Vaelin Damaris
Master of the Silent Ledger Vaelin Damaris - Basara (a.k.a. The Silent Coin)
Background & Reputation
Vaelin Damaris is a man shrouded in shadows and whispers. Unlike Ellenore, whose power is evident in the gold she controls and the fleets she commands, Vaelin’s influence is far more subtle and insidious. A master manipulator, spymaster, and informant broker, he built his fortune through secrets, deception, and unseen daggers, long before he became Ellenore’s husband.
He was not born into nobility but rather rose through intelligence networks, black-market dealings, and careful alliances, eventually catching Ellenore’s attention. Some say she married him out of love, others believe it was a calculated move—either way, their union solidified BTC’s control over both the economic and intelligence spheres.
While not officially a ruler of BTC, Vaelin serves as its hidden blade. As the Master of the Silent Ledger, he controls BTC’s vast espionage network, ensuring that rivals are neutralized before they become threats and opportunities are seized before they slip away.
Personality & Skills
Calculating & Patient – Unlike Ellenore’s direct dominance, Vaelin moves in the shadows, influencing events through whispers and careful manipulation.
Unflinchingly Loyal – While many doubt whether their marriage is one of affection or strategy, none doubt that Vaelin is fiercely protective of Ellenore and their children.
Master of Disguise & Deception – He is rarely where people expect him to be, using disguises, false identities, and informants to stay several steps ahead of his enemies.
Deadly When Cornered – Though he prefers intellect over violence, Vaelin is highly trained in the art of assassination, poison, and close-quarters combat.
His Role in the Basara Trading Company
Master of the Silent Ledger – Oversees BTC’s intelligence network, ensuring BTC remains untouchable through blackmail, sabotage, and information control.
BTC’s Shield Against Internal Betrayal – No deal, no meeting, no decision is made within BTC without Vaelin knowing about it.
Ensures Ellenore’s Safety – Though she is more than capable of defending herself, Vaelin watches for unseen threats, ensuring no one gets close enough to strike.
Foreign Diplomacy & Covert Deals – Handles secret negotiations with foreign factions, smugglers, and rival organizations where public deals aren’t an option.
Relationship with His Children
Ashtar Basara (13, Tiefling Son) –
Vaelin recognizes Ashtar’s sharp mind and ambition but worries he lacks patience and subtlety.
He teaches his son how to navigate power from the shadows, ensuring he understands the value of patience and restraint.
While Ellenore grooms Ashtar to be a ruler, Vaelin ensures he understands the dangers of becoming too predictable.
"A blade in the open is met with a shield. A blade in the dark is met with nothing." – Advice to Ashtar.
Safiya Basara (7, Human Daughter) –
She is the light of his life, and he is unapologetically protective of her.
Unlike Ellenore and Ashtar, Vaelin sees something dangerous in Safiya’s natural ability to read people.
He subtly teaches her the power of words, observation, and manipulation, ensuring she learns how to control situations without ever needing to fight.
"Power isn’t about having the sharpest blade. It’s about knowing when to let others cut themselves for you." – Whispered lesson to Safiya.
Rumors & Speculation
Whispers claim Vaelin orchestrated Dahmir Basara’s assassination, ensuring Ellenore’s rise to power. He denies this, though never outright.
Some believe he has contingency plans to take control of BTC should Ellenore ever fall—though whether he would ever act on it remains uncertain.
His true origins remain a mystery, with some suggesting he was once a high-ranking informant for a foreign empire or a defector from a rival faction.
Final Thoughts
Vaelin Damaris is not a man who seeks the spotlight, but his influence over BTC is undeniable. Whether as a devoted husband, a cunning spymaster, or a hidden kingmaker, he ensures that Ellenore’s rule remains absolute—and that no threat, seen or unseen, can touch the Basara name.
Relationships
Alignment
Lawful Neutral
Current Location
Honorary & Occupational Titles
Consort to the Marquis | Master of the Silent Ledger
Age
41
Date of Birth
3rd of Udihr, 433 AEL
Birthplace
Dansker
Spouses
Marquis Ellenore Basara
(spouse)
Siblings
Children
Pronouns
He/Him
Sex
Male
Gender
Man
Presentation
Masculine
Eyes
Piercing Dark Brown Eyes
Hair
Short Raven Black Hair streaked with Silver
Skin Tone/Pigmentation
Tanned Skin
Height
6' 2"
Aligned Organization
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