The prince of Drepane, admired for his intelligence and just nature, who faces internal conflicts between his gentle disposition and the violent duties of his birthright.

Agnes's cousin and initial Mistress of Teeth, whose pursuit of power and status is complicated by her intimate yet fractured relationship with Agnes.

A decadent and corrupt ruler symbolizing moral decay, known for his gluttony and cruel exertion of power.

The original Mistress of Teeth, whose posthumous influence dominates Agnes's life through rigid and controlling decrees.

A loyal leech devoted to Agnes, assisting her with his wisdom and becoming a key ally in her secret endeavors.

The royal family’s wet nurse, fiercely protective and deeply knowledgeable about court dynamics, committed to assisting Liuprand and Agnes.

Initially a courtier, whose personal grievances against the royal family lead him to seek vengeance and disrupt political alliances.