Alustriel Silverhand

Lore & Background

Time has not been kind to those around Alustriel; she has outlived peers and endured the death of her beloved husband, yet these losses only forged a harder resolve. She balances diplomatic brilliance with combat prowess, acting as both mediator between warring factions and shield against magical calamities. While her connection to the Weave allows for feats beyond mortal comprehension, she remains grounded in humanity, prioritizing the safety of her people above personal glory.

In Their Own Story

The winter wind cut through Silverymoon’s cobbled streets, carrying the scent of pine and snow. High atop the Tower of the Moon, Alustriel Silverhand stood silhouetted against a twilight sky, her silver hair catching the faint light in the gale. Below, the city slept, unaware of the tremors shaking the High Pass miles away. She raised a hand; the air hummed as she wove a protective ward into the very stones below. With a breath steady despite centuries of experience, she signaled the guard and turned her gaze toward the gathering dark, ready to face whatever came next.

Reader's Guide

Alustriel Silverhand embodies the synthesis of sovereign and sorceress. As Lady Lord, her authority stems from a long campaign to unite the fractious tribes of the North under Silverymoon’s banner. She commands high-level arcane magic, specializing in evocation and abjuration, using these gifts not for conquest but as a shield against existential threats like drow invasions. While often serene, Alustriel is fiercely protective and will unleash terrifying power when her city is threatened. She acts as a stabilizing anchor for heroes across Faerûn, offering counsel rather than command. Her legacy is defined by preservation: she builds walls to keep chaos out so that civilization can grow within.

Did You Know?

• Mystra is the Mistress of Magic and Mother of Mysteries who guides the Weave.
• The goddess Mystra was originally named Mystryl, a Chaotic Neutral power born during the battle between Shar and Selûne.
• Mystra's symbol changed from a seven-pointed star to a ring of eight stars surrounding red mist after Midnight ascended.
• Karsus nearly destroyed the Weave by casting a 12th-level spell, causing Mystryl to sacrifice herself in DR -339.