Ayrell

Ayrell Evyntine
Status	Active
Race	Elf
Gender	Female
Guild	Warrior Mage
Instance	Prime
Relatives	Ezerak, Asilyia, Sayara, Ineyl, Maraisel, Aerivyn

A loyal Mountain Elf of the prominent Evyntine family from Elamiri, Ayrell served as Lieutenant of the Ilithi Mountain Guard under Commander Fierolan Vanyahin during the Outcast War. Following the Outcast War, Ayrell shifted her attention to working more directly for the Mountain, conducting various duties as assigned by Fierolan in his new role as the Queen's Consul.
While serving as Emissary to the Mountain for the Ilithi Court under Ferdahl Aemmin, Ayrell diligently strived to maintain relations and communication between Shard and Elamiri, working closely with the Queen's personal guard Herrick Iocaste and Prince Fayne Sunderstone. On several occasions, Ayrell had the honor of meeting Queen Morganae and served as a personal guard and escort for Prince Fayne when he visited the Crystal City.

Appearance

Lady of Elamiri Ayrell Evyntine, Archmagess of Ilithi, an Elf.
She has elegant arched eyebrows, pointed ears and exquisite lashes accentuating lustrous sapphire eyes. Her deep blue-streaked raven hair is hip length and wavy, and is worn in an elegant upswept arrangement threaded with an ornate silversteel chain twined with pale mistglass Elamiri roses. She has fair skin and a gracefully slender figure.

She is wearing a pair of sparkling earrings cast as climbing Elven ivy with sapphire blossoms, an ornate choker of lilac moonsilver woven amidst a labyrinth of sapphires, a brushed silver locket gypsy-set with duskbloom sapphires, a sinuous cloak of rippling ebony nightsilk clasped by a faceted sapphire swan, a curved silver earcuff tipped with a phantom sapphire, a stunning gown of ethereal Elven snowlace shimmering with ice sapphire beadwork, a tri-sectioned silver armband linked by platinum chains dangling tear-shaped sapphires, a dainty lilac moonsilver bracelet linked to a sapphire ring by intricate chains, a lifesculpted moonsilver wedding band cradling a trillion-cut twilight sapphire, a gleaming silver signet ring bearing an intricate family seal, a spiraling lilac moonsilver engagement band crowned by a blue Elamiri sapphire, a braided silver sword belt inset with scintillating swan medallions, a twining ivy anklet of lucent lilac moonsilver with variegated sapphire blooms and a pair of exquisite Elven snowlace slippers adorned with sparkling ice sapphires.

Familiar

Her familiar is a majestic snow white mountain lynx with glowing sapphire eyes by the name of Elursoye.
Keen sapphire eyes sparkle like vivid blue gemstones, their glittering depths filled with cleverness and constant vigilance. Slender and agile in its movements, the body is an image of feline grace, carrying itself with majestic poise. The animal's thick niveous-toned coat is pristine, white like freshly fallen snow, and smooth with a glossy sheen save for a subtle tufted section of lilac-hued fur in the shape of a lightning bolt on its right hind leg.

Notable Information

Lieutenant of the Ilithi Mountain Guard during the Outcast War
Recruited to work undercover on an undisclosed mission to gather information for the Queen (mission completed)
Aided the city of Shard in their fight against Xerasyth
Fought in the battle against Lyras and The Hunger
Was the first ever Emissary to the Mountain Elves
Member of the Locksmith Union
Founded the Ilithi Socialites (Year 433)
Founded The Crystal City Players - An unofficial theater troupe in Shard (Year 442)
Founded the Mountain Guard - an unofficial militia for Ilithi (in honor of her former military unit, the Ilithi Mountain Guard) (Year 442)
Helped lead and conduct an experiment to research the storm over Stormwill Tower.

About

Family

Ayrell is very reserved when it comes to speaking of her family, most specifically her past which led to her departure from Elamiri in her youth. She only speaks of her parents to those with whom she is close and has bestowed her trust, though it is known that her parents both died while she was still young, by Elven standards. At the time of her mother's death, Ayrell left Elamiri and came to Zoluren where she lived on the streets for many years, struggling to survive and make ends meet. Eventually, she decided to join the Warrior Mage guild, not only to learn to defend herself, but to defend her half-sister, Maraisel Issalde who had come to be in her care, as well as for other reasons which she does not openly disclose. Her only other known relative is a cousin through her maternal line, Aerivyn Eiryse-Lyssae.

Marriage with Xelten Tyrsin

In the year 382, after returning from some time away following her service to Ilithi throughout the Outcast War, Ayrell returned to Shard and was recruited by her former Commander, Fierolan Vanyahin, to work undercover on a mission for Her Majesty, Queen Morganae. During this mission, she was introduced to a fellow agent of the Queen by the name of Xelten Tyrsin, with whom she came to work very closely over the next few years. As partners in this mission, they spent so much time in each other's company, Ayrell describes them as having "fallen together," not really knowing at what point they transitioned from partners to something more. Both Ayrell and Xelten were quite young, by Elven standards, and Ayrell possessed no experience with love or marriage prior to undertaking the mission which brought her and Xelten together in what ultimately became a turbulent and short-lived relationship. The Naivety of youth combined with complications from their mission saw the two married and divorced within a span of less than three years from the time of their introduction to the time of their unbonding. In that time, Ayrell and Xelten celebrated the birth of their one and only child together, a daughter by the name of Asilyia Evyntine. It was for Asilyia's sake that Ayrell and Xelten attempted to remain friends following their separation, however, too much conflict and too many painful memories remained, causing them to eventually part ways entirely. For this, and several other personal reasons, Ayrell and Asilyia packed up their belongings and returned to Elamiri for nearly three decades before finally deciding it was time to return to Shard and rebuild the life they left behind. Several years after her return to Shard, Fate saw fit to cross her path with Xelten's again, who had also taken a lengthy leave from public life to reflect upon the follies of his youth. With three decades between their past and their present, Ayrell found Xelten to be a different man than he once was, though they both agreed their acquaintance served them better as friends than anything more. With a mutual loyalty to Her Majesty and a desire to serve their people, they decided to form an alliance which allowed them to work together, solely as associates of the Queen, until Xelten again chose to depart from society on a journey westward in the year 444.

Marriage with Ezerak Vershir

A few years after Ayrell returned to Shard from her time of recovery in Elamiri, she found herself once again in the company of her long-time friend, Ruea Shai'lin. It was by Ruea's request that Ayrell accepted the role of Lady Snow in a play Ruea wrote for the Theren Theater, titled "For Honor and Truth: The Paladin's Way." Ayrell was only newly returned to the society she left behind so many years ago and lacked familiarity with many of the faces around her when she arrived at the theater for the performance. Among them was an Elven male whom Ayrell had never seen before, though something about his presence piqued her curiosity. They were never introduced, and Ayrell knew him only as "the young paladin," his role in the play, which was whispered to be his debut performance within the theater. It was not until a year later that Ayrell received an introduction to the man, following another production of Ruea's at the Theren Theater. Ayrell's half-sister, Maraisel had been cast in the play alongside the male, and was with him, Ruea, and the rest of the cast at an after party held at Taelbert's Inn following the show. Ruea and Maraisel reached out to Ayrell to request she join them. As she was busy conducting research in the Warrior Mage guild library of Crossing, she initially declined the invitation, however, Ruea and Maraisel were persistent and she eventually gave in. By the time she arrived, Ruea, Maraisel, and the Elven male were the only three cast members still celebrating at Taelbert's. It was then that Ayrell learned the male's name, one Ezerak Vershir, surprising Ayrell even more to discover Ezerak to be of Mountain Elf descent. Before departing the tavern, Ruea made a request of Ezerak and Ayrell to work together on composing a song for an upcoming play she was planning to write. Their draw to one another required only a single meeting after that night for them to realize they were destined to be together. Within the month, their courtship became official, their love such that they held no doubt of their connection being that of soulmates. Just shy of a year later, Ezerak invited Ayrell to the rooftop stage of the Shard theater to watch the sunrise at which time he asked for her hand in marriage. In the 3rd month of Lirisa the Archer in the year of the Silver Unicorn, 434, Ayrell and Ezerak were married. Two years later, on the same date, they solidified their bond by performing the Gelinajaun Ruh ceremony, as per the custom, to forever bind their two souls into one. As they already suspected, Ruea has since admitted that she never had need of the song she asked them to write, confessing that it was merely an excuse to trick Ayrell and Ezerak into seeing each other again. Together, Ayrell and Ezerak have one daughter by the name of Sayara Evyntine-Vershir and one son, Ineyl Evyntine-Vershir. To this day, Ayrell and Ezerak remain active in support of the Mountain Elves in Elamiri and the Ferdahl in Shard.

Personality

Ayrell was raised with the mindset of a diplomat and the strict upbringing of a lady with manners and etiquette ingrained into her mentality and behavior. Because of this, her conduct is to the extreme of prim and proper, tending toward formal speech patterns and actions. Overall, she prefers to watch, listen, and learn, though when a topic is of interest to her, she finds her voice more easily and reveals the passion she keeps concealed beneath the learned and almost habitual façade of calm composure. She possesses an abundance of patience and an inherent desire to help those in need, willing to place her own life on the line to save any who require her protection. Her largest passion is history and she can generally be found tucked away in a library with her nose in a book. Where magic is concerned, Ayrell is adamantly against sorcery, in any form, necromantic or otherwise. She refuses to dabble in it, in any capacity, large or small, and absolutely abhors how common its use has become over the years.

Hobbies

Having been brought up as a gently bred lady, Ayrell is proficient in most instruments and possesses a love for singing. Her favorite instrument is the lyra viol, though she has always held a particular fondness for all variations of the harp as well. Although she is not one for being in the theatrical spotlight, she associates with many who participate in such, therefore, has been convinced to perform on several occasions, at both the Shard and Therenborough theaters. Her theatrical debut was as the love interest in Love Story, written by Ruea Shai'lin and performed at the Shard theater.It was a chance, last roisan request by Ruea for Ayrell to accept the role of Lady Snow in For Honor and Truth: The Paladin's Way at the Therenborough theater that led to Ayrell meeting the love of her life, Ezerak Vershir. Ezerak was cast in his theatrical debut as "the young paladin" in this production, which led to their paths crossing for the first time. It was nearly a year later, however, before they would cross paths again and receive the introduction which inevitably led to their happily-ever-after. Given their mutual love for the theater, and a desire to bring people together again in Shard, Ayrell founded a group, with Ezerak as her partner, known as "The Ilithi Socialites" and began work on their own productions in Ilithi. Their first endeavor was a concert, to which Prince Fayne, himself, graced the audience as well as the Honorable Tower Steward Rylento. Subsequently, they arranged a "Night at the Improv" and a play co-written by Ezerak and Ayrell titled "Rescue on the Reshal" which received overall positive reviews from those in attendance. Additionally, Ayrell was cast alongside Ezerak yet again in the Therenborough Theater production of Through it All, written by Ruea Shai'lin, in which she played the sweet and gentle Nimai, love interest and eventual wife of Ezerak's character, Mavrid. Over time, the availability of willing volunteers to act as cast in Shard became increasingly difficult, bringing their work on the theater to an unfortunate halt for a few years. Eventually, Ayrell decided to focus the Ilithi Socialites more toward social gatherings in Shard, hosting picnics and balls, while working to found a theater group known as the Crystal City Players. After holding auditions, members were chosen, and Ayrell once again started working to bring entertainment back to the stage in Shard.

Interests

It is an indisputable fact among Ayrell's friends that she possesses a particular love for rare gems, most specifically those of the sapphire family. Collecting rare sapphires has become a pastime for Ayrell over the years, her collection a constant work-in-progress that she is always looking to grow. Aware of her own slight obsession, Ayrell is known to poke fun at herself, having written a song titled "Sapphires are a Girl's Best Friend" which she performed at the first concert hosted by the Ilithi Socialites and again at the Variety Extravaganza hosted by the Crystal City Players. Despite various efforts to curb her collecting habits, one need only look at her to know she has yet to succeed, and likely never will.

Religion

Despite her choice of profession, Ayrell has always been a lover of peace, preferring diplomacy over violence, which led her toward Albreda at a young age. Her history as an orphan also played a role in turning Ayrell's devotion to the dove, seeking comfort from the peaceful goddess in her youth, and guidance from Albreda in adulthood now that she, herself, has become a mother. It is from Albreda that Ayrell draws her strength, seeking peaceful solutions and alliances above all else, and relying on her skills as a Warrior Mage to offer protection to those around her during times when peace proves impossible.

Events

Meeting of the Mountain

The Meeting of the Mountain is a recurring event Ayrell hosts every other month in an effort to bring together those who claim heritage to the Mountain Elves, as well as anyone with an interest in Mountain Elf culture or history. The meetings are mostly informal and intended for both social and intellectual purposes.

Mountain Guard Patrols and Events

As part of Ayrell's defense efforts with the Mountain Guard, patrols are scheduled on a semi-regular basis during which the Mountain Guard members as well as outside supporters gather at Milene's Rose before heading out to conduct a thorough patrol of Shard to ensure the streets remain safe. After the patrol, a brief meeting is then held at Milene's Rose to discuss current events and any relevant threats about which the Mountain Guard should be aware.

Note: Although there has been some confusion due to the name of the unit and Ayrell's connection to the Mountain Elves, the Mountain Guard is NOT a Mountain Elf group, nor is it in any way connected to the Mountain Elves. Ayrell's decision to utilize the name "Mountain Guard" was a nod to her former Shard military unit in which she served as a Lieutenant during the Outcast War, known then as the Ilithi Mountain Guard. Although the Ilithi Mountain Guard was led by Commander Fierolan Vanyahin, also of the Mountain Elves, the unit was never restricted to any Clan or race, and was named based on the part of Ilithi for which it was charged to defend. During the Outcast War, the Ilithi Mountain Guard was tasked with patrolling and protecting the northern lands of Ilithi, including the Dragonspine Mountains, thus the reference in the unit's name. When Ayrell decided to revive the Mountain Guard in this new iteration, "Ilithi" was removed from the title in order to avoid any confusion as to the unofficial nature of the militia.

Event Name	Event Date	Event Description	Event Log
Recruiting for the Mountain Guard	(8/11/2022)	A recruiting meeting to gather together those with an interest in joining the Guard.	N/A
Mountain Guard Patrol	(9/9/2022)	A meeting and group patrol of the city to ensure the streets are safe and secure.	N/A

Following the first patrol, a letter was delivered to Ayrell's door from a local who voiced an interest in the Guard and the possibility of attending one of the upcoming meetings to observe.

=== Letter from Shashra Malk'eti ===
A young Elothean courier arrives at the entrance to the black marble hall in Coral Crescent, Shard, straightening his plain white tunic and dappled cloak, and running a hand through the foppish mess of brown curls that surround his pronounced forehead.  With some trepidation, he approaches, knocking gently, before dropping a scroll on the stoop and sprinting away.  When you open the door, you are left with a courier's scroll case containing a crisp vellum letter sealed with a wax stamp depicting a pyramid.  It smells faintly of draconaeia and phofe, with a hint of jadice.  The letter reads as follows in a sweeping, precise script, crisp and in black ink:

To the esteemed Ayrell Evyntine-Vershir:

<I understand that you have held meetings about the defense of our fair city at Milene's and would be quite interested in observing.  While I am no expert on matters of defense, my family has established both roots in the city, and a financial interest, such that protecting it is of great importance to us.  I would be interested to hear what your plans are for the defense of our beloved city, given the recent incursions of both wildlife and the unnatural.  I hope that I would be welcome, though I do not have much to directly offer to its aid directly.  I am certain you have ways of finding me, though correspondence addressed to me can be left at my family home on Bloodstone Way.
Signed,
Shashra Malk'eti

Upon reading the letter, Ayrell drafted a reply and sent it in the reliable possession of her familiar for delivery to Sashra prior to the next meeting at Milene's Rose. In her response, she advised Shashra their presence would be more than welcome and that the Guard looked forward to seeing them.

Event Name	Event Date	Event Description	Event Log
Mountain Guard Patrol	(10/21/2022	A group patrol of the city to ensure the streets are safe and secure, followed by a brief meeting to discuss potential threats for members of the Guard to be aware of.	N/A
Mountain Guard Patrol	(11/17/2022)	A group patrol of the city to ensure the streets are safe and secure, followed by a brief meeting to discuss potential threats for members of the Guard to be aware of.	N/A
Mountain Guard Patrol	(12/09/2022)	A group patrol of the city to ensure the streets are safe and secure, followed by a brief meeting to discuss potential threats for members of the Guard to be aware of.	N/A
Mountain Guard Patrol	(01/20/2023)	A group patrol of the city to ensure the streets are safe and secure, followed by a brief meeting to discuss potential threats for members of the Guard to be aware of. Patrol extended to include Steelclaw Clan, the Whistling Wood, and south of Shard to Corik's Wall. Threats encountered - Champion and veteran thugs outside the south city gates.	Coming Soon
Mountain Guard Patrol	(2/10/2023)	A brief meeting to discuss reports of any new or ongoing threats to the local area followed by a group patrol of the city. Patrol extended to include Steelclaw Clan, the Whistling Wood, and south of Shard to Corik's Wall.	N/A
Mountain Guard Patrol	(3/18/2023)	A brief meeting to discuss reports of any new or ongoing threats to the local area followed by a group patrol of the city. Patrol extended to include Steelclaw Clan, the Whistling Wood, and south of Shard to Corik's Wall.	N/A
Emerald Knight Support Hunt	(3/25/2023)	A hunt hosted by the Mountain Guard to show support for the Emerald Knights by gathering at Corik's Wall to help defend against the threats within the Dark Hand so the Emerald Knights can enjoy a reprieve, or at least a brief bolstering of their numbers.	Coming Soon
Mountain Guard Patrol	(4/15/2023)	A brief meeting to discuss reports of any new or ongoing threats to the local area followed by a group patrol of the city. Patrol extended to include Steelclaw Clan, the Whistling Wood, and south of Shard to Corik's Wall.	N/A
Mountain Guard Patrol	(5/20/2023)	A brief meeting to discuss reports of any new or ongoing threats to the local area followed by a group patrol of the city. Warning received prior to patrol of possible threat. Mountain Guard ambushed by mercenaries with a direct assault against Ayrell and Miskton made by Mercenary Kasizva.	Patrol Log
Mountain Guard Patrol	(6/10/2023)	A brief meeting to discuss reports of any new or ongoing threats to the local area followed by a group patrol of the city. Focused on the city, due to recent attacks.	N/A
Mountain Guard Patrol	(7/15/2023)	A brief meeting to discuss reports of any new or ongoing threats to the local area followed by a group patrol of the city. Focused on the city, due to recent attacks.	N/A
Mountain Guard Patrol	(8/19/2023)	A brief meeting to discuss reports of any new or ongoing threats to the local area followed by a group patrol of the city. Focused on the city, due to recent attacks.	N/A
Mountain Guard Patrol	(9/16/2023)	A brief meeting to discuss reports of any new or ongoing threats to the local area followed by a group patrol of the city. Focused on the city, due to recent attacks. Threats encountered: Flayed snowbeasts out the eastern gate.	Patrol Log
Moving Mountains Charity Social	(9/22/2023)	Charity event to gather donations for Shard locals in need and including performances by the Crystal City Players.	Coming Soon
Mountain Guard Patrol	(10/21/2023)	A brief meeting to discuss reports of any new or ongoing threats to the local area followed by a group patrol of the city. Focused on the city, due to recent attacks. Meeting included important information about training, structure, and expectations of members.	Meeting Log
Mountain Guard Patrol	(11/11/2023)	A brief meeting to discuss reports of any new or ongoing threats to the local area followed by a group patrol of the city. Meeting included vote of members regarding change in leadership title.	Coming Soon
Mountain Guard Patrol	(12/9/2023)	A brief meeting to discuss reports of any new or ongoing threats to the local area followed by a group patrol of the city.	N/A
Mountain Guard Patrol	(1/20/2024)	A brief meeting to discuss reports of any new or ongoing threats to the local area followed by a group patrol of the city.	Coming Soon

Ilithi Socialites

When the idea first struck Ayrell to begin a revival of the social scene in Ilithi, she knew it would be a difficult task to attempt on her own. Reaching out to friends and family, she recruited her husband, Ezerak, as well as her sister and cousin, to form a group known as the Ilithi Socialites. While the initial intent was to focus on the Shoan a Sidelkuloa theater in Shard, Ayrell eventually found her footing and gained more confidence to spread her wings and her efforts to larger scale events and activities, helping to bring the locals together as well as providing opportunities for others to visit and see the beauty Shard has to offer.

Event Name	Event Date	Event Location	Event Description	Event Log
A Shard Concert	9 Nissa 433 (3/14/2020)	Shoan a Sidelkuloa Theater - Shard	A collection of performances by local talents. Notable guests in attendance: Prince Fayne and Tower Steward Rylento	Performance Log
A Night at the Improv	1 Uthmor 434 (5/1/2020)	Shoan a Sidelkuloa Theater - Shard	A performance of improvisational games and comedy.	Performance Log
Rescue on the Reshal Sea	1 Nissa 434 (6/20/2020)	Shoan a Sidelkuloa Theater - Shard	An original play co-written by Ayrell and Ezerak.	Performance Log
A Re-Telling of "Love Story"	37 Shorka 438 (6/4/2021)	Shoan a Sidelkuloa Theater - Shard	An encore performance of the emotional play originally written by Ruea Shai'lin.	Performance Log
The Shard Sapphire and Silk Gala	(1/22/2022)	Hall of Feasts - Great Tower - Shard	A sapphire and silk themed social event with food and dancing as well as a best-dressed to theme contest. Hosted by Ayrell Evyntine.	N/A
The Winter's Muse Ball	(2/26/2022)	Ballroom - House of the Floating Reed - Shard	A winter themed social event with food, dancing, and a winter-themed fashion show. Hosted by Ayrell Evyntine.	N/A
A Fall Harvest Picnic	(8/19/2022)	Garden of Lights Gazebo - Great Tower - Shard	A picnic with an autumn theme, including food, drinks, and trivia. Hosted by Ayrell Evyntine.	N/A
Sunset Hues Social	(3/4/2023)	Ballroom - House of the Floating Reed - Shard	A sunset/sunrise themed social event with food, dancing, and a best-dressed to theme contest. Hosted by Ayrell Evyntine.	N/A
Ten'ra Agalith	9 Dolefaren 445 (6/17/2023)	Temple of Darkness - Shard	A celebration of the Ten'ra Agalith holiday and ritual to bestow offerings and prayers upon the Dark Immortals to spare Shard from their wrath. Hosted by Ayrell Evyntine and Maraisel Issalde	Event Log
Stormy Night Gala	(9/8/2023)	Hall of Feasts - Great Tower - Shard	A storm themed social event with food and dancing as well as a best-dressed to theme contest. Hosted by Ayrell Evyntine.	N/A
Prayer Vigil to Asketi	(9/30/2023)	Temple of Darkness - Shard	A prayer vigil dedicated to Asketi in an effort to spare Shard from her wrath for the upcoming new year. Hosted by Ayrell Evyntine and Maraisel Issalde	Coming Soon
Prayer Vigil to Asketi	(1/5/2024)	Temple of Darkness - Shard	A prayer vigil dedicated to Asketi in an effort to spare Shard from her wrath for the upcoming new year. Hosted by Ayrell Evyntine and Maraisel Issalde	Coming Soon

History on the Rooftop Lecture Series

History on the Rooftop is a lecture series Ayrell originally hosted under the umbrella of the Ilithi Socialites. Taking into account her love of history, Ayrell sought a way that she could share this love with others as well as helping to spread knowledge of past events to those who might be willing to listen. While some topics are chosen by herself, she also accepts requests, and does her best to accommodate, so long as the requested subject is one with which she has the knowledge to share. The lectures, themselves, are held on the rooftop stage of the Shoan a Sidelkuloa theater in Shard.

Event Name	Event Date	Lecture Topic	Event Description	Event Log
History on the Rooftop	17 Lirisa 439 (8/28/2021)	Stormwill Tower	A lecture providing a detailed history of Stormwill Tower as well as information on the Mage of Storms and the eternal storm that remains over the Tower to this day.	Lecture Log
History on the Rooftop	21 Uthmor 439 (9/18/2021)	Dragon Priests	An in-depth detailing of the Dragon Priests and their history.	Lecture Log
History on the Rooftop	13 Dolefaren 441 (5/14/2022	Resistance War	A brief overview of the Resistance War followed by personal accounts of information not documented in the history books.	Lecture Log
History on the Rooftop	18 Shorka 444 (1/20/2023)	Mountain Elves	By request - an in-depth history of the Mountain Elves and the former Dwarven city of Garnedhren.	Lecture Log
History on the Rooftop	1 Nissa 444 (3/17/2023)	Kather and the World Dragon	By request - a detailed overview of the Kather, focusing on their culture, castes, and religion as well as a detailed origin story of the World Dragon.	Lecture Log

Crystal City Players

Although Ayrell enjoyed some success with the Shoan a Sidelkuloa theater with her efforts under the Ilithi Socialites, she enjoyed the idea of bringing others into the fold beyond her family and close friends, to create a group that could focus more on the theater while the Ilithi Socialites could direct their attention more to the social aspect of entertainment in Shard. It was from this idea that the Crystal City Players was born, starting as a dream in Ayrell's mind and quickly building into a reality once the auditions were scheduled. From these auditions, Ayrell welcomed Siendra Vauns'Arotru, Senthic Lupercus, and Shaylynne Kendiahle into the membership, along with Ezerak whose prior work with her regarding the theater made him an integral part of the group.

Event Name	Event Date	Performance Location	Event Description	Event Log
A Variety Extravaganza	30 Dolefaren 442 (8/26/2022)	Shoan a Sidelkuloa Theater	Inaugural performance - A Variety Show including singing, dancing, dramatic readings, and a little of everything in between.	Performance Log
Eve of Mercy	6 Uthmor 443 (10/19/2022)	Order of the Dragon Shield - Banquet Hall - Riverhaven	A collaboration with the Jackals of Eylhaar in celebration of the goddess of peace in death, the play was a "stage" adaptation of the story "The Gift of the Maiden." Script written by Siendra.	Performance Log
A Celebration of the Seasons	18 Uthmor 443 (10/22/2022)	Shoan a Sidelkuloa Theater	A performance designed to celebrate all that is good and wonderful about each of the seasons. Each act was designed to tell a story while illustrating popular and common themes for each season, interspersed with poetry for an additional touch of art. Play written by Ayrell. Winter poem written by Siendra. Spring poem written by Ayrell. Summer poem written by Senthic. Fall poem written by Shaylynne. Closing poem written by Ezerak.	Performance Log
Aim for the Heart	37 Moliko 444 (2/24/2023)	Shoan a Sidelkuloa Theater	A "comedy of errors" play written as a collaboration by Siendra, Shaylynne, Senthic, and Ayrell - performed by the Crystal City Players cast.	Performance Log
A Divine Variety	37 Arhat 445 (5/25/2023)	Shoan a Sidelkuloa Theater	A Variety Show with acts dedicated to and in honor of the Immortals/the Triquetra/Rakash Gods, including singing, dancing, dramatic readings, and a little of everything in between.	Performance Log
Interview with a Spy	17 Uthmor 446 (8/18/2023)	Shoan a Sidelkuloa Theater	A play in the spy genre filled with action and espionage, written by Ayrell Evyntine and Ezerak Evyntine-Vershir - performed by the Crystal City Players cast. Notable guest in attendance: Shashra Malk'eti	Performance Log
Moving Mountains Charity Social	(9/22/2023)	Garden of Lights Gazebo - Great Tower - Shard	Collaboration with the Mountain Guard of Shard to gather donations for locals in need. Charity event with performances by members of The Crystal City Players.	Coming Soon
A Trio of Trouble	9 Ka'len 448 (2/2/2024)	Shoan a Sidelkuloa Theater	A comedy/drama about three young boys who summon three witches to do their chores. Script written by Siendra and performed by the Crystal City Players cast.	Performance Log

Researching the Storm

For nearly two years, Ayrell entertained conversations with both Ezerak and Xelten regarding the storm over Stormwill Tower in Shard and whether or not it might be possible to quell it. She looked at this more as a fascination than anything more until the same idea was brought forward one evening by Woten at a Town Hall meeting in Shard. Through further discussion, Ayrell and Woten debated the matter, after which Ayrell agreed to attempt a gathering to see if there were others of like-mind who might be willing to help with the endeavor. Following the first meeting Ayrell hosted at Chyolvea Tayeu'a, Court Mage Miskton agreed to send a letter to the Great Tower in request of their blessing to move forward with the research. In addition, Ayrell sent an inquiry and request to Guildmistress Melear to seek her approval and blessing as well. Not long after, a letter was delivered to Ayrell, written by Guildmistress Melear's hand, advising of her willingness to allow the research to take place, requesting only that safety of the locals be kept in mind and to try not to electrocute any of the Sentinels. With this authorization in hand, Ayrell arranged for a second meeting, during which ideas were discussed for first steps in the research process. This research remains ongoing at this time.

Event Name	Event Date	Event Location	Event Description	Event Log
Researching the Storm	(8/12/2022)	Chyolvea Tayeu'a - Chamber of All	A meeting to discuss the history of Stormwill Tower and the possibility of helping quell the storm.	Coming Soon
Researching the Storm	(9/16/2022)	Chylovea Tayeu'a - Chamber of All	A follow-up meeting regarding ideas for how to quell the storm. Permission obtained from the Great Tower as well as Guildmistress Melear to proceed, though with caution.	Coming Soon
Researching the Storm	2 Arhat 443 (10/28/2022	Stormwill Tower - Shard	First attempt to conduct research into the origin of the storm. Scholar of the Grove Uryutis in attendance.	Event Log
Researching the Storm	(2/25/2023)	Chylovea Tayeu'a - Chamber of All	A follow-up meeting regarding the previous experiment and ideas for next steps.	Coming Soon
Researching the Storm	(5/6/2023)	Stormwill Tower - Shard	An investigatory effort in conjunction with bards and other guilds to search Stormwill Tower for any potential residual clues that may have been left behind as a result of the research conducted by the Mage of Storms.	Coming Soon

=== Letter from Melear ===
Ayrell,
You are welcome to focus your scholarship upon the storm, so long as you proceed cautiously and make efforts not to exacerbate the already tenuous tempest.  Captain Cierzen has also approached me, having received word of your group's interest, and we are in agreement on this.  He did mutter something as he left about his sentinels likely being electrocuted, so please take extra care not to let his doomsaying come to pass.
Melear

Dragon Priest Investigations

The matter of the Dragon Priests is one that can only be referred to as a group effort, with many different views for as to how best to address the Priests and their unusual activity over the recent years. The following list of events is far from a complete compilation of all the work that has gone into the matter, and instead focuses more on the events with which Ayrell, herself, was more heavily involved in the planning and execution. Due to Ayrell's reputation as somewhat of a diplomat, she was approached by Navesi with an invitation to join her and several others of the Bard Guild, in attempting a diplomatic mission into the Black Spire. Previous attempts to fight through the Dragon Priests for answers had turned up little to explain what the Priests were doing, leaving everyone with the hope that a more peaceful approach might prove more fruitful. Ayrell agreed to assist and accompanied Navesi and the other bards to the Black Spire where they were greeted by the Ecclesiarch, Suulnir. With this diplomatic mission having proven mostly a success, in so much that the Dragon Priests appeared willing to entertain discussion, Ayrell took it upon herself to plan a second diplomatic mission in hopes that more information might be able to be obtained. This mission, however, provided "success" in a different form, though it became clear that Ayrell's correspondence with Suulnir had been intercepted, leaving the diplomatic group to be confronted by an entity in the form of a Pivuh who appeared to hold some animosity toward Suulnir, as well as against the adventurers who joined Ayrell for the mission. After this, it was decided that further conversation with the Dragon Priests would be unlikely to turn up sufficient information to answer the questions everyone had regarding what was going on with the Dragon Priests. With what little information was gleaned from both diplomatic meetings, as well as an investigatory mission led by Navesi into the Black Spire, it was determined that the Dragon Priests were trying to hide the location of several other strongholds throughout Ilithi and Hibarnhvidar. In an effort to uncover these strongholds, Ayrell worked in collaboration with the S'kra Yraggahh to conduct a scouting mission, though no additional information was uncovered. After some time had come to pass, with no news and no answers, Ayrell decided to revive the investigation and hosted another scout to try and uncover details as to where the Dragon Priests might be hiding (and what they might be doing.) This scout also proved fruitless, though Ayrell has not given up, and the investigations remain ongoing at this time.

Event Name	Event Date	Event Location	Event Description	Event Log
Diplomacy with Dragon Priests	1 Shorka 439 (9/3/2021)	Temple of Light - Shard/Black Spire	An initial attempt, headed by Navesi and the Bard Guild, with Ayrell as the designated speaker, to seek communication with the Dragon Priests regarding their recent activity. Encountered: Ecclesiarch Suulnir	Event Log
Diplomacy with Dragon Priests - Part II	25 Moliko 439 (10/9/2021)	Temple of Light - Shard/Black Spire	A second attempt, hosted by Ayrell Evyntine-Vershir, to seek communication with the Dragon Priests regarding their recent activity. Encountered: Pivuh	Event Log
Scouting Mission	1 Lirisa 441 (3/12/2022	Temple of Light - Shard	A collaboration between Ayrell Evyntine-Vershir and Yraggahh in an effort to scout Ilithi and surrounding areas for possible locations of Dragon Priest strongholds. No Dragon Priest contact made (aside from noticing their preparations to defend the Spire), though Ayrell's group made unrelated contact with the Kather, Anmuva while investigating areas in Forfedhdar.	Coming Soon
Dragon Priest Investigation	22 Ka'len 443 (9/23/2022)	Temple of Light - Shard	A second scouting mission led by Ayrell Evyntine in further efforts to locate Dragon Priest strongholds and to seek potential clues as to the Dragon Priests' recent activity. No Dragon Priest contact was made and no other interactions occurred.	Coming Soon
Dragon Priest Investigation	17 Lirisa 446 (7/29/2023)	Temple of Light - Shard	A third scouting mission led by Ayrell Evyntine in further efforts to locate Dragon Priest strongholds and to seek potential clues as to the Dragon Priests' recent activity. Search of Steelclaw Clan with clues leading to Wyvern Mountain. Contact with Suulnir via gweth indicating the Dragon Priests were doing something on Wyvern Mountain. Investigative group attacked by Dragon Priest assassins and intercessors while attempting to reach Wyvern Mountain.	Event Log

Miscellaneous

Since Ayrell's return to Shard after her years away, she has made an effort to help in any way that she can, both politically and socially. Although many of her endeavors are part of a larger group of activities, some of them have been conducted as standalone events, and have been documented on the list below.

Event Name	Event Date	Event Location	Event Description	Event Log
History & Trivia at Chyolvea Tayeu'a	(9/29/2018)	Chylovea Tayeu'a - Chamber of All	A social event in collaboration with the Lorethew Mentor Society to discuss the history of the Warrior Mage Guild followed by a trivia contest.	N/A
An Elementalist Ball	(3/21/2020)	Raven's Court - Ballroom	A Warrior Mage themed social event, hosted by Ayrell as part of the Unified Warrior Mage Guild Committee.	N/A
Parley with the Gorbesh	(6/19/2020	Sanrisi Tree near Dirge	A diplomatic attempt to speak with the Gorbesh and help them to understand the glitch in time and to try and learn how they came to be in the present from the past.	N/A
Dragon Research Symposium	(1/17/2024)	Vela'Tohr Edge, Secluded Grove	An informational and educational gathering at which a handful of presenters delivered lectures regarding various topics related to dragons, with examples including Dragons in general (Life/Elemental),The World Dragon, The Kather, Anmuva, and more. Hosted by the Grey Dragons, Ayrell was invited to present as one of the speakers regarding the World Dragon and the Kather.	Event Log

Elemental Plane Experiments

Ayrell was honored to have been among the original group of Warrior Mages selected by Perune to conduct an experiment to learn more about the elemental planes, initially aimed with a specific interest in Aether. Over time, these experiments drew the attention of Grove Scholar Uryutis, increasing interest in the project, and extending the efforts to grander goals. Throughout these efforts, Ayrell participated in each and every experiment, including the creation of a stable Aetheric anomaly that allowed a glimpse into the Plane of Aether, itself, (year 433). Following this success, Ayrell was again honored to be granted an opportunity to work more closely with Perune, Saragos, and Mazrian for the next step in the experimental process which led to the successful opening of a portal to the Plane of Electricity (year 434). (Zengmodaleth)

Basalt Isle Raid

Although Ayrell was not among the original organizers of these events, she took an interest in their endeavors and eventually came to work more closely with those leading the charge, doing what she could to help with the planning efforts. Ayrell was selected to head a diplomatic team in attempting talks with the pirate Srinoja, having the opportunity to lead a small group onto Srinoja's ship in an attempt to sway her into helping defend against the lich, Jeihrem. Regrettably, this meeting was interrupted by an assault on the shores, and ended with no promise of support. Despite this setback, Ayrell continued to work with the organizers and fought on the side of Khoheke Moglin against the lich Jeihrem in the historic raid on the Basalt Isle.

Favored Possessions

Mountain Elf

Ayrell is very open about her loyalty to Queen Morganae and the Mountain, therefore, she tends to display the Queen's symbol, a swan, prominently on her person and several of her belongings. Among the most notable are a sword belt she had designed in the likeness of one worn by the Queen, a cloak bearing a swan clasp to represent her heritage, and armor proudly designed to bear both the swan and Queen Morganae's crown.

Sword belt: a braided silver sword belt inset with scintillating swan medallions

Tiny blue sapphires sit in the eye of each swan as the medallions dangle like chimes from brilliant platinum chains. Silver braids weave through circular steel links polished to an exquisite gleam. The belt is crafted to rest low on the hips, designed to elegantly secure a single blade.

Cloak: a sinuous cloak of rippling ebony nightsilk clasped by a faceted sapphire swan

Countless smooth facets gleam with a dark brilliance from the surface of the gemstone brooch at the neckline of the cloak. A single large sapphire has been cut in the likeness of a demure swan with an elegantly arching neck. The single cut forming the swan's eye gazes solemnly into the inky darkness of the flowing nightsilk, as if it were deep in thought. Each subtle movement causes the cloth to shudder, rippling like the surface of a vast underground lake, with the lone swan floating serenely upon it.

Armor: some faeweave armor graced with a swan issuing from an Elven crown

Contrasting against the somber fabric, delicate cloth-of-silver embroidery forms complex geometric patterns. Twilight sapphires adorn the crown of Queen Morganae, each gloaming stone reflecting light in the shape of a star.