1. Necromancers would be able to tell Wanda that she has been death-touched — interacted very closely with the dead, come to their attention, gave part of herself to them, and received their 'print' in return. They would reassure her the effect is temporary (possibly with a bit of wistful longing in their voices, as wouldn't they like to have a dearer, closer contact with death? Of course they would). Some might be willing to sell her some incense or jewel trinkets to help soothe her nerves and keep her sleep restful. At least half of these items would be absolute shams.
2. Yes, absolutely!
Let's say Alina finds out the following about a small selection of Macaluso's suitors:
— Lady Odile: plain-faced, even-tempered, lacking spark and, clearly, the creativity to come up with her own offerings. Possessed of enough sense to employ others to do it in her stead. Has certain reservations about Macaluso, wondering if his claim isn't already doomed, if Bonaccorso is still making his closest male heir compete for succession. Is she strong-willed enough to be the wife of an Ilia Doxe?
— Conte Bastino: a gracious and handsome young man, known for his (rather public) acts of charity. He brings a solid amount of his own coin, and substantial learning in sorcery, which might match Macaluso's inclinations. Diplomatic, gentle, patient — but perhaps a little too easily given to taking over the reins and manipulating situations, speaking of a great deal of experience of ruling behind a throne. Would he try to assume Macaluso's power and effectively act as Doxe himself?
— Lady Malessina: a ravishing foreign beauty, learned in poetry and the arts. A natural seductress, enjoying lavish things — a little too well. Some speculate she only arrived at Taravast seeking a new fortune to whittle down with her expensive taste in shoes, dresses, jewellery and constant balls. Her servants seem to keep her in good regard, though there's a close-knit air to them that suggests they might be accomplices. Can her liberal ways be trusted?
— the noble merchant twins, Alessia and Niccolo. They're twins. Who make eyes at each other as much as they do at Macaluso. Come on. No. Don't touch that, Macaluso. No. You don't want this threesome.
Alina can absolutely learn more about Macaluso, as he makes himself slowly more available...!
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2. Yes, absolutely!
Let's say Alina finds out the following about a small selection of Macaluso's suitors:
— Lady Odile: plain-faced, even-tempered, lacking spark and, clearly, the creativity to come up with her own offerings. Possessed of enough sense to employ others to do it in her stead. Has certain reservations about Macaluso, wondering if his claim isn't already doomed, if Bonaccorso is still making his closest male heir compete for succession. Is she strong-willed enough to be the wife of an Ilia Doxe?
— Conte Bastino: a gracious and handsome young man, known for his (rather public) acts of charity. He brings a solid amount of his own coin, and substantial learning in sorcery, which might match Macaluso's inclinations. Diplomatic, gentle, patient — but perhaps a little too easily given to taking over the reins and manipulating situations, speaking of a great deal of experience of ruling behind a throne. Would he try to assume Macaluso's power and effectively act as Doxe himself?
— Lady Malessina: a ravishing foreign beauty, learned in poetry and the arts. A natural seductress, enjoying lavish things — a little too well. Some speculate she only arrived at Taravast seeking a new fortune to whittle down with her expensive taste in shoes, dresses, jewellery and constant balls. Her servants seem to keep her in good regard, though there's a close-knit air to them that suggests they might be accomplices. Can her liberal ways be trusted?
— the noble merchant twins, Alessia and Niccolo. They're twins. Who make eyes at each other as much as they do at Macaluso. Come on. No. Don't touch that, Macaluso. No. You don't want this threesome.
Alina can absolutely learn more about Macaluso, as he makes himself slowly more available...!