Lara Dorren aep Shiadhal was the daughter of Shiadhal. She was an elven sorceress who fell in love with Cregennan of Lod, a mighty human mage after the Conjunction of the Spheres. Their union was very controversial for both races. After Cragen died, Lara gave birth to their daughter, but died herself soon after, orphaning the child. Cerro, the queen of Redania at the time, adopted the half-elf girl and named her Riannon. The descendants of Lara Dorren, which include Ciri, are regarded as special, for their magical gifts are considered to be very strong and they carry Hen Ichaer, Elder Blood.