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.:Name:. Lady Elenora
.:Nick Name:. Nora (by her close friends and family)
.:Status:. Nobility
.:Age:. 26

| ~ • ~ | Appearance | ~ • ~ |

.:Physical Appearance:. Elenora is 5 foot 6 inches. She has bright blue eyes and pale white skin, which many people compliment her on. She has light brown hair which is naturally wavey, but with the help of her maid she keeps it curly (for public events, such as balls and ceremonies) and up in creative buns and weaves.

Most of the time she wears corseted dresses made by the finest silks, cotton and furs that Camelot and surrounding kingdoms have to offer. However, most of the time she prefers to wear light cotton embroidered dresses in private or when in closed quarters.
.:Height:. 5”6
.:Portrayed by:. Sarah Bolger

| ~ • ~ | Personality | ~ • ~ |

.:Personality:. Elenora is a gentle, friendly, kind-hearted woman. Growing up in Uther’s (and later Arthur’s) court as her father was a high ranking knight meant that she was very much privileged, giving her the opportunity to become friends with Arthur. Whilst watching her father train Arthur and the other knights she would watch, wishing she could learn how to fight as well. But alas it is not proper for a woman to participate in such activities.

Instead she decided to spend her time reading many books ranging from history to romance novels, which were banned for a young woman her age. Yet this would not stop her. She has a strong thirst for knowledge and likes to use it to help others whenever she can. Recently she has started to study healing techniques and her teacher has discovered that she is a natural at preparing brews and poultices for the sick.
.:Special Skills:. Elenora is a good listener, observant, intelligent and smart (she has a great memory, thus she learnt things every quickly), generous (always treats her maids with respect and kindness) and determined (she tries her hardest and never gives up). Elenora is also very accomplished at sewing and embroidery.

However, she also has weaknesses as well. She can be stubborn especially when she wants to participate in something that her gender prohibits her from doing. She can be a little too trusting, especially as she tends to see the best in people and not always notice when she is being manipulated although she is smart. Sometimes she can be quick witted and people (especially men) take offense to this, meaning she’s had to learn to keep that in check.

| ~ • ~ | History | ~ • ~ |

.:Birthplace:. Camelot
.:Family:. Father: Sir Anthony
Mother: Lady Annabelle (deceased)
Sister: Lady Anne, 21 (deceased)
.:Occupation:. Noblewoman
.:History:.Elenora is the eldest daughter of Sir Anthony and Lady Anabelle. She has a younger sister, Lady Anne with whom she is very close to. Her mother died after giving birth to her younger sibling after contracting a severe fever after giving birth. This meant that she had to grow up quite fast and became a mother figure to her younger sister (along with their governess).

Growing up, she was very much a book worm and spent most of the time (when she wasn’t trailing after her young sister who was constantly getting into many scrapes or sending time with her tutor) reading as many books as she could get her hands on. She had the tendency to be too quick witted for her tutor and was constantly being told off. But this didn’t stop her from using her knowledge to help the less privileged whenever she could.

Having grown up in court, she became friends with Prince (later King) Arthur, as her father was one of the main knights in charge of the Prince’s training. She was very happy when Arthur announced his engagement to Guinevère and approved as she knew what a kind hearted woman Gwen was (having had Gwen serve her on several occasions as her maid-servant when she was visiting the castle).

She was very happy when she discovered that her younger sister was to marry a nobleman from Gawant. Though she was sad to say goodbye to Anne, she wished her well as her husband could provide well for her. Unfortunately, not long after her sister and her fiancée were wed they both contradicted a deadly virus killing both of them, leaving both her father and herself devastated. Her father shut himself from everyone as his grief overtook him. Thus, leaving it up Elenora to manage the estate’s affairs, a challenge she welcomed though she too was grieving from the loss of her beloved sister.

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.:Name or Online Alias:. Millie
.:How Did You Find Us:. I can't actually remember it was such a long time ago.

It was mid-day and seeing as it was still mid-winter, everyone was gathered in the Great Hall for a lunch feast. The food, as always, was magnificent -- it had all of Nora's favorites and the wine was divine. Nora knew that her younger sister would be jealous, but she was too young to be out in society yet, so she was back in her chambers with their governess to look after her.

Looking over towards her father, she smiles as she sees him deep in conversation with one of his oldest friends, the Lord of Westhaven - Godfrey Burnell and his wife Lady Marjory. Though they are deep friends, since the Burnell family live a little further than them, she herself rarely sees them. Although, she has developed a little friendship with their daughter Cara and found her to be quite friendly and nice. So they definitely had plenty to talk about with Cara possessing a fair amount of confidence and a full abundance of conversation!

Taking another slip of her goblet, Nora hears someone say hello to her. Looking up, she sees that the source of the voice is Lady Gwyneth. Nora has never met the woman before, rather she had heard of her from the Burnells. She did not know the specifics, just that the Burnells and the Wynters were rivals. Thinking that it is odd that the lady specifically approach her, a few moments pass before Elenora finds her voice, "Hello, Lady Gwyneth - I believe?" She asks, making sure she has the right lady in question.

Caitrin shrugged before explaining that her midwife told her that it was okay as long as she didn't have fish all the time. Nora nodded her head, and listened and laughed a little when Cait joked that her husband would soon tire of hearing the excuse of her being pregnant. It seemed that Caitrin was very lucky to have a loving, dedicated husband and that made her glad. For she was a very kind, compassionate person so far and she deserved a supportive husband, especially seeing as she was a nurse and worked long hours.

As Nora explained the situation of her family, once again the other woman reassured her that her father would be well attended to by the team of nurses and that she would see to that, making a few tears appear in her eyes at Caitrin's generosity. But she quickly vanished them away, by sheer will before they were noticeable.

Instead, she decided to change the focus, "Are your extended families happy about two little babies joining them?" She smiled, hoping that it looked like she was coping somewhat. She didn't want to be a headcase, knowing that Caitrin was busy and probably had a lot of other duties to attend to.

Both her and her new friend sneaked looks at the two gentleman that were indeed looking their way, they both were quite attractive in looks, which indeed make them both blush. However, it was improper for two ladies to approach the two gentlemen and ask them for a dance, so they waited. Nora taking another slip from her goblet, before she looked up at Xenia.

Her companion drank more of her wine and was about to talk to her about something when the two gentlemen made their way over to them and greeted them with friendly smiles. Xenia did most of the talking, not that it was much and then one of the gentlemen asked her new friend for a dance. Xenia was about to make her way with him when she paused and looked towards Nora, wondering what was wrong. But Nora was speechless, for the other gentleman did not ask her to dance. It looked like he too wanted to dance with the Princess and she did not blame him, for she was a Princess and a beautiful, kind one at that. While, her on the other hand was just an ordinary noble.

The problem was she did not know what to say or do. She was conflicted, for she knew that Xenia wanted to dance -- she could read it on her face, but on the other hand, Nora was having a wonderful time getting to know her and did not want to be separated yet.

Hey everyone!

Sorry that I haven't been active lately with posting to my threads. Real life has been busy etc etc. That being said I do have every intention of rectifying this and responding to all of my threads.

Which brings me to, there are some new members to the site, some new people taking on OCs and it reminds me that if any of you guys wish to have a thread with Elenora, please comment here or pm me. I'm open to any ideas with any character! I intend to comment on other character's thread requests later!

“Well, do not hesitate to do so in the future.” Her dear friend told her sincerely, before she rested the top of her head against her adorable son's brown hair, “I can always leave my little rabble under the watchful eye of their father if you ever need any help.” Nora laughed at that, "I promise you, if I need any assistance I will contact you." And indeed she would, however at the same time she did not want to cause any disturbance if it was not serious. "Though, I feel a little sorry for Griff to be left in charge of of your brood." And it was true and one of the main reasons she was considerate when it came to contacting her.

Caitrin then told her with wide grin adoring her lovely face that her nights will be interrupted again in time "Does this mean you are hoping to expand your family?" Nora asked happily for she knew what a good mother Caitrin was and how hands-on and dedicated she was to their care and happiness. she only hoped if she ever became a wife and mother that she would be a great mother like her friend.

Nora felt Caitrin's reassuring smile when she mentioned her dear, beloved sister. She had a feeling that Caitrin did not remember much of her seeing as her sister ventured out in society not that much before her unexpected death.

“I hope so, he’ll have to speak loudly to get a word in edge-ways with these two.” Caitrin answered and little Esmae and Arthur looked up at her; Esmae gave a knowing grin while little Arthur just blushed again. Alfie, in the meanwhile looked like he enjoyed being in his mother's arms. Nora giggled, "No doubt he will find a way to make himself heard."

Nora smiled widely as both the twins jumped up at the prospect of going outside, their mother just rolled her eyes at them before she set tiny Alfie down so he could walk the short journey to the gardens. Caitrin did not hold his hand as he already was with his brother and sister. Leaving nothing for Nora to do but to walk with their mother. “Thank you for all this effort Nora, you really don’t have to just for us.” Caitrin complimented her, before she smiled at her.

"It's my pleasure," Nora returned her friend's smile with one of her own. She just hoped that Caitrin and her children liked the preparations she had made. She had her maids and servants set up a little tent with a nice cotton blanket and many wooden toys set up inside for the children to play in, as well as a blanket outside set with food and drinks. She also made sure that their stable hand prepared some foals for the children in case they wanted to go for a ride.

“We picked the right day for it, wouldn’t you say?”

"Indeed we did," Nora smiled broadly, before asking, "I hope it is alirght that I asked our stable hand to bring out the foals? I thought the children might enjoy a little ride."

The young man inclined his head in thanks before saying, "You seem to know far more of these ways than I, my Lady, and I thank you for your advice; I will try to keep to it." This was only because Nora was born a noble, but obviously Nora decided to word it better than that -- she was not some kind of snob, "Only because I've had years of practice, Young Mordred," Nora hoped that he didn't take offense to calling him that. She could not help it though, there was something about him that made him seem so very young and yet so very mature. She could tell that Mordred was very interested to hear about her connection to their king. "It seems strange to think of the King as anything but the great King he is now," he admitted to her softly, before he glanced his way to King Arthur, which Nora did as well. "Yes, it is indeed. But I can think of no better King that him." Nora held the King in high esteem for he was always loyal to his people. And loyalty was a trait that Nora greatly admired in people.

Nora listened with a sympathetic ear as Mordred explained his doubts in the King knighting him, though he was grateful for his kindness and honor in knighting him, but wondered if he saw something in him that was not there. "Oh Sir Mordred, let me tell you something. The King does not just knight anyone. He knights men who he feels have the loyalty, honor and inner nobility in their duty in protecting Camelot and all its people. Regardless of their station..." Nora ended her speech as she realized that there was still a factor of nobility that still did agree with the King knighting commoners.

Once again, he apologized and Nora tapped him on the arm, "You don't need to apologize. It's understandable for you to be feeling uncertain about His Majesty's decision, but you need to have faith in him. He does not take this decisions lightly."

Nora smiled warmly as Sir Mordred explained that he was new to the etiquette especially when speaking to nobles like her self. "Well, I ensure you Sir Mordred, that it won't take long to learn. Just remember to be yourself and the rest will come to you." She hoped that would give him something to hold on to so he wouldn't be nervous anymore.

He then asked her how she knew the King, before back-tracking to apologize for prying into her life. "It's fine," She assured him, "My father was one of the knights that trained him while he was learning to become a knight. And sometimes when I was little I would watch them practice and that's how I got to know King Arthur." She explained before asking him a question of her own, "How is being a knight going?" She hoped talking about this subject might make him feel a little more comfortable, seeing as it was a title he had earned.

Sir Mordred smiled warmly back to Nora, but she did not miss the note of nervous in his expression. For she knew it all to well, having been somewhat nervous when out in society. Mainly when it came to the opposite sex, but now she had became more confident and that was due to spending more time with others. For they say practice makes perfect.

He told her her it was a pleasure to meet her and Nora grinned back at the young gentleman, especially when he gave her a little nod of his head. She listened intently while he told her that he was having a good time, but a little lost when being amongest so many people which Nora could understand. Though, then he paused and started to backtrack and Nora had an idea why.

"You need not explain it to me, my dear. I have some experience in feeling a little lost at social engagements." Nora tried to reassure the young man.