Late Queen of Hu

The Late Queen of Hu (given name Lovisa) was the first wife of King Seb and the mother of the Crown Prince and Princess. She died in RA 21 when her son was eight and her daughter was eleven.

The Late Queen was known for her regal presence (a true queen). She was an intelligent woman of few words. While on the surface she appeared to devote her time and energy to court ceremonies, etiquette and appearances, the Late Queen discreetly managed a network of spies and informants. This is primarily done to help the Late Queen learn news of world events before it became widespread; it also allowed the Late Queen to keep informed of the machinations of others and occasionally to deal with an enemy (the Late Queen had few enemies).

The Late Queen greatly respected the acumen of Mandragora, the current Minister of the Left. She sought to win Mandragora's loyalty and service while remembering the minister had his own agenda.

The Late Queen was perhaps the only person at court who was capable of tempering the king's rage and caprices. She would quietly share advanced news with the king and even offer him counsel when the two were alone.

The Late Queen's brother is the current Duke of Ursidia.