**Valanara** — The Temptress General **Title:** The Temptress General **Classification:** Succubus (Fiend) **Origin:** Nine Hells **Alignment:** Lawful Evil --- ### Overview Valanara is no ordinary succubus nor even an average general—she is the sword arm of Queen [[Krynvia]]'s hidden empire. As General of the Naked Maidens, she commands all covert forces, succubus operatives, and assassins in [[Krynvia]]'s network across Solare. She is spoken of in whispers, feared by her enemies and obeyed without hesitation by her agents. Her name carries weight, her presence halts breath, and her beauty is the blade that cleaves resistance. Stories swirl about her origins. Some claim she was the first succubus to swear loyalty to [[Krynvia]] and in doing so was remade through ritual and magic into something greater—a general who bends demons and mortals alike to her command. Others claim Valanara was created by [[Krynvia]] herself, crafted from shadow and will to serve as her instrument of unbreakable order. Whatever the truth, none dare question her authority. --- ### Appearance - Wears striking black-and-crimson infernal plate armor, etched with runes of domination - Stands tall and statuesque, with eyes like smoldering embers and long, jet-black hair in a battle braid - Her natural form (seldom seen) is nude, with flawless white human skin that glows faintly in low light. Her beauty is hauntingly divine—both familiar and alien—and her presence commands silence and awe. - Her wings shimmer with sharp metallic edges, like the wings of a raven forged from blades - Rarely smiles, and when she does, it is a warning --- ### Personality - **Commanding & Ruthless:** Accepts no failure from those under her command - **Seductively Intimidating:** Her beauty is weaponized; her voice can still a room - **Loyal to [[Krynvia]]:** Would burn the world for her queen without hesitation - **Disciplined & Strategic:** Thinks in campaigns, not moments - **Fearsome Reputation:** Feared even among allies **Notable Quote:** _"Obedience is not submission. It is the foundation of power."_ --- ### Role in [[Krynvia]]'s Empire - **Military Commander:** Oversees strategic movement and training of agents - **Punishment & Discipline:** Final arbiter of betrayal within the Naked Maidens - **Infernal Diplomat:** Handles all dealings with demon lords and devil nobles - **Tavern Enforcer:** Commands respect even in the Naked Maidens Tavern, second only to [[Krynvia]] --- ### Stat Block (D&D 5e) **Valanara** _Medium Fiend (Shapechanger), Lawful Evil_ **Armor Class:** 21 (natural armor) **Hit Points:** 362 (40d12 + 102) **Speed:** 30 ft., fly 60 ft. **Initiative:** +4 |STR|DEX|CON|INT|WIS|CHA| |---|---|---|---|---|---| |14 (+2)|18 (+4)|16 (+3)|12 (+1)|15 (+2)|25 (+7)| **Saving Throws:** WIS +10, CHA +15, CON +11 **Skills:** Arcana +9, Deception +17, Persuasion +17 **Damage Resistances:** Cold, Fire, Lightning; Bludgeoning, Piercing, and Slashing from Nonmagical Attacks **Condition Immunities:** Charmed, Frightened, Poisoned **Senses:** Darkvision 60 ft., Passive Perception 12 **Languages:** Abyssal, Common, Infernal, Telepathy 60 ft. **Challenge:** 26 (90,000 XP) **Proficiency Bonus:** +8 --- ### Traits **Infernal Charm.** Any creature that attempts to charm Valanara must succeed on a DC 21 Wisdom saving throw or be charmed for 1 hour. **Aura of Temptation.** Creatures within 10 feet of her have disadvantage on saving throws against being charmed or frightened. **Spellcasting.** Valanara is a 20th-level spellcaster (Charisma-based, DC 22, +15 to hit). **At will:** _charm person, minor illusion, eldritch blast_ **3/day:** _fear, counterspell, dominate person_ **1/day:** _power word stun, dominate monster_ **Legendary Resistance (3/Day).** If Valanara fails a saving throw, she can choose to succeed instead. --- ### Actions **Multiattack.** Makes two _Thorn Whip_ attacks and one _Soul Rend_ attack. **Thorn Whip.** Melee Attack: +19 to hit, 4d10+6 piercing damage. Target must succeed on DC 22 Constitution save or be restrained until end of next turn. **Soul Rend.** Melee Attack: +19 to hit, 10d10+8 necrotic damage. Target must succeed on DC 24 Wisdom save or be incapacitated until end of next turn. **Tempting Shadow (Recharge 5–6).** 30-ft-radius aura of darkness. Each creature must make DC 23 Wisdom save or take 15d10 psychic damage and be blinded until end of their next turn. **Etherealness.** Enters Ethereal Plane or returns to Material Plane. --- ### Legendary Actions (3/round) **Alluring Gaze (1 Action).** One creature within 60 ft. must make DC 22 Wisdom save or be charmed until end of next turn. While charmed, target has disadvantage on saves vs Valanara's melee attacks. **Dreadful Allure (2 Actions).** Target within 60 ft. must make DC 22 Charisma save or be paralyzed until end of Valanara's next turn. **Nightmare Embrace (3 Actions).** 20-ft-radius. All creatures must make DC 24 Intelligence save or take 14d10 psychic damage and become frightened until end of next turn. --- ### Final Notes Valanara is the epitome of lethal elegance. While other succubi seduce for pleasure or power, she seduces as a means of war. When she appears, it means judgment has already been passed. Her loyalty to [[Krynvia]] is absolute, her discipline unshakable, and her purpose singular: protect the throne through dominance, strategy, and fear. 1. **"I don't need to raise my voice. Your trembling speaks volumes."** 2. **"Your loyalty is measured not in words... but in blood."** 3. **"Desire is a weapon. Learn to wield it, or be cut down by those who can."** 4. **"Kneel. Not for my pleasure, but for your survival."** 5. **"You think beauty makes me soft? No. It makes you careless."** 6. **"Every order I give is law. Obey, or become an example."** 7. **"You want mercy? Ask [[Krynvia]]. I offer results."** 8. **"I’ve slain angels for less insolence than that look."** 9. **"Your fear is not weakness... unless you try to hide it from me."** 10. **"The battlefield is not the only place I conquer. Remember that."** 11. **"Touch my armor without permission, and I will replace your hand with regret."** 12. **"I do not seduce. I command. If you feel tempted, that is your failing."** 13. **"I’ve danced in hellfire and walked through the dreams of dying gods. You will not impress me easily."** 14. **"You live today because I see a use for you. Pray that never changes."** 15. **"There’s a difference between submission and surrender. One keeps you alive."** 16. **"Tell me the truth. Or I’ll carve it out of your memories myself."** 17. **"My armor is not for defense. It is a reminder: I choose restraint."** 18. **"Your pulse just quickened. Fear or arousal?"** _(pause, then smiles coldly)_ "Either suits me." 19. **"When [[Krynvia]] speaks, I act. When I speak, you move."** 20. **"I do not ask for devotion. I command it. And I expect nothing less."**