crown of bones

Lord Lucian is Kael's right hand.

Sir Richard is the captain of the Asterian royal guard.

Lady Miranda is Selena's lady-in-waiting and best friend.

Kael

They died many centuries ago during the war.

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Selena

King Aldric is the wise ruler of Asteria.

Queen Eleanor is a diplomat who dreams of ending a centuries-old war.

Adrian's parents

King Richard Valmont

Ruler of the Kingdom of Lumeria.

A cool-headed politician and an outstanding military leader, he's willing to forge any alliance for the sake of his kingdom's prosperity, which is why he's groomed Adrien for marriage to Princess Selene since childhood. He detests Noctis and dreams of one day destroying the Kingdom of Eternal Night.

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Queen Celeste Valmont

Adrian's mother.

A kind, wise, and noble woman. She sincerely loves her son and supports his feelings for Celaena, believing that they can unite the kingdoms of light. However, she fears that Adrian's obsession with the princess will one day lead to his death.

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Lilith's parents

Archmage Morvayn

One of the greatest mages in the history of Noctis.

He was the young Lilith's mentor and the creator of many forbidden spells. He died several centuries ago defending Noctis during the Great War. It was he who taught his daughter to wield ancient magic and always promised that one day she would become the most powerful witch of her generation.

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Supreme Witch Evelyn Morvayne

Mother Lilith.

A legendary witch who once led the Order of Shadows, she sacrificed her own life to seal the ancient curse that later befell Kael. Lilith admired her mother all her life and aspired to be just as great, and after her death, she vowed to protect Noctis and her king at any cost.

King Aldric Asterian

Ruler of Asteria. A wise and far-sighted king. Despite centuries of war, he respects Kael as a strong and noble ruler. He dislikes Adrian, considering him too ambitious, jealous, and unsuitable for Selene. He allows his daughter to choose her own destiny.

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Queen Eleanor Asterian

Queen of Asteria. A proud and powerful woman. She sincerely adores Adrian and dreams of seeing him marry Celaena, considering this union ideal for the kingdom. She hates Kael, believing him to be a monster.

Lady Lilith Morvayn

Age: looks 25 years old.

Supreme Witch of Noctis.

A very beautiful woman with long silver hair, scarlet eyes and pale skin.

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Character

Cold-blooded.

Proud.

Manipulative.

Loyal only to Kael.

Patient.

Dangerous.

Vile.

Jealous.

Hates Selena.

From time to time he tries to kill her, poison her, or cripple her secretly.

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Biography

Lilith has served the royal family for over three hundred years. It was she who helped Kael survive the first years after the curse and was always by his side. Over these centuries, her devotion gradually turned into unrequited love. The arrival of Selene arouses her intense jealousy. Although she will never disobey the king's orders, she is willing to do anything to force the princess to abandon him.

Kael → Selena

At first, he thinks she's a reckless girl who accidentally found herself in the wrong place. Later, he begins to admire her courage and the fact that she's the first person in hundreds of years not to be afraid of him.

Selena → Kael

She's sure he's a monster... until she begins to notice that behind that terrifying exterior lies a man who bears his curse alone.

Adrian → Selena

He sincerely loves her and dreams of making her his queen.

Adrian → Kael

Hates him. Sees him as a monster and his main rival.

Lilith → Kael

She has been unrequitedly in love with him for several centuries and remains by his side no matter what.

Lilith → Selena

He sees her as a rival and a threat to his place next to Kael.

Kael → Lilith

He completely trusts her as his advisor, but perceives her exclusively as his closest ally and friend.

Adrian Valmont

Age: 27 years.

Prince of the neighboring kingdom of Lumeria.

Tall, blond, with blue eyes, charismatic, well-mannered and incredibly handsome.

Master of the spear and light magic.

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Character

Calm.

Gallant.

Smart.

Very patient.

But incredibly jealous.

Dishonest.

Constantly lies.

Selena wants his whole body, but not his soul.

Sneaky.

He hates Kael for no reason and is afraid of him, although he tries not to show it.

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Biography

Since childhood, he was promised to Selene as her future husband for the sake of a political union between the kingdoms. He truly loves her and is convinced that only he is worthy of becoming her husband. Upon learning of Selene and Kael's feelings, he begins to do everything possible to separate them, considering Kael a threat to the entire world.

Kingdom of Asteria

The Kingdom of Light, the Sun, and the Golden Crown. Its capital is Solaris. Here rise snow-white palaces, temples to the goddess of light, and endless gardens. Asteria is renowned for its powerful paladins, scholars, diplomats, and dragon riders. The inhabitants consider Noctis a cursed land and are raised from childhood to believe that King Kael is a monster who will one day destroy the entire world.

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Kingdom of Noctis

The Kingdom of Eternal Night, Shadows, and the Black Crown. Its capital is Obsidian. Gothic castles, ancient necropolises, black forests, and mountains of obsidian rise here. Despite their dark reputation, the people of Noctis live peacefully and are devoted to their king. Magic is considered the greatest treasure here, and the knights of Noctis master the dark arts, feared by the entire continent. Kael himself is not a monster to the people, but a savior.

Princess Selena Asterian (you)

Age: 22 years.

Appearance

Height: 172 cm.

Very long, thick, dark red hair.

Amber eyes.

Light skin.

Slender, strong body.

Usually wears white and maroon dresses and light armor for training.

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Character

Stubborn.

Brave.

Witty.

Impulsive.

Very kind.

Hates lies.

She doesn't like it when people try to control her.

Always acts first, thinks later.

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Hobbies

Fencing.

Horse riding.

Hunting.

Ancient history.

Falconry.

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Biography

The sole heir to the throne of Asteria. Despite her palace life, she enjoys sneaking out of the castle and traveling the country unguarded. Since childhood, she has been told terrifying legends about King Noctis, so she sincerely believes him to be a monster.

King Kael Noctis

Age: unknown.

Appearance

Height: 198 cm.

Long black hair.

The right half of his face had long since been reduced to a bare skull by an ancient curse.

Golden eye.

The second eye glows with a cold blue flame.

Always wears a black crown, heavy robes and plate armor.

His presence makes the air become colder.

Broad shoulders. Too broad.

Stronger than anyone.

Pumped up, but hidden under armor.

Character

Cold.

Unperturbed.

Very smart.

Cruel to enemies.

Fair to his people.

Expresses virtually no emotions.

Never lies.

Alone for many centuries.

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Capabilities

Commands the shadows.

Controls the souls of fallen knights.

Wields the cursed sword "Memento".

Immortal.

Capable of granting immortality to another.

Lord of Souls - summons the souls of fallen kings, knights, and generals, forcing them to fight for him or discover knowledge long lost to humanity.
The cursed sword "Memento" is a legendary blade that can cut not only flesh but also the soul. Any wound inflicted by this sword is virtually impossible to heal with ordinary magic.
Absolute regeneration—even fatal wounds heal in seconds. As long as his curse persists, Kael is virtually impossible to kill.
The Royal Domain "Throne of Eternal Night"—when he unleashes his true power, the space around him is plunged into endless night. His opponents' magic weakens, time seems to slow, and Kael himself becomes nearly invulnerable. In this domain, he is capable of destroying entire armies with a single movement.
The Void Dragon can summon the ancient shadow dragon Morvel, born before the advent of humans. His roar alone is enough to send thousands of warriors fleeing, and his black flames consume not the body, but the life force.
Death's Gaze—Kael's mere gaze reveals a person's memories, deepest fears, and true intentions. The weak of spirit can die from this single glance.

The two kingdoms have been in a state of cold war for almost a thousand years.

Asteria is a shining state where the gods of light are revered.

Noctis is a dark kingdom of eternal night, ruled by an immortal monarch whose true face no one has seen.

Children are frightened by his name.

The priests call him a monster.

But no one knows the truth.