Role: The radiant ruler of the Golden Palace, celebrating her birthday amid opulence and secrets.

Reputation: Wise, beautiful, merciful - yet never blind.

Personality: Regal, magnetic, calm under fire. She is gracious, clever, and famously patient… unless someone tries to steal the spotlight on her birthday. Then she becomes gently terrifying.

Rumors: No one dares ask her true age; the last who did was never seen again. Rumor says he’s alive and well… just still running.

Main Relationships:

• Sultan Marco — devoted husband; she loves him deeply but occasionally confiscates his crystals when he gets “too experimental.”
• Lady Elena of the Golden Veil — beloved sister and lifelong confidante; together, they can calm (or terrify) a room in under ten seconds.
• Princesses Lexi & Nico — her pride and joy; both inherited her wit, beauty, and ability to create chaos while looking innocent.

Look: A jewel-toned gown flowing like starlit water, crowned with gold that catches every flicker of light. She glides more than she walks — the embodiment of royal grace, birthday radiance, and quiet “don’t mess with me” energy.

Role: Younger daughter of Queen Xana; adored by the people, feared by anyone hiding a secret.

Reputation: Sweet, playful, and radiant — the kind of princess who can make a guard blush, a courtier confess, and a diplomat forget their entire speech just by smiling.

Personality: Curious, kind-hearted, mischievously bright. With a love for adventure and discovery, she is often found exploring the royal gardens or studying the stars late at night.

Rumours: Some whisper she keeps a secret diary full of everyone’s misdeeds  written in invisible ink. Others say she carries tiny keys that unlock hidden drawers, secret boxes, and occasionally emotional wounds. One rumor claims she once replaced the Vizier’s ink with perfume. He denies it, but he smelled fantastic for weeks.

Main Relationships:

• Queen Xana — her loving mother and constant source of new rules Lexi intends to bend gracefully.
• Princess Nico — big sister, role model, and partner in crime; they have matching alibis prepared at all times.
• Princess Ana — her chaos twin; together they have invented pranks so subtle the palace still hasn’t solved them.

Suggested Look: Soft pink or blush gown, floral jewelry, innocent sparkle.

Role: Scholar of medicine and guardian of the royal family’s health.

Reputation: Known for soothing fevers, settling nerves, and surviving Princess Nico’s family gatherings with heroic composure.

Personality: Smart, observant, and endlessly kind. Ioan loves three things above all: healing, Princess Nico, and loudly cheering at the royal sports games. Everyone agrees he becomes a different man at the arena — shouting tactical advice at athletes who absolutely cannot hear him.

Rumors: Some say he writes anonymous love notes to Princess Nico… cleverly disguised as medical advice. (“Please take two smiles and call me at sunset.”)

Main Relationships:

• Princess Nico — his most cherished patient. Palace gossip insists he checks her pulse far more often than medically necessary.
• Sultan Marco — insists he is always “perfectly healthy,” even when covered in frost from practicing cold resistance. Ioan had to gently explain that numbness is not a spiritual awakening.
• Lexi — frequently pretends to faint so he’ll carry her. She insists it’s “for science.” He insists it’s “for cardio.”

Look: Elegant black robes with deep purple trim, detailed gold embroidery, and a gleaming golden sash - the calmest man in the kingdom, unless there’s a royal sports match.

Role: The Sultan’s most trusted advisor, keeper of the empire’s policies, and self-appointed guardian of “responsible spending” (a phrase no one else in the palace uses).

Reputation: Brilliant, eloquent, indispensable — and dramatic enough to make budgeting look dangerous.

Personality: Calm, thoughtful, and quietly observant. Prefers to listen before speaking and chooses his words with care. Though reserved, his presence commands respect without effort.

Rumours: It’s said he manages the Sultan’s fortune as if it were his own empire, and that he hasn’t truly slept in years. Some claim his gaze allegedly lingers far too long on Lady Elena of the Golden Veil — which he denies while staring directly at her.… others whisper he’s been seen exchanging secret notes with Layla, the Harem Dancer — a woman whose beauty has undone wiser men.

Main Relationships:

• Sultan Marco — master and eternal source of financial headaches; constantly tries to spend money on “mystical crystals.”
• Lady Elena of the Golden Veil — admired ally; her smile makes him forget entire fiscal years.
• Garri al-Mirza — treasurer and partner in the never-ending quest to balance the palace budget; the two often bond over receipts and despair.

Suggested Look: Deep robes of authority, heavy signet ring, measured expression concealing the weight of too many secrets.

Role: Royal envoy and diplomat, recently welcomed back to court after years abroad.

Reputation: Brilliant, charming, and effortlessly likable — the kind of man whose laugh convinces people to agree to treaties they didn’t even read. Entire delegations have signed contracts purely because he smiled at them.

Personality: Intelligent, warm, and dangerously charismatic. Vlad speaks with wit, sincerity, and just enough mystery to make everyone lean closer. He treats friends like family, family like gold, and his wife like she controls the sun.

Rumours Some whisper the Sultan does not fear his brother’s ambition — only his terrifying ability to walk into a room and instantly become everyone’s favorite royal.

Main Relationships:

• Sultan Marco - half-brother,
• Princess Elena of Samarkand - beloved wife,
• Vovka ibn Hattab - trusted ally in trade and secrets,
• Grand Vizier Vadim - respects Vlad but secretly keeps spreadsheet predictions of how many problems his charm will cause weekly.

Suggested Look: White or ivory outfit lined with gold, easy smile, thoughtful eyes - the image of grace wrapped in quiet power.

Role: Palace fortune-teller and mystic advisor..

Reputation: Eccentric, dramatic, and undeniably gifted. Her visions have altered royal destiny more times than the treasury can count.

Personality: Dramatic, poetic, and mesmerizing — speaks in riddles, metaphors, and the occasional scream. She delivers prophecies with theatrical flair and once declared someone’s future using only smoke, a candle, and a very disappointed sigh.

Rumours: Some say she communes with djinn who reveal secrets in exchange for small pieces of her sanity — a trade she considers “fair enough.” Others insist her madness is just a mask to make everyone underestimate her.
One rumor claims she predicted a marriage, a betrayal, and a pastry shortage in the same sentence. All three came true.

Main Relationships:

• Queen Xana - her patron, protector, and one of the few who understands her metaphors on the first try.
• Victor - her skeptical but devoted husband; he pretends not to believe in magic, yet he carries around every charm she gives him “just in case.”
• Sultan Marco - seeks her counsel when logic fails or when the stars “feel moody.”

Suggested Look: Flowing dark robes, silver jewelry, and a deck of talisman cards she dramatically slams on tables for effect, even when the vision is mild.

Role: Protector of the throne and leader of the royal guards — the Sultan’s most trusted defender and the calm at the center of every storm.

Reputation: Loyal, brave, and respected by everyone from nobles to kitchen servants. Famous for his skill with a blade and his quick mind, but even more for his kindness and sense of fairness.

Personality: Quiet, steady, and strong — the kind of man who earns loyalty without asking for it. He looks out for his people like family and always has time for a laugh (or a pastry - he has a notorious sweet tooth). Friendly, generous, and unshakably honorable.

Rumours: Some say he once served as the Sultan’s personal bodyguard, and that the trust between them goes far beyond duty. Others whisper he hides a promise made long ago - one he’ll keep no matter the cost.

Main Relationships:

• Lady Elena of the Bright Flame — his beloved wife; their bond is built on deep respect, quiet laughter, and her ability to stop him from eating dessert before a mission.
• Sultan Marco– old friend and lifelong ally; trusts him without question.
• Queen Xana– trusts his calm advice and good heart.

Look: Structured outfit, dark fabrics, a sash or medallion of rank. Stands tall, moves quietly, and always looks like he’s two seconds away from saving someone — or stealing a dessert.

Role: Master of the Sultan’s treasury and guardian of coin.

Reputation: Beloved throughout the palace for his calm wisdom, gentle humor, and golden heart. Known not just for balancing the Sultan’s coffers, but for balancing compassion with precision - a man whose word is as solid as the empire’s gold.

Personality: Intelligent, warm, and endlessly patient. Garri has a gift for reading people as easily as he reads numbers. He treats everyone, from courtiers to servants, with quiet respect and kindness. Family means everything to him, and he speaks of his wife and children with a soft smile.

Rumors: Some claim the Sultan trusts him more than his own shadow; others whisper that even the Vizier seeks his counsel when the figures don’t add up. It’s also said Garri never travels without a small pouch of lemons - for zest, for health, and for luck — and that his daughters’ baked sweets have earned near-legendary status among the palace staff.

Main Relationships:

• Lady Olga - beloved wife and confidante,
• Grand Vizier Vadim - trusted ally and occasional headache,
• Sultan Marco - respected patron and friend.

Recommended Look: Elegant materials paired with an abacus or scrolls, complemented by a gold-trimmed sash.

Role: Mistress of Elixirs — part alchemist, part enchantress, and the palace’s most intoxicating mystery. 

Reputation: Brilliant, unpredictable, and irresistibly charming. Her potions are whispered about from the Sultan’s court to the city’s darkest taverns — miraculous in their effect, terrifying in their aftermath.

Personality: Flirtatious and clever, but fiercely loyal to those she loves. She adores her husband, Yuri the Royal Architect. Quick with a joke and quicker with a spark, Olena thrives on experimentation — at the bar, in her life, and her conversations.

Rumors: Rumors: She once turned Grand Vizier Vadim’s wine into smoke “just to see his face.” Some say she crafts love potions. Others whisper her secret elixir can make memories vanish… or return.

Main Relationships:

• Yuri, the Royal Architect — husband, muse, and co-conspirator in creativity.
• Victor, the Royal Taster — recurring “test subject.”
• Sultan Marco — both patron and occasional source of panic when her mixtures go “boom.”

Suggested Look: Fine emerald or charcoal gown, golden jewelry, gold-trimmed sash, vials at her belt, mischievous grin, always smelling faintly of spices and spirits.

Role: Protector of the Sultan’s harem and keeper of its most delicate secrets. Trusted with the safety of the Sultan’s dancers — and the silence that surrounds their world.

Reputation: Loyal, disciplined, and quietly vigilant. Known for his composure and impeccable sense of duty, Alexey is the man others trust to handle what no one else dares to see.

Personality: Calm, steady, and thoughtful. Though he speaks rarely, his words carry weight. Beneath his disciplined exterior lies a deeply compassionate soul - one devoted not only to his duty but to his wife, Lady Valentina. He values honesty, protection, and peace over glory.

Rumours: Has seen too much and knows when to look away. Some whisper that one of the harem’s dancers, Layla, once admired him too closely, but that he turned away out of loyalty to Valentina. 

Main Relationships:

• Lady Valentina — beloved wife and moral compass.
• Queen Xana — confidante; mutual respect built on absolute trust.
• Layla, the Harem’s Dancer — under his protection; a source of courtly gossip he carefully ignores.
• Grand Vizier Vadim — oversees his unit; relies on Alexey’s discretion for palace security.

Suggested Look: Armor or deep crimson tunic; sword or staff; badge of the Harem Guard.

Role: Sultan’s elegant political hostess and Vlad ibn-Iankel's wife.

Reputation: Beautiful, loyal, and gracious. Known for quick wit and making everyone feel valued.

Personality: Warm, energetic, and talkative. Loyal and supportive, with quietly brilliant ideas. Adventurous and spontaneous, she brings energy wherever she goes. Skilled with numbers and organizing, she turns dreams into action. Deeply in love with Vlad, they are rarely apart, inspiring admiration and envy.

Rumors: Her plants bloom in strange colors when she’s happy, and wilt when she’s worried. Some say her sharp mind hides behind her easy laugh.

Main Relationships: 

• Vlad ibn-Iankel (husband),
• Lady Valentina (friend),

• Lady Elena, the Bright Flame (friend).

Suggested Look: Regal and graceful in a deep teal gown embroidered with golden patterns, draped in a sheer golden veil — she radiates quiet authority and timeless elegance, her hair always perfectly set, framing her like a crown of its own.

Role: Esteemed trader of silks, jewels, and rare poisons — a man who turns opportunity into gold with a single smile.

Reputation: Charismatic, flamboyant, and impossible to dislike; his laughter fills every market he enters.

Personality: A lively storyteller and master negotiator who charms friends and rivals alike; always one clever step ahead but never cruel.

Rumours: They say he can sell anything — even the wind — and that his charm hides a sharper mind than any blade.

Main Relationships:

• Dusha (wife),
• Prince Vlad (favored client),
• Garri the Treasurer (business ally).

Suggested Look: Silk shirt paired with a delicately embroidered spice pouch on his belt, exuding the warm, enticing aroma of spices and ambition.

Role: Harem Dance Teacher, master of rhythm, grace, and the language of movement.

Reputation: Beautiful, disciplined, and adored for her breathtaking performances and sharp perfectionism.

Personality: Passionate and proud, she lives for art and excellence. A patient teacher but a fierce competitor, she believes every step tells a story worth mastering.

Rumors: Some whisper that her lessons aren’t only of rhythm and motion, but of how to captivate any heart in the room.

Main Relationships:

• Queen Xana - deeply respects her elegance and occasionally seeks her company for private performances.

• Lady Elena of the Golden Veil - quietly admires Ana’s discipline.

• Vitalii, the Royal Astrologer – drawn to her like a moth to flame; she is his earthly distraction from the stars.

• Layla, The Harem Dancer – once her student, now her most complicated connection — part protégée, part threat.

Look: Vibrant and mesmerizing in bright gown - a dazzling blend of color, confidence, and royal allure that turns every movement into art, jeweled ankle chains that sing with every movement, eyes bright with ambition and artistry.