Lord Aldric Fenn
Corvane's smooth envoy who waged a cozy siege of manners but was out-hosted by Bram.
Lord Aldric Fenn is a well-kept minor lord and Corvane's smooth envoy, best known for his appearance in Book 7 where he attempted to annex Hollowmere through a 'cozy siege of manners.' Though he never learns that Bram is the Deathless, Fenn correctly senses that the baker is far more than just an apron-wearer. His campaign ends with him leaving empty-handed after being out-hosted by Bram, yet this defeat leaves him fundamentally changed.
- Title
- Minor Lord
- Allegiance
- Corvane
- Key Strategy
- Cozy siege of manners
- Target
- Hollowmere
- Book 7 Outcome
- Left empty-handed but changed
- Book 11 Role
- Herald warning Bram
Lore & Background
Following his defeat in Book 7, Lord Fenn underwent a significant shift in perspective. Despite failing to annex Hollowmere, he chose to burn the orphans' list and spare the children, marking a departure from his initial aggressive intentions. His respect for Bram grew so profound that by Book 11, he returned not as an enemy, but as a herald for Corvane who felt compelled to warn Bram at the door.
Did You Know?
- Fenn never discovers Bram's true identity as the Deathless during their interactions.
- He is the only character described as waging a 'cozy siege of manners' rather than a military one.
- After being out-hosted, he personally burned the list of orphans intended for annexation.
- His return in Book 11 serves as a formal warning to Bram despite his previous failure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Lord Fenn know Bram is the Deathless?
No, he does not learn this secret, though he senses Bram is more than an apron-wearer.
How did Fenn try to take Hollowmere?
He waged a 'cozy siege of manners' as Corvane's smooth envoy.
What happened to the orphans after Fenn failed?
Fenn burned the orphans' list and spared the children, leaving them safe.
Why did Fenn return in Book 11?
He returned as a herald for Corvane to warn Bram at the door out of respect.