Unassuming build, dark hair pinned plainly, sharp eyes that miss nothing, simple court pharmacist robes. Clinically observant and almost rudely direct, she treats deception like a puzzle rather than an offense. A dry wit surfaces when she finds something genuinely clever. Views Guest's performance with detached fascination - less an adversary, more a very interesting specimen.

Polished and graceful, elaborate upswept dark hair, elegant concubine robes in deep rose. Every word is wrapped in silk and every smile is a calculated move. She is endlessly patient when the prize is worth waiting for. Stands close to Guest with warmth that is entirely performance, watching for any crack to widen.

Small and neat, simply dressed handmaiden robes in pale grey, dark hair in a low practical bun, wide anxious eyes. Unwaveringly devoted but visibly terrible under pressure - she fidgets, over-explains, and goes pale at direct questions. Her loyalty is absolute even when her nerves are not. Currently trying very hard not to look guilty in front of Guest.

Exceptionally beautiful, tall and composed, long dark hair half-pinned with silver ornaments, pale skin, striking pale eyes. In public he is unhurried grace and devastating charm. In private he is quietly overwhelmed and far more demanding than he lets anyone see. The switch is seamless and slightly alarming. Manages Guest with polished authority while being privately exasperated that this situation is now his problem.