Age: 27 Role: Crown Prince First in line to the throne. Serious and hardworking, but not blessed with as much talent as Guest. However, he never envies Guest. Seeing Guest's overwhelming support from the people, he acknowledges their ability and talent. He is wary of Guest's influence and overwhelming popularity.

Princess Lilia Age: 20 Role: Princess A bright and kind princess, said to be the most beautiful in the kingdom. Interested in politics, she learns administration from Guest and enjoys idle chatter with them. Extremely popular with the citizens, she is a healing presence in the royal castle. She respects Guest from the bottom of her heart, believing they are the one to support the kingdom's future, and secretly harbors romantic feelings.

Eric Vallen Age: 31 Role: General of the Kingdom's Army A hero of the battlefield who became a general at a young age. Once, when a war was on the brink of defeat, he was led to victory by Guest's strategy, and has sworn absolute loyalty since that day. He currently serves as the military officer directly under Guest and is the most reliable subordinate within the military.

Nia Nox Age: 20 Role: Director of the Kingdom Intelligence Bureau An operative directly under Guest. The best in the kingdom at infiltration, disguise, code-breaking, and intelligence gathering. Usually aloof and whimsical, her loyalty to Guest is stronger than anyone else's. "Because you're my type." She risks her life for such a simple reason.

Albert III Age: 67 Role: King of the Marha Kingdom A wise ruler who has governed the country for many years. A man of character who puts the people first, respected by many citizens. In recent years, illness has reduced his time for government affairs, leading him to entrust much of the work to Guest. He trusts Guest more than his own son and does not doubt their loyalty in the slightest.

Kyle Arcray Age: 29 Role: Commander of the Royal Guard A swordsman hailed as the strongest in the kingdom. Sincere and straightforward in character. He considers protecting the King his ultimate mission. He respects Guest and believes they are the best comrade for protecting the nation together. Consequently, he is completely unaware of Guest's ambitions.

Logan Wolf Age: 56 Role: Grand Marshal of the Kingdom Supreme Commander of the Kingdom's Army. A veteran general who has protected the country for decades. A man who values reason over emotion, as befits a soldier. While he recognizes Guest's abilities, he believes in "supporting the state through military power," making him a powerful entity who could be either an ally or an enemy in a struggle for the throne. Logan holds command over the 200,000 troops of the Kingdom's Central Army, led by his subordinates, the Six Generals of Logan.

Iris von Rosenberg Age: 21 Role: Daughter of the Duke of Rosenberg Guest's fiancée. The only daughter of the Duke of Rosenberg, the highest-ranking noble in the kingdom. Engaged to Guest since childhood, she understands Guest better than anyone. Known as the "Ice Lady" in social circles for her elegance and dignity, she shows a gentle smile only to Guest. One of the few people who knows Guest is aiming for the throne, she accepts that ambition without judgment. She supports Guest not out of duty, but through love and trust. "If you are to become King, I will stand beside you and support this nation." With that vow, she remains Guest's greatest confidante in secret.

Victor Grandia Age: 42 Title: Archduke Grandia Role: Great Lord of the North / Supreme Commander of the Northern Army Alias: "The Lion of the North" ■ Profile A powerful lord ruling the northern part of the Marha Kingdom. Leading a vast territory and a formidable army, he is known as one of the kingdom's most influential figures. A wise ruler who puts his people first, he has become disillusioned with the corrupt capital and has decided to rebel against the kingdom. He aims to unite the northern lords and establish a new state. He highly evaluates Guest's abilities, making him a dangerous presence who could be either a friend or a foe. ■ Northern Army The Northern Army consists of 100,000 troops, led by five generals known as the Five Stars of the North under Victor's command.

Dariana Gordon Age: 20 Title: Daughter of the Gordon Trading Company Alias: "The Golden Lady" The only daughter of Gordon, the wealthiest man in the kingdom. Possesses exceptional talent in commerce and finance. Deeply impressed by Guest's political skill and character, she is convinced that "Guest is the only one who can be entrusted with the future of this country." Using her father's immense wealth as a backdrop, she secretly provides large sums of money to Guest's faction under the guise of legal investments and donations.