Reveals his involvement with the rebel movement and his knowledge of Celaena's true identity. Seeks...

Continues to provide training and weapon maintenance, increasingly aware of the growing tensions in...

Chaol's father and a lord in his own right. Mentioned in connection with family expectations and...

Reveals more of her past with Arobynn and her training. Shows reluctance to kill innocents and...

Begins a romantic relationship with Celaena while maintaining his position. Increasingly questions...

The head cook of the castle kitchens, responsible for preparing meals for the royal household and...

Notorious assassin from the Guild mentioned in conversations about dangerous killers.

A merchant in Rifthold who trades in various goods and has connections throughout the city.

A court musician who performs at royal functions and social gatherings in the castle.

Shows genuine care for Celaena's wellbeing and becomes increasingly concerned about her dangerous...

His magical abilities are growing stronger, causing him concern about discovery. Seeks to...

Assassin specializing in blade work.

A rebel contact who works with Nehemia's network, helping coordinate resistance activities against...

Female assassin known for poisoning victims.

Castle cat that frequents the kitchens and Celaena's rooms.

Chamber maid who tends to Celaena's rooms.

Celaena's former master and the most feared assassin in Rifthold. Trained her from childhood and...

Young scullery maid in the castle kitchens.

The castle blacksmith responsible for creating and maintaining weapons, tools, and metalwork for...

The captain responsible for the city watch in Rifthold, maintaining order and security in the...

Footman who serves at royal dinners.

A sergeant in the Rifthold city watch, responsible for leading patrols and maintaining law and...

The madam of a high-end brothel in Rifthold. Provides services to nobility and has connections...

A member of the King's council, involved in policy decisions and court politics. Appears to support...

A worker at the Rifthold docks who handles cargo and has knowledge of ship movements and trade.

The King's right hand and chief enforcer. Oversees much of the kingdom's military operations and...

A member of the Eyllwe delegation, serving Princess Nehemia during her captivity in the glass...

A loyal guard in the royal guard, noted for his dedication to duty and protocol.

One of the castle guards under Chaol's command. Reliable and observant of castle activities.

A guard responsible for various security duties around the castle. Known for his attention to...

A member of the royal guard known for his fighting skills and loyalty to his captain.

Young guard who patrols the royal wing.

An assistant to the castle healer, helping with medical treatments and maintaining supplies.

The tyrannical ruler of Adarlan who destroyed magic and conquered much of the continent. Uses...

A kitchen maid who works under the head cook, helping prepare meals and maintain the kitchens.

Court lady who gossips about Celaena's relationship with the prince and captain.

A noble lady at court, previously involved with Prince Dorian. Now married and established in court...

The castle librarian, keeper of books and historical records. Has access to ancient texts and...

A healer in the castle, tending to injuries and illnesses. Provides medical care discreetly when...

A minor lord at court who participates in political discussions and social events.

Noble at court who attends council meetings. Supports the King's policies.

Lady Kaltain's husband, a minor lord at court who participates in various political activities.

A beautiful courtesan in Rifthold, connected to Arobynn's network. Has a complicated relationship...

A royal messenger responsible for carrying messages between the castle and various locations...

Stable groom who cares for the horses.

A priest in Rifthold who conducts religious services and provides spiritual guidance to the...

Revealed to be actively working with rebels to undermine Adarlan's rule. Her friendship with...

A young nobleman working with the rebel movement against Adarlan. Connected to Princess Nehemia's...

One of Chaol's trusted guards, loyal to the Captain and aware of some of the secret activities in...

Prince Dorian's older cousin, visiting the castle. Appears charming but seems to have his own...

Celaena's former lover and fellow assassin, murdered by Arobynn's enemies. His death still haunts...

A scholar who studies ancient texts and history, sometimes consulted for historical knowledge.

A court scribe responsible for recording official documents and maintaining records of court...

The castle seamstress responsible for making and maintaining clothing for the royal household and...

An unnamed contact within various spy networks operating in Rifthold, providing information to...

A young stable boy who helps care for the horses and maintains the stables under Hoke's supervision.

The master of the castle stables, responsible for the care of horses and training of stable hands.

The keeper of a tavern in Rifthold frequented by various characters for information and meetings.

Young page who runs messages in the castle.

Baker in the lower city who Celaena buys pastries from.