The House du Clermont banner, a simple design upon a striped background of the family's chosen colors.
House du Clermont, in the earlier stages of their formation, was rather reserved and preferred to keep out of the public eye. They diligently provided works of art to the Leutz and Ithanian Courts, some that to this day are referred to as a masterpiece. Their family's trade soon developed from art pieces into tabacca sales across an even wider spread of the archipelago.
The most infamous ruler of the family Witteric du Clermont was, at first, a fairly respectable man, though his short-temper was infamous throughout the regions of Brissaud. He drove the family into a new era with his militaristic views, which is often looked back on as a rather bleak and disenfranchised period for the family.
Originating in the westerlands of Brissiaud, the House du Clermont was founded just east of the Ithanian court. This geographical situation was what largely resulted in the family's inclination towards the fine arts, entertainment, and materialism as opposed to the marshal focus some of their northern and eastern neighbors displayed. While they avoided the focus of the larger houses of the realm, House du Clermont themselves focused on building a moderate wealth in their coffers through the sale of fine arts and musical pieces to the Ithanian court.
As time went on, the du Clermont's were able to expand their influence through their wealth, thus garnering allies in various regions within Brissiaud. As their local influence grew larger, the family's founder Richarr du Clermont took an interest in tabacca farming. Unfortunately for the family, he quickly realized that Brissiaud's climate was not suited to grow the plant and turned his eyes to Daenshore where it grew like a weed. With his departure, he left his son Witteric to oversee the family's holdings while he built them the business empire they have today.
Tragically, Witteric's rule was not the most enlightened. While he started his reign as a fairly respectable and well-tempered man, his dealings with the Ithanian court quickly led him to grow bitter and quick to ire. His descent into his own rage quickly led to the family's shift from one of culture to one of marshal focus. With a steady supply of money coming from the family's now well-established tabacca trade, Witteric was able to fund a rather sizable army to enforce his will on local regions.
This totalitarian campaign ended prematurely when Witteric was assassinated by his own family's small council. Shortly after Witteric died, the standing army was dissolved by the small council in favor of returning to their trade and cultural focus. The small council also was tasked with electing a new ruler, as it was evident that traditional succession was not ideal anymore. Through a great deal of political footwork and promises made, the council placed their faith in a new ruler, Lady Priscilla du Clermont, daughter to Witteric. This came as a shock to many within the family as her elder brother Lucien was clearly far more qualified to be a patriarch. While her younger sister Perenelle celebrated her joyous election, her brothers and some of the older men in the family were quick to begin scheming against the young matriarch. With her goals differing quite greatly from her father's however, the family has begun to blossom once more.
Name: House du Clermont
(du Clehr-mont) | (Of the bright hill.)
The most infamous ruler of the family Witteric du Clermont was, at first, a fairly respectable man, though his short-temper was infamous throughout the regions of Brissaud. He drove the family into a new era with his militaristic views, which is often looked back on as a rather bleak and disenfranchised period for the family.
Originating in the westerlands of Brissiaud, the House du Clermont was founded just east of the Ithanian court. This geographical situation was what largely resulted in the family's inclination towards the fine arts, entertainment, and materialism as opposed to the marshal focus some of their northern and eastern neighbors displayed. While they avoided the focus of the larger houses of the realm, House du Clermont themselves focused on building a moderate wealth in their coffers through the sale of fine arts and musical pieces to the Ithanian court.
As time went on, the du Clermont's were able to expand their influence through their wealth, thus garnering allies in various regions within Brissiaud. As their local influence grew larger, the family's founder Richarr du Clermont took an interest in tabacca farming. Unfortunately for the family, he quickly realized that Brissiaud's climate was not suited to grow the plant and turned his eyes to Daenshore where it grew like a weed. With his departure, he left his son Witteric to oversee the family's holdings while he built them the business empire they have today.
Tragically, Witteric's rule was not the most enlightened. While he started his reign as a fairly respectable and well-tempered man, his dealings with the Ithanian court quickly led him to grow bitter and quick to ire. His descent into his own rage quickly led to the family's shift from one of culture to one of marshal focus. With a steady supply of money coming from the family's now well-established tabacca trade, Witteric was able to fund a rather sizable army to enforce his will on local regions.
This totalitarian campaign ended prematurely when Witteric was assassinated by his own family's small council. Shortly after Witteric died, the standing army was dissolved by the small council in favor of returning to their trade and cultural focus. The small council also was tasked with electing a new ruler, as it was evident that traditional succession was not ideal anymore. Through a great deal of political footwork and promises made, the council placed their faith in a new ruler, Lady Priscilla du Clermont, daughter to Witteric. This came as a shock to many within the family as her elder brother Lucien was clearly far more qualified to be a patriarch. While her younger sister Perenelle celebrated her joyous election, her brothers and some of the older men in the family were quick to begin scheming against the young matriarch. With her goals differing quite greatly from her father's however, the family has begun to blossom once more.
Name: House du Clermont
(du Clehr-mont) | (Of the bright hill.)
Sigil: The sun rising behind a barren tree on a hill surrounded by wilted flowers.
Banner: A simple purple and green striped background, with purple detailing and the crest's tree filling the center.
Colors: Teal, Navy Blue with Black hues, Electric Purple and Gold.
Family Culture: Leutz-Vixe and Ithanian, predominantly Leutz-Vixe.
Religion: Strictly Unionist, though does not adhere to the Religion much outside of prayer.
Family Trade: House du Clermont mainly deals in the tabacca trade and creates their own original line of siggs and garretts, though also has a few underhand dealings in the opium trade and countless courtesan dens.
Common: Faith Carries Us, Faith Protects us. | D'Ithanian: La foi nous porte, la foi nous protège.
Male born du Clermont
Men born to the House du Clermont are often well built, their body builds ranging from average to muscular depending on parentage and their role taken in the family. In height, the men stand around 5'9 to 6'2, again dependant upon parentage. Hair color tends to range anywhere from light brown to strawberry blonde, maintaining a similar range to the females of the family. Their eyes and facial features are also somewhat similar with their eyes having a smokey green color and their facial structure is quite strong and angular.
Female born du Clermont
The women of the du Clermont line are blessed with fine figures that range from the standard figure to a more femme-fatale look. Their heights tend to range from 5'7 to 5'10 depending on parentage. The women's hair is often a blonde of strawberry hue but may on rare occasions appear more of a light brown shade. This hair color is often a fair compliment to their strong, yet feminine facial features Typically, cousins to the main line will have simply golden hair that often has a natural curl to it. The women, like the men, display clouded green eyes that have become a defining characteristic of the family.
Female d'Amboise:
The women of the d'Amboise line have curvaceous to thin frames, often cinched with a corset and padded with many petticoats. Their heights tend to fluctuate between 5'6 to 5'8 depending on their parentage. The women's hair is often a light ginger, with a naturally straight texture. The women of the d'Amboise often style their hair into curls and soft waves, accessorizing their faux curls with golden bands and ribbons. Their features are certainly gentler than their Leutz-Vixe kin, often holding a more heart-shaped face with fuller cheeks and lips. The females of the Ithanian line, much like the males, sport a deep emerald gaze, freckles dotting over their cheeks and the bridge of the nose.
Male d'Amboise:
The males of the line tend to stick to the leaner side of musculature with average to sinewy due to their lack of military inclination. Heights tend to vary with an average range of 5'8 to 6'0. The men of the d'Amboise often have longer, poncier hair as compared to the men of the main line and rarely maintain facial hair. In regards to their facial features, the men tend to have rounder heads and faces as opposed to the main line, often with sharper noses and gentler jawlines.
The Elder Council | The Small Council
Consisting of the family's ruler, trusted advisors, and two favored courtiers, the Small Council acts as an assisting body that oversees affairs as tasked by the regent. The individuals sat upon the council may, however, be dismissed by the regentBanner: A simple purple and green striped background, with purple detailing and the crest's tree filling the center.
Colors: Teal, Navy Blue with Black hues, Electric Purple and Gold.
Family Culture: Leutz-Vixe and Ithanian, predominantly Leutz-Vixe.
Religion: Strictly Unionist, though does not adhere to the Religion much outside of prayer.
Family Trade: House du Clermont mainly deals in the tabacca trade and creates their own original line of siggs and garretts, though also has a few underhand dealings in the opium trade and countless courtesan dens.
Common: Faith Carries Us, Faith Protects us. | D'Ithanian: La foi nous porte, la foi nous protège.
Male born du Clermont
Men born to the House du Clermont are often well built, their body builds ranging from average to muscular depending on parentage and their role taken in the family. In height, the men stand around 5'9 to 6'2, again dependant upon parentage. Hair color tends to range anywhere from light brown to strawberry blonde, maintaining a similar range to the females of the family. Their eyes and facial features are also somewhat similar with their eyes having a smokey green color and their facial structure is quite strong and angular.
Female born du Clermont
The women of the du Clermont line are blessed with fine figures that range from the standard figure to a more femme-fatale look. Their heights tend to range from 5'7 to 5'10 depending on parentage. The women's hair is often a blonde of strawberry hue but may on rare occasions appear more of a light brown shade. This hair color is often a fair compliment to their strong, yet feminine facial features Typically, cousins to the main line will have simply golden hair that often has a natural curl to it. The women, like the men, display clouded green eyes that have become a defining characteristic of the family.
Female d'Amboise:
The women of the d'Amboise line have curvaceous to thin frames, often cinched with a corset and padded with many petticoats. Their heights tend to fluctuate between 5'6 to 5'8 depending on their parentage. The women's hair is often a light ginger, with a naturally straight texture. The women of the d'Amboise often style their hair into curls and soft waves, accessorizing their faux curls with golden bands and ribbons. Their features are certainly gentler than their Leutz-Vixe kin, often holding a more heart-shaped face with fuller cheeks and lips. The females of the Ithanian line, much like the males, sport a deep emerald gaze, freckles dotting over their cheeks and the bridge of the nose.
Male d'Amboise:
The males of the line tend to stick to the leaner side of musculature with average to sinewy due to their lack of military inclination. Heights tend to vary with an average range of 5'8 to 6'0. The men of the d'Amboise often have longer, poncier hair as compared to the men of the main line and rarely maintain facial hair. In regards to their facial features, the men tend to have rounder heads and faces as opposed to the main line, often with sharper noses and gentler jawlines.
The Elder Council | The Small Council
*Character personalities are not permanent and may be changed to whatever you feel comfortable playing through the application process.
Red = Played
Orange = Playable
*Orange = Playable under circumstance
Black = Deceased
Blue = Unplayable
Green = Up to discretion of wife/husband/parent(s) player.
Purple = Missing, Disowned, Etc
Orange = Playable
*Orange = Playable under circumstance
Black = Deceased
Blue = Unplayable
Green = Up to discretion of wife/husband/parent(s) player.
Purple = Missing, Disowned, Etc
- *Henri du Clermont - 80 years old. - Since being a young man, Henri has always been drawn to the workings of the Synod, eventually leading to him pledging service to the spirit and donning the cloth. Even in his old age, he remains stoic and often advises those in his family on religious matters. Henri holds a position on the Elder Council and has for a number of years.
- Charlotte du Clermont - 76 years old. - Charlotte is the wife to Henri and is as equally spiritual as her husband. With such a love for the Spirit, you'd expect Charlotte to be a loving and endearing elderly woman, but such isn't the case. Over the years she's grown dissatisfied with her marriage and bitter over the family's overall direction.
- Jean-Luc du Clermont - 45 years old. - Jean-Luc is the son to both Charlotte and Henri. With Henri's stoic and firm manner, Jean-Luc grew up into a disciplined military man. At a young age, Jean-Luc was sent to study the art of Command and returned home eager to enjoy the splendors of life. He was immediately married to his first and only wife, Claudine. The two had two children together, two daughters. As Jean-Luc grew into an older gentleman, he grew irritable and sour, even abusive. The family tends to avoid him as a consequence.
- Claudine du Clermont - Would have been 43 years old. - When she was alive, Claudine had a flair for the arts and was loved by all. She was a gentle and demure lady and an excellent wife. Claudine was a jack of all trades, dabbling in paints and often sketching designs in her free time.
- Anise du Clermont - 28 years old. - Anise is the daughter of Jean-Luc and Claudine, and as a result of her father's harsh and sour demeanor, is rather introverted. Anise tends to pour her emotions out into her work rather than opening up about it, and much like her mother has a flair for painting. She often looks upon her mother's work for comfort after her father has gone into an abusive rage. [ @EpsilonPanda ]
- Claudine du Clermont - 27 years old. - The second daughter to Claudine and Jean-Luc, and ultimately the reason for her mother's death. Claudine, named after her mother, has a rather outspoken and flamboyant attitude, which often draws the ire of her father. She often draws the short end of the stick when it comes to her father's short temper, hiding away to work on the designs once drawn by her mother.
- *Lucienne du Clermont - 67 years old. - Lucienne is very much known as the mother of the family, treating each child as her own since she herself is barren of any. Since the death of her husband and child, Lucienne has been left a sensitive grief-stricken woman, but that doesn't impede her work. Lucienne is a gifted financialist trained in various banking techniques, And as a result, holds a seat on the Elder Council.
- Philippe du Clermont - Would have been 70 years old. - Philippe was an unremarkable man, and could even be described as boring. He was often avoided in social settings, and how Lucienne could put up with his stories was a mystery to all. In the end, the man died a rather unoriginal death and passed away from a heart attack.
- Diana du Clermont - Would have been 46 years old. - The first and last child conceived by Lucienne, who died suddenly in her crib as she slept. Since her and her father's death, Diana's mother has been left in a continuous state of mourning.
- Richarr du Clermont - 68 years old. - Richarr was known as a very focused and competitive man, building house du Clermont up from nothing. Richarr was always very ambitious and business-savvy, setting up the house du Clermont tabacca trade bit by bit with the goal of providing the family with stable income.
- *Anaïs du Clermont - 66 years old. - As the wife of the founding patriarch and the mother of the current matriarch, Anaïs is more than proud of her lineage. Personality wise, she is a practical and level-minded elderly woman with a degree from the School of Statesmanship. Anaïs works as the house lawmaster, and with her skills in diplomacy, judiciary, and commerce, she is more than deserving of her seat on the Elder Council.
- Witteric du Clermont - Would have been 43 years old. - Witteric was the son of Richarr and Anaïs and had a short rule over the family until he was assassinated by the Elder Council. Witteric was known for his explosive temper and unreasonable nature, refusing to take the thoughts of his family into account.
- *Adelheid du Clermont nee d'Amboise - 41 years old. - Adelheid du Clermont, previously d'Amboise, is a graduate from the school of t'Hôterie with renowned promiscuity. She's known throughout her family as an adulterous wench, the woman who mainly caused Witteric's madness. After her husband's death, she was branded on the forehead with an 'A' to mark her unfaithfulness. Currently, her whereabouts are unknown.
- Priscilla du Clermont - 26 years old. - The current matriarch and the eldest daughter of Witteric and Adelheid. She's skilled in the art of alchemy and in business, she has even been considered quite savvy in political pursuits. Even with her status as the matriarch, she continues to struggle with pleasing the family and often feels on edge. [ @Ryria ]
- Ceufroy du Clermont nee du Pont - 27 years old. - The husband to the reigning matriarch, marrying into the family after the fall of his house and the assassination of his kin. Ceufroy is a graduate from the Order of the Lion Pelt and is the newest addition to the family. [ @Hexicanum ]
- Lucien du Clermont - 26 years old. - Lucien is the twin brother to Priscilla and some that many would consider the rightful leader of the family. Lucien is a graduate from the School of Wapnbog, and often acts as an advisor to his sister on various political and family matters. [ @Patsie ]
- Perenelle du Clermont - 25 years old. - Perenelle, affectionately dubbed as Pear, is far from sweet. A graduate from the School of Matrais, and the middle child of the du Clermont siblings. Perenelle is known to be quite cunning when she wants to be, able to manipulate her kin with ease. [ @WaterDruppel ]
- Laurent du Clermont - 23 years old. - Laurent is the youngest of the du Clermont siblings, a rosy-cheeked young lad who is most focused on enjoying his life and the opportunities made available for him by his elder sister, Priscilla. A graduate from the School of Villiers Eclaire, Laurent is one of the more devout members of House du Clermont. [ @Battlebrawn ]
- Adallinda du Clermont - 39 years old. - Adallinda is the daughter to Richarr and Anaïs du Clermont, the middle child of the siblings. Adallinda was the stark contrast to her elder brother, Richarr. She is a compassionate and generous woman, often spending her time organizing many charity organizations and events. Adallinda is considered the perfect Leutz woman, with a patriarchal mindset.
- Odulf du Clermont - 42 years old. - Odulf is unsympathetic and self-confident, and could also be described as arrogant. He's been married to Adallinda for many years, siring two sons with his wife. Some would say that Odulf is a stereotypical Leutz-Vixe man, with a militaristic mindset. Odulf is currently dissatisfied with the matriarch and had much in common with her deceased father.
- Médard du Clermont - 28 years old. - Médard is the eldest son of Odulf and Adallinda du Clermont and is often described as contemplative, self-indulgent and practical. Every single action he partakes in has a specific meaning to him, and he can often be found deep in thought and oblivious to the happenings of the world around him in this state.
- Leutfrid du Clermont - 27 years old. - Leutfrid is the second son to Odulf to Adallinda and is quite close to his cousin Laurent. Leutfrid is a wild and untameable man with a flirtatious and charming nature. He's proven to be quite difficult when it comes to family gatherings, more often than not drinking himself into a comatose state.
- Camilla du Clermont - 38 years old. - The youngest of her three siblings, Camilla follows her sister's compassionate nature coupled with an adventurous spirit. She is an avid traveler and takes pleasure in seeing the wider world, though upholds the Leutz culture. Camilla is also very family orientated, though prefers to let her sons learn from experience.
- Roland du Clermont - 40 years old. - Roland originally came from a lower noble family with a naval background, meeting Camilla when she joined one of his voyages as a passenger. He married her soon afterward and upheld his naval career whilst raising their two sons. Roland is a man who likes to enjoy life to the fullest, with a large collection of artifacts following his adventures over the years.
- Gabriel du Clermont - 25 years old. - The oldest of two brothers, Gabriel was encouraged to follow in his father's footsteps and join the naval academy. As a result, his personality is more serious and tactical than the rest of his family, though he knows how to enjoy himself when able. He enjoys the company of his uncle, Odulf, and tends to follow his views regarding the running of the du Clermont.
- Lucas du Clermont - 23 years old. - Whilst experiencing the same practical upbringing as Gabriel, Lucas is considerably closer to his parents and their perspective on life. He was encouraged to do as he wished regarding his schooling, as long as it made the family proud, and is eager to socialize and embrace new challenges. Some might say that Lucas was spoiled by the generosity of his parents, though he is quick to deny this.
- Eléonore d'Amboise - Would have been 69 years old. - Mother of Adelheid, grandmother to the current matriarch and her siblings.
- Gerold d'Amboise - 70 years old. - The husband of Eléonore and the father of Adelheid, grandfather to the current matriarch and her siblings.
- Stephane d'Amboise - 42 years old. - The son of Eléonore and Gerold, sibling to Adelheid and the uncle to the current matriarch and her siblings.
- Inès d'Amboise - 39 years old. - The wife of Stephane and the mother of his three children, aunt to the current matriarch and her siblings.
- Cäcilia d'Amboise - 25 years old. - The daughter of Stephane and Inès, cousin to the current matriarch and her siblings.
- Julien d'Amboise - 24 years old. - The son of Stephane and Inès, cousin to the current matriarch and her siblings.
- Rodolphe d'Amboise - 22 years old. - The son of Stephane and Inès, cousin to the current matriarch and her siblings.
- Matilda d'Amboise - 37 years old. - The daughter of Gerold and Eléonore, sibling to Adelheid and the aunt to the current matriarch and her siblings.
- Merovech d'Amboise - 39 years old. - The husband of Matilda and the father of their child, the uncle to the current matriarch and her siblings.
- Elisabeth d'Amboise - 24 years old. - The daughter of Matilda and Merovech and the cousin to the current matriarch and her siblings.
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