Stakanvodi, Natasha (1317)

# **Natasha Stakanvodi**

Natasha Aveline

Gerald Aveline

Nozdrina Zivan

Roman Aveline

*Noble, Merchant*

Natasha Stakanvodi, the adopted daughter of Borjan and Olga Stakanvodi, emerges from the lineage of a branch family in service to the Krepki family—a minor Prince House under the Grand Prince family of Vetzer. Her life narrative, woven with tragedy and resilience, unfolds as a testament to her indomitable spirit.

Born in 1317 as the illegitimate child of Anatoliy (Tolya) Krepki in Novos, Natasha faced the cruel fate of abandonment to the Ghoul Lands by her own father. However, Borjan, a humble servant of the Prince’s house, intervened, adopting Natasha into the Stakanvodi family and saving her from an early demise.

Natasha's early education, though modest, was shared with her brothers Doko and Boris. Her sister Mirka, chosen by the Chapel of Lumin, received a more comprehensive education, and whenever possible, she imparted knowledge to Natasha and her brothers. Despite limited resources, Natasha ventured into trade, eventually becoming a skilled merchant.

Her siblings and her are

* 1316: Doko Stakanvodi
* 1317: Natasha Stakanvodi is born and adopted
* 1317: Boris Stakanvodi
* 1318: Mirka Stakanvodi

The political trajectory of Natasha's life took shape in 1332 when she entered into a union with Raymond Leclair, a marriage born out of political necessity. While it granted Natasha financial freedom, Raymond's irresponsible lifestyle strained the relationship. The birth of their son, Edmond, in 1333, brought both joy and sorrow as the child succumbed to illness during a tragic convoy journey in 1334. Raymond, fatally wounded in the same year, never learned of Edmond's fate.

In 1335, Natasha married Miran Zivan, a trader from the powerful family of Drachenatem. This union expanded her market reach and connected her to the lower courts of Drachenatem, resulting in the birth of two children, Vladen (1337) and Nozdrina (1338).

Vladen, born in 1337, immersed himself in the brutal world of the fighting pits, becoming a skilled fighter and earning popularity among spectators. Nozdrina, born in 1338, pursued education with a focus on studying under the Chapel of Lumin, Church of Lumin, and the Order of the Pure Flame during their travels. Her popularity and dedication to learning set her apart.

Tragedy struck again when Miran went missing during a routine journey in 1344, later discovered among the Ghouls. Natasha faced the loss of her husband with stern resilience. Over time, she emerged as a resourceful trader, gaining the attention of Victorovich Krepki, known as the Tooth of Ice, supplying him with medicinal herbs, particularly Veridium Bloom, in exchange for training rights and resources for her son, Vladen.

In 1347, Natasha met a Judge from the Church of Lumin, Gerald Aveline. They became companions on her trade convoy, journeying through the staggering Ghoul Lands. They were wed before the end of 1347, and Gerald, a keen and insightful man, accepted Vladen and Nozdrinal as his own. In 1348, Natasha took a year off to live in the former Leclair holdings outside of Ciel when she had Roman. She entrusted a touch of his care to his older brothers and returned to her trade route in 1349.

She has had four children:

* 1333: Edmond Leclair (Dead)
* 1337: Vladin Zivan
* 1338: Nozdrina Zivan
* 1348: Roman Aveline

The Eighth Ghoul War brought further challenges. Natasha, while not directly engaged in battles, war profiteered and witnessed the toll it took on her family and community. Boris, her brother, changed profoundly after Gerald Aveline's death at the Battle of Ill-Wood.

The Second Battle of Ill-Wood during the Eighth Ghoul War involved the Stakanvodi and Krepki families dispatching men to partake in the conflict. The war lasted two years, leaving deep scars on Natasha and those around her.

In 1364, with Severus Bellamie the Third named Consecrator, Mirka elected to join him, and Prince Chirkash Krepki funded Natasha’s journey to join them in the Kingdom of Luminor. Natasha, aged forty-seven and thrice widowed, brings with her the scars of war and a determination to face the challenges ahead with resilience. Her three sons, Vladen, Nozdrina, and Roman, all join her on this endeavor.

## At  Ciel

Going by the name Natasha Aveline she first met with Sieghardt Siegfried of the Imperial Bloodline, he was clearly not impolite, but was attempting to use her to further the interests of his people.  She retorted a counter offer that unknowingly to her assured her some level of servantry from several verters and a unit of hunds waiting to join upon departure.

She was rather swiftly introduced via Matthias HIbou to her consecrator, Severus Bellamie the Third.  The two had a quick and reasonable friendship, sharing visions and insights into what the opportunity meant.  Natasha felt like she was giving up far less than the others, and thus had a much clearer head than everyone else.

Soon came the Mazar and the Allard families waiting in the Grove, their presence didn’t fill anyone with much hope or excitement but they both seemed loyal.  Warden Perdu made his appearance to help guide the spirituality of the group.  He took questions and showed them the Inner Grove, a place reserved only for the most venerated and only open for the most remarkable of moments.  Here was Sylvan Selena.

Tone-deaf, socially inept, and at best unintentionally rude, Perdu called him a burden, and in turn he was clear he had never been outside of the Owl Plaza Courtyard.  He got on to a bad impression with most of the group, mimicking, laughing, and teasing.  He found himself hugging Natasha for a lot longer than expected, functionally being adopted.

Natasha seems more annoyed than anything that it is taking so long for everything to happen, she is ready and waiting.