G's Notes: Yep, no story this time - that is for a later time. I'll take this space to describe the cute little pair up there.

To your left is Samantha d'Arle, Queen of Terfini, a tiny absolute monarchy just off the peninsula of Aram Elbin, seeking independence. They have managed to keep the High Nations at bay by a combination of diplomatic prowess and management of resource exports to the mainland, as they are the biggest source of lodestone in western Hibreo. Samantha is also known as the 'Queen of Hearts', due to her family's emblem, which resembles a love heart.

To your right is The Merchant. A defector from D'Alter in the north, he is a trader specialising in arms and goods, keeping the Terfinians' private army well-armed and capable of fending off a small invasion, and also a major patron and exporter of lodestone to the other factions. He almost never reveals his face nor his real name, instead wearing a blank white face mask (although it has been rumoured that the Queen has seen his face, and knows his true name.)

Due to the Queen's station and his status as an exiled commoner, they may never end up together (I blame royal protocol.).

(stretch) Okay, so the Queen is dedicated to and the Merchant is dedicated to . Thanks guys, for inspiring me, igniting my passion for art, and easing me into the dA community.

Be well. :3

(part of the ~Erideos project.)