Main Characters
• Vex Rhiadne – Your powerful female lead. Once the brilliant stepdaughter of a duke, framed for her mother's death, now risen from betrayal as a seductive, cunning queen of vengeance with phoenix/fire powers and vampiric traits. Controls the Hollow and is amassing power through psychological warfare, supernatural influence, and political strategy.
• Rhydir Velgrave – The male lead. A deadly, flirtatious assassin-turned-loyal lover. Strong, bloodthirsty, and cunning, he initially approached Vex as a threat but quickly became her equal and protector. He destroyed his own kingdom to make Vex his equal and is deeply possessive of her.
• Thaesen – The second male lead. Represents Vex's past and nostalgic love. Built a rebellion after believing Vex was dead; now returns with his forces to support her. However, she no longer connects with him the way she once did.
• Agni – Vex's inner flame spirit or companion. A mysterious entity bound to her power—may influence her actions, especially regarding her vampiric hunger and flames.
Vex's Allies
• Irene – A fiercely loyal maid rescued by Rhydir in the past, now embedded in Vex's inner circle. She becomes a trusted spy and political player, shaping the perceptions of Vex's enemies from within.
Antagonists and Betrayers
• King Alaric – The king who betrayed Vex. Cowardly and calculating, he now faces the unraveling of his court as rumors of Vex's survival grow and her influence spreads. Desperately trying to hold onto power.
• Duke Malric of Westmoor – Vex's stepfather. Power-hungry and one of her main betrayers. Currently losing his mind and land—his gifted territory now cursed and barren.
• Lady Elira – A haughty noblewoman, part of the court that helped betray Vex. Arrogant, disbelieving at first, but now shaken by the strange occurrences.
• Seraphine – The royal spymaster. Cold, calculating, and sharp. She's the first in the court to take the rumors of Vex's return seriously.
• General Thorne – The king's ruthless military commander. Pushes for a preemptive strike against Vex, but is being held back for now.