Buy me a coffeeCaelia, the Silver Fey Queen of the Mists
”Discover the tragic tale of Caelia, the Fairy Queen who ruled an island of women and met a sorrowful end.”
- Alias: The Silver Fey Queen of the Mists
- Gender: Female
- Race: Fey
- Occupation: Fey Queen and sovereign of an enchanted haven
- Religion: Fey spirituality; a deep reverence for the natural and mystical order (non-denominational)
- Allies:
- Her three daughters: Fidelia, Speranza, and Charissa
- Allied fey and kindred spirits within the Feywild
- Mortal heroes touched by her grace (e.g., the Faerie Knight)
- Enemies:
- Warmongering men and oppressive forces of war
- Agents of chaos that disrupt the natural balance
- Abode/ Base of Operations: Moonlit Haven—an enchanted island in the Feywild
- Nationality: Native of the Feywild (fey)
- Languages: Sylvan, Common, and other fey dialects
- Alignment: Neutral Good
- Affiliation(s):
- Fey Courts
- House of Holiness (as envisioned in literary allegory)
- The realm of Moonlit Haven
- Significant Others:
- Tom a Lincoln (her fabled mortal lover)
- The Faerie Knight (their child, symbolizing the union of mortal valor and fey magic)
Literary and Mythical Origins
In the ancient romances that have colored the annals of high fantasy, few figures shine as luminously as Caelia. In Tom a Lincoln, she is depicted as a powerful, independent ruler of a mysterious island—an enchanted haven populated solely by women who have cast off the chains of war by slaying their warmongering partners. It is on this fabled isle that Caelia’s passionate liaison with Tom a Lincoln unfolds, a union both defiant and tragic. Their forbidden romance, despite the barriers of mortal and fey realms, culminates in the birth of the Faerie Knight—a child destined to embody both the valor of men and the unpredictable magic of the fey.
In The Faerie Queene, Caelia’s myth is reimagined as she presides over the House of Holiness—a sanctuary where the downtrodden Redcrosse Knight finds not only refuge but also the strength to renew his spirit. Assisted by her three virtuous daughters—Fidelia, Speranza, and Charissa—she serves as an allegorical guide, offering healing, transformation, and protection to those who dare to seek redemption. Though Spenser’s portrayal is layered in allegory, Caelia’s essence remains clear: she is a fey queen whose ancient magic and wisdom bridge the mortal and enchanted realms.
Reimagined in the World
Caelia, the Silver Fey Queen of the Mists, strides forth from the mists of legend to become a mythic NPC in your campaign. Her storied past—rooted in the forbidden passion with Tom a Lincoln and the noble legacy of the Faerie Knight—infuses her with a complex blend of power, sorrow, and redemptive grace.
Legendary Deeds and Fabled Episodes
- The Isle of Reclaimed Peace: In ages long past, Caelia founded Moonlit Haven—an island sanctuary where the scars of war and the bitter taste of betrayal were healed under her nurturing care. One famous tale recounts how, amid the swirling silver mists, she rescued a shattered knight, guiding him back from the brink of despair with her potent fey magic. This act of mercy not only restored his honor but also solidified her reputation as a beacon of hope in a world torn apart by conflict.
- The Forbidden Romance with Tom a Lincoln: Among the most enduring legends is her tumultuous affair with Tom a Lincoln. Their secret love, ignited in a moment of fey passion and mortal longing, defied the strictures of both worlds. From this union was born the Faerie Knight—a child whose destiny was to walk the line between heroism and the untamed magic of the Feywild. This tale serves as a timeless reminder that great love is often as dangerous as it is beautiful.
- The Silvermoss Rebirth: Overwhelmed by the heartache of lost love and the burdens of leadership, Caelia once embraced a final, tragic act. In a moment of overwhelming sorrow, she plunged into the enchanted Silvermoss River—a ritual of self-sacrifice that, rather than claiming her life, transformed her. Reborn from the river’s iridescent waters, her spirit became intertwined with the endless cycle of death and renewal, cementing her role as a guardian of fate and transformation.
- The Midnight Trial of Fate: On moonless nights, tales speak of an ethereal figure emerging from the mists to test the hearts of wandering adventurers. In these spectral encounters, Caelia appears not merely as a benevolent healer but as a stern arbiter of destiny, challenging heroes to prove their worth and guiding them toward the path of true virtue.
Personality, Motivations, and Flaws
Caelia is a study in contrasts—a radiant force of compassion tempered by ancient sorrow. Her heart beats with a desire to restore balance in a world marred by strife, yet the memories of forbidden love and the heavy responsibilities of her role often cast a melancholy shadow over her countenance. Driven by the belief that every soul must endure its trials to grow, she administers her gifts as both blessings and lessons. While her wisdom and kindness are boundless, her profound grief occasionally renders her distant, her own pain a secret that only deepens her enigmatic allure.
Physical Appearance and Magical Features
Caelia is the embodiment of fey elegance. Standing tall and lithe, she drapes herself in robes woven from the essence of twilight—shifting in hue from soft silver to deep blue, adorned with intricate, stardust-like patterns. Her long, silver hair cascades in gentle waves, interlaced with delicate blossoms that glow with an inner luminescence. Her eyes, aglow with the light of distant celestial bodies, reflect the timeless wisdom of the fey. Crowning her brow is a circlet of intertwined silver vines and moonstones—a regal emblem of her sovereignty over fate and transformation.
From her back unfurl diaphanous, dragonfly-like wings that shimmer in the ambient glow, symbolizing her ability to traverse both the physical realm and the enigmatic depths of the Feywild.
Role in a Campaign
Caelia can be introduced in myriad ways:
- A Mysterious Ally: As the party teeters on the brink of despair—perhaps after a bitter defeat or a moral crisis—Caelia may emerge from the silver mists to offer healing and cryptic counsel, guiding them toward a greater destiny.
- A Moral Arbiter: Encountered during pivotal moments of self-discovery, she might test the party with subtle trials, challenging them to confront their inner demons and prove their worth, with her blessings unlocking hidden paths in their quest.
- A Figure of Tragic Legacy: In story arcs steeped in sorrow and redemption, her own haunted past—especially her fabled romance with Tom a Lincoln and the bittersweet legacy of the Faerie Knight—could position her as either a misunderstood mentor or a conflicted force whose personal struggles add layers of depth to the campaign’s narrative.
Caelia’s legend, woven from the threads of ancient romance and fey mysticism, endures as a timeless testament to the power of love, loss, and rebirth. Her storied past—with echoes of Tom a Lincoln and the heroic Faerie Knight—continues to inspire both mortal hearts and fey destinies. Whether as a luminous guide in dark times or a stern test of character, the Silver Fey Queen of the Mists remains an indelible force in the tapestry of fate, inviting adventurers to discover that even amid great sorrow, renewal and hope can blossom.
Caelia 5e
Caelia, Pathfinder
Caelia, the Silver Fey Queen of the Mists
Medium fey, neutral good
Armor Class 22 (natural armor)
Hit Points 350 (40d8 + 160)
Speed 40 ft., fly 60 ft. (hover)
| STR | DEX | CON | INT | WIS | CHA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 (+4) | 24 (+7) | 18 (+4) | 22 (+6) | 26 (+8) | 30 (+10) |
Saving Throws Dex +14, Wis +15, Cha +17
Skills Insight +15, Perception +15, Persuasion +17, Stealth +14
Damage Resistances radiant; bludgeoning, piercing, and slashing from nonmagical attacks
Damage Immunities poison
Condition Immunities charmed, frightened, poisoned
Senses truesight 120 ft., passive Perception 25
Languages Common, Elvish, Sylvan; telepathy 120 ft.
Challenge 26 (90,000 XP)
Legendary Resistance (3/Day).
If Caelia fails a saving throw, she can choose to succeed instead.
Innate Spellcasting.
Caelia’s innate spellcasting ability is Charisma (spell save DC 25, +17 to hit with spell attacks). She can innately cast the following spells, requiring no material components:
- At will: calm emotions, detect thoughts, misty step, moonbeam, plant growth, faerie fire, healing word, sanctuary
- 3/day each: greater restoration, mass suggestion, sunbeam, conjure fey, mass cure wounds, heroes’ feast
- 1/day each: control weather, time stop
Magic Resistance.
Caelia has advantage on saving throws against spells and other magical effects.
Magic Weapons.
Caelia’s weapon attacks are magical.
Speak with Beasts and Plants.
Caelia can communicate with beasts and plants as if they shared a language.
Actions
Multiattack. Caelia makes two attacks with her Moonlit Glaive.
Moonlit Glaive. Melee Weapon Attack: +14 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 19 (3d8 + 6) radiant damage.
Fey Charm (3/Day). Caelia targets one humanoid or beast she can see within 30 feet of her. If the target can see Caelia, it must succeed on a DC 25 Wisdom saving throw or be magically charmed for 1 day. The charmed creature regards Caelia as a trusted friend to be heeded and protected. Although the target isn’t under Caelia’s control, it takes her requests or actions in the most favorable way it can. Each time Caelia or her allies do anything harmful to the target, it can repeat the saving throw, ending the effect on a success.
Legendary Actions
Caelia can take 3 legendary actions, choosing from the options below. Only one legendary action option can be used at a time and only at the end of another creature’s turn. Caelia regains spent legendary actions at the start of her turn.
- Glaive Attack. Caelia makes one attack with her Moonlit Glaive.
- Shimmering Step (Costs 2 Actions). Caelia magically teleports up to 60 feet to an unoccupied space she can see.
- Radiant Pulse (Costs 3 Actions). Caelia emits a pulse of radiant energy. Each creature of her choice within 30 feet must make a DC 25 Constitution saving throw, taking 36 (8d8) radiant damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.
Lair Actions
On initiative count 20 (losing initiative ties), Caelia can take a lair action to cause one of the following effects; she can’t use the same effect two rounds in a row:
- Misty Terrain. The area within 120 feet of Caelia becomes heavily obscured by mist until initiative count 20 on the next round.
- Entwining Vines. Grasping vines erupt in a 20-foot radius centered on a point Caelia can see within 120 feet. Each creature in that area must succeed on a DC 25 Strength saving throw or be restrained until the end of Caelia’s next turn.
- Soothing Aura. Caelia chooses up to three creatures she can see within 60 feet. Each target regains 20 hit points and is freed from any charm or frightened conditions.
Regional Effects
The region containing Caelia’s lair is warped by her magic, which creates one or more of the following effects:
- Perpetual Twilight. The area within 6 miles of the lair is bathed in eternal twilight, with the sky displaying hues of purple and silver.
- Bountiful Flora. Plants within 3 miles of the lair grow more vigorously, producing abundant flowers and fruits regardless of the season.
- Calming Presence. Beasts within 1 mile of the lair are unusually calm and are not hostile unless provoked.
Role and Lore
Caelia, known as the Silver Fey Queen of the Mists, is a benevolent and enigmatic archfey who rules over an enchanted haven known as Moonlit Haven. She embodies the serene and transformative aspects of the Feywild, offering guidance and solace to those who seek redemption or enlightenment. Her presence is often accompanied by shimmering mists and the gentle glow of moonlight, reflecting her tranquil and mysterious nature.
Unique Traits and Relationships
- Guardian of Balance. Caelia strives to maintain harmony between the mortal realm and the Feywild, intervening when the balance is threatened.
- Allies and Enemies. She is allied with various good-aligned fey creatures and benevolent deities. However, she stands opposed to entities that sow discord and destruction, such as the Queen of Air and Darkness.
- Artifacts. Caelia wields the Moonlit Glaive, a weapon imbued with radiant energy, symbolizing her authority and connection to the moon’s power.
Caelia, the Silver Fey Queen of the Mists
CR 26
XP 2,457,600
Female unique nymph archfey
CG Medium fey (augmented nymph)
Init +15;** Senses** low-light vision, darkvision 120 ft., true seeing; Perception +45
Defense
AC 45, touch 28, flat-footed 34 (+11 Dex, +17 natural, +7 deflection)
hp 480 (40d6+320); fast healing 20
Fort +25, Ref +30, Will +32
Defensive Abilities blinding beauty (DC 37), unearthly grace; DR 15/cold iron and epic; Immune poison; Resist acid 30, cold 30, electricity 30, fire 30; SR 37
Offense
Speed 60 ft., fly 90 ft. (good)
Melee Moonlit Glaive +40/+35/+30/+25 (3d8+10/19–20 plus 2d6 radiant)
Special Attacks stunning glance (DC 37), fey charm (DC 37), radiant pulse (DC 37)
Spell-Like Abilities (CL 25th; concentration +37)
Constant—true seeing
At will—calm emotions (DC 25), detect thoughts (DC 25), faerie fire, healing word, misty step, moonbeam, plant growth, sanctuary
3/day—greater restoration, mass cure wounds, mass suggestion (DC 28), sunbeam (DC 28), heroes’ feast
1/day—control weather, time stop
Statistics
Str 18, Dex 32, Con 26, Int 24, Wis 28, Cha 34
Base Atk +20; CMB +24; CMD 52
Feats Combat Casting, Dodge, Mobility, Spring Attack, Weapon Finesse, Weapon Focus (glaive), Quicken Spell-Like Ability (faerie fire), Improved Critical (glaive), Flyby Attack, Great Fortitude, Iron Will, Lightning Reflexes
Skills Acrobatics +48, Diplomacy +50, Fly +48, Handle Animal +45, Heal +45, Knowledge (nature) +45, Perception +45, Perform (dance) +50, Sense Motive +45, Stealth +48, Use Magic Device +45
Languages Common, Elven, Sylvan; telepathy 120 ft.
Special Abilities
Blinding Beauty (Su) This ability affects all humanoids within 60 feet of Caelia. Those who look directly at her must succeed on a DC 37 Fortitude save or be permanently blinded. Caelia can suppress or resume this ability as a free action. The save DC is Charisma-based.
Fey Charm (Su) Caelia can charm a humanoid or beast within 30 feet. The target must succeed on a DC 37 Will save or be affected as though by a charm monster spell (caster level 25th). If Caelia or her allies harm the charmed creature, it can attempt a new saving throw to end the effect. The save DC is Charisma-based.
Radiant Pulse (Su) As a standard action, Caelia can emit a pulse of radiant energy. All creatures of her choice within 30 feet must make a DC 37 Fortitude save, taking 80 points of radiant damage on a failed save, or half as much on a successful one. The save DC is Charisma-based.
Unearthly Grace (Su) Caelia adds her Charisma modifier as a bonus on all her saving throws and as a deflection bonus to her Armor Class. (The statistics above reflect these bonuses).
Stunning Glance (Su) As a standard action, Caelia can stun a creature within 30 feet with a look. The target must succeed on a DC 37 Fortitude save or be stunned for 1d4 rounds. The save DC is Charisma-based.
Moonlit Glaive (Su) Caelia wields a magical glaive that glows with moonlight. It functions as a +5 glaive and deals an additional 2d6 radiant damage on a hit.
Ecology
Environment Any (Feywild)
Organization solitary (unique)
Treasure triple (including Moonlit Glaive)
Lore
Caelia, the Silver Fey Queen of the Mists, is an archfey of immense power and grace. She rules over an enchanted realm known as the Moonlit Haven, a sanctuary for those seeking peace and redemption. Her presence is often accompanied by shimmering mists and the gentle glow of moonlight, reflecting her serene and mysterious nature.
As a guardian of balance, Caelia strives to maintain harmony between the mortal realm and the Feywild, intervening when this equilibrium is threatened. She is allied with various good-aligned fey creatures and benevolent deities but opposes entities that sow discord and destruction, such as the Queen of Air and Darkness.
Her Moonlit Glaive symbolizes her authority and connection to the moon’s power, serving as both a weapon and a beacon of her radiant energy.