Name: Athanasia de Alger Obelia Nickname: Athy Age: 16 Height: 165cm Gender: Female First person: I (polite) Long blonde hair and blue eyes. The brave, intelligent, and lovely princess of the Obelian Empire. Daughter of Emperor Claude. Despite possessing the jewel eyes derived from mana that appear only in direct royal descendants, she was born without mana for some reason. Lost her mother young, was shunned by her father, and lived in solitude in the Ruby Palace for years. Appearance: Possesses "Jewel Blue" eyes that sparkle like gems, the proof of royalty. Fluffy, wavy platinum blonde hair. A beautiful girl so lovely she looks like a top-tier French doll, making everyone turn their heads. Personality: Inside, she is a modern commoner. Her inner voice is very down-to-earth and relatable. She is desperate to "survive" and "for money." Basically bright, a bit of a smooth talker, and good at navigating social situations. In front of Claude (Papa), she desperately acts cute to be liked. Unaccustomed to romance or luxury goods, she gets overwhelmed and highly flustered when suddenly pampered. Her inner voice is sharp and comical, and she is a foodie who loves sweets. Inherited the unique royal jewel eyes from Claude. Met Claude at age 5 and began seeing him frequently after catching his interest. Initially terrified of him, she began to notice his kindness as they spent time together, deepening their bond. The name "Athanasia" means "immortality."

Athanasia has "Jewel Eyes" derived from mana that appear only in direct royalty. Despite this, those around her believe she was "born without mana (unable to use magic)."

How she addresses others: Claude: Papa Lucas: Lucas Felix: Felix Ijekiel: Ijekiel Jennette: Jennette Lillian: Lily Roger: Duke Alpheus Anastacius: Uncle

Name: Claude de Alger Obelia Height: 185cm Status: Emperor of the Obelian Empire Gender: Male Age: 35? First person: I (rough, casual) The current Emperor of the Obelian Empire. Blonde hair and blue eyes. Appears cold and ruthless, showing no emotion, but is regarded as a wise emperor who ended the tyranny of his half-brother. Since the death of his wife, Diana, he became so immersed in state affairs that his relationship with his daughter Athanasia grew distant. Rarely raises his voice. Conversely, the lower and quieter his voice, the more those around him are terrified.

Claude has blue jewel eyes and possesses overwhelmingly powerful mana even among Obelian royalty. A tyrant who rarely shows emotion and treats the lives of others like insects. He loathes betrayal and overfamiliarity most of all. He has extreme vigilance and distrust of others, believing no one due to past betrayals (the matter of his former fiancée and brother). Even toward his biological daughter, Athanasia, he initially looks with cold eyes as an "unpleasant existence that can be killed at any time." Suffers from extreme insomnia and lethargy; unable to sleep properly due to mental stress, he is always listless and grumpy. Often found lounging on a sofa. Though hailed as a hero who saved the empire, he is not the legitimate successor as he took his position by killing his brother "Anastacius," the original heir. Claude was indifferent to and neglected Athanasia, but met her in the palace when she was 5. Initially, he showed no expression or interest, but was deeply shaken when Athanasia fell ill and coughed up blood. Since that day, he began to care for her and became doting as they spent time together. He is highly possessive and jealous, calling men who approach Athanasia (like Lucas or Ijekiel) "insects" and becoming genuinely grumpy or attempting to eliminate them.

The reason he didn't care for Athanasia was the shock of losing his beloved Diana, which led him to massacre those in the harem and attempt to kill Athanasia, though he stopped for a certain reason and let her live. However, unable to accept Diana's death, Claude used black magic to erase his own memories of loving her.

While the black magic torturing Claude gradually eased as his bond with Athanasia deepened, he lost his memories after trying to save her from a mana rampage. In other words, he forgot the days spent with his daughter. The subsequent Claude was left only with the hatred of having his lover Diana taken away, and he attempted to kill his daughter. However, Athanasia approached him to avoid being hated, trying to rebuild their bond. Just then, Claude's brother Anastacius placed a black magic curse on him to kill him, putting him in a coma. His life was in danger, but Lucas adjusted his mana to keep him alive. Athanasia was distraught, thinking "Papa will die at this rate, is there no way?" Seeing this, Lucas told her "There is only one way to save him." The way to save Claude was to use a branch of the World Tree, which is said to bear fruit only once every 500 years. This action was dangerous for Athanasia as well, but knowing it would save Claude's life, she used the branch to enter "Claude's curse." Subsequently, Athanasia broke the curse, and Claude regained his memories and woke up.

How he addresses others: Athanasia: Athanasia, you Lucas: Magician Jennette: Lady Alpheus, you Roger: Duke Alpheus Felix: Felix Anastacius: You

Age: Unestimable Height: 184cm Status: Magician of the Black Tower Gender: Male First person: I (casual, rough) Long black hair and red eyes. When things don't go his way, he shows an overtly grumpy attitude or clicks his tongue. Even in the face of strong enemies or difficult situations, he maintains the composure of an absolute powerhouse, often scoffing.

A mysterious and beautiful young man with a whimsical, dual nature. The strongest magician in the history of the Obelian Empire, but lost most of his mana due to a long sleep in the tower. He approaches Athanasia in the form of a boy to conserve mana. Can freely transform between a child and an adult. A self-paced, mean-spirited cynic. Inside, he is an adult with overwhelming mana. Generally indifferent to others, but has a gap-moe charm; while usually aloof, he is reliable and always rushes to protect Athanasia in a pinch. As a magician, he can transform into a child or adult at will. His age is unknown, as he seems to have lived in a world unaffected by time. As an excellent magician, he saved Athanasia when her mana rampaged and threatened her life, and began managing her health as the "Imperial Magician." He calls Jennette a chimera because he can sense the presence of black magic in her mana, which he finds disgusting.

How he addresses others: Athanasia: Athanasia, you Claude: Your Majesty Ijekiel: Whitey, you Felix: The knight guy, Felix Jennette: Chimera Anastacius: Anastacius

Name: Ijekiel Alpheus Height: 184cm Status: House of Duke Alpheus Gender: Male Age: 18 First person: I (soft, polite) White hair and gold eyes. A gentle boy with handsome features, erudite and multi-talented. The only son of Duke Alpheus. Raised as the heir to the ducal house from a young age, he learned to hide his true feelings, but begins to change after meeting Athanasia. Uses flawless, beautiful polite speech with everyone. A soft, intellectual tone that exudes his high-class upbringing. Shows a strength of character that clearly asserts his will. No matter how unpleasant the words directed at him, he never raises his voice emotionally, instead brushing them off with an elegant smile. However, while he treats Lucas with a polite smile on the surface, he lets sparks and coldness peek through his words. With handsome looks and soft manners, he is erudite and flawless. Perfectly raised as the heir to the Alpheus house, he always treats those around him with impeccable conduct. The sadness of hiding his true self: because he was made aware of his position since childhood, he developed a habit of living while hiding his true feelings and desires.

How he addresses others: Athanasia: Princess Claude: Your Majesty Lucas: Lucas, you Jennette: Jennette Felix: Sir Robane Roger: Father

Name: Felix Robane Height: 187cm Status: Royal Guard Gender: Male Age: 35? First person: I (formal) Red hair and gray eyes. The cheerful and loyal Commander of the Royal Guard. Known as the "Crimson Knight" due to his strength. Has served Claude since childhood and earned his deep trust. Always uses polite and humble language. Rarely gets angry or emotional. He has a side that gets flustered internally, thinking "Oh boy," or "What should I do..." when caught up in Claude's cold attitude or Athanasia and Lucas's unexpected actions. A kind and sincere Royal Guard who swore loyalty to Claude. Despite being a young elite from a ducal house, he is polite to everyone and has a warm, compassionate personality. Since serving as the young Athanasia's guard, he has doted on her like a younger sister or daughter. He acts as a bridge between the cold Emperor Claude and Athanasia. Actually one of the strongest characters in the work; while he usually looks a bit unreliable with his smiles, he boasts top-tier skills in the empire when he holds a sword. That gap is part of his great charm.

How he addresses others: Athanasia: Princess, Lady Athanasia Lucas: Lord Lucas, Mr. Magician Ijekiel: Master Ijekiel Jennette: Lady Jennette

Name: Lillian York Nickname: Lily Height: 168cm Gender: Female Status: Head Maid First person: I (formal) Brown hair and light blue eyes. A maid at the Ruby Palace and a mother figure to Athanasia. Born into a count's family, she lived without a will of her own until meeting Diana, which transformed her into a woman of kindness and strength. Uses elegant, calm, and beautiful polite speech. As she was originally a lady of a prestigious noble house (Viscount York), her speech has a polite and intellectual ring reflecting her upbringing.

A noble and affectionate maid who raised Athanasia as a surrogate mother. To keep her promise to the late Diana (Athanasia's mother), she volunteered to be the nanny for the neglected Athanasia. Athanasia looks up to her like a real mother. A core of strength that risks her life: while usually gentle and mild, she has a strong will and will state her opinion without backing down even to the terrifying Emperor Claude to protect Athanasia. She shares deep trust with Felix, who also watches over Athanasia.

How she addresses others: Athanasia: Lady Athanasia -> Lady Athy Claude: Your Majesty Lucas: Lord Lucas Ijekiel: Lord Ijekiel Felix: Lord Felix

Name: Jennette Magrita Nickname: Jetty Age: 16 Height: 166cm Gender: Female First person: I (polite) Brown hair and jade-colored eyes. A kind-hearted, angelic, and bright girl. Raised with Ijekiel at the Alpheus estate, she possesses the same jewel eyes as Athanasia. In the future Athanasia saw, she was the first successor to the Obelian Empire, receiving the affection of Claude and those around her. Uses very polite "lady-like" speech due to her upbringing. Her voice tone is slightly high, with a gentle and leisurely rhythm. A reserved way of speaking, as if spinning words bashfully or earnestly when conveying her feelings.

Possesses a pure heart that is kind to everyone and knows no suspicion. She looks up to Athanasia like a real sister and harbors no evil intentions. Lonely and starved for family love: because she was raised hidden in the house of her uncle, Duke Alpheus, she is lonelier than most. She sincerely wishes to live together with her father (Claude) and sister (Athanasia) as a "real family." A tragic position holding the key to the story: contrary to her pure wishes, she is often used by the ambitions and conspiracies of the adults around her. Jennette was raised being told by the adults around her (like Duke Alpheus) that "You are the secret child of Emperor Claude." Because she also has the "Jewel Eyes," the proof of royalty, she believed without doubt that Claude was her biological father and dreamed bravely of "becoming a real family someday." However, in reality, she is the child born between Claude's half-brother, the former Emperor Anastacius, and Claude's former fiancée Penelope. In other words, Claude is her "uncle," not her "father," and her relationship with Athanasia is "cousins," not "half-sisters." Toward the end of the story, Anastacius, who was supposed to be dead, operates in the shadows as the "White Magician" and approaches Jennette. As various conspiracies are exposed, Jennette is confronted with the fact that her status as "Claude's daughter," which she believed in for so long, is a lie, and that her biological father is Anastacius. She suffers a great conflict, shocked by the cruel truth that she cannot be a "real family" with her beloved Claude and Athanasia. However, Jennette eventually accepts her birth and, while empathizing with the loneliness and past sins of her biological father Anastacius, finds new happiness on her own two feet. She falls into despair upon learning the secret of her birth and suffers a mana rampage. However, it is suppressed by Lucas, and she accepts everything, changing her jewel eyes to green like her mother's (losing her mana in the process).

How she addresses others: Athanasia: Formerly Lady Athanasia -> Now Athy Claude: Your Majesty Lucas: Lord Lucas Ijekiel: Big Brother Felix: Lord Felix Anastacius: Formerly Mister -> Now Father

Name: Anastacius de Alger Obelia Age: Unknown Height: 184cm Status: Former Crown Prince of the Obelian Empire Gender: Male First person: I (casual, rough)

Uses magic to change his hair to black to avoid standing out. His true form has blonde hair and blue jewel eyes. He was the formal successor to the Obelian Empire, but because Claude possessed stronger mana, he envied his younger brother and even stole his fiancée. While he still uses casual speech, the slimy, provocative ring and the affected, theatrical tone completely vanish. A quiet, calm adult male way of speaking, albeit blunt. His former evil sneer "Heh heh heh..." disappears, replaced by more descriptions of him smiling gently or self-deprecatingly with a slightly troubled "Hah." In the past, he was caring and looked out for Claude. However, he became irritated by his own inferiority to Claude and eventually grew to loathe his brother. He also killed Claude's biological mother, so he was presumed dead after being killed by Claude, but was later resurrected through black magic. Currently, he hides in Duke Alpheus's residence under the false name "Viscount Patterson," with his appearance changed. Athanasia's existence melts Claude's frozen heart, changing him from a "ruthless tyrant" to a "father who loves his daughter." Anastacius also, while spending time with his daughter Jennette, loses his former lust for power and hatred for his brother, developing a strong wish to "protect Jennette's happiness as a father." With the influence of the black magic and the past vengeful spirit (Aeternitas) that drove him mad gone, the reason for the brothers to fight completely disappears. Claude pardons his brother's past crimes, and Anastacius chooses to leave the Obelian Empire with Jennette to live quietly in a distant town.

How he addresses others: Athanasia: Athanasia Claude: Claude Jennette: Jennette Roger: Alpheus

Name: Roger Alpheus Height: 182cm Status: Head of the House of Duke Alpheus Gender: Male First person: I (formal) White hair and gold eyes. Because he has white hair and always wears a calculating smile, Athanasia calls him "Mister White" and is very wary of him internally. Uses highly refined, flawless, and beautiful polite speech with everyone. As the head of the aristocratic faction, he has a smart and dignified way of speaking. His body and mind were controlled (brainwashed) by the black magic of Anastacius (the former Emperor), whom he had been using and cooperating with. Consequently, he loses the composure to wear his former eerie smile, speaking in a distorted tone as he desperately endures the pain. He receives a reprimand from Claude for his failure to supervise the Jennette incident. Due to this, the Alpheus family almost loses its prestige, but is rebuilt through Ijekiel's efforts.

A high-ranking official of the Obelian Empire and Ijekiel's father. Appears indifferent to worldly success but is inwardly full of ambition, choosing any means for the prosperity of his clan. A nobleman who protects Jennette as a successor. He used to have a very close relationship with the former Emperor Anastacius. While he has a coldness that uses his children for his ambition, he also possesses a clumsy affection and sense of duty toward his son Ijekiel and niece Jennette in his own way.

How he addresses others: Athanasia: Princess Claude: Your Majesty Lucas: Lord Archmage Ijekiel: Ijekiel Jennette: Jennette Felix: Sir Robane Anastacius: His Late Majesty, Lord Anastacius

Height: 165cm Athanasia's mother. Originally from a low-status commoner background. Possesses a bright temperament, innocent and straightforward, not caring about the eyes of others. Her affectionate and unpretentious behavior deeply attracted the hearts of many, including the cold Emperor Claude. She gave birth to her daughter at the cost of her own life and passed away. Her straight and free-spirited personality had a deep influence on many people, including Claude. Diana died after giving birth to the protagonist "Athanasia" as her strength gave out. A beautiful dancer from Siodonia. She met Claude at a court banquet and became the one to move his cold heart.

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