Lady Gale

Physical Description

General Physical Condition

Lady Gale boasts an imposing warforged form, standing over six feet tall with a body composed of a seamless blend of dark steel and etched stone. Her visage, where once soft features lay, is now an intricate mask of metallic elegance with glowing arcane runes tracing across her surface. Her warforged body resembles elegant armor rather than a simple construct, with flowing lines and meticulous craftsmanship. She wears long, hooded robes, often of a deep burgundy hue, that obscure her mechanical frame when she desires to blend with the shadows.

Mental characteristics

Personal history

Lady Gale, a name whispered in the hallowed halls of Syom’skit-Ngthefl, stood as a testament to the resilience and sacrifice woven into the tragic tapestry of the The 72 Gaelics. Born amidst the enchanting landscapes of the city-state, Lady Gale's early years were marked by an insatiable curiosity and a natural affinity for magic. Her lineage traced back to a long line of revered gnomes, each contributing to the city's rich history.

As the looming threat of Mecha cast a shadow over Syom’skit-Ngthefl, Lady Gale's life took an unexpected turn. The city, besieged and on the verge of surrender, sought a desperate solution to the encroaching doom. In a twist of fate, Lady Gale found herself among the chosen, handpicked by the magical elite to be part of the elite unit that would bear the weight of the city's salvation.
The magical ritual that followed was shrouded in secrecy, the details shared only with those deemed worthy. Lady Gale, alongside her comrades, willingly embraced the perilous journey that awaited them. The decision to bind their souls to constructs, though presented as a means of empowerment, carried an irreversible consequence unbeknownst to the warriors. In the dark recesses of the arcane, a third of the unit faced obliteration as their souls were consumed in the ethereal melding with the war machines.
Lady Gale, resilient and determined, emerged among the survivors of the ritual. Her spirit, now entwined with a majestic war machine, radiated an otherworldly aura. Together with the remaining 45, Lady Gale and her comrades became the formidable force known as The 72 Gaelics, destined to confront the mechanical menace of Mecha.
The conflict unfolded with ferocity, and Lady Gale's magical prowess became a beacon of hope for Syom’skit-Ngthefl. Yet, the toll on the Gaelics was heavy, and only 17 endured the grueling battle that culminated in a stalemate. The return to the city, however, was far from triumphant. The absence of a hero's welcome greeted Lady Gale and her companions, replaced by a haunting silence that spoke of the city's unspoken guilt.
The revelation that their return to mortal bodies was impossible struck Lady Gale and her comrades like a thunderclap. The leaders, finally forced to confess the irreversible nature of the soul-binding ritual, delivered the news with a heavy heart. The weight of their sacrifice, the loss of a third of their brethren, and the knowledge that they could never return to their former selves cast a somber veil over the Gaelics.
Amidst the collective despair, Lady Gale emerged as a pillar of strength. Her resolve unwavering, she stood by Dandelo, the leader of the unit, as he confronted the city's leaders. In the aftermath of the revelation, one of the '72' descended into madness, wreaking havoc upon the royal palace before meeting its own destruction. Lady Gale, with a heavy heart, witnessed the chaos that unfolded, grappling with the consequences of the city's desperate gamble.
Dandelo, a leader burdened by rage and betrayal, issued a solemn warning to the city. The Gaelics would no longer be the protectors they once were; they would depart on their own accord, leaving behind a city haunted by the choices made in the crucible of war. Lady Gale, torn between loyalty to her people and the weight of her own sacrifice, stood steadfast by Dandelo's side as the remaining 16 Gaelics left Syom’skit-Ngthefl.
The subsequent journey saw Lady Gale and her comrades scattering to the winds, each pursuing their own whims and quests for purpose. Lady Gale, however, remained connected to Dandelo, forging a bond that surpassed the ethereal link with the war machine. In the solitude of their travels, she became both a confidante and a source of solace for Dandelo, the two sharing the burden of leadership and the weight of their shared destiny.
Lady Gale's journey took her to diverse lands, where the echoes of the past intertwined with the present. Her magical prowess, once a beacon of hope for Syom’skit-Ngthefl, now became a testament to the resilience of the Gaelics. As they navigated the realms beyond their city, Lady Gale's presence, marked by both elegance and strength, left an indelible mark on the lands they encountered.

Intellectual Characteristics

Lady Gale is a blend of soft-spoken intellect and steely determination. She displays a calm, composed demeanor, but her eyes, glowing like embers, betray a well of emotions and burning curiosity. She speaks with precision and acts with purpose, driven by her quest for knowledge and her desire to reclaim her lost humanity. Her manner is courtly, reflecting her noble upbringing, but there is an edge of otherworldliness to her that can be unsettling.