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The house was founded by [[Belsilvar Dreamsong]], but brought to its height by the Silver Dragon [[Khilat]]. Progeny of Khilat and [[Arael Dreamsong]] formed the basis of the ascendant branch of Khilat.
The house was founded by [[Belsilvar Dreamsong]], but brought to its height by the Silver Dragon [[Khilat]]. Progeny of Khilat and [[Arael Dreamsong]] formed the basis of the ascendant branch of Khilat.
=== Background ===


The house was elevated to minor nobility when it successfully drew and wielded a Moonblade in -9,000 DR.
The house was elevated to minor nobility when it successfully drew and wielded a Moonblade in -9,000 DR.
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The house maintains a number of strongholds scattered throughout the Elven kingdoms, ostensively to support its merchant activities. The primary base of operations started as a major stronghold in the mountains of Evereska, but the Khilat household moved into the Vale of Evereska shortly after the founding of the city in -8,600 DR.  
The house maintains a number of strongholds scattered throughout the Elven kingdoms, ostensively to support its merchant activities. The primary base of operations started as a major stronghold in the mountains of Evereska, but the Khilat household moved into the Vale of Evereska shortly after the founding of the city in -8,600 DR.  


The estate in Evereska is built with white marble. While the Dreamsong and Silverbow septs may enter the house at will, others are only allowed to enter during special occasions by invitation only. The interior is reputed to be spacious, simple and refined.
[[History]]


=== Appearance and Traits ===
=== Appearance and Traits ===
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Priests of the house are particularly devout. The Seldarine are held in high esteem, but priests are known to follow non-Seldarine gods with just as much devotion.   
Priests of the house are particularly devout. The Seldarine are held in high esteem, but priests are known to follow non-Seldarine gods with just as much devotion.   


It is also common that members follow paths combining the role of warrior, wizard and/or priest. With the exception of the occasional bard or minstrel, the path of the rogue is never followed alone, but in combination with some more honorable role that furthers Elven interests. Common thievery is not condoned by house leaders, and members of the Khilat house caught in such activities are often never seen again; presumably exiled or worse.  
It is also common that members follow paths combining the role of warrior, wizard and/or priest. With the exception of the occasional bard or minstrel, the path of the rogue is never followed alone, but in combination with some more honorable role that furthers Elven interests. Common thievery is not condoned by house leaders, and members of the Khilat house caught in such activities are often never seen again; presumably exiled or worse.
 
== Insignia ==
The Khilat House Insignia consists of two dragons forming a circle with the head of each dragon biting the tail of the other. The dragon above is light colored, often silver, with it wings folded down over a dark dragon below. It often serves as a charm for a necklace or the design for a brooch.
 
The colors are white, dark grey and maroon. They are typically displayed in a circular pattern with a half circle of white on top, and quarter circles of dark grey and maroon below.
 
Individual members often adopt one of the three colors as their personal color.
 
If Eladrin heritage is also detected, then the Dreamsong insignia of a central gold star and an arch of six silver stars above, is often incorporated, with the arch of stars typically on a border of dark blue above the top dragon. Khilat members that were selected out of the Dreamsong sept into Khilat almost always include this addition.
 
== Land Holdings ==
 
* Evereska: [[Noble Villa of Khilat]]
* Shaeradim: [[Eskadun Great House]]


== Notable Members ==
== Notable Members ==
Leader: [[Orbela Khilat]], Luviel's Grand Father<br />
Lord/Lady Speaker: Highest Lord [[Orbela Khilat]] - R13/M14 (NG) Luviel's Grand Father<br />


Heir: [[Leilanai Khilat]], Luviel's Mother<br />
Lady/Lord Consort: High Lady  - W12 (CG)<br />


Mage: [[Olithias Khilat]]<br />
Lord/Lady Heir: Lady [[Leilanai Khilat]], Luviel's Mother<br />


Warrior Major: [[Keryas Khilat]]<br />
Lord/Lady Magi: Lord [[Olithias Khilat]] - W21 (CG) High Mage. Formerly held by Lady Luviel who left the position to marry a human.<br />


Priest: [[Simimyr Khilat]]<br />
Lord/Lady Protector: Lord [[Keryas Khilat]] - F10/M9 (NG) Bladesinger.<br />
 
Lord/Lady Celestial: Lord [[Rymathil Khilat]] - C13 (CG) Feywarden of Corellon Larethian.<br />
 
Lord/Lady Talon: Lord [[Simimyr Khilat]] - F10/C9/M8 (LG) priest of Bahamut.<br />
 
Lord/Lady Minstrel: Lady - Mi9 (LG) <br />


[[:category:Khilat Family Member|Khilat Family Members]]
[[:category:Khilat Family Member|Khilat Family Members]]


== Septs ==
== Treasures ==
The minor houses of [[Dreamsong Sept | Dreamsong]], Silverbow and Meadowdancer remain closely allied as septs of House Khilat. All children are evaluated by senior members of House Khilat, who secretly determine if sufficient dragon heritage has been passed down. Though this is rare among the sept lines, an occasional child is declared a member of the Khilat line, and conversely, some children of the Khilat household are rejected and declared members of their closest related sept.  
* [[Ice Talon]] -  Frost Brand +4 Long Sword, Int 16, AL LG, ''detect evil'' 100', can only be wielded by those with dragon heritage. It is reserved for ceremonial occasions, and is used to judge newborns and young elves as they come of age.
* [[Teuvel'Khilat]] [[Moonblade of Khilat]] - Was lost to the wilds on the passing of Lord Timmor Khilat, but subsequently retrieved after many centuries. It was lost again during the fall of Myth Drannor.  
** [[Teuvel'Kiira'Khilat]] - This Tel'Kiira is typically worn by the wielder of the Moonblade, or the expected heir of the Moonblade prior to attempting the blade-rite.  It teaches the wearer how to use the blade and shields the wielder from the [[Ar'Gisir'Khilat]].  It was lost during the fall of Myth Drannor.
** [[Avarphyn'Teuvel'Khilat]]
* The Seven Stars of Khilat
** [[Gisir'Khilat]] - This Tel'Kiira is the badge of office of the Lord Speaker of the house. It has the ability to detect dragon heritage.
** [[Aegisir'Khilat]] - The Tel'Kiira is the badge of office of the heir of leadership. It has the ability to detect dragon heritage.
** [[Ar'Selu'Kiira'Khilat]] - This Selu'Kiira is the badge of office of the highest ranking High Mage of the house, typically the wizard holding the Archmage position of the house.
** [[Selu'Kiira'Khilat]] - This Selu'Kiira is the badge of office of the second highest ranking Mage of the house.
** [[Vel'Kiira'Khilat]] - This Tel'Kiira is the badge of office for the Lord Protector of the house.
** [[Sour'Kiira'Khilat]] - This Tel'Kiira is the badge of office of the highest ranking priest of the house.
** [[Takal'Kiira'Khilat]] - This Tel'Kiira is the badge of office of the highest ranking dragon priest of the house.
 
* [[Silver Staff of Khilat]] - Magic Staff held by the highest ranking Mage of Silver/Gold Dragon heritage. Grants 2 levels to spell caster for cold based spells. Topped with silver dragon head.
* [[Shadow Staff of Khilat]] - Magic Staff held by the highest ranking Mage of Shadow Dragon heritage. Grants 2 levels to spell caster for shadow/illusion based spells. It is carved from one of the great horns from the head of [[Noctdrakken]] and topped with a black fire opal.
* [[Earth Staff of Khilat]] - Magic Staff held by the highest ranking Mage of Deep Dragon heritage. Grants 2 levels to spell caster for earth based spells. It is carved from one of long wing bones of [[Noctdrakken]] and wrapped in his translucent shimmering maroon dragon hide and crowned with a ring of his sharp black dragon claws.  


Marriages between the septs are most common between those close in rank. Marriages between Khilat and Meadowdancer are very rare. Anyone marrying into Khilat must obtain the approval of the house leader, and is further required to adopt the Khilat name, move to the Khilat estate, and is sworn to secrecy regarding the draconian heritage of the family.
=== Standard Items ===
* [[Cor'Avarphyn'Khilat]]
* [[Avarphyn'Khilat]]
* [[Giiraegisir'Khilat]]


=== Sept Dreamsong ===
== House Relationships ==
The Dreamsong sept is very closely associated with the noble House of Khilat. They are privy to the secrets of the House of Khilat and can freely enter the main estate.  
=== Septs ===
The major branches of [[Dreamsong Sept | Dreamsong]], [[Silverbow Sept | Silverbow]] and [[Meadowdancer Sept | Meadowdancer]] remain closely allied as septs of House Khilat. All children are evaluated by senior members of House Khilat, who secretly determine if sufficient [[Khilat Dragon Bloodline | dragon heritage]] has been passed down. Though this is rare among the sept lines, an occasional child is declared a member of the Khilat line, and conversely, some children of the Khilat household are rejected and declared members of their closest related sept.  


Dreamsongs are typically taller than the average Moon Elf, and tend to be stately and graceful. Traits of their [http://www.lomion.de/cmm/eladgtul.php Tulani] heritage from [[Ary'a'sum Aravae'drannor | Ary'a'sum]] run true in the family.  Many have excellent signing voices.  They have a strong tendency for blue black hair, though silver hair is also fairly common. Eyes are most often green, but piercing blue eyes are common, and rarer still golden green; all with glittering gold flecks. Skin tones are the usual lightly bronze with twinges of pale blue.
Marriages between the septs are most common between those close in rank. Marriages between Khilat and Meadowdancer are very rare. Anyone marrying into Khilat must obtain the approval of the house leader, and is further required to adopt the Khilat name, move to the Khilat estate, and is sworn to secrecy regarding the draconian heritage of the family.


This lesser branch is known for producing skilled rangers, as well as wizards, fighters, priests and an occasional bard. Many also serve as merchants who trade goods between Elven enclaves throughout Faerun.  Others are skilled artisans, producing weapons and musical instruments; and occasionally produce simple magical weapons or instruments under contract.  
The septs are more rigidly organized than most Elven houses, with stratification based on non-Elven heritage, with leaders at each level. The leaders at each level are bound together by family secrets and magic bonding between Kiira.


After the Khilat family moved the primary estate to the Vale of Evereka, the large estate in the mountains surrounding Evereska reverted to control of the Dreamsong sept. The estate is built to blend into the surroundings and magic remains to keep it hidden from non-elves. The surrounding area includes numerous orchards and other forms of agriculture blended into the natural environment. Domesticated animals are also raised, including a heard of moonhorses.
* Khilat  
** [[Dreamsong Sept | Dreamsong]]
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**  [[Silverbow Sept | Silverbow]]


Other estates are held throughout the mountains of Evereska and the Grey Cloaks, as well as strongholds on the merchant paths in various Elven kingdoms. Warehouses are also maintained in various Elven cities as well as certain human cities friendly to elves. Estates and strongholds are often allocated to Dreamsong warrior lords who have earned a reputation.
=== Allies ===


=== Sept Silverbow ===
==== Moonflower ====
The Silverbow sept is a lesser branch that provides servants and martial support for the Khilats. Those who serve as household servants of the Khilat estate are privey to many of the secrets of the house, but they are sworn to secrecy, while other hear rumors but know better than to repeat them outside of the Silverbow sept.  
The House of Khilat has a secret connection to the House of Moonflower. Every three to five generations, a high ranking daughter of the House of Moonflower consents to marriage into the House of Khilat.  This secret is held so tightly that only Moonflower house leaders know why the request of a Khilat emissary are given any consideration. The Ladies of the Silver Heart groom and select suitable prospects.


Silverbows are typically taller than the average Moon Elf, and tend to be lean and strong. Traits of their [http://www.lomion.de/cmm/eladlshi.php Shiere] heritage from [[Vel'Nikerym Olkiir | Vel'Nikerym]] run true in the family. They are loyal to a fault and very protective of other elves and family holdings. They raise and ride strong mounts, including a heard of Moon Horses. They have a strong tendency for pale golden hair, though silver hair is also fairly common. Eyes are most often green, but piercing blue eyes are common, with glittering gold flecks. Skin tones are the usual milky white with twinges of pale blue.
==== Dragons ====
===== Silver =====
Several clans of Silver Dragons remain allies of the House of Khilat. Martial training of Khilat Warriors often include aerial combat maneuvers with Silver Dragons, while some warriors become fully trained Windriders. Both sides understand the advantage of powerful warriors on the backs of powerful dragons, and each call on the other when confronting powerful enemies.  


The sept is known for producing skilled archers and warriors. They have some priests and wizards, but few of any note are produced. Silverbow bowyers are highly respected and their bows are prized. Occasion skilled artisans can be found producing a variety of quality crafts including weapons, musical instruments and fine goods such as jewelry. Many others manage the various household tasks of the various estates.  
===== Silver Priestesses =====
An ancient line of Silver Dragon Priestesses have chosen to serve Sehanine or Selune. They maintain several moon temples on the snow covered peaks of the tallest mountains where they can conduct rituals in seclusion. They also polymorph into human or Elven form and take on secret identities as priestesses at major temples of Selune or Sehanine. It is not uncommon for priests from the House of Khilat to join these dragons in certain ceremonies.


The sept also performs some of the less savory tasks for the house of Khilat, including information gathering and spying. Common thievery is not condoned, but occasionally overlooked if it serves the common good of the house.
===== Other =====
House leaders often develop relationships with other types of dragons including Gold Dragons, Bronze Dragons, Song Dragons and Moonstone Dragons. Khilat family members have been asked to participate in gatherings of Dragons for Dragonsong events.


=== Sept Meadowdancer ===
=== Enemies ===
The Meadowdancer sept is the least of the branches, consisting of the most common elves of the extended Khilat hierarchy. They regularly intermarry with the Silverbow sept.


Meadowdancers are fairly typical Moon Elves, but many have Wood Elven features, and some members resemble Wood Elves entirely. They have a strong tendency for black and brown hair, though blue and silver hair is also fairly common, with occasional coppery red. Eyes are most often green, with the occasional hazel; all with glittering gold flecks. Skin tones are pale with twinges of blue.
==== Vyshaan ====
The House of Khilat, and it's major Septs of [[Dreamsong Sept | Dreamsong]], [[Silverbow Sept | Silverbow]] and [[Meadowdancer Sept | Meadowdancer]] are ancient enemies of the ancient ruling House of Vyshaan. They secretly guard the ancient Vyshaan strongholds hidden in the mountains of Evereska.


The sept has many members that tend the Khilat herds and orchards. Some achieve moderate rank as Druids. They are also craftsman of various Elven goods typically made of natural materials, including clothing and household goods. These goods are often trade as a small part of the merchant business.
==== Evil Dragons ====
The House of Khilat, and it's major Septs of [[Dreamsong Sept | Dreamsong]] and [[Silverbow Sept | Silverbow]] routinely hunt evil dragons, and have a particularly viciousness against shadow and deep dragons.

Latest revision as of 02:41, 18 September 2021

The house was founded by Belsilvar Dreamsong, but brought to its height by the Silver Dragon Khilat. Progeny of Khilat and Arael Dreamsong formed the basis of the ascendant branch of Khilat.

Background

The house was elevated to minor nobility when it successfully drew and wielded a Moonblade in -9,000 DR.

The house maintains a number of strongholds scattered throughout the Elven kingdoms, ostensively to support its merchant activities. The primary base of operations started as a major stronghold in the mountains of Evereska, but the Khilat household moved into the Vale of Evereska shortly after the founding of the city in -8,600 DR.

History

Appearance and Traits

Members have a strong tendency for silvery white hair, though black hair is also fairly common. Eyes are most often blue with gold flecks, but violet eyes are common sometimes without gold flecks. Skin tones are the usual icy blue, with a tendency to blue grey.

The Khilat family is known for producing skilled rangers, wizards and clerics. They are very often devoted to various deities; particularly the Seldarine, but occasionally serve other gods. They are known to be shrewd in business, but likewise generous in the support of good causes, shifting funds and resources to support regions and allies in need.

Rangers of the house are known for their fierce prowess and staunch support for the cause of good. They are particularly good tacticians. They are often more adept at magic than one would expect, with skills in divine, arcane or sometimes both sources of magic. Many join knight and religious orders.

Wizards of the house excel in learning magic, often following unusual paths of study. Quite a few are able to master High Magic. Some are thought to draw upon other obscure sources of magic.

Priests of the house are particularly devout. The Seldarine are held in high esteem, but priests are known to follow non-Seldarine gods with just as much devotion.

It is also common that members follow paths combining the role of warrior, wizard and/or priest. With the exception of the occasional bard or minstrel, the path of the rogue is never followed alone, but in combination with some more honorable role that furthers Elven interests. Common thievery is not condoned by house leaders, and members of the Khilat house caught in such activities are often never seen again; presumably exiled or worse.

Insignia

The Khilat House Insignia consists of two dragons forming a circle with the head of each dragon biting the tail of the other. The dragon above is light colored, often silver, with it wings folded down over a dark dragon below. It often serves as a charm for a necklace or the design for a brooch.

The colors are white, dark grey and maroon. They are typically displayed in a circular pattern with a half circle of white on top, and quarter circles of dark grey and maroon below.

Individual members often adopt one of the three colors as their personal color.

If Eladrin heritage is also detected, then the Dreamsong insignia of a central gold star and an arch of six silver stars above, is often incorporated, with the arch of stars typically on a border of dark blue above the top dragon. Khilat members that were selected out of the Dreamsong sept into Khilat almost always include this addition.

Land Holdings

Notable Members

Lord/Lady Speaker: Highest Lord Orbela Khilat - R13/M14 (NG) Luviel's Grand Father

Lady/Lord Consort: High Lady - W12 (CG)

Lord/Lady Heir: Lady Leilanai Khilat, Luviel's Mother

Lord/Lady Magi: Lord Olithias Khilat - W21 (CG) High Mage. Formerly held by Lady Luviel who left the position to marry a human.

Lord/Lady Protector: Lord Keryas Khilat - F10/M9 (NG) Bladesinger.

Lord/Lady Celestial: Lord Rymathil Khilat - C13 (CG) Feywarden of Corellon Larethian.

Lord/Lady Talon: Lord Simimyr Khilat - F10/C9/M8 (LG) priest of Bahamut.

Lord/Lady Minstrel: Lady - Mi9 (LG)

Khilat Family Members

Treasures

  • Ice Talon - Frost Brand +4 Long Sword, Int 16, AL LG, detect evil 100', can only be wielded by those with dragon heritage. It is reserved for ceremonial occasions, and is used to judge newborns and young elves as they come of age.
  • Teuvel'Khilat Moonblade of Khilat - Was lost to the wilds on the passing of Lord Timmor Khilat, but subsequently retrieved after many centuries. It was lost again during the fall of Myth Drannor.
    • Teuvel'Kiira'Khilat - This Tel'Kiira is typically worn by the wielder of the Moonblade, or the expected heir of the Moonblade prior to attempting the blade-rite. It teaches the wearer how to use the blade and shields the wielder from the Ar'Gisir'Khilat. It was lost during the fall of Myth Drannor.
    • Avarphyn'Teuvel'Khilat
  • The Seven Stars of Khilat
    • Gisir'Khilat - This Tel'Kiira is the badge of office of the Lord Speaker of the house. It has the ability to detect dragon heritage.
    • Aegisir'Khilat - The Tel'Kiira is the badge of office of the heir of leadership. It has the ability to detect dragon heritage.
    • Ar'Selu'Kiira'Khilat - This Selu'Kiira is the badge of office of the highest ranking High Mage of the house, typically the wizard holding the Archmage position of the house.
    • Selu'Kiira'Khilat - This Selu'Kiira is the badge of office of the second highest ranking Mage of the house.
    • Vel'Kiira'Khilat - This Tel'Kiira is the badge of office for the Lord Protector of the house.
    • Sour'Kiira'Khilat - This Tel'Kiira is the badge of office of the highest ranking priest of the house.
    • Takal'Kiira'Khilat - This Tel'Kiira is the badge of office of the highest ranking dragon priest of the house.
  • Silver Staff of Khilat - Magic Staff held by the highest ranking Mage of Silver/Gold Dragon heritage. Grants 2 levels to spell caster for cold based spells. Topped with silver dragon head.
  • Shadow Staff of Khilat - Magic Staff held by the highest ranking Mage of Shadow Dragon heritage. Grants 2 levels to spell caster for shadow/illusion based spells. It is carved from one of the great horns from the head of Noctdrakken and topped with a black fire opal.
  • Earth Staff of Khilat - Magic Staff held by the highest ranking Mage of Deep Dragon heritage. Grants 2 levels to spell caster for earth based spells. It is carved from one of long wing bones of Noctdrakken and wrapped in his translucent shimmering maroon dragon hide and crowned with a ring of his sharp black dragon claws.

Standard Items

House Relationships

Septs

The major branches of Dreamsong, Silverbow and Meadowdancer remain closely allied as septs of House Khilat. All children are evaluated by senior members of House Khilat, who secretly determine if sufficient dragon heritage has been passed down. Though this is rare among the sept lines, an occasional child is declared a member of the Khilat line, and conversely, some children of the Khilat household are rejected and declared members of their closest related sept.

Marriages between the septs are most common between those close in rank. Marriages between Khilat and Meadowdancer are very rare. Anyone marrying into Khilat must obtain the approval of the house leader, and is further required to adopt the Khilat name, move to the Khilat estate, and is sworn to secrecy regarding the draconian heritage of the family.

The septs are more rigidly organized than most Elven houses, with stratification based on non-Elven heritage, with leaders at each level. The leaders at each level are bound together by family secrets and magic bonding between Kiira.

Allies

Moonflower

The House of Khilat has a secret connection to the House of Moonflower. Every three to five generations, a high ranking daughter of the House of Moonflower consents to marriage into the House of Khilat. This secret is held so tightly that only Moonflower house leaders know why the request of a Khilat emissary are given any consideration. The Ladies of the Silver Heart groom and select suitable prospects.

Dragons

Silver

Several clans of Silver Dragons remain allies of the House of Khilat. Martial training of Khilat Warriors often include aerial combat maneuvers with Silver Dragons, while some warriors become fully trained Windriders. Both sides understand the advantage of powerful warriors on the backs of powerful dragons, and each call on the other when confronting powerful enemies.

Silver Priestesses

An ancient line of Silver Dragon Priestesses have chosen to serve Sehanine or Selune. They maintain several moon temples on the snow covered peaks of the tallest mountains where they can conduct rituals in seclusion. They also polymorph into human or Elven form and take on secret identities as priestesses at major temples of Selune or Sehanine. It is not uncommon for priests from the House of Khilat to join these dragons in certain ceremonies.

Other

House leaders often develop relationships with other types of dragons including Gold Dragons, Bronze Dragons, Song Dragons and Moonstone Dragons. Khilat family members have been asked to participate in gatherings of Dragons for Dragonsong events.

Enemies

Vyshaan

The House of Khilat, and it's major Septs of Dreamsong, Silverbow and Meadowdancer are ancient enemies of the ancient ruling House of Vyshaan. They secretly guard the ancient Vyshaan strongholds hidden in the mountains of Evereska.

Evil Dragons

The House of Khilat, and it's major Septs of Dreamsong and Silverbow routinely hunt evil dragons, and have a particularly viciousness against shadow and deep dragons.

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