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Corayne is a teenager who desires a life of adventure at sea with her pirate mother. When she is left behind, she discovers her unique bloodline and an ability to close magical Spindles. She possesses deep navigational knowledge and steps up to lead a band of unlikely allies.
Daughter of Meliz am-Amarat
Daughter of Cortael of Cor
Niece of Taristan of Cor
Protected ally of Domacridhan "Dom" of Iona
Friend of Sorasa Sarn
Romantic interest of Andry Trelland
Student of Sigil, the Bounty Hunter
Target of Erida of Galland
Andry is a dedicated squire from the kingdom of Galland who dreams of becoming a knight like his late father. He survives a horrific massacre at a temple and suffers deep survivor's guilt. His strong moral compass drives him to commit treason against his queen to save the world.
Son of Valeri Trelland
Squire of Sir Grandel Tyr
Former subject of Erida of Galland
Friend of Domacridhan "Dom" of Iona
Romantic interest of Corayne am-Amarat
Dom is an immortal Elder prince from the hidden enclave of Iona. He possesses immense physical strength but struggles to process his profound grief after failing to save his close friend. Bound by duty, he actively recruits allies to fight a destructive demon god.
Nephew of Isibel Beldane
Cousin of Ridha
Friend of Cortael of Cor
Protector of Corayne am-Amarat
Friend of Andry Trelland
Client of Sorasa Sarn
Enemy of Taristan of Cor
Sorasa is a highly skilled, exiled assassin originally trained by the Amhara guild after being enslaved as a toddler. She agrees to help Dom in exchange for a high price, hoping to regain her guild standing. Despite her cynical exterior, she repeatedly chooses to risk her life for the group.
Hired guide of Domacridhan "Dom" of Iona
Friend of Corayne am-Amarat
Old friend of Charlon "Charlie" Armont, the Forger
Rival of Sigil, the Bounty Hunter
Erida is the young queen of Galland who ascended to the throne at fifteen. She prioritizes her public image and imperial ambitions above the immediate safety of her subjects. Her desire to rebuild a massive empire leads her to forge a dark marriage alliance.
Taristan is a bitter warrior who was abandoned as an infant while his twin brother received a royal upbringing. He works as a conqueror for a demon god, using his blood to tear open magical doorways and unleash destructive forces. He allies with a young queen to facilitate his violent campaign.
Twin brother of Cortael of Cor
Uncle of Corayne am-Amarat
Husband of Erida of Galland
Protégé of Ronin the Red Wizard
Servant of What Waits
Valtik is a mysterious practitioner of magic who calls herself the North Star. She uses divination, mirages, and telepathic whispers to guide the main characters together. Her unpredictable presence provides crucial magical intervention during conflicts.
Sigil is a fierce bounty hunter from Temurijon who initially tracks Charlon to collect a reward. After learning about the threat to the world, she changes her priorities and joins Corayne's cause. She uses her physical strength and tactical deception to aid the group's survival.
Charlon is a former priest turned master forger, wanted for numerous crimes across the world. He maintains a cheerful but cautious demeanor and joins the group after Sorasa coerces him. His knowledge of the criminal underground and forged documents helps the party bypass tight security.
Cortael is one of the last remaining Corbloods, raised in the Elder enclave of Iona. He possesses the rare blood required to interact with the Spindles. His early battle against his twin brother catalyzes the formation of a new group of heroes.
Twin brother of Taristan of Cor
Father of Corayne am-Amarat
Former partner of Meliz am-Amarat
Close friend of Domacridhan "Dom" of Iona
Meliz, known as "Hell Mel," is a notorious pirate captain who smuggles goods across the Long Sea. She acts as a fiercely protective mother, outright refusing to let her daughter join her dangerous crew. She prioritizes profit and survival in a politically unstable world.
Mother of Corayne am-Amarat
Former partner of Cortael of Cor
Ronin is a dark magic practitioner and devoted priest to a demon god. He located a discarded mercenary and molded him into a conqueror to serve his religious goals. He actively locates magical portals for his allies to tear open.
Priest of What Waits
Advisor of Taristan of Cor
What Waits is an ancient, destructive entity trapped beyond the known world, intent on devouring dimensions. Operating through mortal agents, it grants dark blessings and monsters to those who open dimensional doorways. It poses an existential threat to all living creatures.
God of Ronin the Red Wizard
Master of Taristan of Cor
Isibel is the Glorian-born Elder monarch of the hidden enclave of Iona. She adopts an isolationist political stance, refusing to commit her soldiers to a massive war. She hopes the current instability will eventually reveal a path back to her home dimension.
Aunt of Domacridhan "Dom" of Iona
Mother of Ridha
Ridha is an Elder warrior and the heir to the enclave of Iona. Unlike her mother, she believes in taking direct action against rising existential threats. She travels between hidden enclaves to rally military support for the upcoming war.
Daughter of Isibel Beldane
Cousin of Domacridhan "Dom" of Iona
Ally of Dyrian
Dyrian is the young monarch of the Kovalinn enclave. He rejects the isolationist tendencies of older rulers and prepares his people for an inevitable conflict. He maintains awareness of troop movements and regional threats.
Ally of Ridha
Valeri is a noblewoman originally from Kasa who lives in the Galland capital. She possesses keen political instincts and easily sees through royal deceptions. She agrees to leave her home to find safety while her son pursues a dangerous quest.
Mother of Andry Trelland
Konegin is an ambitious royal advisor and uncle to the queen. He constantly maneuvers for political advantage and attempts to place his own son on the throne. His hunger for power creates constant tension within the royal court.
Uncle of Erida of Galland
Sir Grandel is a knight of the Lionguard. He embodies traditional chivalry and serves as a mentor figure before his sudden death in an early skirmish.
Mentor of Andry Trelland