Mara Moffet

"Mara Moffet’s the kind of woman who makes you forget what you were saying and realize you probably weren’t smart enough to say it in the first place. She’s all beauty and brains, with a tongue sharp enough to carve stone—and she’ll use it too, if you step out of line. You’d think someone like her would play coy, but Mara doesn’t dance around a point; she drives it home, usually right where it hurts. And if you’re lucky, she might even be kind enough to call it a lesson."

Sorek Redmarch

Mara Moffet

Born: 1207 Current Year: 1230
Height: 5'8" Weight: 130 lbs
Affiliation: Kingdom of Gorundia Profession: Wizard (Generalist)
Mara Moffet is a wizard of moderate power, a rarity in Gorundia, where magic users are few and far between. Rather than pursuing personal ambitions or a quiet life of study, Mara chose to concentrate on her gift, using it on behalf of the kingdom as a whole. Her abilities have earned her a strong working relationship with the court archmage, Milo, and the king's personal wizard, Sapphire Flame. Privately, Mara believes she could replace Sapphire Flame and one day ascend to the position of court archmage herself.

"Ambition isn’t greed; it’s the realization of potential. And I intend to realize mine."

Relationships and Aspirations

Mara has found herself drawn to Ouro Ohotnik, initially attracted by his subtle power and the restraint he exercises despite it. Over time, she has become intrigued by the kind heart he hides beneath layers of control and detachment. This has led her to take their relationship seriously, though not without hesitation and trepidation. Trusting others has never come easily to her, especially those whose depths she cannot fully read.

"Power without restraint is chaos. But restraint without purpose? That’s just wasted potential."

In addition to her personal connections, Mara has taken on an uncharacteristically motherly role in guiding Ari's magical education. She is stern but nurturing, seeing great potential in her pupil and striving to ensure Ari achieves it without falling into the pitfalls so many mages face. Though her sharp tongue sometimes causes friction, her guidance has proven invaluable to those under her care.

Reputation and Personality

Mara is renowned as one of the kingdom’s great beauties, but her sharp wit and sharper tongue have earned her as many wary admirers as they have allies. Unlike many maesters of Gorundia, who pride themselves on subtlety, Mara does not shy away from speaking her mind, even when it might be wiser to hold her tongue. Her political acumen is undeniable, but she harbors a deep distaste for the endless scheming of court life. Fortunately, her position as a mage often allows her to remain distanced from the worst of it.

"The court plays its games, and we mages play ours. The difference is, our games actually matter."

Skills and Style

Mara is a skilled practitioner of the magical arts, though she has chosen to remain a generalist rather than specializing in a single school of magic. This versatility has made her a valuable asset to the kingdom, capable of adapting to a wide range of challenges and crises. Her style of magic is precise and deliberate, reflecting her belief that power should always be wielded with care and intention.
Though Mara excels in the political game, her heart remains tied to her magic, and she often views the intrigues of court life as distractions from her true calling. Nevertheless, she recognizes the importance of navigating these waters, as her aspirations to replace Sapphire Flame and potentially become archmage require her to engage in the very games she dislikes.
Mara Moffet stands as a testament to the balance between ambition and responsibility, intellect and emotion. Her journey is far from over, but one thing is certain: wherever her path leads, she will walk it with purpose and power.