Jocelyn Arryn

Jocelyn Arryn is the youngest daughter of Artys Arryn, the Keeper of the Gates of the Moon. Though little is intended for her future beyond a typical noble marriage, she has in recent years proved useful to her father's administration of the Gates, developing a thorough understanding of the proper maintenance of a castle.

Small and thin, she is decidedly more delicate than her siblings and cousins. Though she shares their fondness for nature and sport, she is rather lackluster at every physical pursuit. Instead her talents lend themselves toward more cerebral aspirations; she is well educated and fond of the arts. Jocelyn channels her admiration of natural beauty into her more creative and solitary endeavors, weaving remarkably detailed tapestries that depict the landscapes of the Vale.

As much as she indulges in solitary pursuits, however, Jocelyn is nevertheless reasonably outgoing and charismatic. A sense of humor coupled with a sense of humility render her an agreeable presence, though they often conceal her envy.

As a young girl, Jocelyn was frequently bedridden with illness. Under such circumstances, she had ample time for learning and daydreaming alike. While often ignored by her middle siblings, she received regular attention from her eldest brother, who riveted her with his stories and taught her how to ride horses.

Her health stabilized as she entered adolescence, and she became particularly close with her youngest cousins, the twins Jon and Alyssa. Her close friendship with Alyssa, however, was largely characterized by subservience and imitation. Jocelyn admired her talent with a bow, her rapport with animals, and her bold, adventurous spirit. All of these she attempted to emulate, seldom with any success.

She was easily coerced by her more energetic cousin, who often persuaded her into mischievous risks that usually resulted in embarrassment, injury or discipline. Jocelyn's poor stamina made it difficult for her to keep up with Jon and Alyssa during their outdoor wanderings; she relied on the guidance and support of her brother Robert during these treks through the mountains. With the advent of her maturity, Jocelyn at last came to accept her shortcomings and embrace her distinctive strengths. Though Artys Arryn only intended to teach his sons to manage the upkeep of the Gates of the Moon, his work has been dutifully observed by his youngest daughter. Owing to the frequent absences of Artys' favored son, he came to rely on the assistance of his other children. While never one to flaunt such knowledge, the seemingly fragile Jocelyn has cultivated a remarkable understanding of castle fortifications.