Chapter 49
In This Chapter
Adarlan Court Nobles
Court nobility
Also known as: Royal Court
Nobles and courtiers serving at the court of the King of Adarlan.
Adarlan Generals
Army commanders
Also known as: Military Leaders
Military commanders who lead Adarlan's armies in conquest and war.
Adarlan Royal Guards
Royal security
Also known as: Royal Protection
Elite guards who protect the King of Adarlan and the royal family.
Adarlan Soldiers
Soldiers
Regular soldiers serving in the King of Adarlan's army.
Adarlan Spies
Intelligence agents
Also known as: Royal Intelligence
Intelligence operatives who gather information for the King of Adarlan.
Aedion Ashryver
Loyal cousin and general
Also known as: Wolf of the North
Discovers Celaena's true identity, pledges loyalty to his queen.
Celaena Sardothien
Queen of Terrasen
Also known as: Aelin Galathynius
Fully embraces her Fae heritage and true identity as Aelin Galathynius.
Chaol Westfall
Conflicted captain
Also known as: Captain
Struggles with his feelings for Celaena and his duty to the crown.
Dorian Havilliard
Prince with dangerous magic
Also known as: Prince
His magic grows stronger and more dangerous, putting him at risk from his father.
Duke Perrington
Valg-influenced noble
Also known as: The Duke
Revealed to also be under Valg influence, instrumental in the dark plans.
Elena
Queen's spirit
Also known as: Queen Elena
Spirit of the first Queen of Adarlan, appears to guide Celaena.
Marsh Beasts
Corrupted wildlife
Also known as: Swamp Creatures
Monstrous creatures inhabiting marshes and swamps, corrupted by dark magic.
Mort
Magical door knocker
Also known as: The Knocker
Ancient bronze knocker on Elena's tomb, sarcastic and all-knowing.
Narrok
Valg general
Also known as: General Narrok
Valg-possessed general leading the attack on Mistward and demi-Fae.
Palace Servants
Palace staff
Servants working in the glass castle in Rifthold.
Rifthold Citizens
Citizens
Common people living in Adarlan's capital city of Rifthold.
Rowan Whitethorn
Aelin's carranam and mate
Also known as: Prince Rowan
Forms a carranam bond with Aelin, becoming her mate and protector.
Shadow Hounds
Shadow predators
Also known as: Dark Hunting Dogs
Supernatural hunting creatures made of shadow and malice.
Skinwalkers
Shape-shifting enemies
Also known as: Shape-shifting Predators
Dangerous creatures that can take the form of others, used by Valg forces.
The King of Adarlan
Valg-possessed King
Also known as: The King
Revealed to be possessed by the Valg King Erawan, ancient enemy of the Fae.
Valg Commanders
Military commanders
Also known as: Dark Generals
Military leaders among the Valg forces, commanding troops and strategies.
Valg Demons
Demonic entities
Demonic entities from another realm, possessing humans and causing corruption.
Valg Princes
Valg nobility
Also known as: Dark Nobles
High-ranking Valg demons who command lesser forces and possess great power.
Valg Soldiers
Possessed warriors
Also known as: Possessed soldiers
Human soldiers possessed by Valg demons, losing their humanity.
Wyrdkeys
Magical artifacts
Also known as: Keys
Ancient magical artifacts of immense power, sought by dark forces.
Previously Seen
Abraxos
Intelligent wyvern
Shows unexpected intelligence and loyalty, proving his worth in battle.
Ancient Fae
Ancient beings
Various ancient Fae who appear in memories and stories told at Mistward.
Asterin Blackbeak
Loyal Second with a tragic past
Reveals her past and the tragedy that shaped her loyalty to Manon.
Blackbeak Clan Elders
Clan advisors
Also known as: Senior Witches
Elder witches of the Blackbeak Clan who advise the Matron.
Blackbeak Warriors
Clan warriors
Also known as: Clan Fighters
Warrior witches of the Blackbeak Clan trained for combat.
Blueblood Clan Elders
Clan counselors
Also known as: Blueblood Advisors
Elder witches of the Blueblood Clan who provide counsel.
Blueblood Matron
Clan Matron
Also known as: Petralyn Blueblood
Matron of the Blueblood Clan, third of the Ironteeth Matrons.
Blueblood Warriors
Alliance warriors
Also known as: Blueblood Fighters
Warrior witches of the Blueblood Clan, part of the Ironteeth alliance.
Briar Blackbeak
Sixth of the Thirteen
Sixth in the Thirteen, steady and reliable witch.
Bridge Keepers
Infrastructure maintainers
Also known as: Crossing Guards
Officials who maintain bridges and collect tolls for river crossings.
Caravan Guards
Caravan security
Also known as: Trade Protection
Professional guards hired to protect merchant caravans from bandits.
Caravan Traders
Long-distance traders
Also known as: Traveling Merchants
Merchants who travel with caravans carrying goods between distant cities.
Citizens of Orynth
Terrasen citizens
People of Terrasen's capital who await their true queen's return.
Court Dancers
Performance artists
Also known as: Performance Artists
Skilled dancers who perform at court celebrations and ceremonies.
Court Jewelers
Luxury crafters
Also known as: Gem Crafters
Skilled artisans who create jewelry and decorative items for the court.
Court Musicians
Court entertainers
Also known as: Royal Entertainment
Musicians who provide entertainment at court functions and celebrations.
Court Perfumers
Fragrance crafters
Also known as: Scent Makers
Artisans who create perfumes and scented oils for the royal court.
Court Physicians
Medical practitioners
Also known as: Royal Doctors
Trained medical professionals who treat illness and injury in the court.
Court Scribes
Record maintainers
Also known as: Record Keepers
Educated individuals who maintain records and correspondence for officials.
Court Tailors
Clothing crafters
Also known as: Clothing Makers
Expert seamsters who create fine clothing for the royal court.
Doranelle Court Members
Fae courtiers
Also known as: Maeve's Court
Fae nobles and courtiers who serve in Queen Maeve's court in Doranelle.
Earth Spirits
Earth guardians
Also known as: Land Entities
Ancient spirits bound to the earth and mountains of the region.
Edda Blackbeak
Seventh of the Thirteen
Seventh in the Thirteen, skilled in aerial combat.
Emrys
Keeper of secrets
Also known as: Old Emrys
Reveals his knowledge of Celaena's true identity and heritage.
Fae Messengers
Message carriers
Also known as: Fae Couriers
Swift Fae who carry messages between Fae territories and courts.
Fae Warriors
Fae warriors
Various Fae warriors serving Queen Maeve, including Rowan's companions.
Faline Blackbeak
Eleventh of the Thirteen
Eleventh in the Thirteen, strong and dependable.
Falkan Blackbeak
Twelfth of the Thirteen
Twelfth in the Thirteen, youngest member.
Fire Spirits
Fire elementals
Also known as: Flame Entities
Elemental spirits of fire that respond to Celaena's awakening power.
Forest Spirits
Forest guardians
Also known as: Woodland Entities
Magical spirits that inhabit the ancient forests around Mistward.
Gavin
Ancient king's spirit
Also known as: King Gavin
Ancient king, Elena's consort, appears as a spirit to aid in the fight against darkness.
Ghislaine Blackbeak
Thirteenth of the Thirteen
Thirteenth in the Thirteen, completes the elite coven.
Grandmother Blackbeak
Scheming matron
Also known as: The Blackbeak Matron
Ruthlessly ambitious, plotting with the King of Adarlan for power.
Historical Fae Kings
Historical figures
Also known as: Ancient Fae Rulers
Ancient Fae kings mentioned in histories and stories told at Mistward.
Historical Fae Queens
Historical figures
Also known as: Ancient Fae Rulers
Ancient Fae queens whose stories are preserved in Fae lore and history.
Historical Fae Warriors
Legendary warriors
Also known as: Ancient Fae Heroes
Legendary Fae warriors whose deeds are recounted in ancient tales.
Inn Staff
Service workers
Also known as: Hospitality Workers
Workers who clean rooms, serve food, and maintain inns and taverns.
Ironteeth Clans
Witch alliance
Three great witch clans: Blackbeak, Yellowlegs, and Blueblood.
Ironteeth Healers
Medical practitioners
Also known as: Witch Healers
Healers among the witch clans who tend to injuries from combat and training.
Ironteeth Smiths
Weapon smiths
Also known as: Witch Smiths
Skilled metalworkers who create weapons and iron teeth for the witch clans.
Kaya Blackbeak
Ninth of the Thirteen
Ninth in the Thirteen, known for her speed.
King of Wendlyn
Wendlyn monarch
Also known as: Wendlyn Ruler
Ruler of Wendlyn who oversees Celaena's diplomatic mission.
King Rhoe
Deceased king
Also known as: Rhoe Galathynius
Celaena's deceased father, former King of Terrasen.
Language Translators
Language specialists
Also known as: Interpreters
Skilled linguists who translate between different languages for diplomats and traders.
Letha Blackbeak
Tenth of the Thirteen
Tenth in the Thirteen, tactical and observant.
Lighthouse Keepers
Maritime safety
Also known as: Beacon Tenders
Keepers who maintain lighthouse beacons to guide ships safely to port.
Lin Blackbeak
Fifth of the Thirteen
Fifth in the Thirteen, quiet but deadly witch.
Local Blacksmiths
Metal crafters
Also known as: Metal Workers
Skilled metalworkers who create tools, weapons, and horseshoes.
Local Farmers
Food producers
Also known as: Agricultural Workers
Farmers who work the land around Wendlyn's settlements.
Local Fishermen
Local fishers
Also known as: Fish Catchers
Fishermen who work the coastal waters near Varese.
Local Herbalists
Herbal healers
Also known as: Plant Healers
Healers who use plants and herbs to treat ailments and injuries.
Local Priests
Spiritual guides
Also known as: Religious Leaders
Religious leaders who tend to the spiritual needs of local communities.
Luca
Young demi-Fae
Young demi-Fae at Mistward, eager and enthusiastic about training.
Lyria
Deceased mate
Rowan's deceased mate, killed centuries ago, source of his eternal grief.
Malakai
Demi-Fae warrior
Demi-Fae warrior at Mistward, Emrys's companion and protector.
Manon Blackbeak
Questioning Wing Leader
Also known as: Wing Leader
Begins to question the orders from the King of Adarlan and her grandmother's plans.
Map Makers
Navigation aids
Also known as: Cartographers
Skilled craftsmen who create maps for travelers, merchants, and officials.
Master Builders
Construction specialists
Also known as: Construction Workers
Skilled workers who construct buildings, walls, and other structures.
Merchants and Traders
Merchants
Various merchants and traders encountered throughout the realm.
Mistward Demi-Fae
Fortress inhabitants
Various demi-Fae living at Mistward fortress, descendants of Fae and humans.
Mistward Healers
Fortress healers
Also known as: Fortress Medics
Demi-Fae healers who tend to injuries and illnesses at Mistward.
Mistward Kitchen Staff
Kitchen workers
Also known as: Fortress Cooks
Demi-Fae who prepare meals and maintain the kitchens at Mistward.
Mistward Scouts
Reconnaissance
Also known as: Fortress Rangers
Demi-Fae scouts who patrol the surrounding lands for threats.
Mistward Sentries
Fortress sentries
Also known as: Fortress Guards
Demi-Fae guards who protect Mistward fortress from threats.
Mistward Servants
Fortress servants
Demi-Fae and humans who work as servants at Mistward fortress.
Mistward Trainers
Combat trainers
Also known as: Combat Instructors
Demi-Fae who train others in combat and survival skills.
Night Watch
Night security
Also known as: Evening Guards
Guards who patrol streets and maintain security during nighttime hours.
Palace Bakers
Food preparers
Also known as: Bread Makers
Skilled bakers who prepare bread and pastries for the royal household.
Palace Cooks
Meal preparers
Also known as: Kitchen Staff
Kitchen staff who prepare meals for the royal court and guests.
Palace Gardeners
Garden maintainers
Also known as: Groundskeepers
Specialists who maintain palace gardens and landscaping.
Port Authorities
Port officials
Also known as: Harbor Officials
Officials who oversee port operations and shipping regulations in Varese.
Prince of Wendlyn
Crown prince
Also known as: Crown Prince
Heir to the Wendlyn throne, present at court during Celaena's visit.
Queen Evalin
Deceased queen
Also known as: Evalin Galathynius
Celaena's deceased mother, former Queen of Terrasen, remembered by those who knew her.
Queen Maeve
Scheming Fae Queen
Also known as: Dark Queen
Manipulative and dangerous, has her own agenda regarding Celaena's training.
Queen of Wendlyn
Queen consort
Also known as: Wendlyn Consort
Queen consort of Wendlyn, involved in court politics.
Religious Pilgrims
Religious travelers
Also known as: Holy Travelers
Religious travelers making pilgrimages to sacred sites in Wendlyn.
River Pilots
River navigation
Also known as: Waterway Guides
Skilled navigators who guide boats and barges along Wendlyn's rivers.
Royal Architects
Construction planners
Also known as: Building Designers
Designers who plan and oversee the construction of important buildings.
Royal Cobblers
Footwear specialists
Also known as: Shoe Makers
Craftsmen who make and repair shoes and boots for court members.
Royal Librarians
Knowledge custodians
Also known as: Knowledge Keepers
Scholars who maintain the royal library and archives.
Royal Wine Makers
Beverage producers
Also known as: Vintners
Specialists who produce fine wines for royal consumption and ceremonies.
Ship Crews
Maritime workers
Also known as: Sailors
Sailors and crew members who work the ships traveling between continents.
Sorrel Blackbeak
Third of the Thirteen
Third in command of the Thirteen, practical and strategic witch.
Stable Hands
Animal care
Also known as: Horse Tenders
Workers who care for horses at inns and stables throughout Wendlyn.
Street Vendors
Street commerce
Also known as: Market Sellers
Small merchants who sell goods in the streets and markets of Varese.
Tavern Patrons
Local patrons
Also known as: Local Customers
Regular customers and visitors to the taverns and inns of Varese.
Tax Collectors
Revenue collection
Also known as: Revenue Officers
Officials who collect taxes and duties for the kingdom's treasury.
Terrasen Noble Houses
Noble houses
Noble families of Terrasen, some still loyal to the Galathynius line.
Terrasen Survivors
Kingdom survivors
Also known as: Kingdom Remnants
Survivors of Terrasen's fall who remain loyal to the Galathynius line.
The Thirteen
Wyvern riders
Also known as: Manon's Thirteen
Each witch bonds with a wyvern to form the aerial cavalry.
Thea Blackbeak
Eighth of the Thirteen
Eighth in the Thirteen, fierce in battle.
Town Criers
Information disseminators
Also known as: News Announcers
Officials who announce news, proclamations, and important information to the public.
Traveling Bards
Entertainment providers
Also known as: Storytellers
Musicians and storytellers who travel between towns sharing news and entertainment.
Varese Dockworkers
Maritime workers
Also known as: Port Workers
Workers who load and unload ships at Varese's busy port.
Varese Innkeepers
Hospitality workers
Also known as: Tavern Keepers
Operators of inns and taverns in the port town of Varese.
Varese Merchants
Local commerce
Also known as: Port Traders
Merchants and traders operating in the port town of Varese.
Various Ship Captains
Sea captains
Captains and sailors who transport people across the Narrow Sea.
Various Wyverns
War mounts
Massive flying creatures bred for war, bonded with Ironteeth witches.
Vesta Blackbeak
Fourth of the Thirteen
Fourth in the Thirteen, aggressive and hot-tempered witch.
Water Spirits
Water guardians
Also known as: Aquatic Entities
Spirits that dwell in lakes, rivers, and streams near Mistward.
Weather Watchers
Weather forecasters
Also known as: Storm Predictors
Individuals skilled in predicting weather patterns for sailors and farmers.
Wendlyn Ambassadors
Diplomats
Also known as: Diplomatic Corps
Diplomatic representatives who handle foreign relations for Wendlyn.
Wendlyn City Guards
Local security
Also known as: Local Security
Local guards who maintain order in Wendlyn's towns and cities.
Wendlyn Court Nobles
Court nobles
Various nobles and courtiers of Wendlyn who interact with Celaena during her mission.
Wendlyn Courtiers
Court members
Various nobles and courtiers at the Wendlyn court who interact with Celaena.
Wendlyn Craftsmen
Court artisans
Also known as: Royal Artisans
Skilled artisans who create goods for the Wendlyn court and kingdom.
Wendlyn Noble Ladies
Court nobility
Also known as: Court Ladies
Noble ladies of the Wendlyn court who observe court politics.
Wendlyn Noble Lords
Court nobility
Also known as: Court Lords
Various noble lords of the Wendlyn court who interact with Celaena.
Wendlyn Palace Guards
Palace guards
Guards and soldiers protecting the Wendlyn royal family and palace.
Wendlyn Sailors
Naval personnel
Also known as: Naval Forces
Sailors who crew Wendlyn's naval vessels and coastal defenses.
Wendlyn Soldiers
National army
Also known as: Royal Army
Professional soldiers serving the Kingdom of Wendlyn.
Wind Spirits
Air elementals
Also known as: Air Entities
Spirits of wind and air that aid in magical workings around Mistward.
Wyvern Breeders
Animal breeders
Also known as: Beast Breeders
Specialists who breed and raise wyverns for the witch armies.
Wyvern Handlers
Animal handlers
Also known as: Beast Masters
Specialized workers who care for and train the wyverns used by the witches.
Wyvern Trainers
Animal trainers
Also known as: Beast Trainers
Experts who train wyverns for combat and riding.
Yellowlegs Clan Elders
Clan advisors
Also known as: Yellowlegs Advisors
Elder witches who guide the Yellowlegs Clan and its decisions.
Yellowlegs Matron
Clan Matron
Also known as: Cressida Yellowlegs
Matron of the Yellowlegs Clan, rival to the Blackbeaks.
Yellowlegs Warriors
Rival clan warriors
Also known as: Yellowlegs Fighters
Warrior witches of the Yellowlegs Clan, rivals to the Blackbeaks.
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