Parlynval

== Overview ==
The Honoured Parlynval was the keeper of Kontu'tala and the Celebrant of C'thardjia, known for being the marriage officiant for many Royal Weddings. Throughout her long life, Val pledged to protect Kontu'tala, the tower of knowledge, and preserve the documents held there. As C'thardjia had no dominant religion, non-religious C'thardji were married by a Celebrant appointed by the Queen or King. Parlynval's dedication to Kontu'tala earned her the position of Celebrant of C'thardjia. 
Val lived to be 112, one of the oldest C'thardji to ever live. After her death, Prince Tr'cupen began moving all the records held at Kontu'tala to Tr'caselle to ensure they remained protected. It was fortunate he did as, in 293 AG, Kontu'tala was destroyed by Ori Sao raiders.
== Biography ==
=== Early life (176-195) ===
Parlynval was born on February 16th, 176 AG to successful merchants of Cemdalla, providing her with the privilege of education. At age 4, she was present during the newly anointed Duchess Ch'mazi's visit to Cemdalla as apart of her tour of C'thardjia. From that point on she became obsessed with the royal family. 
By age 14 'Val', as she came to be known, had enrolled in the University of C'thardjia, where she studied culture and history. She found it tough to make friends though was content with her own company. She excelled in her studies and following university begun an apprenticeship at Kontu'tala - the Tower of Knowledge. Whilst she was first tasked with basic organisation, she soon found herself assisting Kenvua, the Keeper of Kontu'tala, with his more vital duties.
=== Keeper of Kontu'tala (195-198) ===
Proud of her dedication to Kontu'tala, Kenvua asked if Val would be interested in succeeding him. He had long been seeking a replacement as he was nearing his seventies and wanted to be prepared. Val graciously accepted and a meeting was arranged with Duchess Ch'mazi to make the appointment official. Val had long dreamed of meeting the Duchess and soon it would be so. Later that month, she travelled with Kenvau and her parents to Ch'caselle. Her meeting with Mazi went well as the Duchess commented on Val's obvious enthusiasm and commitment to protecting the tower. Val was introduced to members of Mazi's council and household and stayed for several days to enjoy the luxuries of being hosted by the ruling family.
As Keeper of Kontu'tala, Val first wished to expand the knowledge of the tower by travelling across C'thardjia, visiting ancient locations and meeting various peoples. One notable encounter was with the C'thardjia Separatist Movement; an ancient yet long ridiculed political group that opposed the idea of a ruling family. Despite finding herself at complete odds against the group, Val remained professional and wished to document the ideas of the often ignored movement. In her time spent with the group, Val grew close to one member, a young woman named Meela. The pair soon found themselves in a romantic relationship despite their differing opinions.
=== Discovering the truth of Ch'clan (199) ===
By 199 AG, Val's relationship with Meela saw her gaining the trust of the separatists and, understanding her devotion to truth and knowledge, they begun expounding the truth of Ch'clan's origins. In short, Ch'trellia was able to negotiate her rule over C'thardjia with the help of the powerful Clan Kazadi. It was believed that Ch'clan of Ch'caselle were in actuality just puppets of Clan Kazadi. Turning C'thardjia into a pacifist matriarchy, under their rule, was potentially beneficial to Clan Kazadi's future. The separatists wished for Val to document their findings to ensure the truth remained alive, however advised caution around the ruling family. Val was shocked to hear of these dealings but struggled most with believing Mazi was apart of this plot. Against the wishes of the separatists, Val planned to speak to Mazi of this truth.
Upon arriving at Ch'caselle, Val was informed Mazi was currently preoccupied and that she was to wait. Val decided to visit the library and it was here she was met by the former Duchess Ch'trellia. Immediately, Trellia threatened Val with taking away everything her family had given her if she spoke to anyone of these 'ludicrous claims'. She even warned Val that Meela could be in danger if she didn't keep her mouth shut. Val had been careful to keep her relationship with Meela private outside of the separatists, and so Trellia's words terrified her. Lastly, Trellia explained how Val was actually meeting Mazi as she planned to invite her to be Celebrant of C'thardjia. Val was now a pawn of Ch'clan and on a larger scale, the machinations of Clan Kazadi.
Just as Trellia had explained, Mazi asked for Val to take over the responsibilities of the Celebrant of C'thardjia. She understood it was a lot to take on but spoke of a great trust and belief in Val's abilities. Val kept her cool as she both spoke with Mazi and attempted to work out whether she was aware of this great plot. Her conclusions led her to be confident Mazi was either a brilliant liar or blissfully unaware of what had taken place that day.
=== Celebrant of C'thardjia and The Uprootings (199-202) ===
== Weddings Officiated ==
* Wedding of Queen Tr'cyllia and Regior G'orlon
* Wedding of Princess Tr'callie and Sir Serfrey
*Wedding of Princess Tr'ellia and Rh'badu
**In secret then once again falsely in public
* Wedding of Princess Tr'eulie and Bhn'marv 
** Later annulled their marriage
* Wedding of Queen Tr'millian and Ar'tharg
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