Nariel was born in the rolling fields and forests of Kyonin some one hundred and thirty years ago to her parents Seldon and Tessara Lauric, both Wizards of great talent and repute. From an early age, Nariel showed promise and was clearly quite brilliant, even by Elven standards. She also demonstrated great ability for the Arcane arts, and thus her parents began her training at a young age.
When she came of a certain age, her parents deemed that Nariel should see the world as they had when they were younger. Realizing her talent for languages and diplomacy, the Laurics sent their daughter to serve in the Court of Baron Lebeda as an adviser. The Laurics had a long standing relationship with the Lebeda family as business partners and allies, and knew that their daughter would gain great experience by participating in the rough and tumble politics of Brevoy.
Arriving at Silverhall, Nariel immediately took a liking to the busy machinations of Brevoy Court life. As a courtier, she handled herself aptly, as though she had been doing it for years. Nariel also proved useful to the Lebeda family, as she spoke multiple languages, providing quick and accurate translations for foreign traders and dignitaries visiting court. When the Baron passed, the business of governance fell to Dame Sarrona Lebeda who was charged Regent until the Baron's eldest son Lander came of age to rule. Dame Sarrona found Nariel a most useful and delightful presence in court, and grew to value her counsel.
When news of trouble in the outskirts of Brevoy came to her attention, Sarrona decided it best to send Nariel, and charged her with investigating on behalf of the Lebeda.