• Will (William G. Maryblood): The main protagonist. He is a kind, powerful, and deeply religious warrior-mage who wields a holy spear and uses his second chance at life to save others. • Blood: A hearty, boisterous skeletal warrior who acts as Will's adoptive father and trains him ruthlessly in physical combat and hunting. • Mary: A gentle, mummified priestess who serves as Will's foster mother. She teaches him about the gods, morals, and survival skills. • Gus (Augustus): A grumpy, spectral ghost wizard who teaches Will ancient history, philosophy, and the mechanics of words-of-creation magic. • Meneldor (Menel): A cynical but loyal half-elf archer and agile scout who becomes Will’s best friend and dependable companion on his journeys. • Gracefeel: The benevolent Goddess of Light and Lanterns. She guides departed souls to the afterlife and becomes the deity to whom Will swears his sacred oath.