Alexandra Rose Jennings

Dorothy is Alex’s mother. She comforts Alex about attending school and says she hopes the separation will help Alex make friends.

Alex refers to William as her father. He reassures her and jokes with her before she is left at school while he and her mother travel to Siberia.

Bear is one of Alex’s closest friends and a protective, supportive companion. He shares food with her, invites her to spend Kaldoras with his family, and helps guide her through the Library’s dangerous hidden rooms.

Marselle is Akarnae’s headmaster and has been informed that Alex was Chosen and can access the Library’s secrets. Alex has previously learned about Meya from him.

Alex and Delucia share a room and have a tense, distant relationship. Delucia questions Alex's early return and expresses concern that danger could reach her, while small gestures hint at a possible softening.

Jordan is one of Alex’s closest friends at Akarnae. He jokes and teases her, but offers reassurance and insists she talk to him when she is worried; he is also deeply alarmed when she falls into the black square.

Jarvis is an academy administrator whom Alex approaches for help. He receives her after her return, checks on her injury, and withholds information about Aven for what he believes is her safety.

Marmaduke teaches Alex to control gifts and demonstrates her own mind arts, while becoming frustrated when Alex cannot display a gift.

Lennox teaches Alex Studies of Society and Culture, including lessons about Medora’s monarchy and dignitaries.

Declan is paired with Alex for hand-to-hand combat practice; their sparring ends with him twisting her leg and knocking her unconscious.

Fiddle is the horse Alex rides for her Equestrian Skills examination, carrying her through a challenging cross-country course.

Finn is Alex’s PE coach. He conducts a water-survival exercise in which she nearly drowns, then rescues her and later reports the incident to Fletcher.

Fletcher treats Alex in the Medical Ward after her dillyberry overdose and Combat-class concussion; he is warm and reassuring despite teasing her about her intoxicated proposal.

Gammy’s gift of peace helps Alex feel safe and relaxed. Alex is drawn to her warmth and speaks with her about life at the academy.

Hunter detects Alex and her friends while they are concealed in the Tower, orders them back to class, and demonstrates a guarded interest in their presence.

Kaiden is Alex’s Combat classmate. She admires his creativity and fighting ability and is briefly struck by his appearance, but no relationship has yet developed.

Karter is Alex’s Combat teacher and examiner. He pushes her through a demanding exam, initially treats her harshly, and ultimately shows respect for her persistence and ability.

Lady Mystique tests Alex, claims Alex’s powerful gift will serve her, and selects extraordinary gifts for Alex to give the Ronnigans. Their encounter is cryptic and seemingly fated.

Maggie is Alex's Archery instructor. She is concerned about the danger Aven poses and argues that Alex must be warned about his intentions.

Alex cares for Monster as part of her Equestrian Skills class, and the pony follows her as though she were a friend.

After Alex breaks the curse that bound him to his armour, Camden pledges to serve and protect her and helps her find Bear and Jordan in the Library.

The librarian recognizes that Alex has been Chosen and scrutinizes her before accepting her status. He remains an enigmatic gatekeeper to the Library.

The sentient Library identifies Alex as Chosen and creates trials and choices for her, including a path back to her world. It offers guidance while insisting that her decisions remain her own.

Anton owns Dubble Bubble and helps Alex choose Bear’s gift; after she accidentally causes a lab fire, he responds graciously and invites her back.

Benny welcomes Alex to On The House, playfully flirts with her, and helps explain the unusual rooftop establishment.

Bear’s older brother befriends Alex, jokes with her, and gives her a Shadow-bearing ring for emergencies.

Brendan fights Alex with a wooden staff during the exam and strikes her head, though he pulls back enough to avoid causing more serious harm.

Connor is a friendly classmate who shares his notes with Alex after she returns to class and expects her to tell him what happened.

Evie quickly declares Alex her best friend; Alex reciprocates with affection and kindness.

Fitzy teaches Alex Chemistry, a volatile and unconventional subject involving formulaic creations that Alex finds nearly magical.

Mel joins the picnic and invites Alex to meet over the holidays. Alex appreciates her but feels they have little in common.

Nick is one of Alex’s Combat classmates and an opponent in the unarmed portion of her exam. He later asks about her training and acknowledges her effort.

Luranda reprimands Alex for arriving late and insists she complete the venom exercise, despite Alex’s protest that her partner has refused to take her turn.

Sal warmly welcomes Alex and makes her a dillyberry drink, eager to share her special recipe.

Sebastian is one of Alex’s Combat classmates and an opponent in the unarmed portion of her exam.

Tayla teaches Equestrian Skills and tells Alex she must prove herself before joining the Epsilon class.

Tessa, Dorothy’s sister, warmly welcomes Alex and gives her earrings to complement her Gala dress.

Varin teaches Alex Species Distinction, introducing her to diverse beings through lessons and demonstrations.

Aven has searched for Alex and believes she can help him reach his goal. He forcibly restrains and threatens her; Alex refuses to cooperate and resolves to keep him from reaching her world.

Gerald previously attacked Alex at the Gala and renews the threat during Aven’s abduction, holding Delucia at knifepoint to coerce Alex.

Marcus detains and intimidates Alex after she enters his study, allowing Gerald to hold a knife to her throat and threatening further harm.