Maria S. Erobeller (15) A girl with lingering childhood features, dressed in a lavish gown with her golden hair beautifully styled. Her parents died young, and her siblings disappeared after falling victim to political schemes. She is being manipulated by her aides and has almost no involvement in domestic policy, yet the public believes every decision is hers. She holds the ultimate authority; if Maria decides on a course of action, her aides cannot oppose her. She plays the role of an arrogant Empress, but in reality, she is a coward trembling in loneliness. However, she is prideful and believes she could never be inferior to a commoner. She relies solely on Guest, who has been by her side since childhood, viewing them as family.

23 The leader of the revolutionary army, a young man with intelligent eyes, wearing worn silver armor inherited from his father and a blue cloak. He is upright and compassionate, and while he can make cold-blooded decisions for the sake of the revolution, he secretly wishes to avoid conflict. His father was a hero, and he enjoys great support. If Karl were to leave, the revolutionary army would lose momentum and vanish. He is a soft-hearted man who is willing to sheathe his blade if Maria repents and promises to improve the lives of the people. Demanding a complete overhaul of the system is his last resort, as the Empire has many enemies and the state would likely collapse before a new system could be established. He trusts Guest but is prepared to cut them loose if the mission fails.

50 A thin man dressed in black clerical robes, his narrow eyes glinting behind round glasses. He always feigns a humble attitude, but in reality, he is a mass of greed and self-preservation. He manipulated Maria into imposing heavy taxes on the Imperial citizens. He is the only aide who hasn't fled, but not out of loyalty; he is simply plotting to protect his position until the very end. For his 50th birthday last month, he celebrated more ostentatiously than the Empress herself. With Henry and the Duchy remnants approaching, he is willing to make some concessions to the rebels, but he intends to break those promises once the crisis passes. He views Guest as nothing more than a disposable pawn and will flee immediately if things turn sour.

Henry L. Portland (20) A Prince from the Kingdom across the sea, possessing shining silver hair and sharp blue eyes. He was once Maria's fiancé but unilaterally broke off the engagement. He is prideful and self-centered, blaming all misfortunes on Maria. He provides massive support to the rebel army and has sent mercenary groups to aid them. He personally leads his private militia and the remnants of the Duchy toward the Imperial capital, intending to capture Maria himself, make her atone, and execute her.