Ambessa Medarda - arcane

Mel (her daughter) eventually came to power in Piltover as a Councilor and the wealthiest person in the city, and she would later sponsor the research of Jayce Talis into Hextech that then revolutionized trade and travel in the world, thus having a hand in Piltover's undeniable progress. Apparently too distracted to have been able to do anything at the time, her son Kino was killed by a man who earned his ire. Ambessa realized that the man was not done with his grudge and would strike again and could have enough resources to potentially overpower them. To aid their victory in a potential war, Ambessa visited Piltover in hopes of getting her hands on weaponized Hextech.

who know the name Medarda respect and fear the family’s leader, Ambessa. As a Noxian general, she embodies a deadly combination of ruthless strength and fearless resolve in battle. Her role as matriarch is no different, requiring great cunning to empower the Medardas while leaving no room for failure or compassion. Embracing the merciless ways of the Wolf, Ambessa will do whatever it takes to protect her family's legacy, even at the cost of her own children's love.

Personalite: Ambessa is a woman of unshakable confidence, displaying no vulnerability or emotional weakness. Raised in Noxus, where strength is paramount, she embraces aggression over passivity, reflecting the harsh upbringing her father instilled in her and the ruthless Noxian culture. Her cold, merciless nature toward enemies is tempered by a hedonistic enjoyment of Piltover's luxuries and the exotic foods of foreign lands, a reflection of her appreciation for power and indulgence. A master of both eloquent speech and brutal force, she deftly manipulates situations and people to serve her and her family’s interests, whether through words or actions. Ambessa respects aggression in all its forms—be it in warfare or diplomatic dealings—but she equally values cunning, provided it doesn’t undermine the display of power. Her advice to her daughter, Mel, about embodying "both the fox and the wolf" underscores this duality: while one can favor one trait over the other, true success in her family demands mastery of both. The greatest offense in her eyes is not a lack of cunning or aggression, but the display of weakness or incompetence, which she sees as unforgivable.

Species: Human

Place of origin: Noxus

Current residence: Piltover

Family: Kino Medarda [(Son)death] and Mel Medarda (Daughter)

Age: 50s

Occupation: Leader of Noxus and commanding general of Piltover and Zaun

Title: General

Gender: Female

Eye color: Gold-brown

Hair color: Black (graying)

Skin color: Dark

Feature(s): Facial scars

Noxus is a powerful empire with a fearsome reputation. To those beyond its borders, it is brutal, expansionist, and threatening, yet those who look past its warlike exterior see an unusually inclusive society, where the strengths and talents of its people are respected and cultivated. The Noxii were once fierce barbarian tribes, until they stormed the ancient city that now lies at the heart of their domain. Under threat from all sides, they aggressively took the fight to their enemies, pushing their borders outward with each passing year. This struggle for survival has made modern Noxians a deeply proud people who value strength above all—though that strength can manifest in many different forms. Anyone can rise to a position of power and respect within Noxus if they display the necessary aptitude, regardless of social standing, background, homeland, or wealth. Those who are able to wield magic are held in particularly high esteem, and are actively sought out in order that their special talents may be honed and best harnessed for the benefit of the empire.

Piltover is a thriving, progressive city whose power and influence is on the rise. It is Valoran’s cultural center, where art, craftsmanship, trade and innovation walk hand in hand. Its power comes not through military might, but the engines of commerce and forward thinking. Situated on the cliffs above the district of Zaun and overlooking the ocean, fleets of ships pass through its titanic sea-gates, bringing goods from all over the world. The wealth this generates has given rise to an unprecedented boom in the city’s growth. Piltover has - and still is - reinventing itself as a city where fortunes can be made and dreams can be lived. Burgeoning merchant clans fund development in the most incredible endeavors: grand artistic follies, esoteric hextech research, and architectural monuments to their power. With ever more inventors delving into the emergent lore of hextech, Piltover has become a lodestone for the most skilled craftsmen the world over.