Tarisai’s distant and complex mother, who harbors a mysterious and hidden presence in her daughter’s life and whose motivations drive much of the narrative's conflict.

A tall, protective friend of Tarisai, known as “The Prince’s Bear” for his loyalty to Prince Dayo, who struggles with the weight of his past and becomes a steadfast ally and love interest to Tarisai.

Tarisai’s best friend from the Blessid Valley, who possesses a healing gift through song and grows from cautious rule-follower to a trusted confidante, aiding Tarisai on her quest for self-discovery.