Character guide

Mr. Vane

major

Also known as Vane

The narrator and protagonist who travels through a strange mirror-world.

Lilith

major

Also known as Walking Lilith

The enigmatic and powerful first wife of Adam, central to the story's conflict.

Lona

major

Also known as Daughter Lona

A young woman from the Little Ones, who becomes a key companion to Vane.

Mara

supporting

Also known as Lady Mara, lady Mara

A sorrowful yet wise woman who guides Vane through the House of Bitterness.

Adam

supporting

Also known as father Adam

The biblical first man, now a wise and ancient figure in this world.

Mr. Raven

supporting

Also known as a Mr. Raven, the raven

A mysterious talking raven who serves as Vane's guide and gatekeeper.

Eve

supporting

Also known as Beautiful Eve

The biblical first woman, mother of all living, who appears in the story.

The Princess

supporting

Also known as princess, Princess

The cruel and beautiful ruler of Bulika, later revealed as Lilith's daughter.

The Little Ones

supporting

Also known as XIII The Little Ones, Little Ones

A community of childlike beings living in the forest, central to the plot.

Odu

minor

Also known as little Odu

One of the Little Ones, a playful and curious child.

Luva

minor

A woman of Bulika who assists Vane in the city.

The Shadow

minor

Also known as the great Shadow, The Shadow

A dark, menacing entity that pursues Vane through the otherworld.

Blunty

minor

Also known as little Blunty

One of the Little Ones, a small and timid child.

Spotty

minor

One of the Little Ones, named for his spotted appearance.

Tolma

minor

Also known as Little Tolma

One of the Little Ones, a small child in the community.

Sozo

minor

A mysterious figure associated with the House of Bitterness.

Spaulding

minor

A servant or attendant in the Raven's household.

Sir Upward

minor

Also known as old Sir Up'ard, Sir Up'ard

An ancient knight encountered in the otherworld.

Peter

minor

A minor character mentioned in the narrative.

Mrs. Raven

minor

Also known as Raven

The wife of Mr. Raven, a quiet presence in their cottage.

Whitey

minor

One of the Little Ones, a pale child.

Mother of Sorrow

minor

Also known as Mother, Sorrow, the Lady of Sorrow

A sorrowful maternal figure associated with the House of Bitterness.

Death

minor

A personified figure encountered in the House of Death.

Hope

minor

A personified figure or concept mentioned in the narrative.