the Saint, born Elesis Normanson, is one of the most venerated figures in Outremer, regarded as a legendary hero alongside Norman "The Lionheart" de Normandie and Robert the Strong. With her husband, Saint Louis the Pious, Elesis co-founded House Ginemiéres, known as "The House of the Saint." Together, they brought salvation to Outremer, emerging as its saviors in a time of despair. They ended the deadliest civil war in the nation's history, launched the Sixth Crusade, and defeated the Orc Empire of the Broken Wills. Their campaign liberated the World Tree Leviair from the oppressive orc rule, restoring the Crusader States and inspiring a profound spiritual renewal across Oros. It was said that the Sacred Pools appeared near all world trees after their victory, marking the first creation of saints in fifty years and elevating the Solomonid faith to its zenith.
Elesis was renowned for her unbreakable faith, unblemished virtue, and deep connection to Solomon - God of Life. She was revered for her profound piety, and legends tell of her ability to hear Solomon’s guidance directly, steering her through crises with divine clarity. Her miraculous abilities were akin to the sacred tales of old: walking on water, transforming water into wine, and even glimpsing into the future. These feats filled the people of Outremer with awe, and her sinless, holy presence inspired profound devotion among her followers.
Elesis and Louis are unique in Outremer’s history, being the only pair to rule as Saint Empress and Saint Emperor jointly. They led as equals, sharing a divine connection that seemed ordained by Solomon himself. Elesis' wisdom and grace complemented Louis' strength and courage, forming a balanced rule that fostered peace and prosperity for nearly three centuries. The legends of Elesis’ faith and devotion, alongside her profound union with Louis, have left an indelible mark on Outremer. Today, she stands as a symbol of divine purity and leadership, her legacy immortalized with her husband Saint Louis among Outremer’s greatest heroes.
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Elesis the Saint, born Elesis Normandienne, became one of Outremer's most revered figures. Known for her exceptional bravery, unwavering faith, and the immense compassion she displayed throughout her life, Elesis's legacy transformed Outremer, guiding the kingdom out of its darkest period and into a golden age. She was born to Norman, a knight of that sought the Holy Grail ,” and his wife, Arlina. Her father’s reputation preceded him, for he was not only a skilled warrior but a man renowned for his unshakeable sense of justice and his adherence to a divine mission. Elesis's childhood was shaped by a grand journey undertaken by her father and his closest friend, Charles, both of whom had devoted their lives to a single cause—the quest for the Holy Grail.
Elesis’s early years were spent with Louis, Charles’ son and her closest companion, as they traveled alongside their fathers. Charles had married Yang Xinxiang, a princess from the Yang Empire whom they had been rewarded with from a quest, and the children were raised in an environment that mixed cultures, experiences, and traditions from across the world. Elesis and Louis learned swordsmanship, studied languages, and listened to countless stories of courage and faith from their fathers. They became skilled fighters at a young age, having faced everything from wild beasts and Orcs to Demons. Even as children, they embodied the determination and resilience of their mighty fathers.
When Elesis was only eleven, she and Louis witnessed the culmination of their fathers' quest. Against all odds, Charles and Norman finally discovered the Holy Grail. Instead of drinking from it themselves, however, they chose to bestow its blessings upon their children, an act of profound love and sacrifice. Through this miraculous gift, Elesis and Louis became saints at an age unheard of in Outremer. The Grail's power elevated them, granting them divine abilities and placing upon them the sacred responsibility to carry forward their fathers’ mission of protecting the Solomonid faith.
Elesis and Louis soon went to Vlunia, where they were to study magic under the guidance of the Magical Kingdom of Saphery’s wise magicians. They would spend several years there until the death of Charles. Norman wishing to fulfil his and his best friend's dream of bringing their children to their homeland. They would venture to Outremer during the War of Greed. But they were unaware of the war and when they arrived, they were attacked, Norman along with Elesis's and Louis's mother gave their lives in a final act of protection, safeguarding the children from a surprise attack orchestrated by the twisted ambitions that plagued Outremer. Elesis was devastated, and the loss of her father shattered her young heart. She grew angry and bitter toward Outremer, the very kingdom her family had dedicated their lives to. But as she continued her journey with Louis, witnessing the strength and purity of Solomon’s faith, she found peace and began to understand the purpose behind her suffering. She saw Solomon’s teachings manifesting in the unwavering belief of Outremer’s people, and her heart was softened by the love and hope they held for the saints.
During the devastating War of Greed, Outremer was a land embroiled in strife. The kingdom’s nobles, consumed by selfishness and bloodlust, fought one another for control, bringing ruin to the realm. No saints had been seen in Outremer for years, and the once-Sacred Pools had long since dried up, leaving the kingdom without divine protection or guidance. But when Elesis arrived, her presence ignited hope in the people. In one of her visions, she saw a new Sacred Pool waiting to be discovered, a symbol that a brighter future was still possible for Outremer. She shared this vision with Louis, and together they dedicated themselves to ending the war through peace, justice, and mercy, hoping to restore Outremer to its former glory.
Elesis and Louis traveled across Outremer for eight years, sparing the lives of any who opposed them and convincing even the most hardened knights to lay down their arms. Elesis’s compassion for others was boundless, and her belief in Solomon’s mercy became legendary. Her words, gentle yet firm, soothed hearts that had been hardened by war, and she inspired all who crossed her path. Knights, once disillusioned by the corruption of the nobility, rallied behind her and Louis, seeing them as the true saviors of Outremer. Through their courage and kindness, they transformed enemies into allies and created a vast following of loyal knights and followers. Together, Elesis and Louis succeeded in ending the War of Greed without taking a single Outremerian life, an unparalleled achievement that cemented their places in history.
After the war’s conclusion, the nobility, moved by their bravery and compassion, begged Elesis and Louis to ascend the throne as joint rulers, a role they had never envisioned for themselves. Despite their initial reluctance, the pleas of the people and the unwavering support of their followers led Elesis and Louis to accept, becoming the first and only joint sovereigns in Outremer’s history. As Saint Empress and Saint Emperor, they brought stability, hope, and peace to Outremer, guiding the kingdom into a new era of prosperity and faith.
Yet Elesis’s role as Saint Empress was not without further revelations and divine trials. During her reign, she received a vision that led her to a newly revealed Sacred Pool. The knights accompanying her looked upon it with reverence and a desire to harness its power, but Elesis, in a shocking act, destroyed the pool. Her followers, overwhelmed by anger and confusion, attacked her in a desperate attempt to stop her. Elesis, however, was untouched by their assault, her divine protection shielding her as they fell to their knees in remorse. She explained that the pool was a test of their faith, revealing the lingering greed within their hearts that threatened the peace they had worked so hard to establish.
Her vision had shown her more: all of the Sacred Pools in the world would soon dry up unless the World Tree Leviair, was rescued from Hoglik the Jaded, the orc Overlord of the Broken Wills. This revelation spurred Elesis to call for the only crusade ever summoned by someone outside the Cardinal. It was a call to action, one that reminded Outremer of its duty to the faith and to the world. The crusade, spearheaded by the Saint Empress and Emperor, united people from across Outremer in a mission to protect what was sacred and to restore balance to the world.
Thus began the crusade to liberate the World Tree Leviair from the Broken Wills. From 12001 AC to 12008 AC, Louis and Elesis led the Sixth Crusade, fiercely battling against the orc warhost. In a climactic confrontation, they jointly defeated Hoglik, restoring the Crusader States of Leviair and revitalizing the world tree. With the reestablishment of the Sacred Pools across the lands of Oros, the faith of Solomonid flourished. The emergence of hundreds of saints marked a new era, and Louis and Elesis became revered as the paragons of the faith, leading Outremer into a golden age.
Louis and Elesis enjoyed a long and prosperous reign, during which Elesis became known for her wisdom and piety. She passed away in 12136 AC at the age of 162, leaving Louis heartbroken. He chose never to remarry and continued to rule Outremer until his death in 12276 AC, at the extraordinary age of 302—the longest reign in Outremer’s history. His longevity was attributed to both his deep piety and his hidden Yang heritage, a secret known only to a few.
Together, Louis and Elesis had many children, founding House Ginemiéres—the third and final great house of Outremer, alongside House de Normandie and House Robertine. Their legacy lived on, shaping the future of Outremer and the Solomonid faith, a testament to their unwavering devotion, courage, and love.
Elesis’s early years were spent with Louis, Charles’ son and her closest companion, as they traveled alongside their fathers. Charles had married Yang Xinxiang, a princess from the Yang Empire whom they had been rewarded with from a quest, and the children were raised in an environment that mixed cultures, experiences, and traditions from across the world. Elesis and Louis learned swordsmanship, studied languages, and listened to countless stories of courage and faith from their fathers. They became skilled fighters at a young age, having faced everything from wild beasts and Orcs to Demons. Even as children, they embodied the determination and resilience of their mighty fathers.
When Elesis was only eleven, she and Louis witnessed the culmination of their fathers' quest. Against all odds, Charles and Norman finally discovered the Holy Grail. Instead of drinking from it themselves, however, they chose to bestow its blessings upon their children, an act of profound love and sacrifice. Through this miraculous gift, Elesis and Louis became saints at an age unheard of in Outremer. The Grail's power elevated them, granting them divine abilities and placing upon them the sacred responsibility to carry forward their fathers’ mission of protecting the Solomonid faith.
Elesis and Louis soon went to Vlunia, where they were to study magic under the guidance of the Magical Kingdom of Saphery’s wise magicians. They would spend several years there until the death of Charles. Norman wishing to fulfil his and his best friend's dream of bringing their children to their homeland. They would venture to Outremer during the War of Greed. But they were unaware of the war and when they arrived, they were attacked, Norman along with Elesis's and Louis's mother gave their lives in a final act of protection, safeguarding the children from a surprise attack orchestrated by the twisted ambitions that plagued Outremer. Elesis was devastated, and the loss of her father shattered her young heart. She grew angry and bitter toward Outremer, the very kingdom her family had dedicated their lives to. But as she continued her journey with Louis, witnessing the strength and purity of Solomon’s faith, she found peace and began to understand the purpose behind her suffering. She saw Solomon’s teachings manifesting in the unwavering belief of Outremer’s people, and her heart was softened by the love and hope they held for the saints.
During the devastating War of Greed, Outremer was a land embroiled in strife. The kingdom’s nobles, consumed by selfishness and bloodlust, fought one another for control, bringing ruin to the realm. No saints had been seen in Outremer for years, and the once-Sacred Pools had long since dried up, leaving the kingdom without divine protection or guidance. But when Elesis arrived, her presence ignited hope in the people. In one of her visions, she saw a new Sacred Pool waiting to be discovered, a symbol that a brighter future was still possible for Outremer. She shared this vision with Louis, and together they dedicated themselves to ending the war through peace, justice, and mercy, hoping to restore Outremer to its former glory.
Elesis and Louis traveled across Outremer for eight years, sparing the lives of any who opposed them and convincing even the most hardened knights to lay down their arms. Elesis’s compassion for others was boundless, and her belief in Solomon’s mercy became legendary. Her words, gentle yet firm, soothed hearts that had been hardened by war, and she inspired all who crossed her path. Knights, once disillusioned by the corruption of the nobility, rallied behind her and Louis, seeing them as the true saviors of Outremer. Through their courage and kindness, they transformed enemies into allies and created a vast following of loyal knights and followers. Together, Elesis and Louis succeeded in ending the War of Greed without taking a single Outremerian life, an unparalleled achievement that cemented their places in history.
After the war’s conclusion, the nobility, moved by their bravery and compassion, begged Elesis and Louis to ascend the throne as joint rulers, a role they had never envisioned for themselves. Despite their initial reluctance, the pleas of the people and the unwavering support of their followers led Elesis and Louis to accept, becoming the first and only joint sovereigns in Outremer’s history. As Saint Empress and Saint Emperor, they brought stability, hope, and peace to Outremer, guiding the kingdom into a new era of prosperity and faith.
Yet Elesis’s role as Saint Empress was not without further revelations and divine trials. During her reign, she received a vision that led her to a newly revealed Sacred Pool. The knights accompanying her looked upon it with reverence and a desire to harness its power, but Elesis, in a shocking act, destroyed the pool. Her followers, overwhelmed by anger and confusion, attacked her in a desperate attempt to stop her. Elesis, however, was untouched by their assault, her divine protection shielding her as they fell to their knees in remorse. She explained that the pool was a test of their faith, revealing the lingering greed within their hearts that threatened the peace they had worked so hard to establish.
Her vision had shown her more: all of the Sacred Pools in the world would soon dry up unless the World Tree Leviair, was rescued from Hoglik the Jaded, the orc Overlord of the Broken Wills. This revelation spurred Elesis to call for the only crusade ever summoned by someone outside the Cardinal. It was a call to action, one that reminded Outremer of its duty to the faith and to the world. The crusade, spearheaded by the Saint Empress and Emperor, united people from across Outremer in a mission to protect what was sacred and to restore balance to the world.
Thus began the crusade to liberate the World Tree Leviair from the Broken Wills. From 12001 AC to 12008 AC, Louis and Elesis led the Sixth Crusade, fiercely battling against the orc warhost. In a climactic confrontation, they jointly defeated Hoglik, restoring the Crusader States of Leviair and revitalizing the world tree. With the reestablishment of the Sacred Pools across the lands of Oros, the faith of Solomonid flourished. The emergence of hundreds of saints marked a new era, and Louis and Elesis became revered as the paragons of the faith, leading Outremer into a golden age.
Louis and Elesis enjoyed a long and prosperous reign, during which Elesis became known for her wisdom and piety. She passed away in 12136 AC at the age of 162, leaving Louis heartbroken. He chose never to remarry and continued to rule Outremer until his death in 12276 AC, at the extraordinary age of 302—the longest reign in Outremer’s history. His longevity was attributed to both his deep piety and his hidden Yang heritage, a secret known only to a few.
Together, Louis and Elesis had many children, founding House Ginemiéres—the third and final great house of Outremer, alongside House de Normandie and House Robertine. Their legacy lived on, shaping the future of Outremer and the Solomonid faith, a testament to their unwavering devotion, courage, and love.
Elesis the Saint
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11974 AC
12136 AC
162 years old
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