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

Captain of the Royal Guard, torn between his duty to the Crown and his growing feelings for...

Footman who serves at royal dinners.

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

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

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

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

Celaena's maid in the castle, loyal and discreet. Helps maintain her cover and provides...

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

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

Chamber maid who tends to Celaena's rooms.

A handsome courtesan from Celaena's past, now on her list of targets. Claims to be involved with...

The castle's weapons master, responsible for training guards and maintaining the armory. Knows...

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

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.

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

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

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...

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

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

Princess of Eyllwe, held captive in the glass castle. Celaena's closest friend and sister of the...

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...

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...

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

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