Lady Lmag

Mayor

Lady Lmag, formerly a high priestess of the Elder Elemental God, now serves as the enigmatic leader of Nulb, a notorious village on the fringes of the Verbobonc, Viscounty. Her transition from chaotic evil clergy to a lawful mayor of a lawless town paints a complex picture of ambition, adaptation, and cunning. This article explores her public persona, underpinned by a relentless pursuit of power hidden beneath a veneer of civil leadership.

Physical Description

• Appearance: Lady Lmag is a figure of stern beauty, often robed in garments that blend ceremonial intricacy with practicality. Her presence is commanding, with a piercing gaze and a poised, statuesque posture.
• Symbols: She is frequently seen bearing the symbol of a black raven on a white field, a remnant of her past affiliations and a sign of her new magical allegiances.

Background

• Origins: Once a devout servant of the Elder Elemental God, Lmag's fall from clerical power pushed her towards the arcane arts. Her discovery of Asmoroth's hidden chamber and subsequent self-taught sorcery marks her transformation from a priestess to a magus.
• Rise to Power: Post the temple's fall, Lmag chose Nulb as her domain, quickly establishing control and asserting herself as the village leader.

Motivation

• Quest for Power: Publicly, Lmag portrays her leadership as a stabilizing force for Nulb, ensuring the village remains a crucial node in regional trade and smuggling routes. Privately, she harbors ambitions of expanding her dominion, possibly eyeing the broader lands of the Viscounty.
• Strategic Control: Her support for the remnants of the Temple of Elemental Evil is strategic, aimed at leveraging their resources and influence to bolster her own position.

"Nulb could be more than just a haven for outcasts; it could be a bastion if guided by the right vision."

Personality

• Public Persona: To the public, Lmag is a figure of resilience and calculated authority, often seen as the necessary guardian of Nulb’s chaotic harmony. She exudes a charm that belies her ruthless enforcement of her rules.
• Private Disposition: In private, Lmag is fiercely intelligent, ambitious, and occasionally ruthless. She harbors a deep-seated bitterness towards those who led to the downfall of her temple and a pragmatic willingness to use former enemies as stepping stones.

Political Relationships

• Viscount Wilfrick: Lmag maintains a delicate relationship with Viscount Wilfrick Revepaix, marked by mutual suspicion and begrudging respect. Her disdain for his recent military decisions—specifically, the withdrawal of the Mounted Borderers—colors her interactions with the Viscounty's politics.
• Bandit and Pirate Dynamics: While publicly condemning the bandit and pirate activities that plague Nulb, Lmag subtly manipulates these groups to maintain her control over the village and to keep the regional powers off-balance.

"Viscount Wilfrick's withdrawal of the Mounted Borderers is a short-sighted move that endangers us all."

Key Political Maneuvers

• Control of Trade: She ensures Nulb remains indispensable in illegal trade networks, balancing between too much chaos and excessive order.
• Military Strategy: The reduction in official military presence has allowed her to position herself as the primary protector of Nulb, further solidifying her power.

Sir Pale Anders

The Cornerstone of Lady Lmag's Rule

Integral Role in Lady Lmag’s Administration

Sir Pale Anders, as the general of Lady Lmag’s military forces, holds a pivotal position in the governance and security framework of Nulb. His strategic importance cannot be overstated, as he effectively serves as the linchpin between Lady Lmag’s decrees and their execution.

• Strategic Advisor: Sir Pale is not only a commander but also a trusted advisor to Lady Lmag. His insights and recommendations on military and security matters are invaluable, helping to shape the defensive strategies that keep Nulb stable.
• Enforcer of Will: As the general, Sir Pale ensures that all of Lady Lmag’s directives are implemented efficiently across Nulb. His role is critical in translating her strategic vision into actionable tasks that maintain order and authority within the village.

Reliability and Dependence

Lady Lmag’s reliance on Sir Pale is profound, given his unique combination of loyalty, military prowess, and deep understanding of both the tactical and political landscapes. His steadfast nature and disciplined approach to military leadership make him indispensable in managing the often tumultuous dynamics of Nulb.

• Operational Dependability: Sir Pale’s ability to maintain discipline among the ranks and ensure the loyalty of the troops is crucial for the stability of Lmag’s rule. His leadership ensures that the military force remains a cohesive and effective unit, capable of handling internal conflicts and external threats.
• Personal Security: In addition to his broader military duties, Sir Pale plays a significant role in ensuring the personal safety of Lady Lmag. His strategic positioning of guards and his personal involvement in security details underscore his indispensable role in her personal and political life.

Conclusion

Lady Lmag's leadership of Nulb is a masterclass in duality—presenting a facade of order and stability while orchestrating the undercurrents of power and rebellion. Her evolution from a religious zealot to a political tactician reflects her adaptability and her unyielding ambition to ascend beyond her current standings. As Nulb thrives under her shadow, so too does her influence, making her one of the most formidable figures in the political landscape of Verbobonc.

Dungeon Master's Secret Dossier

The Hidden Truths of Lady Lmag

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While Lady Lmag publicly serves as the formidable and lawful leader of Nulb, her past and ongoing agendas carry deep secrets that could dramatically influence the campaign's trajectory. This section is intended for Dungeon Masters' eyes only, providing insights into her true motivations and hidden machinations that players should uncover through gameplay and investigation.

Dark Origins

• Former High Priestess: Before her reign in Nulb, Lady Lmag was a high priestess of the Greater Temple, devoted to the chaotic evil Elder Elemental God. Her zeal and devotion were unmatched, shaping her into a formidable cleric with considerable power.
• Fall from Grace: After the Temple's defeat and the subsequent imprisonment of the Elder Elemental God, Lmag's powers waned significantly, stripping her of the ability to cast higher-level clerical spells.

Retreat and Adaptation

• Retreat to Nulb: Choosing survival over martyrdom, Lmag fled to Nulb post the Temple's downfall. Here, she strategically assumed control, masking her diminished powers while fostering a new base of influence.
• Discovery of Asmoroth’s Chamber: In Nulb, Lmag discovered a hidden chamber belonging to Asmoroth, a powerful archmage. The chamber contained his journals and a spell book, which Lmag has used to transition from a cleric to a self-taught mage, adopting Asmoroth's black raven banner as her new symbol.

Ambitions and Secret Goals

• Political Maneuvering: Publicly, Lmag’s alignment shift to a lawful demeanor is seen as a result of her role as Nulb’s leader. Secretly, it is a calculated move to consolidate power and manipulate those around her.
• Coveting More Power: Despite her public persona, Lmag’s ultimate ambition is to expand her dominion, possibly eyeing the entirety of the Viscounty. She maintains covert connections with the remnants of the Temple, seeing them as a means to an end—tools to amplify her authority and reach.

Dealing with the Elder Elemental God

• Renounced Worship: Lmag publicly denounces her former deity, the Elder Elemental God. She vows never to worship it again, fearing the deity's retribution against those who abandoned the faith.
• Preparation for the Elder God's Return: In private, Lmag is acutely aware of the potential for the Elder Elemental God's resurgence. She has contingency plans in place to either flee or fight, depending on the god's strength upon potentially regaining freedom.

Hidden Chamber and Archmage Fascination

• Obsession with Asmoroth: Lmag's fascination with Asmoroth goes beyond mere academic interest; she is captivated by his legacy and power. Her frequent visits to his chamber and contemplation over awakening his cloned body hint at deeper schemes.
• Magic as a Tool for Dominion: The arcane knowledge gleaned from Asmoroth’s artifacts has transformed Lmag into a formidable sorceress. She views this new power as essential in her quest to transcend her former clerical limitations and to secure her ambitions.

Longevity and Appearance

• Youthful Appearance: Despite being over 60 years old, Lady Lmag's use of potions of longevity allows her to appear significantly younger, around her mid-thirties. This aids her in maintaining an image of vitality and strength, important for her role as a leader.
• Physical Features: She keeps her black hair long and straight, which complements her stern and commanding presence. This choice in hairstyle further enforces her image as a timeless and unyielding figure in Nulb’s murky political landscape.

Dual Class Complexity

• Dual Class Strategy: Lmag functions as a dual-class character, meticulously balancing her progression to avoid losing experience in her cleric levels while developing her capabilities as a mage. This strategic balance showcases her cunning and tactical acumen, using her varied abilities to navigate and manipulate the complex socio-political environment of Nulb and beyond.

"A town like Nulb needs a firm hand; without it, chaos is the master."

Lady Lmag Mayor of Nulb

Level 12/7 Cleric/Magic User

• HP 64
• S9 I17 W16 D12 Co15 Ch17 Com14
• Herald: black raven symbol of Lmag on white tabards

Spells

• First level: Charm Person, Light, Magic Missile, Unseen Servant, (Enlarge), (Friends), (Identify), (Push), (Read Magic), (Sleep), (Tenser’s Floating Disk)
• Second level: Invisibility, Rope Trick, ESP, (Shatter), (Web), (Wizard Lock)
• Third level: Fireball, Fly, (Clairvoyance), (Dispel Magic), (Hold Person), (Suggestion)
• Fourth level: Polymorph Other, (Polymorph Self)

Note: Lmag has no cleric spells prepared.

Posessions

• Wand of Paralyzation (19 charges)
• Crystal Ball (clairaudience)
• Bracers of Defenselessness
• *Ring of Bird Control
• Raven Cloak
• Scrolls: Animate Dead, Dispel Magic, Enlarge, Polymorph Other, Potions: Longevity x2, dagger, Light War Horse

Stored Items

• Chain mail +2, Shield +1, Mace +1, **Sword of Earth
• Chest (Wizard Locked) containing: 210 pp, 3,588 gp, 403 ep

Alignment

Lawful evil

Species

Humans of Greyhawk

Ethnicity

Suloise Suel

Other Ethnicities/Cultures

• Oeridian Oerid

Year of Birth

544 32 Years old

Sex

female

Eyes

dark black

Hair

raven black

Height

5'5"

Quotes & Catchphrases

"While they are not ideal citizens, the bandits and pirates have their uses in keeping our enemies at bay."

Belief/Deity

Elder Elemental God

Ruled Locations

• 1. Nulb Guardhouse
• 12. Nulb Town Hall
• 19. The Rotted Barn
• Nulb

Lady Lmag icon by 3orcs

Magical Companions and Artifacts

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Raven Familiar (Captain)

• Stats: HP 4; AC 7; Special Qualities: Excellent vision.
• Role: Captain is not just a mere familiar but an extension of Lmag's will and a key asset in her surveillance and information-gathering efforts within and beyond Nulb.
• Reference: See PHB for more details on familiar capabilities.

The Ring of Raven Control

• Functionality: This ring allows Lmag to control ravens, similar to a Ring of Mammal Control but specific to ravens.
• Added Benefit: Lmag can see through the eyes of any raven under her control, providing her with unparalleled surveillance capabilities across her domain and potential areas of conquest.

The Sword of Earth

This formidable two-handed sword is a +2 weapon.

• Magical Properties: The wielder can cast Stone Shape once per day as if they are an 8th level caster, but the sword must be in contact with the stone to be shaped.
• History and Intent: Originally taken from the Temple during her escape, Lmag possesses this sword as a powerful tool and a symbol of her transition from a priestess to a sorceress. She plans to leverage this artifact as a political gift to Romag when needing a favor, showing her strategic use of magical items to build alliances and maintain power.