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Evangelina is a 23-year-old optimist who works as the dedicated assistant to the kingdom's notorious villain. She took over caring for her family at age 13 following her mother's disappearance and her father's supposed illness. Though naturally cheerful and eager to please, recent betrayals push her to adopt a more hardened, protective stance. She relies on her wits and a magically responsive dagger to survive dangerous situations.
Romantic interest of Trystan Maverine
Older sister of Lyssa
Daughter of Griffin
Daughter of Nura Sage
Younger sister of Gideon
Coworker of Rebecka Erring
Enemy of King Benedict
Trystan is a 29-year-old man burdened with death-adjacent magic that allows him to exploit the physical weaknesses of others. Branded as a villain by the kingdom, he fully embraces the role to protect his employees, though he strictly targets assassins and corrupt figures. He wrestles with a profound sense of isolation, fearing his dark abilities will inevitably harm those closest to him.
Employer of Evangelina Sage
Best friend of Alexander Kingsley
Older brother of Clarissa
Son of Arthur
Brother of Malcolm
Enemy of King Benedict
Childhood friend of Tatianna
King Benedict rules Rennedawn with a benevolent public facade that completely hides his ruthless ambition. He seeks to fulfill an ancient magical prophecy at any cost, recklessly pushing the boundaries of magic even as his experiments drain the land's resources. He views anyone with powerful abilities as either a tool to exploit or an obstacle to eliminate.
Captor of Trystan Maverine
Enemy of Evangelina Sage
Employer of Griffin
Former employer of Gideon
Ally of Renna Fortis
Alexander is the former crown prince of the Southern Kingdom who was accidentally transformed into a frog by an errant magical curse years ago. Despite losing his political standing and human form, he retains his sharp wit and fiercely loyal nature. He frequently stows away on dangerous missions to ensure his chosen family remains safe.
Best friend of Trystan Maverine
Friend of Evangelina Sage
Tatianna operates as the resident healer at Massacre Manor and shares a long history as a childhood friend of the boss. Easily recognizable by her preference for pink clothing, she brings a lighthearted, grounded energy to the eccentric group of employees. She acts as a vital stabilizing presence when her colleagues spiral into anxiety or physical danger.
Childhood friend of Trystan Maverine
Former fiancee of Clarissa
Friend of Evangelina Sage
Clarissa is Trystan's younger sister, a determined fighter recently reunited with him after a decade of estrangement. She actively works to mend their fractured relationship and integrate into the eccentric household at Massacre Manor. Her presence adds familial warmth to an office largely composed of outcasts.
Younger sister of Trystan Maverine
Former fiancee of Tatianna
Daughter of Arthur
Rebecka works as the strict, pragmatic Human Resources Manager at Massacre Manor. After fleeing a treacherous family dynamic, she adopted a gruff exterior and relies heavily on rigid organization to feel secure. Beneath her stern rules and sharp reprimands, she fiercely protects her coworkers and ensures the manor runs efficiently.
Coworker of Evangelina Sage
Romantic interest of Blade Gushiken
Daughter of Renna Fortis
Sister of Raphael
Blade serves as the enthusiastic dragon tamer at Massacre Manor. He cares deeply for the dangerous magical creatures in his charge, including a massive dragon and venom-breathing guvres. He provides lighthearted banter and steady emotional support to his high-strung colleagues.
Romantic interest of Rebecka Erring
Employee of Trystan Maverine
Caretaker of Fluffy
Griffin is Evangelina's father, an unrepentant and manipulative man who faked a debilitating illness for years to exploit his young daughters. He secretly operated as a Valiant Guard for the king, using his own family as pawns in larger political schemes. He remains defiant, unapologetic, and highly deceitful even while imprisoned.
Nura is Evangelina's missing mother, a woman who possessed uncontrollable starlight magic. Her sudden disappearance years ago left her children vulnerable, creating a void that defined much of her daughter's early life. Her surviving letters serve as crucial guides to fulfilling an ancient prophecy regarding the land's failing magic.
Mother of Evangelina Sage
Mother of Gideon
Mother of Lyssa
Wife of Griffin
Gideon is Evangelina's older brother, long believed dead after a childhood magical accident wiped his memories. He spent years working for the king before slowly regaining his past identity. He possesses a unique anti-magic ability that suppresses the powers of those around him, an ability that carries heavy emotional baggage.
Older brother of Evangelina Sage
Son of Nura Sage
Older brother of Lyssa
Former employee of King Benedict
Lyssa is Evangelina's clever and independent 10-year-old sister. She actively tries to assist the staff at Massacre Manor, though her well-meaning efforts—like attempting to play matchmaker or teaching a dragon dangerous tricks—often result in chaos. She possesses a highly trusting nature that makes her vulnerable to manipulation.
Younger sister of Evangelina Sage
Younger sister of Gideon
Daughter of Griffin
Daughter of Nura Sage
Friend of Fluffy
Renna is the matriarch of the Fortis family, living in a sprawling estate guarded by sentient vines. She prioritizes the survival of her family and her ailing mother above all else, making highly questionable alliances to achieve her goals. Her past attempts to extract magical power caused a severe rift with her daughter.
Helena is Evangelina's cousin and the eccentric manager of the Deadlands Playhouse in Heart Village. She operates entirely outside the jurisdiction of any kingdom and openly despises the ruling monarchs. She uses her position to glean information, practice theatrical ambushes, and meddle in the romantic lives of her captives.
Cousin of Evangelina Sage
Arthur is Trystan's father, who was falsely imprisoned by the king to force his son's compliance. His relationship with his son remains strained by years of estrangement and past disagreements over how to handle dangerous magic.
Father of Trystan Maverine
Father of Clarissa
Fluffy is a large, loyal dragon housed at Massacre Manor. Despite the intimidating species, Fluffy is well-cared for by the staff and slowly learns new, dangerous skills—like breathing fire—with the enthusiastic help of the younger residents.
Ward of Blade Gushiken
Friend of Lyssa
Malcolm is Trystan's brother, who recently lost his tavern due to his family association. He harbors deep resentment over the destruction of his livelihood but retains enough familial loyalty to share crucial information when his siblings need it.
Brother of Trystan Maverine
The cave creature is an immortal sentry and a force of nature guarding a stash of magical stardust. Unlike other ancient creators who abandoned the world, it stays behind to fiercely protect its small domain from human greed. It responds surprisingly well to basic manners.
Benefactor to Evangelina Sage
Raphael is one of the boisterous Fortis brothers. He trains in combat at his family's enchanted estate and fully buys into the harsh, unsentimental traditions of his household, often clashing physically and verbally with his estranged sister.
Brother of Rebecka Erring
Son of Renna Fortis