House Mooton
House Mooton
House Mooton rules the growing town of Maidenpool at the Bay of Crabs. Though once sworn bannermen to the [[Mudds, the Mootons are presently independent and look to commerce—and carefully chosen alliances—to preserve that freedom. [1]
History
Background
In earlier generations House Mooton pledged fealty to the Kings of the Rivers and Hills, yet distance from Oldstones and the weakened rule through the Mudds as well as the rise of new opportunities allowed the Mootons to become independent again.
The first Andal adventurers soon learned of Maidenpool’s position as thriving town. Andal war‑leaders now covet the strategic location as a ready‑made seat of power, hoping to convert local smallfolk to the Faith of the Seven. In response, King Florian “the Brave’’ Mooton has forged a marriage alliance with Staun Darklyn of Duskendale, uniting the two most thriving towns at the Bay of Crabs and Blackwater Bay.
Seat and Region
Maidenpool is a modest walled town astride the Bay of Crabs. The Town was named after Jonquil’s Pool which is a famed freshwater spring. Legend holds that during the Age of Heroes Florian the Fool first glimpsed Jonquil and her sisters bathing here, an encounter later immortalised in the song “Six Maids in a Pool.” [2]
Notable Members
- King Florian “the Brave’’ Mooton — Widely regarded as a just ruler, beloved by smallfolk and nobles alike. Content with his modest realm, he nonetheless stands ready—alongside his Darklyn in‑laws.