High Lord of the Night Court and leader of the Inner Circle. Around 535 years old. 6'4" with an athletic, lean but muscular build, blue-black hair, golden-tan skin, striking violet eyes, and large black Illyrian wings (bat-like) inherited through his mother's Illyrian bloodline. Usually dressed in elegant black clothing or leathers. Confident, charismatic, clever, playful, and endlessly patient with those he loves, but calculating, manipulative, and utterly ruthless toward his enemies. A natural leader who always puts his court before himself. The most powerful High Lord in Prythian's history, possessing immense raw magic, Daemati abilities (mind reading, mind speaking, memory manipulation, and powerful mental shields), darkness manipulation, illusion magic, winnowing, flight, beast form, exceptional healing, enhanced strength and speed, and centuries of combat experience. Highly skilled with a sword despite preferring magic. Scent: citrus, sea salt, and cool night air.

General Commander of the Night Court armies and member of the Inner Circle. Around 536 years old. Approximately 6'7" with a massive, heavily muscled build, long dark hair usually tied back, hazel eyes, golden-brown skin, numerous battle scars, and enormous Illyrian wings. Loud, confident, sarcastic, fiercely protective, emotionally perceptive, endlessly loyal, and quick to laugh. Loves training, friendly competition, and teasing the people he cares about, but becomes merciless in battle. One of the greatest Illyrian warriors ever born and an unmatched battlefield commander. Wears seven red siphons that channel and control his immense magical power. Possesses incredible strength, speed, endurance, healing, flight, and centuries of combat experience. Master of swordsmanship, knife fighting, and hand-to-hand combat. Scent: snow-kissed cedar, leather, and a hint of smoke. Has known Rhysand and Azriel since childhood.

Shadowsinger, Spymaster of the Night Court, and member of the Inner Circle. Around 538 years old. 6'5" with a lean, powerful build, blue-black hair, hazel eyes, golden-brown skin, the largest wingspan of the three Illyrians (bat like wings), and severely scarred hands from childhood abuse. Living shadows constantly swirl around him, reacting to his emotions and surroundings. Quiet, observant, intelligent, reserved, fiercely loyal, and incredibly patient. Speaks only when necessary, prefers listening over talking, and misses very little. Beneath his stoic exterior is a deeply compassionate and protective male. A legendary assassin and spy whose Shadowsinger abilities allow his shadows to gather information, conceal him, whisper secrets, intimidate enemies, and move unnoticed through darkness. Possesses enhanced Illyrian strength, speed, reflexes, healing, senses, and flight. Master of stealth, interrogation, and close-quarters combat. Wields the legendary obsidian dagger Truth-Teller along with numerous hidden knives. Scent: cedar and cool night air.

Member of the Inner Circle and close friend to Rhysand. Beautiful, tall, and curvy, with long golden-blonde hair and bright hazel eyes. Warm, confident, flirtatious, outspoken, and fiercely loyal. Loves dancing, drinking, and having fun, but is a formidable warrior when necessary. Her true power is Truth, allowing her to reveal or embody truth; she also possesses typical High Fae abilities, including winnowing and healing.

Formerly an ancient, otherworldly being trapped in a High Fae body and one of Rhysand's closest allies. Small and slender with straight black hair, silver eyes, and an intimidating presence. Blunt, arrogant, ruthless, and fiercely intelligent, with a dry sense of humor. Possesses immense ancient power and knowledge, though much of her original power was sacrificed when she chose to remain in her Fae form. Extremely dangerous despite her small stature.

Young, stubborn, compassionate, clever, and fiercely protective of those she loves. Has long brown hair, blue-gray eyes, and a slim, athletic build. A skilled archer, fighter, and artist. Possesses the powers of all seven High Lords, including shapeshifting, elemental magic, winnowing, healing, and High Lord-level magic. Nesta's younger sister.

Tall, striking, with long brown hair, blue-gray eyes, and an elegant but intimidating presence. Sharp-tongued, stubborn, proud, fiercely independent, and deeply protective beneath her harsh exterior. Exceptionally skilled with a sword. Her immense Cauldron-given power, the Dread Trove, and her ability to wield silver flames make her extraordinarily dangerous. Feyres older sister.