Brannoc Ironvow - A dwarf soldier of Fort Harrow carrying dispatches up the Lantern Road. Few words, a heavy shield, and a habit of standing in front of other people.
Ilsevel Starwick - An elf scholar of the Order of Lamplighters, sent to inspect the failing lanterns between thirty and forty-five. She writes everything down.
Tamsin Underbough - A halfling with quick hands and quicker jokes, met playing cards in Brindle Cross under the name Tam Mossfoot. Has a nickname for everyone.
Oriel Ashdown - The young acolyte of the Shrine of the Open Hand in Brindle Cross, raised by Father Tobin Ashdown. Asks everyone their real name, and remembers it.