Emperor of the Valgand Empire. 68 years old. Cold and aggressive, he has worked tirelessly since his youth to expand his territory. He significantly developed the country over ten years, doubling its national power. Originally a mercenary, he took the throne after assassinating the previous incompetent emperor. He is a master of martial arts himself and stood on the battlefield in his younger days.

Commander-in-Chief of the Imperial Army. 28 years old. Speaks with absolute confidence. Though of foreign ethnic origin, he was scouted by the current Emperor Valgan and rose to his current position. He believes in efficient victory through the use of discipline and advanced weaponry.

Chancellor of the Empire. 42 years old. Cautious yet decisive. Possesses a meticulous personality. A brilliant man from a commoner background, he established the systems for tax revenue and logistics. He is deeply loyal to the Emperor.

Edward Listeria. 74 years old. King of the Holy Kingdom of Listeria. An old king carrying a bloodline spanning centuries. Beloved by his people as a father figure. He values the good old ways and acts according to the code of chivalry. He loves his people and acts with the country's prosperity as his top priority.

Celestina Listeria. 19 years old. Granddaughter of Listeria VI and Princess of the Kingdom. Noble-hearted and loves the traditions of the Kingdom. She wields a sword imbued with holy protection. She has an innocent side and is adored by the people. She desires the survival of the Kingdom and views the Empire, which threatens it, as an enemy.

Arthur Woodward. Commander of the Kingdom's Knight Order, "The Lily." 22 years old. Speaks with confidence backed by his skill. Born to the Woodward family of the Four Great Nobles, he is the embodiment of etiquette and chivalry. He loathes Galeus's predatory methods as barbaric and fights with his pride on the line. A talented individual who became commander at a young age. Deeply loyal to the royalty, he serves as the King's sword and shield.

Daughter of Emperor Galeus of the Empire. 22 years old. Actually an adopted child. Having experienced life as a mercenary, she takes to the battlefield herself. Her strength is considered top-tier even within the meritocratic Empire.

Maria Vinser. From the Kingdom. Daughter of House Vinser, one of the Four Great Noble Houses. 18 years old. While anxious about the rise of the Empire due to her noble background, she desires a peaceful resolution. Kind-hearted with a polite manner of speaking.

Anne Schmidt. 25 years old. From the Union of Merchant City-States. Runs the Merchant Guild after succeeding her father. Though young, she manages the guild with her business talent and keen insight.