The O'Crowley Family of Baile

## History

The formerly relatively wealthy and influential Crowley family fell from their hard fought comfort under the laissez-faire rule of former head of the family, Callahan Crowley. Lavish parties and extravagant feasts steadily drained the treasury as the young lord's rude manor and love for nothing but whoring tarnished the once proud Crowley name. It was all but a certainty that the Cuinn or Floinn family would soon crush this lower family back down into the dirt from which they had long since pulled themselves from until the sudden, strange death of Callahan and rise of Natanael Crowley, the late family head’s cousin.

Natanael was never meant to be a lord, an unsavoury sight that had seen brief bouts of warfare and education on average with any noble, yet he was not raised to be a lord and such he was not meant to be a lord.

Rumours surround the rise of Natanael, most likely fueled by his looks and dermenor, but his actions since do not help the case that slowly reveals itself against Natanael and his cousins tragic unexpected guest.

#### Member of the Family

Natanael Crowley- 6ft tall. Short, dirty blonde, unkempt hair. 5 o’clock shadow. Deep set, penetrating gray eyes. When not looking directly at you seems distant. Heavy features, but rounded by body fat. Has very bad acne-scarring on his cheeks. Strong, stocky build. Usually wears simple, official suits. Has one silver ring with an emerald. Hates the cold and keeps everywhere super warm, the only cost he really affords.

Aine Crowley (Wife of Nataneal) - Aine is the youngest of three sisters. An ambitious lady, when she was young she dreaded the prospect of being married off to a second-rate household. Now she enjoys her life as a Lady perhaps a bit too much, having a shaky relationship with her sisters and father who never expected her to hold such a position. She suspects, no, is almost certain there is jealousy involved. Aoife Crowley- Being a first, Aoife was always pushed to achieve more. This evolved into a very intelligent and well-read person, although seeming closed-off to people and experiences outside the realm of comfort. A natural born lady, she was exceptional as a speaker and representative of the house and is beloved by the common folk. Myrna Crowley- The second child of the Crowleys, Myrna, proved from a young age to be a very capable rider and fencer. She sees her father as an idol and always strives to gain his approval. Perhaps his favourite daughter, she would always be given the opportunities she seeks. To many’s disapproval, Nataniel help her rise through the military ranks, eventually letting her lead her own squad of people. Although seeming able, she has yet to prove herself on a real battlefield. She is currently on a diplomatic mission to the capital.

Callen Crowley- Callen is Crowley’s third child and oldest son. Appearance wise - he takes much from his father - the strong build, wild hair, heavy features. Although not the brightest man around, he has proven naturally talented in combat, quickly rising through the ranks due to his determination and tenacity. He has always looked up to his father and is in a good relationship with his family, apart from his sister Caitlin, because he would always take his father’s side.

Caitlin Crowley- Nataniel’s fifth child and third daughter, Caitlin, is also his most problematic child. Strong willed and independent, she would never recognize authority, which often infuriated her father. Although in good relationships with her siblings and especially her younger sister Quin, her relationship with her father is strained. Despite his best efforts to keep her to books and many hired teachers, she would always manage to get by with minimal effort and disappear into the wilds at the first chance possible. What she does there is a mystery to Nataniel, although she was once caught stealing a bow from the armory. Nataniel further suspects there is might be a relationship she isn’t telling him about.

Devan Crowley- Recognizing Devan’s keen mind from a young age, Nataniel quickly took him under his wind go train him in the art of governance and politics. Nataniel considers him as his successor, despite being the younger brother. This to some extent makes Callen jealous, though he does not express it. Devan recognizes this and feels slightly guilty, yet he also recognizes it is also the correct choice. The only hurdle he has had with his father is the fact that he loves Aideen Mahon, the daughter of Lord Mahon, who outright despises the Crowleys.

Quin Crowley-  Quin is the youngest child of the Crowley family, still in her teens. Growing up she suffered a bad illness which left her sickly and ill for most of her childhood. She is a quiet, reserved girl, who dutifully tends to her studies, but she would often join Caitlin on her journeys to the forest, to her father’s disapproval. The strained relationship between her parents and Caitlin hurts her deeply and often bring her to tears as she does not understand the feud between them. Nataniel is worried she might take after her older sister. He is furthermore often worried about her health and makes sure he hires the most capable healers for his household.

Callahan Crowley Deceased

Bartemus Crowley Deceased (Father of Natanael)

Finnegan Crowley Deceased (Former head of family, Father of Callahan)

#### Relations

O Floinn- 5/10

Griffith- 3/10

O Cuinn- 5/10

Borin- 9/10

Mahon- 1/10

Roche- 2/10

Radden- 2/10

Brin- 8/10

#### Council

Spy Master- Awnan Carr- Perhaps the most trusted advisor of the Crowleys’, Awnan has been Nataniel’s right hand man for decades. Instrumental to Nataniel’s rise to power, Awnan currently sits comfortably on the advisors’ table primarily focusing relations to other houses and nobility. Unbeknownst to most aside from Garren and Aine, Awnan heads  a circle of spies, which help him understand the dealings of their friends and competitors alike

Military commander- Garren Connolly- Advisor for all things military, Garren has seen a lifetime of battle and would change none of it. A childhood friend of Nataniel and Awnan, he is fairly comfortable following orders, but is also very direct. He would not mince words, but state everything as it seems to him, sometimes risking offence. For this reason he would often be excluded from diplomatic talks with other nobility, but he is all the more happy for it. Leave the politics to Carr and Crowley, Garren will do the dirty work.

Legal advisor- Eamon Dunne- A scholar all his life, Eamon Dunne taught and studied at one of the great universities of Orale (though does not disclose which one). He then joined the advisory table of house Griffith, yet this resulted in years of disagreements with the lord. Eamon saw him as weak and unable to act, whereas Griffith saw Eamon as arrogant, self-assured and outright offensive. This eventually led to him leaving house Griffith. He planned on returning to his studies, yet that plan was put on hold due to a curious summons. Crowley knew through Awnan’s spies about the small feud and quickly worked to get Eamon on his side. His angry outbursts, abrasive and arrogant nature did not bother Crowley, as he saw him as a valuable asset, appointing him as a legal advisor.

Economic advisor- Duan Healy- Duan Healy comes from the far away land of Sanoha. He was born and raised in a family of merchants and was always seen as the one to inherit the business. He did not agree with that and decided to seek more, so he started traveling. Eventually he reached Baile, and the O’Crowley’s who were at the time in a crisis. He offered his services to the lord, who was suspicious at first. Yet, after almost single handedly solving the crisis, Crowley grew a liking to the foreigner. They both saw potential in a mutual relationship and started working together. Eventually Nataniel would appoint him as financial advisor. Duan sees possibilities where others do not. Being a foreigner who quickly rose to such an important position has brought him a lot of criticism from the common folk, but he does not mind.

Court Wizard- Cayleen Boyle- an arrogant, proud wizard, who met Crowley by chance. Disliked by her peers for her unconventional methods and ethically questionable research, she carried a bad name, which stopped her from landing an advisory role in many noble houses. When she met Crowley, there was an instant recognition of abilities and mutual respect. Although disliked by the common folk, she does not make many public appearances instead opting to surround herself with nobility, lavishness and high class.

#### History

Nataniel Crowley was never meant to be a lord, so he made himself one. Born among nobility, he was the son of Bartemus Crowley and nephew to lord Finnegan Crowley, the head of the family. Lord Finnegan was a smart man who worked hard to create ties of power for the house of Crowley. Sadly, after his untimely death, the title went to his son Callahan Crowley who was then still young and inexperienced. Drunk on the wealth and power that had come in his possession, Callahan quickly started to erode everything his father had worked for. His lavish parties and extravagances steadily drained the treasury and his love of whores strained the delicate alliances his father had established.

In his youth, Nataniel was a strong fighter and a bright kid, but he never made many friends. He trained hard under his uncle’s watchful eye and exhibited great interest in the court dealings. Often laughed at due to his acne-scarred cheeks and oafish build, he focused on books and information, dutifully fulfilling his role as an advisor to the lord. After seeing the direction Callahan was steering his whole house in and weighing his options, Nataniel knew he had to act. Callahan was not fit to be a lord. He was just a spoiled brat with enough intellect to destroy a house, but not to build one. After months of planning, he began slowly and methodically administering small doses of (a poison, something that works like lead poisoning). Over the next few years, Callahan’s health deteriorated and the many visits from doctors from around the realm proved fruitless. His body was giving up and nobody knew why. Nataniel spent a year closely taking care of his now bedridden cousin. Catering to his every whim and governing the lands in his absence. After Callahan’s death, he took over as the new lord of (place) and started slowly rebuilding the honour of his house with an iron fist. Being and ambitious man, nothing would stand in the way of his goals.