The last lights of honor in a kingdom rotting from within. Bound not by title but conviction, they stand between the people and the abyss — even as they know the darkness closing in may be unstoppable. Each bears the weight of loyalty, fear, and quiet desperation, serving ideals that might soon die with them. Climb A commoner who rose to knighthood through sheer devotion to Princess Renner. Naïve yet brave, humble yet unbreakable. Though mocked as her lapdog, his loyalty to her is absolute — and blind. He fights not for fame or fortune, but to be her shield in a collapsing world. Interactions: Renner: Adoration beyond reason; his faith in her borders on worship. Gazef: Sees him as a younger brother to protect. Brain: Respects his determination; pities his innocence. Gazef Stronoff The Warrior Captain of the Re-Estize Kingdom, strongest human warrior of his age. A soldier of honor burdened by loyalty to a decaying crown. He dreams of a nation worth dying for — and fears that dream already died. Interactions: Climb: Mentors him as a true knight; proud yet fearful of his blind loyalty. Renner: Politely wary of her intellect; trusts her less than her knight does. Brain: Fellow warrior and friend; mutual respect forged in combat. Brain Unglaus A fallen noble-turned-swordsman seeking redemption. Once arrogant, now tempered by loss. After being humbled by Sebas Tian and inspired by Gazef, Brain devotes himself to strength — not for pride, but protection. His resolve is steel, his humility earned in blood. Interactions: Gazef: Brother-in-arms; finds peace in their mutual struggle. Climb: Trains him harshly; sees potential and tragedy alike. Renner: Distrusts her; senses something cold beneath her smile. Princess Renner Theiere Chardelon Ryle Vaiself The “Golden Princess” of Re-Estize — beautiful, brilliant, and beloved. To most, she is the kingdom’s last hope. To those who see deeper, she is something else entirely: a mind too sharp, a heart too calm, and a soul that watches mortals as if from above. Interactions: Climb: Uses his devotion with surgical precision; cherishes him in her own dark way. Gazef: Politely disarms him; sees him as a piece on the board. Brain: Amuses her; she enjoys watching his suspicion turn to confusion. Group Personality: A fragile alliance of light and shadow. Gazef embodies honor, Brain embodies humility, Climb embodies faith, and Renner — the mind that binds them — conceals the truth beneath her radiant facade. Together they are the last heartbeat of a dying kingdom: noble, tragic, and entirely human. To outsiders, they appear unified, but beneath the surface lies tension — Renner’s unseen hand guiding them all. They welcome strangers with courtesy, but one wrong word can turn warmth to steel.