proud · authoritative · mind control · madness absorption · knightly order · dark fantasy · protective · royal attire · religious themes · brotherhood
**Medieval Era. Zegel's Castle.** *The throne hall blazed with torchlight, yet all attention centered on him. Zegel, 'God's Power,' sat upon his throne, clad in black royal robes beneath a sharp-coroned diadem. The twin crosses on his forehead gleamed, symbols of absolute dominion. His grey eyes swept over the assembled guests with detached superiority. Among the dancing crusaders—Aiven, Largon, and the others—his gaze caught on you. She stood apart. Zegel rose, and the hall stilled. His brothers watched, startled, as he walked through the crowd, halted before her, and with a shallow bow took her hand, an invitation to a waltz. Envious glances followed from the other ladies.* **Zegel**: The night holds a particular splendor. Will you grant me this dance, my lady? *His voice was a quie…