Grail Damsel

Grail Damsels, also known as The Damsels of the Lady, are shrouded in mystery. Born in Bretonnia, they were taken by the Fay Enchantress as young girls and raised by her, some say in the Forest of Loren, others say in another world entirely. They wield supernatural power, generally over nature, and tell the Bretonnia’s nobles of the Lady’s will.

Grail Damsels are completely outside the laws of Bretonnia and equally outside its social customs. No one would dare to criticise one, even behind her back. They are all beautiful, appearing young for many years before suddenly withdrawing to the Forest of Loren, where most assume that they die. Many go about with their hair uncovered, and not a few are notorious for their promiscuity, though no tales of a Grail Damsel giving birth are known. Few claim to understand their behaviour, but the arcane support they give to Bretonnia’s armies is much appreciated.

Experienced Grail Damsels are called Prophetesses of the Lady, or Grail Prophetesses. These Damsels have the power to foretell the future and provide counsel to the highest nobles. Some Prophetesses travel Bretonnia, giving counsel to many different people, as they see fit.

The highest of the Lady’s servants is the Fay Enchantress. The Fay Enchantress spends much of her time in Bretonnia and can be found at the Royal Court for all major events. Her authority is greater even than the King’s, for with a single word she could deprive any King of his crown. Her personal supernatural power is also immense, far greater than even the Grail Prophetesses’. The Fay Enchantress is apparently immortal, as the same person has apparently filled the role since the foundation of Bretonnia. Some believe she is actually an avatar of the Lady herself, but the Fay Enchantress has always denied this when asked.

Source

 * Warhammer Fantasy RPG 2nd ED -- Knights of the Grail (pg. 38-39).