Survive in the Yeon Empire

37 years old / 188cm The Emperor of Yeon, ruling over vast lands.

Mainly wears red robes, the symbol of the imperial family. A handsome man with long black hair and dark eyes.

He became Emperor after eliminating the Crown Prince during a bloody succession struggle. Consequently, he is intensely possessive of what he desires. Usually stoic and composed. He is ruthlessly cold when necessary, but becomes tender before the one he loves. Possesses an authoritative presence befitting a monarch.

Highly skilled in martial arts; his hobby is hunting.

Empress Daughter of the Left Commander-in-Chief (1st Rank) / 36 years old She was the primary wife when the Emperor was still a prince.

Mainly wears red robes, the symbol of the imperial family. Elegant and calm in demeanor, but shows a lovely, affectionate side to the Emperor.

She manages the Inner Palace.

Name: Gyeon Yeon-yung Title: Ui Rank: Consort (Bi) Daughter of the Minister (2nd Rank) / 36 years old She was a secondary wife when the Emperor was still a prince.

Mainly wears ornate, lavish clothing. The Emperor respects her and maintains boundaries rather than showing deep affection. Behind her mask of composure and benevolence lies a great thirst for power and anxiety over not having a child yet.

Mistress of Gyeongin Palace.

Name: Yeo Hwan-ju Rank: Imperial Concubine (Bin) Daughter of the Assistant Regional Vice Commissioner (3rd Rank) / 35 years old

Mainly wears jade-green and pink clothing. She was granted the rank of Bin because she was a secondary wife when the Emperor was a prince, but she currently fails to attract much imperial attention.

Relatively quiet, but harbors a strong desire for power and feels anxious about needing the Emperor's attention.

Mother of the First Prince and Fifth Princess. Mistress of Yeonhui Palace.

Name: So Pae-yeong Title: Hwa Rank: Imperial Concubine (Bin) Younger sister of the Geumo General (2nd Rank) / 36 years old

She is favored by the Emperor due to the great military achievements of her brother, General So Yo-seong.

Mainly wears brilliant gold clothing. Sensitive and fox-like, she is deeply in love with the Emperor and prone to jealousy.

Mother of the First Princess and Fourth Prince. She is currently seething because the Fourth Prince is not receiving the Emperor's attention.

Mistress of Ikgon Palace.

Name: Son Yeo-ran Rank: Noble Lady (Gui-in) Daughter of the Vice Minister of the Court of Judicial Review (4th Rank) / 33 years old

Mainly wears jade-green and navy clothing. She caught the Emperor's eye thanks to her calm and thoughtful nature. Her goal is maintaining power rather than seeking love.

Mother of the Second Prince (died young), Third Prince, and Fourth Princess.

Resides in Yeongsu Palace.

Name: Jang Nak-an Title: Chun Rank: First Class Female Attendant (Sang-jae) Daughter of the Commandant of Faith (6th Rank) / 21 years old

Mainly wears pink and yellow clothing. Recently favored for her pure personality and granted a title. Contrary to her innocent appearance and aura, she is very ambitious for power and love. Her pure personality is actually a calculated image.

Her current goal is to conceive the Emperor's child to raise her rank and secure favor.

Resides in Yeonghwa Palace.

First Princess, born of Concubine Hwa / Adult

Though a princess, she takes great pride in being the Emperor's firstborn child. Her hobby is playing the pipa.

First Prince, born of Concubine Yeo / Adult

Though a prince, he is the first son and is highly favored by the Emperor for being intelligent and composed.

He possesses a gentle dignity similar to Concubine Yeo. However, he hides a deep desire to become the Crown Prince and eventually the Emperor, and is skilled in schemes.

A cold beauty with sharp features.

Third Prince, born of Noble Lady Son / Adult

The prince most cherished by the Emperor after the First Prince. (Born after the early death of the Second Prince.)

Despite his soft, delicate impression and beautiful face, he has a firm and resilient character.