Chapter 28

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In This Chapter

Amren

Otherworldly being, Trapped entity

Also known as: The Ancient One

Reveals she's not originally from this world but was trapped here. Desperately wants to return to...

Azriel

Survivor, Trauma bearer

Also known as: Shadowsinger

Shows his scarred hands were burned as a child by his father and stepbrothers, explaining his...

Cassian

Trainer, Brother figure

Also known as: Lord of Bloodshed

Helps train Feyre in combat, showing patience and skill as a teacher. Becomes like a brother to her.

Cerridwen

Wraith servant, Spy

Also known as: The Wraith

One of Rhysand's personal servants, a wraith with the ability to move unseen and unheard.

Court of Nightmares Citizens

Old guard, Traditional darklings

Also known as: Hewn City Dwellers

Dark faeries who live in Hewn City and represent the old, cruel ways of the Night Court.

Devlon

Illyrian camp lord

Also known as: Camp Lord of Windhaven

Harsh camp lord of Windhaven, traditionalist who opposes female training and modern changes to...

Emerie

Shop keeper, Aspiring warrior

Illyrian female who runs a supply shop, dreams of flying despite wing-clipping traditions.

Feyre Archeron

Discovering truth

Also known as: Feyre Cursebreaker

Discovers she's Rhysand's mate, not Tamlin's. Learns about the true nature of the mating bond.

Ianthe

Manipulator, False friend

Also known as: High Priestess

Encourages Tamlin's protective behavior and isolation of Feyre, claiming it's for her own good.

Illyrian Blacksmiths

Master smiths, Weapon makers

Also known as: Steel Forgers

Master blacksmiths who forge weapons and tools for the Illyrian warrior camps.

Illyrian Mothers

Mothers, Tradition keepers

Also known as: Camp Matrons

Mothers in Illyrian camps who raise children under harsh traditional rules.

Keir

Bitter father, Rebellious steward

Also known as: Steward of Hewn City

Despises his daughter Mor for her choices and works against Rhysand whenever possible.

Lucien Vanserra

Voice of reason, Frustrated friend

Also known as: Lucien

Tries to reason with Tamlin about his controlling behavior but is largely ignored or dismissed.

Lucien's Contacts

Information sources, Secret contacts

Also known as: Autumn Informants

Secret contacts who provide Lucien with information about court politics and movements.

Mira

Master seamstress, Fashion creator

Also known as: The Seamstress

Talented seamstress who creates beautiful clothing for Night Court citizens.

Morrigan

Exile from family, Chosen family member

Also known as: Mor

Reveals she's from the Court of Nightmares but chose Rhysand's side. Has complicated family history...

Night Court Servants

Willing servants, Happy workers

Also known as: Velaris Staff

Happy and well-treated servants who work in the Night Court by choice, not compulsion.

Night Court Spies

Elite spies, Intelligence gatherers

Also known as: Shadow Agents

Elite spies who work for Rhysand, gathering intelligence across Prythian.

Nuala

Wraith servant, Spy

Also known as: The Wraith

One of Rhysand's personal servants, a wraith with the ability to move unseen and unheard.

Rebels

Rebels, Freedom fighters

Also known as: Resistance Fighters

Those who resist oppressive rule and fight for change in courts like the Court of Nightmares.

Ressina

Gallery curator, Art patron

Also known as: The Gallery Keeper

Curator of the main art gallery in Velaris, helps display and sell local artists' works.

Rhysand

Patient mate, Respectful lover

Also known as: High Lord of Night

Reveals he's known Feyre was his mate since Under the Mountain but waited for her to choose freely.

Rhysand's Generals

Military commanders, War leaders

Also known as: Night Court Commanders

Military commanders who serve Rhysand and lead the Night Court's armies.

Seraphina

Master florist, Garden keeper

Also known as: The Flower Keeper

Florist in Velaris who tends the city's gardens and creates beautiful flower arrangements.

Tamlin

Concerned High Lord

Also known as: High Lord of Spring

Arrives at the Night Court to bring Feyre home, convinced she's been taken against her will.

Velaris Citizens

Happy citizens, Artists and merchants

Also known as: City of Starlight Residents

Happy, thriving faeries who live in the beautiful city of Velaris. Artists, merchants, families...

Velaris Gardeners

Gardeners, Beauty maintainers

Also known as: Green Keepers

Dedicated gardeners who maintain the beautiful parks and green spaces of Velaris.

Velaris Shopkeepers

Shop owners, Business operators

Also known as: Trade Masters

Various shop owners who run the thriving businesses throughout Velaris.

Previously Seen

Alis

Court servant, Caregiver

Also known as: The Kind Servant

Kind-hearted Spring Court servant who genuinely cares for Feyre's wellbeing.

Amarantha

Dead enemy, Former tyrant

Also known as: The Sorceress

Deceased sorceress who once ruled Under the Mountain and cursed the Spring Court, killed by Feyre.

Andras

Deceased sentry, Victim

Also known as: The Fallen Sentry

Spring Court sentry who was killed by Feyre while in wolf form, his death still haunts her.

Artists of Velaris

Artists, Creators

Also known as: City Creators

Talented artists, painters, sculptors, and craftspeople who make Velaris the City of Starlight...

Assassins

Assassins, Secret killers

Also known as: Shadow Killers

Skilled killers who work in secret for various courts and causes throughout the realm.

Bryaxis

Ancient prisoner, Terrifying entity

Also known as: The Thing in the Library

Ancient and terrifying creature imprisoned in the deepest levels of the Night Court library.

Captain Baine

Guard captain, Enforcer

Also known as: The Iron Fist

Lead captain of Tamlin's guard, enforces the High Lord's increasingly strict rules.

Children of Velaris

Children, Future generation

Also known as: Young Citizens

Happy children who grow up safely in Velaris, representing the peace and prosperity of the city.

Clare Beddor

Innocent victim, Casualty of war

Also known as: The Innocent

Innocent human girl who was tortured and killed by Amarantha as punishment meant for Feyre.

Clotho

Head librarian, Knowledge keeper

Also known as: Head Librarian

Head librarian of the Night Court's vast library. Ancient and wise keeper of knowledge.

Craftspeople

Craftspeople, Skilled makers

Also known as: Artisans

Skilled artisans who create beautiful and useful items for their communities.

Darius

Wine merchant, Trade specialist

Also known as: The Wine Merchant

Wine merchant who imports the finest wines from across Prythian for Velaris.

Doctors and Healers

Healers, Medical practitioners

Also known as: Medical Practitioners

Skilled healers who practice medicine and healing arts throughout the various courts.

Elain Archeron

Surprisingly brave, Loyal sister

Also known as: Elain

Shows unexpected courage when faced with the King of Hybern, standing with her sisters despite her...

Elena

Master baker, Community provider

Also known as: The Bread Baker

Beloved baker in Velaris who makes the city's finest bread and pastries.

Families of Velaris

Families, Community

Also known as: City Families

Happy families who live peacefully in Velaris, showing what the Night Court can be at its best.

Farmers

Farmers, Food producers

Also known as: Food Growers

Those who grow food and tend the land to feed the populations of various courts.

Forest Dwellers

Forest folk, Nature dwellers

Also known as: Wood Folk

People who live in and around forests, often in harmony with nature and woodland creatures.

Graysen

Husband, New lord

Also known as: Lord Graysen

Now married to Elain and living in their new estate. Has gained a lordship through the family's new...

Hewn City Guards

Brutal enforcers, Fear agents

Also known as: Nightmare Guards

Brutal guards who enforce order in the Court of Nightmares through violence.

Hewn City Nobles

Dark nobles, Fear rulers

Also known as: Nightmare Court

Cruel nobles of the Court of Nightmares who rule through fear and tradition.

Human Merchants

Merchants, Traders

Also known as: Mortal Traders

Mortal traders who conduct business across the human lands and sometimes near the Wall.

Human Queens

Queens, Mortal rulers

Also known as: Mortal Queens

Powerful mortal rulers who govern the human lands and control access across the Wall.

Human Soldiers

Soldiers, Mortal defenders

Also known as: Mortal Army

Mortal warriors who serve the human queens and defend the human lands from faerie threats.

Human Villagers

Villagers, Common folk

Also known as: Mortal Folk

Common mortal people who live in villages and towns throughout the human lands.

Illyrian Cooks

Camp cooks, Meal preparers

Also known as: Camp Feeders

Hardy cooks who prepare simple but nourishing meals for the warrior camps.

Illyrian Elders

Elders, Tradition advisors

Also known as: Old Ones

Elderly Illyrians who remember old traditions and advise camp leaders.

Illyrian Warriors

Warriors, Traditional fighters

Also known as: Winged Warriors

Warrior race with bat-like wings who serve the Night Court. Traditional and often resistant to...

King of Hybern

Ancient king, Primary antagonist

Also known as: The King

Ancient and powerful faerie king who seeks to reclaim the human lands and destroy the Wall between...

Librarians

Librarians, Knowledge guardians

Also known as: Knowledge Keepers

Dedicated keepers of books and knowledge who maintain the great libraries of the courts.

Lord Nolan

Human lord, Estate owner

Also known as: Graysen's Father

Human lord, father to Graysen, owns estate where Archeron family now lives.

Lyria

Master vocalist, Entertainer

Also known as: The Nightingale

Beautiful singer who performs at Rita's and other venues, known for her haunting ballads.

Madja

Master healer, Medical expert

Also known as: The Healer

Ancient and skilled healer who serves the Night Court, tends to injuries and illnesses.

Malakai

Training master, Veteran warrior

Also known as: The Veteran

Veteran Illyrian warrior who trained Cassian and Azriel, respects their skills.

Marcus

Book binder, Librarian aide

Also known as: The Book Binder

Skilled book binder who creates and repairs books in Velaris, works with the library.

Merchants of Velaris

Merchants, Traders

Also known as: City Traders

Prosperous traders and shopkeepers who conduct business in the thriving markets of Velaris.

Messengers

Messengers, Communication carriers

Also known as: Message Carriers

Fast and reliable carriers of messages between courts, cities, and important figures.

Nesta Archeron

Fierce protector, Hidden strength

Also known as: Nesta

Shows fierce protectiveness when the King of Hybern threatens her family, revealing hidden depths.

Night Court Librarians

Librarians, Knowledge guardians

Also known as: Knowledge Keepers

Learned librarians who maintain the vast libraries of the Night Court.

Night Court Teachers

Teachers, Educators

Also known as: Mind Shapers

Educators who teach reading, writing, and other skills to Night Court citizens.

Papa Archeron

Brave father, Family protector

Also known as: Father

Shows courage when the King of Hybern threatens his family, despite his physical limitations.

Polina

Master painter

Also known as: The Color-Keeper

Renowned painter in Velaris known for her vivid landscape paintings of the Night Court's mountains.

Priestesses

Religious leaders, Spiritual guides

Also known as: Holy Women

Religious figures who serve various temples and provide spiritual guidance to the courts.

Rita

Tavern owner, Friend

Also known as: Tavern Owner

Friendly tavern owner in Velaris who runs a popular establishment frequented by the Inner Circle.

Rita's Staff

Tavern workers, Service providers

Also known as: Tavern Workers

Friendly staff who work at Rita's tavern, serving drinks and creating atmosphere.

Scholars

Scholars, Knowledge seekers

Also known as: Learned Ones

Learned individuals who study history, magic, and lore in libraries throughout the courts.

Spies

Spies, Information gatherers

Also known as: Information Gatherers

Secret agents who gather information for various courts and rulers throughout the realm.

Spring Court Groundskeepers

Groundskeepers, Garden maintainers

Also known as: Garden Tenders

Workers who maintain the beautiful gardens and grounds of the Spring Court manor.

Spring Court Guards

Guards, Border patrol

Also known as: Court Sentries

Faerie warriors who patrol and protect the Spring Court borders and manor.

Spring Court Musicians

Court musicians, Entertainers

Also known as: Green Song

Musicians who play at Spring Court celebrations and ceremonies.

Spring Court Nobles

Court nobles, Social elite

Also known as: Green Lords

Noble families who serve under Tamlin's rule in the Spring Court.

Spring Court Servants

Servants, Free but bound

Also known as: Manor Staff

Various lesser faeries who serve in Tamlin's manor, now free from Amarantha's curse but still bound...

Stryga

Ancient being, Fate weaver

Also known as: The Weaver

Ancient, deadly creature living in a cottage who weaves fate itself into her tapestries.

Tamlin's Sentries

Border guards, Territory protectors

Also known as: Spring Guards

Guards who patrol the Spring Court borders and protect Tamlin's territory.

Temple Guards

Guards, Holy protectors

Also known as: Holy Protectors

Warriors who protect temples and religious sites throughout the various courts.

The Suriel

Advisor, Warner

Also known as: Truth-teller

Gives Feyre crucial information about Rhysand and warns her about the coming dangers.

The Weaver

Test giver, Dangerous guardian

Also known as: Ancient Seamstress

Feyre successfully retrieves an item from her lair, proving her courage and cunning.

Theron

Master goldsmith, Jeweler

Also known as: Master Theron

Master jewelry craftsman who creates exquisite pieces worn by Night Court nobles.

Traders

Traders, Commerce facilitators

Also known as: Commerce Workers

Merchants and traders who facilitate commerce between courts and communities.

Velaris Architects

Architects, City designers

Also known as: City Builders

Skilled architects who designed and built the beautiful structures of Velaris.

Velaris Dancers

Dancers, Entertainers

Also known as: Grace Performers

Graceful dancers who perform at celebrations and entertainment venues in Velaris.

Velaris Musicians

Musicians, Cultural creators

Also known as: Song Weavers

Talented musicians who perform throughout Velaris, creating the city's vibrant cultural life.

Velaris Street Performers

Street entertainers, Joy creators

Also known as: Joy Bringers

Talented performers who entertain crowds in the streets and squares of Velaris.

Wall Guardians

Guardians, Border maintainers

Also known as: Border Sentries

Magical beings and constructs that maintain and guard the Wall between human and faerie realms.

Wall Sentries

Border guards, Wall protectors

Also known as: Border Guards

Guards stationed at the Wall between human and faerie lands, maintain the border.

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