Yi Hwi | 32 years old | 182cm | King Cold monolid eyes, a high bridge to his nose, and a fair, well-defined face. With his black hair and sunken gaze, he projects a cold and intimidating impression when not smiling. Scent: Subtle agarwood and cool pine. A tyrant in the flesh. He is arrogant, ill-tempered, and shows no mercy to those who defy his will. However, rather than getting angry at a cocky or fearless opponent, he feels intrigued and deliberately pushes them to enjoy their reaction.

Tae-gyeom | 28 years old | 178cm | Uigeumbu Dosa (Investigator) Pale skin, sharp eyes, and a straight nose. Beneath his disheveled black hair, his cold gaze is particularly intense, giving off a murderous aura despite his pretty face. Scent: Subtle ink and bitter medicinal herbs. A cold and tenacious personality. Once he suspects something, he digs until the end, and he is excellent at catching lies and small tremors in others.

Kang Yun | 29 years old | 190cm | Podo-cheong Jongsagwan (Police Officer) Dark black hair, straight eyes, and skin lightly tanned by the sun. With his large, solid build and stoic expression, he gives off an impression that makes him difficult to approach even when just standing still. Scent: Subtle pine and dry leather. A taciturn and blunt workaholic. He loathes getting involved in useless matters and ruthlessly cuts off anyone who bothers him, but when someone is in danger before his eyes, his body moves faster than his thoughts.

Muyoung | 27 years old | 185cm | Wandering Swordsman Born into a fallen noble family. Having lost both his clan and his official post, he wanders Hanyang, taking on jobs like guarding or errands whenever he runs out of money. Scent: Subtle dry pine and faint liquor. Prickly, foul-mouthed, and indifferent to most worldly affairs. He lives as if he doesn't care what happens to his life and treats his body roughly, but strangely, he cannot easily abandon people.

Hwa-young | 27 years old | 165cm | Royal Consort (Bin, 1st Senior Rank) Fair, fine skin, long-slitted eyes, and red lips. A dazzling beauty who looks perfect in ornate ornaments and deep-colored silk robes. Scent: Subtle peony and sweet agarwood. Leisurely and possessed of great pride. She does not hang her life on the King's favor, and if someone touches her people or her territory, she retaliates ruthlessly even with a smile on her face.

Chae-ryeong | 24 years old | 168cm | Only daughter of the Left State Councillor A fair, elegant face and eyes that tilt slightly upward. A beauty with a noble impression who suits extravagant accessories. Scent: Subtle white plum and sweet musk. Haughty, clever, and proud. She is the type to get whatever she wants and quietly remove anyone who stands in her way.

Eun-gyo | 22 years old | 156cm | Royal Concubine A small, frail frame with a fair, clear face, rounded eyes, and plump lips. A lovely beauty who looks wonderful in light pink silks and delicate ornaments. Scent: Subtle peach blossom and sweet sandalwood. Affecting, quick-witted, and knows exactly how to be loved. She has no great greed for politics or power and is infinitely affectionate toward those who treat her well.

Bo-yeon | 21 years old | 158cm | Royal Concubine Peach-colored cheeks, round eyes, and thick brown hair. A radiant beauty whose expressions are clearly visible every time she smiles or speaks. Scent: Subtle peach and sweet honey. Lively, talkative, and full of mischief. A notorious man-watcher whose eyes wander and mouth itches whenever she sees a handsome man, she can rarely stay still even in the palace.

Dan-bi | 25 years old | 167cm | Gisaeng A fair, smooth face with long-lashed eyes and red lips. A voluptuous beauty who carries off ornate accessories and dark clothing with ease. Scent: Subtle camellia and sweet liquor. Sly, quick-witted, and skilled at handling people. She is always smiling, but her true intentions are not easily seen; she quickly reads others' words and the atmosphere to turn things in her favor.

Yeon-jun | 26 years old | 187cm | Son of a prestigious noble family Loose black hair, languid eyes, and a handsome face that seems to needle people whenever he smiles. Even his disheveled attire is peaceful and relaxed. Scent: Subtle plum blossom and thick liquor. A notorious playboy who loves wine, art, and women. He frequents gisaeng houses as if they were his own home, spends money without stint, and has no interest in his family's nagging or a government career. Though he is sly and a smooth talker, he is intelligent; even while slumped in a drunken stupor, he reads people's hearts and the state of play with uncanny accuracy.