S - Balama Marivaldi

In the grand Kingdom of Meridian on Sethrophos, where devotion to the Sphinx Goddess Argia reigns supreme, lives Balama Marivaldi, a human cleric of exceptional beauty. At 29 years old, she possesses a captivating presence, with fair skin, gray eyes, and flowing blond hair. Petite at 4'10" and weighing 100 pounds, her charisma and persuasive nature make her a natural leader, capable of rallying others with her forceful yet inspiring words.
Balama's path to becoming a cleric of the Twilight Domain was marked by deep faith and personal revelation. A pilgrimage led her to the ancient temple of Argia, where her destiny was sealed. She carries a precious keepsake, a scroll detailing how to rid the world of necromancers, a testament to her commitment to her faith. Despite her persuasive nature, she can be somewhat absentminded and oblivious, contrasting sharply with her charismatic leadership. Balama is not just a cleric; she is the head of The Lotus Vale, a sacred garden in Meridian City where black lotuses are grown. This garden, tended by the Clerics of Argia, symbolizes purity and devotion. Her role as head gardener reflects her humble beginnings and her connection to the land and its people.
Her life has been marked by significant events: born on a ship, abandoned by her parents, and raised in an encampment. Despite a wealthy family background, she experienced ordinary childhood struggles. Her older brother, Umbero, a successful soldier, shares a friendly relationship with her. She was once injured by a spell and lost all her possessions in a disaster, forcing her to rebuild her life from scratch as a Priestess. Balama’s fierce temper and occasional slurring of words add complexity to her character. Though she values community and protection, she harbors a secret: she believes the gods are nothing more than ultrapowerful mortal creatures. This heretical thought could place her at odds with the Church of Epaiketa.
In summary, Balama Marivaldi is a woman of contrasts: devout yet heretical in thought, charismatic yet absentminded, a leader with a fierce temper, and a protector with a secret past. Her life in Meridian, under the divine judgment of Argia, is woven with faith, duty, and hidden truths, making her a compelling and multifaceted character in the world of Sethrophos.