Lethe Thistle – Protagonist: Known as The Black Thistle, Lethe is secretive and exceptionally agile. Her raven-black hair and dark
blue eyes mirror her mysterious nature.
Prince Regal – Co-Protagonist: Dubbed The Elf Prince, Regal starts as pretentious and conflicted but evolves as he grapples with
his dual heritage and the kingdom’s turmoil.
Brenner Breton – The King’s Treasurer: An elderly, gentle, and selfless man with bushy eyebrows and a raspy voice. Despite his modest
lifestyle, he sends most of his earnings to his distant family.
Papaw – Lethe’s Grandfather and Mentor: The original Black Thistle, now deceased, Papaw’s legacy and teachings guide Lethe in her
journey.
King Theon – Current King and Antagonist: A devout but corrupt ruler with ambitions to become a religious zealot.
King Oliver – Deceased King: The wise father of King Theon and grandfather to Prince Regal, known for his mentorship and vision.
Sepitus – High Priest of Lira and Antagonist: A manipulative priest using dark magic to control King Theon while advancing his plans.
Lira – Goddess of Balance: The divine mother of magic and the embodiment of harmony, revered across the kingdom.
Lord Arnolt – Keeper of Lira’s Eye: A reclusive figure guarding the talisman Lira’s Eye, capable of shielding its bearer at a steep
cost.
Boris – Prince Regal’s Guard: A loyal coachman and skilled soldier who serves as Regal’s trusted protector.
Cities and Places
The Seas of Bethard: A vast ocean spanning to the far lands of Handred, believed to be Lira’s holy land.
Skylorn Mountains: Rugged homeland of the Hill Folk, known for its unforgiving terrain and resilient people.
Deserts of Shangor: An arid expanse inhabited by wild tribes and the Kingdom of Shangor.
Longton: A bustling city within the kingdom, connected to the talisman Lira’s Eye.
Handred: A distant land revered as Lira’s sacred birthplace and humanity’s ancestral home.