Bethsaida Emil Galare
The former heir to the Eldritch throne.
Physical Appearance
Sea-green eyes [1]. Heart-shaped face, with a peak in her hairline in the center. [2]
Biography
At some point after leaving Escutcheon, Bethsaida was captured and enslaved by the Chatcaava, earning favor for Third-Who-Was, who arranged it. She was delivered to the Emperor's palace on the Throneworld. There, a pair of fellow alien slaves, a Malarai and a Tam-illee, attempted to shield her from touch; they placed themselves between her and Chatcaava, and slept in the doorway of the closet where Bethsaida slept to guard the entrance. They were ultimately unable to do so, and Bethsaida was presented to the court in a white shift and a silver collar set with opals. Bethsaida developed a strong touch sensitivity, ultimately resulting in a comalike unconsciousness. Nevertheless, the Emperor planned to rape her before the entire court, which would undoubtedly kill her.[1]
Lisinthir Nase Galare and the Slave Queen hatched a plot, with assistance from Fleet, to help the slaves escape. The plan required the Queen to Touch Bethsaida and take her pattern, and then Change to impersonate her for the presentation. Bethsaida was unable to tolerate her touch for long enough for the Touch to be completed, so the Queen took Lisinthir's pattern instead.[1]
The rescue was successful and Bethsaida was returned to her home, traumatized but intact. She later sent a message of thanks to Lisinthir and the Queen.[3]
Quotes
Trivia
- Her official palace portraits depict her with a sweet, simple style, free of cynicism.[1]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Even the Wingless, Part 1
- ↑ Healer's Wedding, Chapter 7
- ↑ Even the Wingless, Part Two