Maiden

Taystren Maiden

The Maiden is an attractive human female who serves as the Taystern of Loviatar, operating the Temple of Painful Pleasures in Waterdeep. Her long, flowing black hair frames her face, and her striking features exude an aura of power and confidence. Her piercing gaze seems to look deep into the soul of those who seek her guidance.
As a devout follower of Loviatar, the Maiden is dedicated to the worship of pain and suffering. She uses her whip of compliance, a fearsome weapon crackling with dark energy, to push those who come to her seeking the embrace of pain to their limits. She is highly skilled at reading the desires of those who come to her, knowing exactly how to push them to the edge of their pain tolerance without causing lasting harm.
Despite her imposing presence, the Maiden is known for her ability to exude a certain charm and magnetism, drawing those around her to her teachings. She is seen as a master of her craft, offering guidance and support to those who are willing to submit to her teachings. Her followers see her as a wise mentor, leading them on a journey of self-discovery through the embrace of pain and suffering.
Though her methods may seem harsh to outsiders, to those who come seeking the embrace of Loviatar's faith, the Maiden is seen as a guide and a conduit to greater understanding of oneself and the world. Those who are brave enough to endure her teachings often come out stronger, more focused, and with a renewed appreciation for the power of pain.

Mental characteristics

Personal history

The Maiden's personal history is one of cunning, ambition, and unwavering devotion to Loviatar. She was born into a family of merchants in Waterdeep, but even as a young girl, she felt drawn to the darker aspects of life. She would spend hours reading books on torture and execution, fascinated by the pain and suffering inflicted upon others.
As she grew older, the Maiden began to understand that her fascination with pain and suffering was not just a passing phase, but a calling. She devoted herself to the worship of Loviatar, learning all she could about the goddess's teachings and the use of pain as a tool for self-discovery.
Over time, the Maiden became a skilled practitioner of Loviatan worship, mastering the use of the whip of compliance and becoming known throughout Waterdeep as a powerful guide for those seeking to explore the mysteries of pain.
As her reputation grew, the Maiden began to make strategic alliances with others in positions of power, using her charm and her understanding of people's desires to manipulate them to her advantage. She took on various roles within the temple of Loviatar, using each one as an opportunity to gain more influence and control.
When the previous Taystern of Loviatar passed away, the Maiden was ready to make her move. She had spent years carefully cultivating her image and building her power base, and she was confident that she could take control of the temple and become the new Taystern.
Through a combination of charisma, cunning, and sheer force of will, the Maiden ruthlessly maneuvered her way to the top of the temple hierarchy, becoming the Taystern of Loviatar in Waterdeep. She rules over the temple with an iron fist, pushing those who seek her guidance to their limits and using her power to further her own interests and those of Loviatar.
Despite her ruthless tactics, the Maiden remains a dedicated servant of Loviatar, believing that the goddess's teachings are the only true path to self-discovery and enlightenment.