Francesca Findabair

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Francesca Findabair
Basic Information
Alias(es)	Enid an Glenna (Daisy of the Valleys)
Gender	Female
Personal Information
Title(s)	Duchess of Dol Blathanna (formerly Queen)
Profession	Sorceress
Affiliation(s)	Brotherhood of Sorcerers Lodge of Sorceresses
Abilities	Magic

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Enid an Gleanna (in Elder Speech meaning Daisy of the Valleys), also known as Francesca Findabair, is an elf, a sorceress and was the queen (now duchess) of the elves of Dol Blathanna as decreed by the Imperator Emhyr var Emreis. She is considered to be the most beautiful woman in the world, by quite a margin. She is also a founding member of the Lodge of Sorceresses.

She helped Vilgefortz during the Thanedd coup.

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What does Francesca Findabair's title 'Daisy of the Valleys' signify in the Witcher series?

In the Witcher series, Francesca Findabair's title 'Daisy of the Valleys' is not just a poetic moniker, but a reflection of her character and role. As a leader card in the Scoia'tael deck in the Witcher 3: Wild Hunt game, 'Daisy of the Valleys' signifies her strategic prowess, allowing players to draw an extra card at the beginning of the battle. Moreover, the title also alludes to her beauty and grace, as she is widely considered the most beautiful among the Elder Races. Francesca Findabair, also known as Enid an Gleanna, is the queen of Dol Blathanna, the state of the Free Elves, further emphasizing her importance and influence in the series.

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Who decreed Francesca Findabair as the queen of the elves of Dol Blathanna in the Witcher?

Francesca Findabair, also known as Enid an Gleanna or the Daisy of the Valley, was declared the queen of Dol Blathanna, the state of the Free Elves, by Emperor Emhyr of Nilfgaard. This happened after the coup on Thanedd Island, where Francesca sided with the mages who had allied themselves with Nilfgaard.

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What role did Francesca Findabair play in the Lodge of Sorceresses in the Witcher universe?

Francesca Findabair, also known as the elf queen in the Witcher universe, played a significant role in the Lodge of Sorceresses. She was instrumental in the formation of the Lodge, a group that aimed to control politics and prioritize magic. Francesca managed to capture and compress Yennefer into a jade figurine following the events at Thanedd Island, indirectly forcing Yennefer to join their group. The Lodge was keen on using Ciri to their advantage, which further highlights Francesca's strategic role within the Lodge.

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How did Francesca Findabair's views on diplomacy evolve over time in the Witcher series?

Francesca Findabair, also known as the Queen of Elves in the Witcher series, underwent a significant transformation in her approach to diplomacy. Initially, she was known for her impulsive actions and a desire to act swiftly, often foregoing calculated tactics. However, a lifetime of mistakes served as a catalyst for change, gradually molding her into the dispassionate tactician her father had once wished her to be. This evolution in her diplomatic approach was so profound that it even led her to form a pact with the Nilfgaardian Emperor, a move that would have horrified her father.

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Why is Francesca Findabair also known as Enid an Gleanna in the Witcher series?

In the Witcher series, Francesca Findabair is also known as Enid an Gleanna, which translates to 'Daisy of the Valleys' in Elder Speech. This name reflects her elven heritage and her reign as the queen, later duchess, of the elves of Dol Blathanna. Francesca is a powerful elven sorceress and is considered the most beautiful woman in the world. Her dual names highlight her multifaceted identity as a leader, a sorceress, and a symbol of elven beauty.

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Biography

Geralt first meets the elf during the gathering at Thanedd. Later, she was captured by Philippa Eilhart's forces because she had allied herself with Nilfgaard. She was responsible in smuggling in Scoia'tael into the fortress. After the coup, Francesca became queen of the elves in Dol Blathanna by Emhyr. However, once she became queen she was to denounce Scoia'tael actions, as well as not calling back the Scoia'tael to Dol Blathanna so they could continue to harass the Northern Kingdoms while Nifgaard invaded.

Shortly after she became queen, she, along with other sorceresses, were sought out by Philippa Eilhart. She communicated via projection, and the sorceresses formed the Lodge, a secret society of sorceresses dedicated to ensuring the survival of magic. They agreed to meet later in person, and Francesca was permitted to bring two potential initiates with her in the next meeting.

After meeting with the emperor's head of military intelligence, she met with the elven Sage, Ida Emean. After discussing their expectations of the Lodge, Francesca decompressed Yennefer, whom she captured via artifact compression for over a month. While dinning with Yennefer and Ida, Francesca explained to Yennefer that she compressed her in order to smuggle her out of Thanedd and hide her away, and plans to introduce both her and Ida to the Lodge. The three teleport to Montecalvo where they meet the other sorceresses.

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Behind the couple, walked an attractive woman with very long, dark golden hair, and a grey-green dress decorated with lace, which rustled as she moved.

"Francesca Findabair, also called Enid an Gleanna, the Daisy of the Valleys. Don't goggle, Witcher. She is widely considered to be the most beautiful woman in the world."

"Is she a member of the chapter?" he whispered in astonishment. "She looks very young. Is that also thanks to magical elixirs?"

"Not in her case. Francesca is a pure blooded elf. (...)"

pg. 117, Time of Contempt (UK edition)

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Reim, the elven scout mentions her, in a comment to Geralt about mages.

The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings

She does not appear in The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings. However, she has been mentioned a few times during conversations in the game.

Journal entry

Though she does not appear in our story, the elf Francesca Findabair, known also as Enid an Gleanna or the Daisy of the Valley, certainly deserves mention. After the coup on Thanedd Island, during which she sided with the mages who had allied themselves with Nilfgaard, Francesca became the queen of Dol Blathanna, the state of the Free Elves created somewhat whimsically by Emperor Emhyr. Enid is widely considered the most beautiful woman in the world. This pureblood Aen Seidhe with dark gold hair and penetrating azure eyes is also a powerful sorceress, possessing a tremendous command of the famed elven magic.

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

After the battle at Kaer Morhen, Yennefer, Triss and Avallac'h concluded that in order to defeat the Wild Hunt, they needed help from the Lodge of Sorceresses. According to Triss, unfortunately Francesca would not join them, refusing to leave her realm while the war continued.

Available cards:

• Francesca Findabair: Pureblood Elf
• Francesca Findabair: Daisy of the Valley
• Francesca Findabair: the Beautiful
• Francesca Findabair: Queen of Dol Blathanna
• Francesca Findabair: Hope of the Aen Seidhe

Trivia

• She is the only sorceress of the Lodge who has yet to appear in any of the Witcher video games, other than Gwent cards.

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External links

• Gwent: The Witcher Card Game