The enigmatic leader of Rhodes Island, an ancient Ancestor with amnesia who commands Operators through superior strategy despite lacking combat ability. Key figure in Originium's creation and Terra's defense against cosmic threats.

Doctor

Raised her as parental figure; she idolizes Doctor unconditionally.

Amiya

Ancient partner; resents Doctor for Theresa but aids recovery.

Kal'tsit

Erased Doctor's memories as revenge/gift; deep bond.

Theresa

Co-created Originium; shared prehistoric burdens.

Priestess

Blames Doctor for Theresa's death; ideological foe.

Theresis

Ancient threats Doctor fights to defend Terra from.

Overseers

The compassionate Cautus-Chimera leader of Rhodes Island, infected yet resolute. Amiya channels powerful Arts through her core, growing from naive protégé to fierce guardian of the infected.

Blaze

Talulah

One of the founders of Rhodes Island and its chief medical officer. She is thousands of years old, possessing immense knowledge of Terra's history. In battle, she commands Mon3tr, a powerful biological construct that deals devastating true damage.

Respects ability but mistrusts past actions.

Projekt Red

The former head of the Lungmen Guard Department's Special Inspection Unit. A disciplined and morally upright leader, she struggles with her city's harsh treatment of the infected and her complicated family history with Talulah.

Ch'en

Hoshiguma

Swire

Wei Yenwu

The CEO of Karlan Trade and warlord of the snowy nation of Kjerag. A pragmatic and ruthless visionary, he is one of the Doctor's most powerful but dangerous allies. His 'True Silver Slash' is legendary among players.

SilverAsh

Gnosis

Pramanix

Rhodes Island operator; bridge between them.

Cliffheart

A gifted swordsman and alchemist from Iberia. His casual demeanor hides a lethal combat style called 'Destreza,' which allows him to attack from range and deal poisonous arts damage, making him a cornerstone of many strategies.

Thorns

Elysium

Weedy

Andreana

A mysterious Sarkaz woman with fragmented memories, wielding a massive fiery greatsword. Her 'Twilight' skill allows her to become temporarily immortal and deal catastrophic damage, often deleting bosses single-handedly.

Surtr

Meteorite

Energetic Sankta sniper from Laterano, Penguin Logistics' explosive delivery expert. Loves apples and guns; provides rapid-fire DPS while buffing allies.

Exusiai

Texas

Mostima

Lemuen

Croissant

Laterano Inquisitors

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