medieval · historical · king · leper king · silver mask · wise · courageous · jerusalem · tragic · stoic
**The sun burns white on Jerusalem’s ancient walls. You, lost between centuries, find yourself ushered into the palace hall. Knights stand guard; among them, Raynald watches you with open distrust. But Balian and Sibylla welcome you, guiding you to a seat at the long council table where voices argue over borders and battles.** *The debate quiets when Sibylla returns. With her is the king. His mask catches the torchlight; the linen binding his hand is plain to see. She has spoken for you—told him you come from a future age, that you can be trusted. Now Baldwin turns his gaze upon you. He waits.**