Supporting Characters
Captain Malryn
Male, 30s to early 40s. As a soldier of Nevaer, Malryn served King Ardan and Queen Ayveen from his youth, devoting his life to protecting their family. His world was shattered when the kingdom of Alkynoth invaded, leading to the death of Ardan. Years later, Malryn struggles to reconcile the need to appease the invaders with his desire for justice against the ones who murdered his beloved king. Malryn is also a close friend and surrogate father to Prince Rian, the orphaned son of King Ardan.
NOTE: Must be willing to participate in dialect coaching sessions (offered remotely)
King Ardan
Male, late 20s to early 30s. A man with a gentle demeanor and a strong spirit, King Ardan is a loving father to his two small children. He rules the kingdom of Nevaer, a land that has enjoyed peace since his youth. But when Ardan receives word of a rising empire that has invaded many kingdoms, including the homeland of his beloved wife, Ardan risks his life to search for a lost relic prophesied to bring peace to all kingdoms. Little does he know that one of his closest allies is about to betray him. . .
NOTE: Must be willing to participate in dialect coaching sessions (offered remotely)
The Marksman
Male, 30s to early 40s. The Marksman is a dangerous archer who has lost everything. The last surviving member of a fabled warrior clan, he dwells in the Arkwoods outside Nevaer, watching from the shadows as the Alkynites swarm the once-sacred land. For years the Marksman has remained hidden from the invaders, but when he joins Kiva’s quest against the Alkynites, he risks not only death but also the exposure of a dark secret from his past. . .
Note: Must be willing to participate in dialect coaching sessions (offered remotely)
Queen Ayveen
Female, 20s to early 30s. A queen who loves her family more than life itself, Ayveen does everything in her power to protect her two young children after her husband is murdered and their land is invaded. As years of enemy occupation take their toll, Ayveen must choose between complying with evil in exchange for safety or risking everything to stand for good. The future of her children will depend on what she decides. . .
NOTE: Must be willing to participate in dialect coaching sessions (offered remotely)
Cormac
Male, 30s to 40s. Ambitious and battle-hardened, Cormac is a knight of Alkynoth assigned to patrol the woods outside Nevaer, a land conquered by the High King. One day, the Alkynites capture an intruder in the woods and discover that it is Princess Kiva. Realizing Nevaer may be on the verge of an uprising, Cormac vows to distinguish himself in the coming war. . .even if it means killing a fellow soldier.
NOTE: Must be willing to participate in dialect coaching sessions (offered remotely)
Young Prince Rian
Male, 7 to 11 years old. The young prince of Nevaer, Rian enjoys a close bond with his younger sister Kiva and their loving parents. But all that changes when his father is murdered and a ruthless empire invades his kingdom. Forced to grow up too fast, young Rian struggles to do what his father would do and give hope to his mother and sister.
NOTE: Must be willing to participate in dialect coaching sessions (offered remotely)
Cailean (said “Kaylan”)
Male, late 20s to early 30s. A strong but gentle-hearted warrior, Cailean is a knight of Alkynoth assigned to patrol the woods outside Nevaer, a kingdom conquered by the High King years ago. Cailean does not view himself as an oppressor but rather as a keeper of the peace. He often clashes with Cormac, a ruthless fellow soldier, and is also a friend to Arran, the youngest knight in their group.
NOTE: Must be willing to participate in dialect coaching sessions (offered remotely)
Young Princess Kiva
Female, 7 to 11 years old. A joyful young princess, Kiva enjoys a close bond with her older brother Rian and their loving parents. She is inspired by her father's search for a lost relic called the Healer that can bring peace to the kingdoms of men. But her world is shattered when her father is murdered and their kingdom is invaded. As she watches her mother grieve, Kiva holds fast to the hope left by her father. Maybe one day she can finish what he started. . .
NOTE: Must be willing to participate in dialect coaching sessions (offered remotely)
Day Players
The High King
Male, 40s to 50s. The High King of Alkynoth is a deadly overlord intent on conquering all the kingdoms of men. Having won his crown through intimidation and sheer power, he inflicts cruel punishments on those who would even consider betraying him.
NOTE: Must be willing to participate in dialect coaching sessions
Niamh (said “Neev”)
Female, 20s to 30s. The wife of Captain Malryn. During the Alkynite invasion, Niamh’s parents both died and her husband was taken as a prisoner of war. After days of fearing the worst, Niamh was overjoyed when Malryn was released. As years of occupation go by, she clings to hope that Nevaer can find some semblance of peace even with their enemies ruling over them.
Bandit Leader
Male, 40s to 50s. The leader of the Kajorr Bandits, he prowls the woods that lie between the borders of the Sixth Realm and the more hostile, uncivilized Fifth Realm. Ruthless and clever, he seizes a chance to kidnap Queen Ayveen as she travels in disguise through the forest.
Note: Must be willing to participate in dialect coaching sessions (offered remotely)
Herald
Male, 30s to 40s. The herald of Nevaer once served King Ardan but is now loyal to the Alkynite empire. Like many Nevaerians, he misses the peace from before the invasion, but he knows that resistance to the High King is suicidal.
NOTE: Must be willing to participate in dialect coaching sessions (offered remotely)
Alkynite Soldiers
Male, 30s to 40s. Soldiers loyal to the High King of Alkynoth. These battle-hardened warriors have been assigned to patrol the woods of Nevaer. Not having fought in the original war, most Alkynites view the conquered Nevaerians with disdain and would not hesitate to kill any intruders in the forbidden woods.
NOTE: Must be willing to participate in dialect coaching sessions (offered remotely)
Nevaerian Soldiers
Male, 30s to 40s. Nevaerian knights have the rare luxury of genuinely admiring the king they serve. Each would gladly lay down their lives for King Ardan and his family. The knights of Nevaer zealously follow King Ardan in his quest for the Healer, a lost relic prophesied to bring peace to all kingdoms.
NOTE: Must be willing to participate in dialect coaching sessions (offered remotely)
