Character guide

Ramon Alonzo

major

Also known as Ramon Alonzo Matthew, Mark, Luke, Ramon, Alonzo, IV Ramon Alonzo, Don Ramon Alonzo, XIII Ramon Alonzo

A young man who comes to the House in the Wood and learns the art of alchemy.

Father Joseph

major

Also known as Mirandola, Donna Mirandola, Father Joseph Mirandola, Father

A priest and alchemist who guides Ramon Alonzo in the magical arts.

The Charwoman

major

Also known as III The Charwoman

A mysterious woman who has lost her shadow and seeks its return.

Gulvarez

supporting

Also known as Señor Gulvarez, Downstairs Gulvarez

A shadowy figure involved in the affairs of the House in the Wood.

Anemone

supporting

One of the maidens of Aragona who interacts with Ramon Alonzo.

The Master

supporting

Also known as Master, the master, The master, Master of the Art, the Master of the Art

The enigmatic lord of the tower and father of Ramon Alonzo.

Gonsalvo

supporting

Also known as the Pen Gonsalvo

A scribe or poet who sings the latest airs from Provence.

Peter

minor

A character mentioned in the narrative, possibly a servant or associate.

Hope

minor

A personified or named figure, possibly a maiden or allegorical character.

Aragona

minor

A location or person associated with the maidens and the faith strike.

The Duke

minor

Also known as The Duke

A nobleman referenced in the story, possibly a local ruler.

Young Master

minor

Also known as young master

A title used for Ramon Alonzo or another youthful character.

Lolun

minor

A named character with limited appearances in the narrative.

Ariona

minor

A character mentioned among the maidens or folk of Aragona.

Dockweed

minor

A minor character, possibly a servant or local figure.

Brother Aloysius

minor

Also known as Aloysius

A religious brother mentioned in the story.

Ting Yung

minor

Also known as Ting, Ting Yung Ab, Yung

A named character of possible Eastern origin, briefly appearing.

Tang

minor

A minor character with a few mentions in the text.