Astariou is the lady of the Abalac family, old money and land overseers in Spire. She works alongside Sunet, her elder brother, to govern the lands and care for their people. She manages much of the household and lands around their manor, running a tight ship. She is stern, but giving. She will not order what she can or will not do herself, and is well loved by the people for this attitude. She makes it her purpose to know the inner workings of many of the lives of those she governs, so to better serve them. Many prefer her to her elder brother, for they see her efforts while his remain hidden. There is worry among the common folk that she may be displaced if Sunet ever chooses to marry, and that his wife may not be as good as Astariou.