Shows increasing intelligence and loyalty, often defying expectations.

Forms part of Aelin's new court and helps plan the kingdom's restoration.

Leads the mission to rescue Dorian from the glass castle and confront her past.

Spirits of ancient rulers and heroes who offer guidance in the tomb.

Reveals more of her tragic past and why she's so loyal to Manon.

Sixth member of the Thirteen, steady and dependable.

Gradually comes to terms with Aelin's true identity and joins her cause.

Nobles of the Adarlanian court, many now controlled or influenced by Valg forces.

Imprisoned and controlled by a Wyrdstone collar that suppresses his magic and free will.

Valg-possessed duke who oversees the dark experiments and military operations.

Seventh member of the Thirteen, skilled aerial combatant.

Receives help from Kaltain and begins planning her escape from Morath.

Reveals more of his ancient power and plans for total domination.

Lives under Lysandra's protection and care, receiving education and safety.

Eleventh member of the Thirteen, strong and dependable fighter.

Twelfth member of the Thirteen, youngest of the elite group.

Thirteenth member of the Thirteen, completing the elite coven.

Ruthless matron of the Blackbeak Clan, pushing Manon toward greater brutality.

Cruel and ambitious heir to the Yellowlegs Clan, Manon's enemy.

Retains enough humanity to help Elide and plan revenge against her captors.

Ninth member of the Thirteen, known for speed and agility.

Tenth member of the Thirteen, tactical and observant.

Fifth member of the Thirteen, quiet but deadly in combat.

Powerful Fae warrior in service to Queen Maeve, sent to find Aelin.

Becomes a crucial member of Aelin's court and close friend.

Begins to question the orders and brutality expected of her by her grandmother.

Elide's deceased mother, killed for her loyalty to Terrasen and Queen Evalin.

Various captives held in Morath for experimentation and torture.

Ironteeth witches stationed at Morath fortress serving Erawan.

Bronze door knocker with ancient wisdom, provides cryptic advice to those who seek the wyrdkeys.

Elderly member of the Terrasen resistance, wise and experienced.

Proves herself as a skilled archer and loyal ally in the fight against evil.

Elite guards protecting the glass castle and royal family.

Scholars who maintain the royal library and its vast collection of knowledge.

Trained doctors who attend to the health of the royal family and court.

Court scribes who maintain records and handle correspondence for the crown.

Servants who work in the glass castle, many now under Valg influence.

Heir to the Blueblood Clan, rival to Manon but with a sense of honor.

Ancient queen's spirit who continues to guide and advise Aelin in her quest.

Sends Lorcan to find Aelin, revealing her own agenda in the larger conflict.

Gradually accepts Aelin as his rightful queen and joins her cause.

Supports Aelin's plans while maintaining his protective and strategic role.

Fast riders who carry messages between the palace and distant locations.

Third in command of the Thirteen, strategic and reliable witch.

People throughout Terrasen who remained loyal to the Galathynius line.

Possessed by Erawan, no longer the man he once was but a vessel for ancient evil.

Begin to question their orders as they witness increasing brutality.

Ancient magical artifacts that can open portals between worlds and grant immense power.

Eighth member of the Thirteen, fierce and loyal warrior.

High-ranking Valg demons commanding possessed forces in Rifthold.

Palace guards possessed by Valg demons serving Erawan's will.

Flying creatures bonded to the Ironteeth witches as war mounts.

Elide's treacherous uncle who betrayed his family to serve dark powers.

Fourth member of the Thirteen, aggressive and fierce in battle.

Specialists who create medicines and potions from herbs and other ingredients.

Guards responsible for maintaining and distributing weapons from the palace armory.

Killed by Lysandra as part of Aelin's plan for revenge and justice.

Members of the Assassin's Guild that once trained and housed Celaena.

Matron of the Blueblood Clan, third member of the Ironteeth alliance.

Skilled workers who create and bind books for the literate population.

Guards who protect and monitor the bridges crossing Rifthold's rivers.

Meat sellers who provide protein to the city's inhabitants.

Skilled workers who build and repair wooden structures throughout the city.

Master masons who built and maintain the stone portions of the glass castle.

Workers who clean chimneys and flues to prevent fires in city buildings.

Bakers who provide bread and pastries to Rifthold's population.

Skilled metalworkers who create weapons, tools, and household items.

Guards stationed at the gates leading into and out of Rifthold.

Healers who treat injuries and illnesses throughout Rifthold.

Guards responsible for maintaining order in Rifthold's streets and districts.

Workers at Clarisse's establishment who provide information to Aelin.

Traders who sell fabrics and textiles from various regions.

Specialists who can decode encrypted messages and secret communications.

Former nobles who lost favor with the crown and now support the resistance.

Workers who load and unload ships at Rifthold's busy port.

Skilled criminals who create false documents and identification papers.

Spies who work for multiple factions, playing different sides against each other.

Prisoners who escaped from royal dungeons and now work against the crown.

Individuals who buy and sell stolen goods in the criminal underworld.

Sellers of fresh fish from the nearby waters and rivers.

Brothel madam who exploited Lysandra and other young women.

Ex-soldiers who deserted or were discharged and now fight against their former commanders.

Individuals who claim to predict the future for paying customers.

Individuals who handle the increasing number of funerals and burials in the city.

Individuals who run illegal gambling operations in hidden locations.

Architects who designed and know the secret passages of the glass castle.

Artisans who create glass objects, windows, and decorative items.

Workers who dig graves and maintain cemeteries, busier than ever during dark times.

Individuals who collect and sell information and secrets for profit.

Skilled artisans who craft jewelry and work with precious metals and gems.

Workers who light and maintain street lamps throughout the city.

Craftsmen who work leather into armor, clothing, and useful items.

Dangerous individuals who lend money at extremely high interest rates.

Business people trying to maintain commerce despite the ongoing conflicts.

Women who assist with childbirth throughout the city.

Individuals who lend money at interest to those in need of funds.

Workers who collect and dispose of human waste from city homes and buildings.

Skilled dancers who perform at royal celebrations and court events.

Workers who maintain the elaborate gardens and grounds of the glass castle.

Master jewelers who craft precious items for the royal treasury and court.

Kitchen staff who prepare meals for the royal court and palace inhabitants.

Musicians who perform for the royal court and palace functions.

Master tailors who create fine clothing for the royal family and court.

Doctors who treat the mysterious diseases spreading through parts of the city.

Dangerous individuals who specialize in creating and administering poisons.

Writers who create and distribute anti-royal propaganda and resistance materials.

Guards who enforce quarantine zones around areas affected by mysterious diseases.

Wealthy individuals who secretly fund resistance operations against the crown.

Families fleeing from war and Valg corruption seeking safety in Rifthold.

Fast runners who carry messages between resistance cells across the city.

Citizens who secretly support the resistance against the King of Adarlan.

Common citizens of Rifthold living under the King of Adarlan's rule.

Merchants and traders conducting business in Rifthold's markets and districts.

Network of rebels working against the King of Adarlan from within Rifthold.

Various citizens and guards who secretly oppose the King's tyranny.

Agile individuals who traverse the city by running across rooftops.

Specialists who can open locked safes and secure containers.

Individuals who maintain secret safe houses for resistance members and fugitives.

Sailors who crew the many ships coming and going from Rifthold's port.

Aelin's deceased love, remembered as she processes her past and current relationships.

Workers who maintain the underground sewers and waterways of Rifthold.

Dealers in illegal goods operating in Rifthold's underground markets.

Captains of various vessels who transport people and goods between continents.

Deep cover agents embedded in various organizations for intelligence gathering.

Individuals who secretly transport illegal goods in and out of Rifthold.

Merchants who deal in exotic spices and rare seasonings from distant lands.

Leaders who coordinate spy networks and intelligence operations.

Workers who care for horses and maintain the palace stables.

Craftsmen who work with stone to build and maintain city infrastructure.

Orphaned children living on Rifthold's streets, often used as spies and messengers.

Musicians, dancers, and entertainers who perform in the streets for coins.

Operators of taverns and inns throughout Rifthold where information flows freely.

Officials who collect taxes and fees for the royal treasury.

Priestesses serving in the temples of Rifthold's various religious orders.

People seeking sanctuary in temples from the growing violence and chaos.

Professional criminals who steal from citizens and visitors to Rifthold.

Guards stationed in towers throughout the city for surveillance and defense.

Workers who dig tunnels and underground passages for various purposes.

Warriors who fight in underground arenas for money and entertainment.

Printers who secretly produce and distribute forbidden texts and resistance materials.

Nobles from various kingdoms caught up in the larger conflict.

Families who lost loved ones in the King's wars and now oppose his rule.

Workers who carry and deliver fresh water to homes and businesses.

Specialized blacksmiths who forge weapons for guards, soldiers, and mercenaries.

Individuals who secretly transport weapons to resistance fighters.

Skilled workers who create clothing and textiles for city residents.

Merchants who import and sell wine and other alcoholic beverages.

Matron of the Yellowlegs Clan, rival and ally to the Blackbeaks in their service to Adarlan.