![[Queen Neri.png]] # Queen Neri _Storm Giant Queen | [[Stewards of the Eternal Throne]] | [[Red Rocks]] (Murdered)_ ## Summary The beloved late Queen of the Storm Giants and secret member of the [[Stewards of the Eternal Throne]], known for her unprecedented diplomatic outreach to smaller races. A prophetic oracle who foresaw apocalyptic futures, she was tragically assassinated by the [[Gilded Gallows]]. A wooden coin painted with a golden goose was found near her body—the only clue to her killers. %% ## At a Glance Regal storm giant with pale blue-gray skin and long platinum-white hair adorned with flowing ribbons. Elegant dark robes with ornate bronze or gold detailing. Serene expression carrying a hint of melancholy and distant wisdom, as if seeing beyond the present moment. Melodic tones reminiscent of gentle waves. Touched her heart before gesturing outward when speaking of deeply held beliefs. Distant look when experiencing visions. Empathetic, diplomatic, wise, natural peacemaker with unwavering dedication to ideals. ## Personality **Prophetic Oracle:** Possessed the gift of sight, experiencing visions of two apocalyptic futures—draconic tyranny under a godlike blue dragon or undead dominion under an ancient red dracolich. **Secret Member:** Belonged to the Stewards of the Eternal Throne, dedicated to peaceful giant-small folk relations. Authored unfinished "The Teachings of Annam's Intent." **Family Betrayal:** Murdered by her own daughters [[Mirran]] and [[Nym]] who were manipulated by [[Iymrith]] and provided intelligence for the assassination. **Murder Investigation:** The golden goose coin links her death to [[Khaspere Drylund]] and the [[Grand Dame]]. Her spirit continues guiding heroes like [[Reese]] from beyond death. Sensed the storm giant court was infiltrated before her death—a warning that proved tragically accurate. ## Quote _"In the harmonious dance of the tides, we find that all beings, great and small, share the same rhythm of life."_ ## Background Born to a lesser branch of Storm Giant nobility, Neri gained renown for diplomatic missions to coastal settlements, developing fascination and respect for smaller races. These experiences led her to join the secretive Stewards of the Eternal Throne. Her marriage to Hekaton began as political alliance but blossomed into genuine love. Her gentle influence gradually shifted his perspective toward greater tolerance. She raised her daughters with varying success—Serissa embraced her values, while Mirran and Nym maintained more traditional views. Shortly before her death, she began compiling "The Teachings of Annam's Intent." Her final visions were terrifying prophecies of two possible futures. She also sensed that the court itself had been compromised. ## Stats **Storm Giant** (MM 156) with Insight +8, Persuasion +9, fluency in all giant languages plus Common. %%