Eyllwe ambassador trying to negotiate with Adarlan.

An old beggar in Rifthold who observes the city's activities and sometimes provides information.

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

Growing closer to Chaol while maintaining her secret missions. Becomes increasingly protective of...

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

A courtesan working at Clarisse's establishment, serving wealthy clients and gathering information.

Reveals more of his cunning and ruthless nature. Particularly involved in suppressing magical...

An entertainer who performs at court and in the city, singing and dancing for various audiences.

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

Becomes increasingly important as violence escalates, treating wounds and keeping secrets about...

A city magistrate who handles legal matters and disputes within Rifthold's jurisdiction.

Struggling to control his magic while navigating court politics. Becomes increasingly aware of the...

Nehemia's personal scribe who handles her correspondence.

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

One of Arobynn's assassins, mentioned as having been Sam's friend. Works within the guild structure.

Chamber maid who tends to Celaena's rooms.

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

Continues to manipulate events from the shadows. His relationship with Celaena is complex, mixing...

Another member of Arobynn's assassin guild, specializing in reconnaissance and information...

An assassin in Arobynn's guild, skilled in stealth and elimination. Loyal to the guild's hierarchy.

Young scullery maid in the castle kitchens.

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

Captain of the castle's night watch.

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

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

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...

Member of the King's council who advocates for harsher measures against rebels.

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

Another courtesan in Clarisse's employ, known for her discretion and ability to extract secrets...

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

Squire training under the castle guard.

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

A guard from Eyllwe assigned to protect Princess Nehemia during her stay in Adarlan.

Fish seller at the docks market.

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.

Merchant from the southern continent who trades exotic spices.

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

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

Cheese seller at the market.

An herbalist in Rifthold who prepares medicinal herbs and remedies for various ailments.

A court historian responsible for maintaining records of the kingdom's history and significant...

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

A royal judge who presides over important legal cases and criminal proceedings.

Reveals more of his ruthless nature and his systematic destruction of magical bloodlines. Shows...

A court lady known for her involvement in social circles and gossip networks within the castle.

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

Shows signs of being involved in darker court activities and possibly connected to magical...

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

Young girl who sells flowers near the castle gates.

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.

A noble lord at court, involved in various political machinations and social events.

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

Wealthy merchant lord who trades with Melisande.

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

Head laundress who manages the castle's washing.

Royal jeweler who crafts pieces for the court.

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

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

A government minister responsible for various administrative functions in the kingdom.

An elderly man working with the rebel movement. Has connections to the old noble families and...

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

Stable groom who cares for the horses.

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

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

Her rebel activities become more dangerous as she coordinates with resistance movements. Puts...

A guard at Rifthold's prison facilities, responsible for watching prisoners and maintaining...

The warden of Rifthold's main prison, overseeing the facility and its guards.

Assassin specializing in blade work.

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

A female rebel fighter who participates in underground resistance activities against the crown.

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

Continues to serve faithfully, becoming increasingly concerned about the political tensions and...

Fence who deals in stolen goods in the thieves' quarter.

Shows particular interest in Dorian's activities and seems to be observing him closely. His true...

A sailor who works on ships in Rifthold's harbor and has knowledge of maritime activities.

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...

A ship captain who operates from Rifthold's harbor, transporting goods and passengers across the...

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.

A street child in Rifthold who sometimes receives help from Celaena and knows the city's hidden...

Female assassin known for poisoning victims.

Young page who runs messages in the castle.

Wine merchant who supplies the royal cellars.

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

Baker in the lower city who Celaena buys pastries from.