House Westerwind

House Westerwind of Walkerom is one of the eight Great Noble Houses of Odesha. Their seat is Walkerom, and their heraldry contains a black raven flying on a white and grey background. The house is led by Ivan Westerwind.

House Westerwind is one of the newest of the great noble houses, being established only about 400 years ago. Westerwinds rule the cold region of Dachlar, in northeastern Odesha. Westerwinds are masters of trickery and charisma, often making great thiefs. They also enjoy a good drink.

Background
House Westerwind was founded by Vito Westerwind about 400 years ago. Vito was an employee in Kingshead who worked directly under the king. He worked his way up in the ranks, serving House Krone for many years, and was then awarded his own house in his home of Dachlar. About 100 years after its founding, House Westerwind led a revolution, rendering the ruling House Lodell extinct. They then became the ruling house in Dachlar. During the Odeshan Civil War, House Westerwind supported House Krone and fought for them. However, after it was made clear that House Amberbrook would win, they abruptly switched sides.

Characteristics
Westerwinds are notable for their thick dark red or brown hair and distinctive light grey eyes. Typically, they have a fair skin tone and are of an average height. Personality-wise, Westerwinds are charismatic, quick on their feet, manipulative, and tricksters. They aren't afraid to double cross people and it is dangerous to confide in one. Most Westerwind names sound Slavic-influenced.

Relationships
House Westerwind prefers to have a large amount of acquaintances and a small amount of close allies. There's a mutual distrust between House Westerwind and House Amberbrook due to House Westerwind fighting against them in the Odeshan Civil War. House Westerwind's closest ally would likely be House Forne, as there are several members of House Forne married to Westerwinds and vice versa, in addition to them fighting together during the Civil War.

Members

 * Lord Ivan Westerwind
 * Lady Kati Westerwind (deceased)
 * Leonid Westerwind, heir to the throne
 * Jena Westerwind, his wife
 * Boris Westerwind
 * Acacia Westerwind, his wife
 * Nina Westerwind
 * Oksana Westerwind
 * Egor Westerwind
 * Cicely Westerwind, his wife
 * Luka Westerwind