Chapter 50
In This Chapter
Amren
Hidden heart, Family member
Also known as: The Ancient One
Shows genuine care for the Inner Circle despite her harsh exterior. Values their chosen family.
Ancient Spirits
Ancient beings, Knowledge holders
Also known as: Old Ones
Primordial spirits that existed before the current age, hold ancient knowledge.
Assassins
Assassins, Secret killers
Also known as: Shadow Killers
Skilled killers who work in secret for various courts and causes throughout the realm.
Autumn Court Citizens
Citizens, Oppressed subjects
Also known as: Autumn Dwellers
Citizens who live under Beron's harsh rule in the Autumn Court, often fearful and oppressed.
Azriel
Survivor, Trauma bearer
Also known as: Shadowsinger
Shows his scarred hands were burned as a child by his father and stepbrothers, explaining his...
Beron
High Lord, Cruel father, Fire wielder
Also known as: High Lord of Autumn
Cold and cruel High Lord of Autumn with fire powers. Lucien's father who cast him out.
Bryaxis
Ancient being, Shadow creature
Also known as: The Shadow
Terrifying ancient creature imprisoned in the Prison, made of shadow and nightmare.
Cassian
Self-made warrior, Inspirational figure
Also known as: Lord of Bloodshed
Reveals more of his past as a bastard-born Illyrian who earned his place through skill and...
Cauldron Maidens
Sacred guardians, Ancient servants
Also known as: Sacred Keepers
Ancient maidens bound to serve and protect the Cauldron's power.
Dawn Court Citizens
Citizens, Healers
Also known as: Dawn Dwellers
Citizens of the Dawn Court known for their healing arts and peaceful nature.
Day Court Citizens
Citizens, Scholars
Also known as: Day Dwellers
Scholarly citizens of the Day Court who value knowledge and learning above all.
Eris
Heir, Ambitious prince
Also known as: Heir of Autumn
Beron's eldest son and heir to the Autumn Court. Cruel and ambitious like his father.
Feyre Archeron
Warrior
Also known as: Feyre Cursebreaker
Uses her growing powers to help protect the Night Court and prepares for the coming war.
Helion
High Lord, Scholar, Knowledge keeper
Also known as: High Lord of Day
High Lord of Day with golden hair and bronze skin. Known for his libraries and vast knowledge.
Human Queens
Potential traitors, Power seekers
Also known as: Mortal Queens
Some ally with Hybern in exchange for promises of immortality and power.
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.
Hybern Generals
Generals, Military leaders
Also known as: King's Commanders
High-ranking military commanders who lead the King of Hybern's forces in battle.
Hybern King's Servants
Dark servants, Royal attendants
Also known as: Dark Servants
Loyal servants who serve the King of Hybern and carry out his dark commands.
Hybern Soldiers
Soldiers, Conquerors
Also known as: King's Army
Powerful faerie warriors who serve the King of Hybern in his quest to reclaim the human lands.
Illyrian Warriors
Traditional warriors, Change resisters
Also known as: Winged Warriors
Many still practice brutal traditions like wing-clipping of females, which the Inner Circle opposes.
Kallias
High Lord, Devoted mate
Also known as: High Lord of Winter
High Lord of Winter with silver hair and ice-blue eyes. Rules the Winter Court with his mate.
King of Hybern
Conqueror, Enslaver
Also known as: The King
Reveals his plan to use the Cauldron to break the Wall and enslave humanity once more.
Made Objects
Magical artifacts, Power items
Also known as: Cauldron-made Items
Magical items created by the Cauldron's power, possessing immense magical abilities.
Messengers
Messengers, Communication carriers
Also known as: Message Carriers
Fast and reliable carriers of messages between courts, cities, and important figures.
Miryam
Immortal queen, Wise ruler
Also known as: The Blessed
Former human queen who became immortal, now rules hidden island kingdom with Prince Drakon.
Morrigan
Truth wielder, Interrogator
Also known as: Mor
Shows her power over truth - she can sense lies and compel honesty. Uses this ability to serve the...
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.
Prince Drakon
Seraphim prince, Military commander
Also known as: The Seraphim Prince
Noble Seraphim prince with great wings, rules hidden island kingdom with Miryam.
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.
Refugees
Refugees, Displaced people
Also known as: Displaced People
People displaced by war and conflict who seek safety in other courts and territories.
Rhysand
War leader, Strategist
Also known as: High Lord of Night
Prepares for war against Hybern while building alliances with other courts. Shows his strategic...
Spies
Spies, Information gatherers
Also known as: Information Gatherers
Secret agents who gather information for various courts and rulers throughout the realm.
The Cauldron
Weapon of transformation, World changer
Also known as: Mother Cauldron
Controlled by the King of Hybern to reshape the world according to his desires. Can transform and...
Thesan
High Lord, Mediator, Healer
Also known as: High Lord of Dawn
High Lord of Dawn with healing powers and golden-brown skin. Hosts the meeting of High Lords to...
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...
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.
Winter Court Citizens
Citizens, Hardy survivors
Also known as: Winter Dwellers
Hardy citizens of the Winter Court who thrive under the equal rule of Kallias and Viviane.
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...
Autumn Court Spies
Spies, Information gatherers
Also known as: Beron's Eyes
Secret agents who serve Lord Beron and report on activities across courts.
Balthazar
Ancient prisoner, Seer
Also known as: The Bone Carver's Brother
Ancient being imprisoned in the Prison, brother to the Bone Carver, equally feared.
Bryaxis
Otherworldly being, Dangerous entity
Also known as: The Thing in the Library
Reveals more of its nature as an entity from another realm, similar to Amren but more dangerous.
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.
Captain Drakmor
Harbor captain, Trade supervisor
Also known as: The Harbor Master
Captain who manages the Summer Court's main harbor and oversees maritime trade.
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.
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.
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.
Craftspeople
Craftspeople, Skilled makers
Also known as: Artisans
Skilled artisans who create beautiful and useful items for their communities.
Cresseida
Princess, Diplomat
Also known as: Princess of Summer
Princess of the Summer Court, sister to Tarquin, wise and diplomatic.
Darius
Wine merchant, Trade specialist
Also known as: The Wine Merchant
Wine merchant who imports the finest wines from across Prythian for Velaris.
Dawn Court Healers
Master healers, Medical experts
Also known as: Light Healers
Master healers trained in the Dawn Court's healing arts under Thesan.
Day Court Scholars
Scholars, Knowledge guardians
Also known as: Knowledge Keepers
Learned scholars who preserve ancient knowledge in the Day Court's vast libraries.
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...
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.
Emerie
Shop keeper, Aspiring warrior
Illyrian female who runs a supply shop, dreams of flying despite wing-clipping traditions.
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.
Fifth Human Queen
Young queen, Questioner
Also known as: The Youngest
Youngest of the human queens, often questions traditional approaches.
First Human Queen
Queen leader, Decision maker
Also known as: The Leader
Leader among the human queens, makes final decisions for their group.
Fishermen
Fishermen, Sea harvesters
Also known as: Sea Workers
Those who harvest the sea for food, especially common in coastal areas like the Summer Court.
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.
Fourth Human Queen
Scholar queen, Knowledge seeker
Also known as: The Scholar
Most learned of the human queens, studies magic and ancient knowledge.
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 Villagers
Villagers, Common folk
Also known as: Mortal Folk
Common mortal people who live in villages and towns throughout the human lands.
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 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 Females
Oppressed females, Clipped warriors
Also known as: Clipped Females
Female Illyrians who are often denied training and have their wings clipped to prevent them from...
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.
Lady of Autumn
High Lady, Abused wife
Also known as: Autumn's Rose
Wife of Lord Beron, mother to Eris and his brothers, suffers under her husband's rule.
Librarians
Librarians, Knowledge guardians
Also known as: Knowledge Keepers
Dedicated keepers of books and knowledge who maintain the great libraries of the courts.
Lord Beron
High Lord, Tyrant father
Also known as: High Lord of Autumn
High Lord of the Autumn Court, father to Eris and other sons, rules with an iron fist.
Lord Helion
High Lord, Scholar
Also known as: High Lord of Day
Charismatic High Lord of the Day Court, master of light magic and ancient knowledge.
Lord Kallias
High Lord, Ice master
Also known as: High Lord of Winter
High Lord of the Winter Court, recently freed from Under the Mountain's curse.
Lord Nolan
Human lord, Estate owner
Also known as: Graysen's Father
Human lord, father to Graysen, owns estate where Archeron family now lives.
Lord Tarquin
High Lord, Just ruler
Also known as: High Lord of Summer
Young High Lord of the Summer Court, fair and just ruler who welcomes allies.
Lord Thesan
High Lord, Master healer
Also known as: High Lord of Dawn
Kind High Lord of the Dawn Court, skilled healer and peacemaker.
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.
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.
Mira
Master seamstress, Fashion creator
Also known as: The Seamstress
Talented seamstress who creates beautiful clothing for Night Court citizens.
Mountain Dwellers
Mountain folk, Hardy survivors
Also known as: Highland Folk
Hardy people who live in mountainous regions, often including Illyrian camps.
Nerida
Court entertainer, Storm caller
Also known as: The Sea Singer
Beautiful sea-fae who sings for Tarquin's court, her voice can calm storms.
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 Dreamers
Dreamers, Hope keepers
Also known as: Vision Keepers
Citizens who share Rhysand's dream of a better Night Court built on hope and freedom.
Night Court Librarians
Librarians, Knowledge guardians
Also known as: Knowledge Keepers
Learned librarians who maintain the vast libraries of the Night Court.
Night Court Spies
Elite spies, Intelligence gatherers
Also known as: Shadow Agents
Elite spies who work for Rhysand, gathering intelligence across Prythian.
Night Court Teachers
Teachers, Educators
Also known as: Mind Shapers
Educators who teach reading, writing, and other skills to Night Court citizens.
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.
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.
Prison Warden
Prison keeper, Guardian
Also known as: The Keeper
Ancient keeper of the Prison who guards the most dangerous creatures in Prythian.
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's Generals
Military commanders, War leaders
Also known as: Night Court Commanders
Military commanders who serve Rhysand and lead the Night Court's armies.
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.
Sailors
Sailors, Sea navigators
Also known as: Sea Travelers
Experienced travelers of the sea who navigate ships and conduct maritime trade.
Scholars
Scholars, Knowledge seekers
Also known as: Learned Ones
Learned individuals who study history, magic, and lore in libraries throughout the courts.
Second Human Queen
Queen advisor, Wise counselor
Also known as: The Advisor
Wise advisor among the human queens, counsels on important decisions.
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.
Shipbuilders
Shipbuilders, Vessel creators
Also known as: Vessel Crafters
Skilled craftspeople who build ships and boats for transportation and trade.
Sixth Human Queen
Diplomat queen, Negotiator
Also known as: The Diplomat
Most diplomatic of the human queens, handles negotiations and treaties.
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.
Summer Court Children
Court children, Future citizens
Also known as: Young Swimmers
Children of the Summer Court who play in the waters and learn swimming from birth.
Summer Court Citizens
Citizens, Coastal dwellers
Also known as: Adriata Residents
Happy citizens of the Summer Court who live in beautiful coastal cities and enjoy their court's...
Summer Court Fishermen
Fishermen, Sea workers
Also known as: Sea Harvesters
Skilled fishermen who harvest the seas around the Summer Court's coastline.
Summer Court Guards
Guards, Coastal protectors
Also known as: Adriata Sentries
Warriors who protect the Summer Court and its beautiful coastal cities like Adriata.
Summer Court Pearl Divers
Pearl divers, Treasure hunters
Also known as: Treasure Seekers
Expert divers who harvest pearls and treasures from the ocean depths.
Summer Court Shipwrights
Shipbuilders, Master crafters
Also known as: Ship Crafters
Master craftsmen who build the beautiful ships of the Summer Court fleet.
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.
Tamlin's Sentries
Border guards, Territory protectors
Also known as: Spring Guards
Guards who patrol the Spring Court borders and protect Tamlin's territory.
Tarquin
Betrayed ally, Hurt friend
Also known as: High Lord of Summer
Feels betrayed when he discovers Feyre and Rhysand stole from his court, despite their good...
Temple Guards
Guards, Holy protectors
Also known as: Holy Protectors
Warriors who protect temples and religious sites throughout the various courts.
The Bone Carver
Ancient oracle, Shape-shifter
Also known as: Ancient One
Ancient being imprisoned in the Prison, can see death and take any shape.
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.
Third Human Queen
Warrior queen, Military strategist
Also known as: The Warrior
Most martial of the human queens, focuses on military strategy and defense.
Traders
Traders, Commerce facilitators
Also known as: Commerce Workers
Merchants and traders who facilitate commerce between courts and communities.
Varian
Prince, Loyal warrior
Also known as: Prince of Adriata
Prince cousin to Tarquin, skilled warrior and loyal friend to the High Lord.
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 Gardeners
Gardeners, Beauty maintainers
Also known as: Green Keepers
Dedicated gardeners who maintain the beautiful parks and green spaces of 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 Shopkeepers
Shop owners, Business operators
Also known as: Trade Masters
Various shop owners who run the thriving businesses throughout Velaris.
Velaris Street Performers
Street entertainers, Joy creators
Also known as: Joy Bringers
Talented performers who entertain crowds in the streets and squares of Velaris.
Viviane
Winter Court noble, Supportive mate
Also known as: Ice Princess
Beloved mate of Kallias, helped him through the curse of Under the Mountain.
Wall Sentries
Border guards, Wall protectors
Also known as: Border Guards
Guards stationed at the Wall between human and faerie lands, maintain the border.
Winter Court Guards
Elite guards, Ice warriors
Also known as: Ice Warriors
Elite guards of the Winter Court, masters of ice magic and cold weather combat.
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