Ealaga fa Landreg is a Namornese noblewoman. She is married to Ambros fer Landreg and has four daughters by him. Before the 11th or 12th day of Mead Moon in 1043 KF, Ealaga was simply the wife of the steward of Clehamat Landreg. After her husband's cousin Sandrilene fa Toren signed the county to Ambros, she became Clehame fa Landreg, or "Countess of Landreg".
Biography[]
Early life[]
Ealaga knew of a woman who killed herself rather than live with the man who kidnapped her in the practice of bride kidnapping in Namorn, thus she has very strong feelings toward the practice, feelings that her husband does not really share until later.
At some point she married Ambros. As his father had also been a steward of Landreg, it is unknown when he became the head steward. She had four daughters by him.
Events in 1043 KF[]
Ealaga met Sandrilene fa Toren, Briar Moss, Daja Kisubo, and Trisana Chandler in 1043 KF when they briefly left the empress's entourage in order to see Sandry's lands. She also welcomed Finlach fer Hurich, Jakuben fer Pennun, Rizuka fa Dalach, and Caidlene fa Sarajane, the latter of whom was Ealaga's first cousin once removed.
Ealaga was happy to show Sandry and her friends around Landreg Castle. She told Sandry that Ambros had kept the knowledge of the increasing taxes from her because it was a matter of pride. When the Empress and her court came to visit Landreg Castle, Ealaga made sure that the servants set out their best fare.
After a kidnap attempt was made on Sandry in the Imperial Palace in Dancruan, Sandry announced her departure to Emelan. Ealaga and her husband tried to reason with her and it ended in a shouting match. When Ambros scolded Sandry for judging all Namornese men by the actions of a few, Ealaga was patient while she explained to Ambros that Sandry is reacting normally, as they teach all young unmarried women to view all men by the actions of a few. Briar hoped that Ealaga's rebuke would help Ambros think differently about Namorn's bride kidnapping custom.
After the four mages defeated Ishabal Ladyhammer at the border between Namorn and Olart, Sandry signed her lands and title over to Ambros in order to avoid another confrontation with the empress, effectively making him Cleham fer Landreg, and Ealaga Clehame fa Landreg.
Physical description[]
Ealaga is described as being quite tall, with hair more silver than blond at an early age.
Personality and traits[]
Ealaga is a very kind and gracious individual. She is patient and caring, and is willing to explain concepts in terms that are easily understandable. She is likable, and is even looked upon favorably by Empress Berenene, although the empress dislikes her husband for various reasons.
Further information[]
Ealaga is cousins to Caidy, so it is possible that her maiden name was "fa Sarajane".
Appearances[]
Ealaga only appears in The Will of the Empress.