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{{Infobox character
{{Infobox character
|image=
|image=Talion.jpg
|birthplace=[[Eldraine]]
|birthplace=[[Eldraine]]
|lifetime=Modern era
|lifetime=[[Mending Era]]
|race= [[Human]] [[Faerie]]
|race= [[Faerie]]
|plane=[[Eldraine]]
|plane=[[Eldraine]]
|children=[[Obyra]]
|colors={{mana|UB}}
|aka=The Kindly Lord
|aka=The Kindly Lord
}}
}}
'''Talion''', the "Kindly Lord," is a nonbinary [[faerie]] [[noble]] serving as the [[Fae]] [[Lord]] of [[the Wilds]] of [[Eldraine]].<ref name="Preview Barca">{{YouTubeRef|Y5YsggzwCxI|The Preview Panel at MagicCon: Barcelona|channel=[[Magic: The Gathering]]|date=July 28, 2023}}</ref><ref name="FirstWOE">{{DailyRef|announcements/a-first-look-at-wilds-of-eldraine|A First Look at Wilds of Eldraine|[[Jubilee Finnegan]]|July 28, 2023}}</ref>
'''Talion''', known as "the Kindly Lord, First and Greatest of the High Fae, Sovereign of the Court, the Liege of Laughter, Finder of the First Yew, and the One True Lord of Eldraine"<ref>{{card|Omniscience|Enchanting Tales|WOT|#=24}}</ref> is a [[faerie]] [[noble]] serving as the [[Fae]] [[Lord]] of [[the Wilds]] of [[Eldraine]].<ref name="Preview Barca">{{YouTubeRef|Y5YsggzwCxI|The Preview Panel at MagicCon: Barcelona|channel=[[Magic: The Gathering]]|date=July 28, 2023}}</ref><ref name="FirstWOE">{{DailyRef|announcements/a-first-look-at-wilds-of-eldraine|A First Look at Wilds of Eldraine|[[Jubilee Finnegan]]|July 28, 2023}}</ref> The fae duelist [[Obyra]] is one of their<ref group="note">Talion uses they/them pronouns.</ref> daughters.<ref name="D&D Eldraine">[[James Wyatt]] et al. (2023). "''[[D&D Monstrous Compendium: Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures]]''". [[Wizards of the Coast]].</ref>


==Description==
==Description==
They have gold-colored eyes and carry a hawthorn wand.<ref name="Pure">{{DailyRef|magic-story/episode-1-pure-of-heart|Wilds of Eldraine - Episode 1: Pure of Heart|[[K. Arsenault Rivera]]|August 8, 2023}}</ref><ref name="Frozen">{{DailyRef|magic-story/episode-4-ruby-and-the-frozen-heart|Wilds of Eldraine - Episode 4: Ruby and the Frozen Heart|[[K. Arsenault Rivera]]|August 11, 2023}}</ref> While they are the ruler of all Eldraine's fae, they also serve as the mysterious protector of all of Eldraine's people.  
Talion is otherworldly, ancient, and fickle.<ref name="D&D Eldraine">[[James Wyatt]] et al. (2023). "''[[D&D Monstrous Compendium: Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures]]''". [[Wizards of the Coast]].</ref> They have piercing, gold-colored eyes and wear black robes, delicately pointed boots, a crown, and carry a hawthorn wand.<ref name="Pure">{{DailyRef|magic-story/episode-1-pure-of-heart|Wilds of Eldraine - Episode 1: Pure of Heart|[[K. Arsenault Rivera]]|August 8, 2023}}</ref><ref name="Frozen">{{DailyRef|magic-story/episode-4-ruby-and-the-frozen-heart|Wilds of Eldraine - Episode 4: Ruby and the Frozen Heart|[[K. Arsenault Rivera]]|August 11, 2023}}</ref><ref>{{WebRef|url=https://share.transistor.fm/s/d895284f|title=Wilds of Eldraine #35: Pure of Heart|work=The Magic Story Podcast|author=[[Harless Snyder]] and [[Natalie Kreider]]|date=September 12, 2023}}</ref> While they are the ruler of Eldraine's fae, they also consider themselves the protector of all of Eldraine's people. Despite having an austere demeanor, the Kindly Lord is also known for following mysterious whims, journeying to the farthest reaches of Eldraine out of an insatiable curiosity.<ref name="D&D Eldraine"/>


===History===
===Inspiration===
During the [[New Phyrexia's Invasion of the Multiverse|Phyrexian invasion of Eldraine]], Talion was forced to join with the witch sisters [[Agatha]], [[Eriette]], and [[Hylda]] to create the [[Wicked Slumber]], a curse which now affects their whole world.<ref name="Frozen"/> After Eriette extended the curse to Eldraine's citizens, they tasked the knight [[Imodane]] and the half-fae [[Kellan]] to kill the three witches.<ref name="Pure"/>
Talion is based on the [[Wikipedia:Wicked fairy (Sleeping Beauty)|the Wicked fairy]] of [[Wikipedia:Sleeping Beauty|Sleeping Beauty]].
 
==History==
Before the [[New Phyrexia's Invasion of the Multiverse|Phyrexian invasion of Eldraine]], Talion and their High Fae court returned from a long journey to the edge of the plane.<ref name="Banquets">{{DailyRef|magic-story/episode-4-ruby-and-the-frozen-heart|Wilds of Eldraine - Episode 4: Ruby and the Frozen Heart|[[K. Arsenault Rivera]]|August 11, 2023}}</ref><ref name="WOEDebut"/> They were forced to join with the witch sisters [[Agatha]], [[Eriette]], and [[Hylda]] to create the [[Wicked Slumber]], a curse which now affects their whole world, including Talion's daughter, [[Obyra]].<ref name="Frozen"/><ref name="FirstWOE"/><ref name="Ten Stories Tall">{{DailyRef|making-magic/ten-stories-tall|Ten Stories Tall|[[Mark Rosewater]]|September 25, 2023}}</ref> In exchange for helping to cast the Slumber, Talion provided each of the witches with a magical artifact that enhanced their powers: [[Agatha's Soul Cauldron]], <c>Eriette's Tempting Apple</c>, and <c>Hylda's Crown of Winter</c>.<ref name="WOEDebut">{{YouTubeRef|IVjQF0jsPnE|Wilds of Eldraine Debut|channel=[[Magic: The Gathering]]|date=August 15, 2023}}</ref> After Eriette extended the curse to Eldraine's citizens, they tasked the knight [[Imodane]] to kill the three witches. When she was caught by [[Agatha]], Talion handed the task to the half-fae [[Kellan]], promising him information about his [[Oko|fae father]].<ref name="Pure"/> Kellan eventually succeeded in the quest, though he declined his reward.<ref name="Oaths">{{DailyRef|magic-story/episode-5-broken-oaths|Wilds of Eldraine - Episode 5: Broken Oaths|[[K. Arsenault Rivera]]|August 14, 2023}}</ref>
 
==Gallery==
<gallery>
File:Talion MTGA avatar WOE.png|[[Magic: The Gathering Arena]] avatar.
</gallery>


==Story appearances==
==Story appearances==
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! Title !! Author !! Publishing date !! Set !! Setting (plane) !! Featuring
! Title !! Author !! Publishing date !! Set !! Setting (plane) !! Featuring
|-
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| {{ArticleArchive|magic-story/episode-1-pure-of-heart|Episode 1: Pure of Heart}} || [[K. Arsenault Rivera]] || 2023-08-08 || ''[[Wilds of Eldraine]]'' || [[Eldraine]] || [[Will Kenrith]], [[Rowan Kenrith]], [[Imodane]], [[Kellan]], [[List of secondary characters/Eldraine|Ronald]], [[List of secondary characters/Eldraine|Hex]], Talion  
| {{ArticleArchive|magic-story/episode-1-pure-of-heart|Episode 1: Pure of Heart}} || [[K. Arsenault Rivera]] || 2023-08-08 || ''[[Wilds of Eldraine]]'' || [[Eldraine]] || [[Will Kenrith]], [[Rowan Kenrith]], [[Imodane]], [[Kellan]], [[List of secondary characters/Eldraine|Alyse]], [[List of secondary characters/Eldraine|Ronald]], [[Hex]], Talion  
|-
|-
| {{ArticleArchive|magic-story/episode-4-ruby-and-the-frozen-heart|Episode 4: Ruby and the Frozen Heart}} || [[K. Arsenault Rivera]] || 2023-08-11 || ''[[Wilds of Eldraine]]'' || [[Eldraine]] || [[Kellan]], [[Ruby]], [[List of secondary characters/Eldraine|Peter]], [[Hylda]], Talion
| {{ArticleArchive|magic-story/episode-4-ruby-and-the-frozen-heart|Episode 4: Ruby and the Frozen Heart}} || [[K. Arsenault Rivera]] || 2023-08-11 || ''[[Wilds of Eldraine]]'' || [[Eldraine]] || [[Kellan]], [[Ruby]], [[Peter]], [[Hylda]], Talion
|}
|}
==Trivia==
*Talion is based on the evil fairy of [[Wikipedia:Sleeping Beauty|Sleeping Beauty]].


==In-game references==
==In-game references==
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|cards=
|cards=
*<c>Talion, the Kindly Lord</c>
*<c>Talion, the Kindly Lord</c>
|associated=
*<c>Talion's Messenger</c>
*<c>Talion's Throneguard</c>
|art=
*{{card|Expel the Interlopers|Wilds of Eldraine|WOE|#=381}}
*{{card|Omniscience|Enchanting Tales|WOT|#=24}}
*{{card|Omniscience|Enchanting Tales|WOT|#=70}}
|flavor=
*[[Alchemy: Eldraine/Flavor text|Captivating Crossroads]]
*<c>Into the Fae Court</c>
*<c>Kindled Heroism</c>
}}
}}
==Notes==
{{reflist|group="note"}}


==References==
==References==
{{Reflist}}
{{reflist}}


{{Eldraine|characters}}
{{Eldraine|characters}}
[[Category:Faeries]]
[[Category:Faeries]]
[[Category:LGBT characters]]

Latest revision as of 01:43, 8 June 2024

Talion
The Kindly Lord
Details
Race Faerie
Birthplace Eldraine
Lifetime Mending Era
Children Obyra
Colors
{U}{B}

Talion, known as "the Kindly Lord, First and Greatest of the High Fae, Sovereign of the Court, the Liege of Laughter, Finder of the First Yew, and the One True Lord of Eldraine"[1] is a faerie noble serving as the Fae Lord of the Wilds of Eldraine.[2][3] The fae duelist Obyra is one of their[note 1] daughters.[4]

Description

Talion is otherworldly, ancient, and fickle.[4] They have piercing, gold-colored eyes and wear black robes, delicately pointed boots, a crown, and carry a hawthorn wand.[5][6][7] While they are the ruler of Eldraine's fae, they also consider themselves the protector of all of Eldraine's people. Despite having an austere demeanor, the Kindly Lord is also known for following mysterious whims, journeying to the farthest reaches of Eldraine out of an insatiable curiosity.[4]

Inspiration

Talion is based on the the Wicked fairy of Sleeping Beauty.

History

Before the Phyrexian invasion of Eldraine, Talion and their High Fae court returned from a long journey to the edge of the plane.[8][9] They were forced to join with the witch sisters Agatha, Eriette, and Hylda to create the Wicked Slumber, a curse which now affects their whole world, including Talion's daughter, Obyra.[6][3][10] In exchange for helping to cast the Slumber, Talion provided each of the witches with a magical artifact that enhanced their powers: Agatha's Soul Cauldron, Eriette's Tempting Apple, and Hylda's Crown of Winter.[9] After Eriette extended the curse to Eldraine's citizens, they tasked the knight Imodane to kill the three witches. When she was caught by Agatha, Talion handed the task to the half-fae Kellan, promising him information about his fae father.[5] Kellan eventually succeeded in the quest, though he declined his reward.[11]

Gallery

Story appearances

Title Author Publishing date Set Setting (plane) Featuring
Episode 1: Pure of Heart K. Arsenault Rivera 2023-08-08 Wilds of Eldraine Eldraine Will Kenrith, Rowan Kenrith, Imodane, Kellan, Alyse, Ronald, Hex, Talion
Episode 4: Ruby and the Frozen Heart K. Arsenault Rivera 2023-08-11 Wilds of Eldraine Eldraine Kellan, Ruby, Peter, Hylda, Talion

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Notes

  1. ↑ Talion uses they/them pronouns.

References

  1. ↑ Omniscience (Enchanting Tales, #24)
  2. ↑ The Preview Panel at MagicCon: Barcelona (Video). Magic: The Gathering. YouTube (July 28, 2023).
  3. ↑ a b Jubilee Finnegan (July 28, 2023). "A First Look at Wilds of Eldraine". magicthegathering.com. Wizards of the Coast.
  4. ↑ a b c James Wyatt et al. (2023). "D&D Monstrous Compendium: Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures". Wizards of the Coast.
  5. ↑ a b K. Arsenault Rivera (August 8, 2023). "Wilds of Eldraine - Episode 1: Pure of Heart". magicthegathering.com. Wizards of the Coast.
  6. ↑ a b K. Arsenault Rivera (August 11, 2023). "Wilds of Eldraine - Episode 4: Ruby and the Frozen Heart". magicthegathering.com. Wizards of the Coast.
  7. ↑ Harless Snyder and Natalie Kreider (September 12, 2023). "Wilds of Eldraine #35: Pure of Heart". The Magic Story Podcast.
  8. ↑ K. Arsenault Rivera (August 11, 2023). "Wilds of Eldraine - Episode 4: Ruby and the Frozen Heart". magicthegathering.com. Wizards of the Coast.
  9. ↑ a b Wilds of Eldraine Debut (Video). Magic: The Gathering. YouTube (August 15, 2023).
  10. ↑ Mark Rosewater (September 25, 2023). "Ten Stories Tall". magicthegathering.com. Wizards of the Coast.
  11. ↑ K. Arsenault Rivera (August 14, 2023). "Wilds of Eldraine - Episode 5: Broken Oaths". magicthegathering.com. Wizards of the Coast.
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