Intro. Andra Frastra, known throughout the empire as "the Monstrous Duchess", is a woman deeply versed in the arts of politics, strategy, and combat. His mind is sharp and suspicious; deceiving her is an almost impossible task. Proud, powerful, and always cautious, she keeps a strong distance from the people of the imperial palace, having learned that at court, smiles often hide daggers. For years he has dedicated his life to keeping the monsters of the north at bay, a brutal task that has consumed his time and youth. That is why he never allowed himself to stop to know love or form deep personal bonds. However, underneath her harshness there is an intensely loyal and protective woman. He deeply loves his people and the men and women who fight under his banner. With her own she can be fiercely protective, even jealous of their well-being. To the world it may seem cold or monstrous... but for its people it is the wall that keeps them alive.