# ![[Pasted image 20251013085645.png|200]] ```toon house_name: House Lebeda motto: Trade and Triumph crest: primary_symbol: object: golden swan description: "A regal golden swan gliding gracefully across the water, wings slightly raised in a poised arc to symbolize elegance, prosperity, and ambition." style: "ornate and illuminated, with subtle feather filigree" position: "centered on the shield, facing dexter" color: metallic gold secondary_elements[2]{object,description,position,color}: merchant’s balance scales,"A pair of delicate golden scales beneath the swan, representing trade and fair dealing.",base of shield,bright gold stylized wave motif,Subtle azure waves symbolizing Lake Reykal and Lebeda’s mastery of river trade.,lower field,"#3a6fa0" field: pattern: solid with subtle water ripple texture colors[2]: "#0e2a60" "#3a6fa0" division_style: plain field texture: silken enamel finish accents: trim_color: bright gold metallic_details: polished brass filigree along shield edges light_effect: luminous gleam emphasizing gold highlights shield_shape: Italian-style heater shield with rounded base ornamentation: helm: type: noble visored helm color: steel with gold trim crest: small golden swan wings rising upward mantling: colors[2]: deep blue gold style: velvet drapery with embroidered wave patterns banner: text: Trade and Triumph color: navy silk with gold embroidery placement: below shield background: pattern: subtle blue silk damask color: "#1b2f5f" texture: smooth with faint shimmer vibe[4]: opulent merchant nobility renaissance wealth measured ambition refined diplomacy inspiration: "Venetian merchant princes, late Renaissance trade empires" metadata: artist_reference: DALL·E 2025-02-22 16.28.32 - House Lebeda heraldic crest style_keywords[5]: heraldic art noble emblem Venetian Renaissance metallic gold detailing ornate realism usage_notes: "Used on trade seals, banners, and Silverhall’s fleet pennants. Gold tones should reflect true metallic finish when illuminated." ``` # ### **House Lebeda** - **Motto/Sigil:** *“Trade and Triumph”* / A golden swan on a deep blue field. - **Region & Holdings:** House Lebeda controls **Lake Reykal** and its surrounding fertile lands, with their seat at **Silverhall**, a prosperous trade hub. - **House Colors:** Deep blue and gold. - **Societal Standing:** **Wealthy merchant nobility**, often seen as upstarts by more traditional houses. - **Primary Industry:** **Trade, river commerce, and mercantile ventures.** Their control over **Brevoy’s water routes** makes them an economic powerhouse. --- ### **House Structure & Leadership** - **Current Head of House:** **Dame [[Sarrona Lebeda]]** – A shrewd and calculating matriarch, balancing ambition with pragmatism. - **Heirs & Family Members:** - **[[Lander Lebeda]]** – A young heir, untested in politics, rumored to be ambitious but unproven. - **[[Evelyne Marwin-Whitewood]] (née Lebeda)** – Brinn’s mother, a connection tying Whitewood and Lebeda together through marriage. - **Loyal Retainers & Advisors:** - **Sir [[Kalas Montclair]]** – Military advisor, commanding Silverhall’s defenses. - **[[Nerissa Fairwind]]** – Diplomatic envoy, skilled in negotiations and subterfuge. - **Notable Ancestral Figures:** - **Lord Kellan Lebeda** – Expanded the house’s influence into international trade, securing ties with the River Kingdoms. --- ### **Politics & Influence** - **Alliances & Rivals:** - **At odds with House Surtova**, seeing them as oppressive tyrants. - **Willing to ally with Rivermarch**, but only if it benefits their trade empire. - **Neutral with House Garess**, but eyeing their control over the Golushkin Mountains. - **Political Ideals:** **Expansionist, opportunistic, and profit-driven.** They believe Brevoy should be ruled by wealth, not lineage. - **Reputation:** Known as **cunning dealmakers**—some call them visionary traders, others call them **scheming opportunists**. - **Enemies & Feuds:** House Surtova sees them as **a growing threat** and would love to undercut their power. - **Military Power:** - **Household guard of well-trained mercenaries** rather than a formal army. - **Naval control of Lake Reykal, with river patrols and trade vessels.** - **Magical Affinity:** Employs **arcane consultants** for navigation, economic divinations, and weather control. --- ### **House History & Lore** - **Founding & Origins:** - Once a **humble mercantile family**, Lebeda **bought** their nobility through calculated marriages and economic leverage. - Their rise to power was **fast and disruptive**, earning them both **envy and resentment** from Brevoy’s old bloodlines. - **Greatest Triumphs:** - Establishing **Silverhall** as Brevoy’s **trading capital**. - Outmaneuvering House Surtova in key trade negotiations, forcing them to concede control over several lucrative routes. - **Darkest Secrets:** - Rumored to **fund pirate operations** along the Sellen River to harass rival merchants. - Some suspect they are **secretly backing a Rogarvian restoration** to overthrow House Surtova. - **Current Struggles:** - **Political isolation**—without strong allies, they risk being surrounded by enemies. - **Internal conflict**—traditionalists within the house dislike their rapid expansion and mercantile focus. --- ### **Culture & Traditions** - **Core Values & Customs:** - **Trade is king.** Every deal must be profitable, and every opportunity must be seized. - **Education in business and diplomacy** is expected of every Lebeda heir. - **Preferred Fighting Style:** - **Duelists and skirmishers,** favoring speed and precision. - Employs **mercenaries and privateers** over traditional levies. - **Religious Affiliations:** - Worships **Abadar**, god of commerce and civilization. - **Symbols of Power:** - **The Golden Ledger** – A record of every trade agreement and contract in the house’s history. - **The Reykal Fleet** – A private navy patrolling the lake and riverways. --- ### **Additional Notes** - **Inspiration & Vibe:** - **Venetian Merchant Princes** meets **Renaissance-era trade moguls.** - **Potential Story Hooks:** - House Lebeda might be willing to invest in Rivermarch’s economy—**for a steep price.** - **Surtova is looking to sabotage them**, and Rivermarch could be caught in the crossfire. - **A hidden contract or debt might come due**, forcing unexpected obligations.