{"id":481,"date":"2025-06-16T19:01:41","date_gmt":"2025-06-17T02:01:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/robertalanwright.com\/?page_id=481"},"modified":"2025-10-05T13:46:32","modified_gmt":"2025-10-05T20:46:32","slug":"knightmare-characters","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/robertalanwright.com\/?page_id=481","title":{"rendered":"Knightmare Characters"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Spoiler Warning<\/span>:<\/strong> These portraits and bios may reflect key moments in a character\u2019s arc. While we\u2019ve avoided major reveals, if you’re currently reading the novel and prefer to experience every twist firsthand, you might want to revisit this page after finishing the book. Character reveals have been done chapter by chapter for those that would like to see what the characters “look like”, without looking too far ahead.<\/span><\/h4>\n

The portraits and bios presented here are intended as artistic representations of the characters from Knightmare<\/em>. Each image was crafted to reflect the look, personality, tone, and story arc of the character it portrays in the novel. While some visual details may vary due to the creative process, these portraits serve as visual anchors to bring life to the people who inhabit the world of Knightmare<\/em>.<\/span><\/h4>\n

A Living History:<\/strong> Many of these characters were born at the gaming table, forged through Dungeons & Dragons and other RPG campaigns dating back over 40 years. What started as roleplaying characters and sketches from the 1980s evolved over time, taking on new shape as their world expanded and deepened. Originally envisioned as a visual novel project, Knightmare<\/em> quickly outgrew its shell and transformed into a full-fledged novel as the story refused to stay small. Thank you for taking the time to stop by the site and for taking interest in the Knightmare world.<\/span><\/h4>\n

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Stellan Lillegard<\/p>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n \n

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Thalia Wren<\/p>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n \n

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Mara Wren<\/p>\n <\/a>


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Stellan Lillegard<\/h2>\n

Role:<\/strong> Farmhand<\/p>\n

First Appearance:<\/strong> Chapter 1<\/p>\n

Scarred, quiet, and driven by a past wrapped in smoke and ash. Stellan is the protagonist of Knightmare<\/em>, burdened by the loss of his family in a brutal childhood fire. His loyalty to Thalia and sense of justice are slowly dragging him toward a greater purpose.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Thalia Wren<\/h2>\n

Role:<\/strong> Ranger Companion<\/p>\n

First Appearance:<\/strong> Chapter 1<\/p>\n

Sharp-eyed and dry-witted, Thalia is Stellan\u2019s childhood friend and trusted companion. She\u2019s a capable tracker, archer and sword wielder, trained by her mother Mara, and fiercely protective of those she loves. She has been working on sword skills with Stellan for the last few years. The streaks of gray in her hair hint at a legacy deeper than she ever knew.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Corren Wren<\/h2>\n

Role:<\/strong> Hard-Nosed Farmer<\/p>\n

First Appearance:<\/strong> Chapter 1<\/p>\n

Gruff, stubborn, and slow to praise, Corren is Thalia\u2019s father and Stellan\u2019s unofficial guardian. He believes in hard work and harder discipline. Stellan was a resposibility he took but never really accepted. Driven by the weight of keeping his family fed and safe, he is the caretaker for the Wren family and takes that job very seriously.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Mara Wren<\/h2>\n

Role:<\/strong> Reserved Matron<\/p>\n

First Appearance:<\/strong> Chapter 1<\/p>\n

Elegant and reserved, Mara is Thalia\u2019s mother and a retired tracker and healer. She sees more than she says, and her calm wisdom carries quiet authority. The Lillegard family worked on the Wren farm, and Mara took care of Stellan after a promise made to his mother, before the tragic cabin fire on the Wren property. She is an accomplished leather worker and seamstess. While content to tend the farm and her family now, there are whispers she\u2019s more than just a farmer\u2019s wife.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n