For many years, under many names, Rowena has done, learnt, or eaten many things she really shouldn't have. But for many years, under many names, she's served as the protectress of Hush House.

Caught between moon and tide, blood and gold, Ys and the Marches, Rowena has long embraced her punishment. She will serve as protectress still, even while her appetites fade and the sea takes what's left of her, wave by lapping wave. Until she is gone, the Mare's Key remains her burden, hers alone.