Æthelburh
Abbess Æthelburh Æthelberhtsdohtor
Æthelburh is a statuesque woman in her mid-thirties, with a regal poise that commands attention.
Her long, auburn hair is pulled back in an elegant braid that accentuates the sharp angles of her face, framing eyes that seem to gaze through the very soul of those they meet. A thin line of freckles dusts the bridge of her nose, hinting at her youth spent in the countryside.
Her attire is austere yet elegant, adorned with subtle threads of silver that signify her royal lineage. As an abbess, she wears a fine-woven, habit that contrasts with her pale skin. A silver crucifix hangs around her neck, a constant reminder of her religious convictions.
Despite the gravity of her situation, her posture exudes a sense of calm and unshakeable resolve.
Æthelburh is a beacon of unwavering faith and courage in a tumultuous time. Her dedication to Catholicism is not just a matter of duty but a deep, personal conviction that fuels her every action.
Having faced the loss of her husband, Cyning Edwin, and the precarious fate of her children, she has hardened herself to fear and danger.
As the abbess of Lyminge Abbey, she is a compassionate leader, guiding her sisters with wisdom and strength. Her words are measured, her tone firm yet kind. She is a master of diplomacy, navigating the treacherous waters of political intrigue with grace.
However, beneath her serene exterior lies a fierce protective instinct. Æthelburh is sharp-witted and strategic, using her intellect to safeguard her children and the future of her faith.
Her greatest fear is the destruction of all she holds dear by those who would see the old gods restored to power.
Her children with Edwin are Eanflæd, Ethelhun, Wuscfrea and Edwen.
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