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- "Money is the best lawyer in Hell."
- ―Courtlyn Marlon[src]
Courtlyn Marlon is a Chief Justice of the Union State of Evillious, infamous for her corruption in the Dark Star courtroom. Dubbed as the Master of the Court in life and known as the Collector by later generations, she was despised for her corrupt judgements and shady dealings. Believing she could still help her son, she made a contract and acted under the influence of the Demon of Greed.
History[]
Early Life[]
Born into a wealthy family, Courtlyn grew up ambitious and idealistic, enthusiastically entering law and becoming the first female Chief Justice at a young age. As the successful "Master of the Court", Courtlyn continued to live easily and soon fell in love. Eventually, she married a distant cousin and descendant of the sixth century Marlon King, Arkatoir Marlon, and had a single child, Garrett. At some point before EC 976, Courtlyn came into contact with the playwright Ma, intrigued by her ideas, and began to form a friendship with her.
Sin Fragments[]
In EC 978, Ma told Courtlyn that she wanted to create a film adaptation of the "Daughter of Evil" written by Yukina Freesis and lent her the novel. While on holiday at home, her husband and son traveling abroad, the judge read the story in her study, hoping to return it before Ma grew impatient. Once she finished the book, she stretched and noticed it was sunset and that her family would return the next day. As she gazed at the novel and its author's signature, she heard two knocks at the door and was certain it was Rennert. The butler entered and stated that Ma had come to visit. After sending her in, Ma noticed she read the novel and the judge explained that she had just finished it. When asked, Courtlyn commented how the story she lent her was very different from the story she knew.
After asking which tale was true, Ma insisted it was the book. The blue-haired judge doubted its validity despite her assurances, although expressing her satisfaction in learning about her ancestors. Courtlyn returned the book and then inquired about her desired film adaptation. In response, the playwright grabbed her arm, saying she would need a sponsor. Courtlyn was hesitant due to the funding the endeavor required and removed her arm from Ma's grasp, saying that she would have to take into consideration those dependant on her. Ma noted her husband's return the next day and, perceiving a threat, Courtlyn warned her, but the playwright just laughed, admitting she did not intend to harm the judge's family.
After a long silence, Courtlyn attempted to break the unpleasant atmosphere by asking if there was more about the characters. Saying she did have notes on them, Courtlyn asked about Elluka Clockworker and Gast's actions after the novel's conclusion, connecting them to the killers of Lemy the Ripper. As their discussion continued, she rhetorically asked why Abyss I.R. collected the Seven Deadly Sins. Ma responded that it was to grant a wish and Courtlyn realized she wanted her help collecting the vessels. The judge thanked her but again said that the issue was complicated, as she was happy with her position and family and hesitant to spend money hunting for them.
The playwright then began to leave and she told her to stop, reminding her to not cause her family trouble. At the door, she gave her another chance to change her mind. Courtlyn was disturbed and asked if Ma had heard what she said, only slightly more anxious. But when Ma nodded and left, Courtlyn had a bad feeling. Nonetheless, she made a note to keep an eye on Ma and returned to reading another book. Later, she was disturbed by Rennert and received news that her husband and son were in an accident caused by the bizarre attack of a giant octopus. With her son disabled and without a cure, Ma approached Courtlyn two years later and spoke to her about the vessels of sin again. Offered the chance to save her child, the judge decided to collect the vessels for herself.