Delara Swiftshadow

Ancestry: Elf
Occupation: Head Enforcer of the Darkeyes Thieves' Guild

"In shadows we trust, and in silence we speak. Our blades are as swift as our secrets are deep."

— Delara Swiftshadow, Elf Assassin of the Darkeyes Thieves' Guild

Appearance

Delara is an elf of striking beauty and lethal grace. She has sharp, angular features, with piercing green eyes that seem to see through shadows. Her long, silver hair is often tied back in a practical braid. She moves with a fluidity and silence that belies her deadly skills. Delara is usually clad in dark leather armor that blends seamlessly with the night, and her presence is often marked by a faint, mysterious fragrance.

Personality

Delara is enigmatic and composed, displaying a cool demeanor that rarely betrays her thoughts. She is fiercely loyal to the Darkeyes Thieves’ Guild and its ideals, embodying a sense of honor amongst thieves. Delara is known for her stern but fair approach to discipline within the guild. She speaks softly, yet her words carry weight and command respect.

Background

Raised in the elven forests, Delara was trained in the arts of stealth and combat from a young age. Her talents caught the attention of the Darkeyes Thieves’ Guild, and she quickly rose through the ranks due to her exceptional abilities and strategic mind. Delara’s past is shrouded in mystery, and she speaks little of her life before joining the guild.

Skills

Delara is a master assassin, proficient in various forms of combat. She is particularly skilled with a pair of slender, razor-sharp daggers that she wields with deadly precision. Her elven heritage grants her excellent vision and an affinity for moving silently. She is also adept in gathering intelligence and executing complex plans.

Role in the Guild

As the head enforcer, Delara is responsible for maintaining order and discipline within the guild. She deals with disloyal members and external threats with a swift and decisive hand. Her reputation for being both just and merciless keeps the guild members in line. Delara is also involved in strategic planning for the guild’s operations, particularly those that require a subtle or direct approach.

"May the shadows forgive me, for I have betrayed their embrace."

— Last words of a guild member judged by Delara Swiftshadow.

Reputation

Within the guild, Delara is both respected and feared. Her abilities as an assassin are legendary, and her commitment to the guild’s cause is unquestioned. Outside the guild, her reputation is that of a shadow – known by many but seen by few. Her name is whispered in the underworld, often as a warning or a tale of caution.

Motivations

Delara is driven by a sense of purpose and loyalty to the guild. She believes in the necessity of the guild’s existence in balancing the power dynamics of Eastdale. Her actions, though sometimes ruthless, are guided by a code that values the guild’s prosperity and survival.

Aligned Organization

Dark Eyes - Thieves Guild