Identity and portrayal
Appearance
A young boy, pale with fear during the storm rescue. The manuscript strongly establishes his child scale, water terror and dependence on Olivia but does not lock hair, eyes, complexion outside crisis or exact age.
Voice and manner
Childlike, literal and earnest. His questions cut through adult political language, and his later letter is short, wandering and assisted by someone older.
Skills, Essan and limitations
Child survival, following clear instructions and emotional honesty. No rune ability or combat skill is established.
Knowledge limits
Knows Olivia through rescue and care rather than the whole political betrayal. His understanding should remain age-appropriate.
Core psychology
External goalSurvive the water, reach safety and remain connected to the person who made him believe he could move.
Internal needLearn that fear can be obeyed in small steps without disappearing completely.
FearWater, abandonment and adults turning names or promises into things a child cannot understand.
Defining flaw or pressureDependence on Olivia can make separation feel like a second rescue failure.
Arc by story stage
Slave-boat rescueHolds the rope and moves when Olivia gives him exact instructions.
Early StelixSleeps against Olivia and helps the kingdom see her compassion before her politics.
SeparationLives apart from Olivia as her training and judgement deepen.
LetterWrites after her return, preserving a personal connection beyond the main conflict.
