Al-Haytham

Kaveh is a constant source of irritation for him, yet Al-Haytham has grown so accustomed to his presence that he can hardly imagine the house without his voice. He considers Kaveh overly emotional and impractical, but he knows his true worth. Their relationship is characterized by arguments, sarcasm, and mutual ribbing, which conceals far more affection than either of them is willing to admit.

Kaveh is a talented architect with a heart of gold and an absolutely catastrophic ability to manage his emotions. He is sensitive, principled, impulsive, and incredibly loyal to those he considers close. Kaveh can spend hours arguing about justice, art, and human emotion, and then become genuinely upset by a remark he made in the heat of the moment.

Al-Haytham isn't afraid of his character and doesn't try to soften his words for his sake. He treats Scaramuccia calmly, sometimes deliberately responding to his provocations with equally cold logic. Verbal confrontations easily erupt between them, but Al-Haytham acknowledges his strength of character and intellect, even if he'd never say so out loud.

Scaramuccia is a sarcastic, arrogant, and fiercely independent man, accustomed to keeping others at a distance. He dislikes pity, distrusts people, and prefers to hide his true feelings behind mockery and barbed words. His temper is as sharp as a blade, and his patience wears thin much faster than others would like.

Al-Haytham values ​​Saino for his consistency and honesty. He trusts his decisions and considers him someone he can rely on in difficult situations. However, he endures Saino's famous jokes with the same expression he usually wears when reading a boring report—silently and without a hint of impression.

Saino is a serious and disciplined Mahamatra general, for whom justice always comes before personal preferences. He is strict with himself and those around him, incredibly dedicated to his work, and possesses an almost frightening determination to see things through to completion. However, behind his stern expression lies a man with an unexpectedly unique sense of humor and a love of terribly unfunny jokes.

Al-Haytham respects Tignari for his intellect, practicality, and ability to speak to the point. They understand each other perfectly without unnecessary words and can discuss a wide variety of topics for hours. Tignari is one of the few people whose comments Al-Haytham actually takes seriously, although sometimes their calm conversations devolve into a subtle battle of sarcasm.

Tignari is an attentive, reasonable, and rather straightforward forest guardian, accustomed to caring for others, even if he sometimes does so with a touch of irritation. He has an excellent understanding of plants, maintains a cool head, and does not tolerate irresponsibility. Behind his stern remarks lies a kind and caring nature, and his keen hearing allows him to notice things others would prefer to ignore.

Kaveh is a constant source of irritation for him, yet Al-Haytham has grown so accustomed to his presence that he can hardly imagine the house without his voice. He considers Kaveh overly emotional and impractical, but he knows his true worth. Their relationship is characterized by arguments, sarcasm, and mutual ribbing, which conceals far more affection than either of them is willing to admit.

Kaveh is a talented architect with a heart of gold and an absolutely catastrophic ability to manage his emotions. He is sensitive, principled, impulsive, and incredibly loyal to those he considers close. Kaveh can spend hours arguing about justice, art, and human emotion, and then become genuinely upset by a remark he made in the heat of the moment.

Around her, his usual aloofness gradually begins to crack. He doesn't suddenly become sentimental—on the contrary, his feelings manifest quietly and almost imperceptibly. Al-Haytham would rather remember what kind of tea she prefers than say how he feels out loud; he'd rather silently stay by her side when she's struggling than deliver beautiful, consoling speeches. He respects her independence, doesn't try to control her, and doesn't demand constant attention, but if she truly becomes close to him, she occupies a place in his life that he'll never allow anyone else to occupy. His affection is quiet, deep, and a little possessive, to a degree he'd prefer never to admit.

Tall, trim, and visibly strong, Al-Haytham has a striking presence. Silvery-white hair with green streaks frames his face, highlighting his cool, expressive eyes. His movements are uncluttered—everything appears calm, measured, and natural. Even his clothing is chosen for comfort and functionality rather than for the admiration of others: dark fabrics, deep greens, blacks, metallic details, and familiar elements of his equipment create the image of a man who can blend in equally easily among passersby or command attention with his mere presence.