Imogen nó Dahlia de Mereliot

Fullname: Imogen no Dahlia de Mereliot Played by: Elisabeth Harnois Gender: Female Age: 20 Birthdate: March 21 1290 Class: Nobility House: Mereliot Occupation: Vicomtésse de Besseges, heir to Comte de Florac Province: Eisande Country: Terre D'ange Parents: Comte Octavien de Mereliot of de Florac and Lady Sophia l'Envers Siblings: Lord Priest Damien de Mereliot (b. 1286) Lord Edmond de Mereliot, Heir to de Florac (b. 1286 twin, d. 1309) Marital Status: Courting Children: none yet

Known Information

Imogen is the daughter of the Comte de Florac and his L'envers consort. At the age of five, she was sent off to foster in the Night Court, being quickly sorted into Dahlia. Debuting at age sixteen to an above average showing, it only took her about two years to earn her marque, after which she returned to her home Duchy, intending to become an independent courtesan. Within a year her eldest half-brother passed away, and his younger twin declared his desire to join the church, leaving Imogen the heir to the Comte. A duty she has reliably, albeit reluctantly filled ever since.

Background

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The current heir to the Comte de Florac was born in suprisingly humble and quiet circumstances. The only child of the Comte and his l'Envers i consort, she was raised alongside the twins the Comte had already had with his legal wife. The three of them were inseperable as children, thought the cometess may not have always agreed with her husbands decision to raise the child alongside her own, the childen themselves were innocent and free from the binds of politics, and for much of their lives they would stay that way. Until the age of five when their paths were set. The eldest twin to study at his fathers side, the youngest twin desired to become a priest, and Imogen herself showed great talents that the night court could utilize, and that was where her life truly began, when she was shipped off at the City of Elua.

Imogen was not an ordinary child. Though she was born little more than a lady at best, she held the bearing to impress or eel any noble of high rank. It was an easy decision to see her sorted into Dahlia house and enhance her natural skills. There she gained a bit of a more 'common' nature. Everyone was the same in the night court, all in service to namaah, and over the years other than the ocassional letter home, it was easy to forget that she was a noble at all. She spent her years learning the art of presentation, composing oneself and appearing to be on par with even a queen. But Imogen was never content with just pretending, she sought out instruction in things such as politics and leadership. She learned to talk like the ruling class, learn what they learned. Alot of her fellow courtesans were related to some ruling noble or another, that and her connections back home ensured shewas able to enthusiastically pursue her studies.

She debuted in her sixteenth year to an impressive amount of acclaim, and over the next two years took on many a client to pay for her marque. She didn't find much difficulty in attracting patrons, when ones specialty is presentation, drawing attention to oneself is second nature. She was however, the type to favour repeat patrons, familiarity seemed to be the key. But like most ourtesans she took what she could attract and quickly amassed a hoard of gifts sufficient enough to have her marque filled.

But that was when reality hit like a hammer. She had returned home, desiring to once more be with family, and perhaps work as an independant courtesan in the local salons. But what she returned to was far from a relaxing atmosphere. The eldest twin was sick and his younger counterpart was in a panic. He had long since fallen in love with the idea of becoming a priest and he all but begged imogen to promise she would take his place. The girl had thought her half brother in nothing but a panic, and so, in her usual way took gentle charge of the situation and assured him, with all the bearing she could, that she would do so.

She would later come to horrifically regret that promise.

For the next year her twin was constantly sick, and neither of the siblings were really allowed to see him for fear they too would fall ill. Doing her best to be a comfort for everyone. Imogen spent her time utilising her carefully cultivated night court skills. Wether it was being the calm port in everyones storm, hosting poetry readings, or teaching her elder brother to dance. Skills that wouldn't really serve him once he was ordained, but lovely distractions for two siblings living in fear that the cold hand of death was about to close over their family, a fear that ended up becoming true, and even though she had hope her half brother would change his mind, he seemed quite set on the idea of becoming a priest, a dream Imogen hadn't the heart to crush.

So that was how imogen learned never to casually make promises ever again. Still, before she had little dreams of her own. Perhaps to get married and have a family, make somethin of herself. All things that her current position as new heir to the County could only help. While she awaits resolution of that title, she serves willingly in her parents' shadows. Imogen works hard to emulate her father, the comte, a living paragon for her of all that she should strive to be, balanced between the duties of ruling and the duties to ones family.

Inspiration

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“Fortune helps the intrepid and abandons the cowards. I am the daughter of a man who did not know of fear. Whatever may come, I am resolved to follow that course until death.” ~ Caterina Sforza

Description

Pale skin, ashen blonde hair and blue-grey eyes all lend themselves to the ethereal palette that
composes this young woman. Such subdued, muted colors are a fine, fitting composure for her, for she
is a delicate creature, polished for presentation as though she were more painted figurine than mere
mortal. Her figure is maidenly rather than matronly, owing in part to diminutive height, for she is
several inches shy of the average mark. Then too she is lightly built, small-boned and slim.
Any hint at all of the otherworldliness is grounded by an inescapable presence, however:
a very earthy here and now-ness that belies her fragile appearance.
The hallmarks of a good breeding show in almost every motion, deliberate and otherwise.

She is an impeccably fashionable dresser, favoring gowns whose colors compliment her rarefied coloration:
often shades of blue, complex greys, or off-white. Her hair is ever done up in elaborate coifs, leaving the
length of the cool blonde as something of a mystery.

Personality

Quirks:

• <Dutiful>: From the child of a consort obligated to have little other than a noble education, all the way to the future Comtesse de Florec. Imogen is deeply honored by the trust and support of her father, and even the begrudging support of his wife. She owes all she has to these people and as such she will do anything they ask of her, no matter how difficult. That is, after all, exactly how she wound up as heir in the first place!

• <Loyal>: For all the tales she tells, for all the masks she wears, one thing to be assured of with Imogen is that she is no venomous snake waiting to bite. To those, she pledges herself to she is ever loyal and faithful, no matter the consequence, no matter what it costs her, her vows are her honor, and she will see them upheld.

• <Honour-Bound>: Imogen doesn't go back on her word. When she told her half-brother she would take the mantle as heir so he could become a priest, she did so, even though it took a year for her to not pout about it. Imogen's promises are her bond, and she never goes back on them.

Plot Hooks

Former Dhalia Courtesan Though She was never able to truly enjoy the life of a fully Marqued Courtesan, she did finish her Marque before having to return to noble life. Perhaps you were a patron? A fellow Adept?

Gifted Ruler Overnight she has stepped into the spotlight as heir to de Florec. Even so, she has proved extremely capable and competent as a future Comtesse. She possesses the level-headedness of her Dhalia training, alongside its breadth of knowledge and skills to be a good conversationalist and companion. The future can never be certain, but it does look promising in regards to the young heir. Perhaps you're looking to gain her favor? Learn from her?

Mereliot Her father is a brother to Armandine, which makes her niece to the duchess and cousin to her children. Thus she's a fairly regular site in the port city since returning from her Courtesan training. Are you one of her cousins? Are you looking to create bonds with House Mereliot? She's an easy and approachable first stop!

Not So Single Anymore Over the last couple of days it is rare to find the future comtesse seperate from a certain d'Aiglemort Viscount. The two are both flirtatious and warm in their mannerisms and given the oft misunderstandings between their houses, a union between them is both much desired and much detested. Are you a member of Mereliot or Aiglemort? Are you of a political bent and have an oppinion about such a union? Or maybe you're just a relative of either who has something to say!

Naamah Scion Though her father and house are both of Eisande, Imogen herself leans far more towards her mothers Namarre origins. She has a naturally seductive air that, combined with her training, makes her quite the little vixen when she wishes to be. Are you perhaps looking for a little fun?

Pictures

Possessions

A carving given to her by timeo, so that she may always carry a piece of him and camlach with her. She treasures it greatly.

While not customary to give a ring when betrothed, timeo decided to do it anyway. The jusry is still out on wether or not this gift is cousin-approved though

Contacts

Nobility

Marco de Mereliot : My cousin. I've only just met him, both times at the salon to boot! But I find him both charming and capable of bringing a genuine smile to my face. So when I promised to support him dressing as a peacock for Auntie's ball, I meant it!

Pierre Delaunay : A quiet but serious type, I've never believed myself to be genuinely super outgoing, but in his company, I sure feel like it! That aside though he is a kindred soul. We both came into this world with no inheritance and only our families names to recommend us. Some may look upon him with disdain for being a noble merchant, I congratulate him for becoming all that he is.

Cous : She's so frail and weak, but there's a strength of spirit in her that even I envy. She came to visit me, and in our first time alone nearly had me confessing secrets i've never told anyone. She's threatened to call on me at all hours of the day now, and promises to make me something with her needlework skills, I look forward to both honestly.

Betrothed : We have a tumultuous relationship at the best of times. Not three days into knowing each other and we find ourselves engaged. But he is both handsome and with a skill set that compliments my own. I regret the engagement will cost him his title, but I do not regret being matched to the man, not now and not ever.

Court de Nuit

Juliette no Lis d'Or : A new face I encountered on one of my trips to the Salons. She's being fostered at Lis d'Or and despite their mixed training, she has all the poise i'd expect of a Dahlia. Does she have the mind? I'd like to see her more, test the waters, after all if there's one thing I find myself in need of, it's intelligent friends and allies.

Cous : Another cousin, who i've only met over the last year in Marsilikos. She is a strange one, she loves and wants to spend time with me, yet insults the gifts of my betrothed for being 'so plain'. But i can see there is more to her than meets the eye, and beneath the frivilous exterior is someone I yet yearn to know.

Others

Logs

RP logs

(1310-06-02) Elodie's Debut
Summary: The debut fête of Elodie nó Lis d’Or. RL Date: Sat Jun 02, 2018 Related: None. ...

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(1310-05-19) Ducal Court
Summary: Ducal Court at the Palace of Marsilikos takes an unexpected turn, when a messenger arrives...

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(1310-04-29) Thief in the Market
Summary: Juliette's purse is stolen, and her guard goes after it, leaving her on her own on the...

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(1310-04-28) Spring Masque
Summary: The Duchesse of Eisande, Armandine de Mereliot, is holding a ball at the Ducal Palace to...

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(1310-04-27) A Decision is Made
Summary: Timeo recieves a letter from the Sovereign Duc d'Aiglemort, containing his final say...

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(1310-04-26) Revelations in the Grand Plaza
Summary: Henri comes to Grand Plaza to capture the early morning light with his paints. He also...

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(1310-04-25) A Choice is Given
Summary: Imogen de Mereliot arranges a meeting with her aunt to discuss a possible betrothal between...

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(1310-04-24) Rooftop Encounters
Summary: A chance encounter of two cousins and a stranger: Carenza, Timeo, and Imogen. After some...

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(1310-04-22) A Meeting in the Market
Summary: There's a chance encounter between cousins when Desarae spots Imogen late one night in the...

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(1310-04-20) Open Hands and Open Hearts
Summary: Imogen receives a visit from her cousin, leading to a tickle war, a failed bridal carry,...

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Memoirs

• (1310-06-15) How Fickle Fate Can Be

• (1310-04-24) While He Sleeps

References

(1310-04-26) Written in the Stars
Summary: After a day packed with revelations and surprises, Desarae writes down her thoughts in her...

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