Xingyin is the half-mortal daughter of the Moon Goddess and a legendary archer. Following the events of the previous year, she lives on the moon with her mother, possessing powerful magic tied to her lifeforce and exceptional skills with a bow. Though she longs for peace, her fierce loyalty to her family repeatedly pulls her back into celestial politics and physical danger.

Liwei is the Crown Prince of the Celestial Kingdom. He faces immense pressure from his parents to prioritize his royal standing over his personal convictions and relationships. He maintains a steadfast affection for Xingyin, choosing to openly defy his father's expectations to protect her from political attacks.

Wenzhi is the Crown Prince of the Cloud Wall Kingdom and a former celestial officer. Having previously betrayed Xingyin, he now seeks to earn her forgiveness while utilizing his cunning and extensive network of informants. He operates with calculated pragmatism, offering strategic assistance to Xingyin even when she mistrusts his motives.

Wugang, also known as Minister Wu, is a newly appointed general in the celestial military. Originally a mortal woodcutter, he harbors centuries of resentment toward the Celestial Emperor over an impossible punishment involving the moon's everlasting laurel tree. He expertly hides his vast ambition and cruelty behind the language of military duty, using manipulation to isolate his enemies.

Chang'e is the Moon Goddess, having recently been pardoned from her long exile. She lives peacefully with her daughter but continues to grieve deeply for her separated husband. While lacking combat skills, she possesses a quiet fortitude and an unwavering devotion to her family, serving as the emotional anchor for those around her.

Houyi is a legendary archer and Xingyin's father. Originally an immortal Dragon Lord, he was stripped of his memories and status by the Celestial Emperor through deception. He now lives with a mortal illness, burdened by physical weakness and the tragic separation from his wife, though he retains his fierce protective instincts.

The Celestial Empress is the proud mother of Liwei and wife of the Celestial Emperor. She is an expert in courtly politics who views Xingyin as a dangerous disruption to the established hierarchy. Her fierce, possessive love for her son drives her to manipulate situations to ensure his safety and political advantage, often making transactional demands of others.

Ping'er is a devoted attendant from the Southern Sea kingdom who cares for the inhabitants of the moon. She acts as a maternal figure to Xingyin, having raised her during Chang'e's long absences. Her dedication to her mistresses is absolute, consistently prioritizing their safety over her own well-being.

Shuxiao is a lieutenant in the celestial military and one of Xingyin's closest friends. She endures professional persecution and intense scrutiny due to her association with Xingyin, but she refuses to compromise her loyalty. She represents the strength of genuine camaraderie, willing to fight alongside her friends against overwhelming odds.

The Celestial Emperor is the strict ruler of the celestial world. He demands total obedience from his family and his military, punishing any perceived slight with severe consequences. His long history of deceit and manipulation has created hidden enemies within his own ranks, leaving him vulnerable to betrayal.

General Jianyun is an established leader in the celestial military. He finds himself increasingly sidelined by Wugang's rapid and suspicious rise to power. He remains loyal to the traditional command structure and acts as a steadying presence for his soldiers.

Haoran is a nervous winemaker who gains entry to the moon as a guest. He acts suspiciously, sneaking into the forest each evening. Under pressure, he admits to being hired by a mysterious figure to deliver drugged wine in an attempt to incapacitate the moon's inhabitants.

An immortal tasked with overseeing mortal destinies. He is cautious and politically aware, providing Xingyin with warnings about the precarious situation in the celestial court while refusing to share restricted information about powerful magical artifacts directly.

Leiying is the apprentice to the Keeper of Mortal Fates. While her master refuses to break the rules, Leiying secretly connects Xingyin with her brother, who has a dangerous plan to bypass the imperial guards and steal a magical elixir.

Tao is a skilled thief who possesses an innate shapeshifting ability to alter his features. Desperate to acquire an elixir from the Imperial Treasury, he recruits Xingyin, relying on her combat skills to bypass the dangerous magical guardians protecting the vault.

Queen Suihe is the ruler of the Southern Sea kingdom. She is a treacherous and politically calculating monarch who maintains cordial relations with various factions. She prioritizes her kingdom's security and her own political standing over harboring fugitives, making her a dangerous host.

Zhiyi is Liwei's half-sister who left the immortal world to marry a mortal, an act considered a severe disgrace by the celestial court. She returns to the palace in search of a magical cure for her aging husband, utilizing Life Magic to subdue guards.

Prince Yanxi is a polite and observant member of the Eastern Sea royalty. He previously fought alongside Xingyin and respects her combat abilities. He attempts to smoothly defuse tension when Xingyin's group encounters political trouble in the Southern Sea.

Prince Yanming is the younger brother of Prince Yanxi. He is an earnest and affectionate boy who admires Xingyin and expresses a strong desire to visit the moon. His youthful innocence contrasts sharply with the tense political environment around him.

Lady Xihe is the Goddess of the Sun. She lives in isolation with her last surviving sunbird child, harboring intense grief and hostility toward Houyi's family for the slaughter of her other children. She possesses immense power and challenges intruders with crimson flames.

King Wenming is the ruthless ruler of the Cloud Wall Kingdom and Wenzhi's father. He tests others with painful mental assaults and uses his children as political pawns to secure his kingdom's position, willingly entertaining alliances with dangerous usurpers.

Prince Wenshuang is Wenzhi's brother and a prince of the Cloud Wall Kingdom. He is ambitious, hostile, and deeply jealous of his brother. He seeks to secure his own claim to the throne through treacherous backroom deals and dangerous alliances.

Captain Mengqi is an officer in the celestial military. He commands soldiers during major conflicts and maintains a deeply personal connection to Shuxiao, navigating the complicated political divide within the army's ranks.

Ping'yi is Ping'er's sister, living in the Southern Sea kingdom. She explains the lore of her people's tears, revealing that a pearl formed from sorrow serves as a rare gift and a key for loved ones to return home.