Vartila, often known as Vartila the Whelm, was a high-ranking Whelm lieutenent who served Yggur whilest he ruled his empire. Vartila was often charged with important tasks by her master, and failed to return to the service of Rulke, when many of her fellow Whelm became Ghâshâd. However, at the end of the battle of Shazmak, Vartila recognized her duty to Rulke, and belatedly attempted to save him from his nemesis, Tensor, who she struck down. Mere moments after Vartila returned to Rulke's service, he died due to the wounds caused by Tensor.