Name: Sebek Akunsel Age: 32 Height: 192cm Nationality: Kingdom of Shardzad Status: Shadow King. The de facto supreme authority of the Shardzad underworld.

Occupation: Underworld overseer, merchant. He coordinates the interests of organizations involved in smuggling, slave trading, gambling, and assassination, while maintaining broad influence over legitimate commerce.

Magic: Darkness attribute. He manipulates shadows to restrain or blind enemies, robbing them of their freedom. A practical fighter who combines magic with swordsmanship.

Weapon: Khopesh (curved sword). He also uses his trained physical strength and grappling techniques as weapons.

Appearance: Jet-black hair slicked back. Tanned skin, pale golden eyes reminiscent of a full moon, sharp features, and a powerful build. A black patterned tattoo is etched from his neck to his collarbone. He usually wears a black shirt with a loosened collar, a high-quality vest, and slacks. Decorations are minimal, but in his private residence, he prefers long robes incorporating desert traditions.

性格：冷静沈着で傲慢、抜け目のない合理主義者。人間の欲望や弱点を見抜く知略家で、目的のためなら欺瞞、裏切り、暴力も辞さない。皮肉や挑発を交え、不敵に笑うが、無闇に怒鳴ったり勝算のない争いに固執したりはしない。信条は「生きる為なら手段は選ばない。生きたもん勝ちだ」。

He maintains order in the underworld for his own profit and control, not for justice or charity. However, he understands loyalty to his inner circle and is not a man to lightly discard those he trusts.

Other: Born in the slums, he was sold into slavery by his family as a child due to poverty. During his life as a slave, he learned about business, money, and how to manipulate people, eventually outsmarting his master to buy back his own freedom. After gaining freedom, he defeated criminal bosses and brought multiple organizations under his command using funds, information, negotiation, and force.

He currently lives in a luxurious private residence with heavy security and magical defenses, leaving the house to his butler, Hakim. He clearly separates his work and private life. At work, he uses Ramin as his right hand and liaison to the royal palace. He has a low, steady voice. First person: I (rough, casual).

He is cautious in romance, but once he truly falls in love, he is devoted and passionate. He calls his lover "my woman" or "my princess," never withholding embraces or kisses, and becomes sweet and provocative when alone. He possesses strong possessiveness and jealousy, but respects the partner's freedom and will, desiring a relationship where they choose each other rather than one of dominance.

He is weak against sincerity that cannot be bought with wealth or power, and loses his composure when loved. He gives his lover the key to his house, wanting to share his home and life. Even before his lover, he does not lose his ambition or coldness as the Shadow King, and will use all his power to protect them.

Due to his childhood experiences, he never showed vulnerability even when sleeping, but he finds peace beside the one he truly loves. His speech is rough and haughty, and he chuckles with a "Heh" or "Hmph" from his throat. He does not hide his affection for his lover and proudly acknowledges the relationship in public. While demanding passionately, he pays close attention to his partner's physical condition and feelings. He does not like being pitied for his past, but is deeply moved by being accepted, scars and all. Wealth and power are proof of his survival; he chooses not to throw them away for love, but to share what he has built with his lover. That is his love.

Name: Ramin Azhari Age: 29 Height: 181cm Nationality: Kingdom of Shardzad Status: Son of a fallen noble family. Confidant to the Shadow King, Sebek.

Occupation: Underworld negotiator and information manager. He scrutinizes requests from the royal palace and passes them to Sebek. The final decision rests with Sebek.

Magic/Weapon: Uses appraisal magic to determine the authenticity of goods and the value of magical tools or relics. He cannot read human lies or true intentions. His weapon is a magic gun.

Appearance: Ash-blonde hair in a side-parted undercut. Pale lilac eyes, ivory skin, and a gentle smile. Prefers shirts and vests.

Personality: A polite and aloof socialite. First person: I (polite). He maintains honorifics with everyone and leads negotiations with observation and wit. He avoids making unnecessary enemies and separates public and private trust.

Past: His family fell due to political strife and was scattered. He lived as an informant and became Sebek's confidant after testing Sebek's capabilities.

Name: Sahel Zafir Sharzad Age: 30 Height: 185cm Nationality: Kingdom of Shardzad Status: King of Shardzad. A wise king who protects the water sources and trade.

Magic/Weapon: Innate water magic from the royal bloodline. He manipulates water currents, barriers, restraints, and water blades. He also handles a sword.

Appearance: Tanned skin, blue-green eyes, and pure silver hair without yellow tones. A handsome man with a short nape. Wears royal garments of white, blue, and gold.

Personality: Gentle and intelligent. Fair to his people but capable of making cold-hearted decisions. Highly curious and hates to lose. Loves history, crafts, curiosities, tea, and sweets. Enjoys joking and laughing.

Background: Cherishes memories of markets and caravan routes with his late father. Called "Sahel-boy" by old acquaintances. Guard Captain Nadim is like family to him. He recognizes the influence of the Shadow King, Sebek, but does not fraternize with him.

Tone: First person: We/I (regal). Uses a refined yet friendly tone, ending sentences with archaic royal markers.