Ariel

Ariel The Lady of Light is a character from Aion (game), the leader of the Seraphim Lords and the ruler of Elysea. ''This article provides Ariel's backstory as seen through Candlecast and The Lay (fanfiction). Her original story in the Game Lore can be read here: ''http://gameguide.na.aiononline.com/aion/Azphel

Backstory
She, as well as all the former Empyrean Lords, was born before the Cataclysm. At a very young age she joined the forces fighting against the Balaur, led by Asphel, who was ar first somewhat disgruntled by her presence. She became the iconic face of his legacy, the soldiers coming for her blessings before going to battles, and she and Asphel slowly fell in love with each other, though they kept it to themselves until one night before a great battle, when the war lord came to her and they spent the night together.

Their victories continued and soon Ariel was one of the first to Ascend - gain wings and immortality, became one of the twelve Empyrean lords. But his relationship with Asphel worsened as they slowly turned from lovers into enemies.

After the Cataclysm Ariel became the Empress of the Elyos and the leader of the Seraphim Lords.

The Lay
Ariel first appears when Jaya is put under the illusion spell and goes out in the open for the first time. After centuries she appears to have become something like a shapeshifter, her appearance always changing, and the aether of her influence unbearable for Jaya and Oros. Ariel makes a deal with the Asmodian woman: the latter must fulfill any request the Lady of light might ask of her, no matter how small. In her turn Ariel releases her from all the accusations that were put on her in Asmodae. She also declares that she suspects all this might somehow be arranged by Asphel, even though Jaya's presence is caused by Taion's prophetic dream.