Silla Altarn

Major Silla Altarn works for Druth Intelligence. Her goals involve greater militarized application of magic in Druthal, to make the country a "magical superpower." She is attempting to implement the Altarn Initiatives - one of which is linked to the University of Maradaine. However, opposition in Parliament and Intelligence deny her the funding she needs. She is working to maneuver her supporters into key positions while undermining her opponents.

She is a member of Red Wolf Circle.

History
Silla Altarn was an orphan in Marikar, Oblune. Her magical abilities were her tickets off the streets, and she applied herself. She joined Intelligence and worked her way up. She seems to be very self-interested and cynical. She is a masterful politician, and has grown her power base. She is a member of two different clandestine groups that are both working to manipulate and undermine Druth society.

Appearances
Lady Henterman's Wardrobe

Major Altarn appears and confirms that the false Lady Henterman is pregnant.

The Way of the Shield

Major Altarn is The Mage in the Grand Ten. She uses magic to keep their clandestine meetings hidden.

Shield of the People

Altarn has been promoted to Colonel. She sits on the Colonel's Table, which is the commanding body of Druth Intelligence. She reassigns Major Grieson, a political rival. She is a member of the Brotherhood of the Nine.

A Parliament of Bodies