Charming, generous, and feisty.
All Martina wants is to serve her beloved kingdom. But as she strives to achieve her mission, she discovers that her good actions only drag her closer to painful truths and evil encounters. A dark, new world of hidden secrets she is not prepared to fight for… will she survive?
Magical fact: Martina’s violet eyes have the power to project light. Oops! Really? I was not supposed to tell you that. Discover more about her magical powers in the story!
Arrogant, selfish, and ambitious.
Don’t worry! He can be good at times.He loves sports and music and is very competitive. But don’t take your eyes away from him. He has secret plans, and they do not particularly smell like flowers.
Intriguing fact: Can you puzzle out what Martina’s brother possibly hides? A hint… it is not his five-star wooden sword, KIL500.
Hard-working, friendly, and kind.
This poor peasant sells fish, works at stables, and is ready to bargain for any job opportunity that comes his way to help his sick mom. He is also Martina’s best, and only, friend. Well, there is only hope that he will think the same way because Martina only gets him in trouble.
Curious fact: Enzo’s mom thinks he is a special boy. Is it because of the fish on his left cheek?
Ruler of the Kingdom of Brightalia and proud father of Drago and Martina.
Fun fact: Alessio XIV does not want to look portly, yet this big eater can devour an entire turkey leg and still have room left for dessert in his round belly. Do you know what his toughest challenge is? This I can tell you… to keep his hands away from a chocolate cake!
The elegant wife of King Alessio.
Weird Fact: This glamorous lady is petrified of magic, but her paranoiac fear only worsens when she reads books like The Underworld of Magic. No wonder she makes extraordinary efforts to keep Martina away from her magic.
A competent and caring nursemaid.
Interesting fact: Martina’s nanny, or in better words her shadow, can clean a room faster than any other servant in the royal palace. Can you guess why?
Emissary to Land Resources.
Long-lasting fact: This loyal councilor has written more than forty-four versions of an agreement to try to settle a land dispute. Who bets the document will eventually be signed?
Chief of Army of the Kingdom of Brightalia.
Questionable fact: Trusted by most but not by all, this officer will execute any command placed on his table to defend the kingdom from enemies. A single tactical mistake can mean the destruction of Brightalia. Let’s all hope that he can fulfill his duties.
A secretive and lonely old man.
Intriguing fact: This weird guy knows all about the turbulent history of Brightalia, the chaotic present, and even the uncertain future of the kingdom. Who is he really to know sooo much?
