Alfred Montbank

Alfred is a Sartan, a powerful, demi-god, whose people are responsible for sundering the world many ages ago. He is a bumbling, clumsy, man who faints when frightened or very confused. When working magic, he dances and sings and is then very graceful. Alfred is working as a chamberlain for the human prince, Bane. Alfred sees good in Bane and tries to help bring the boy onto a path of goodness. He follows the prince when the assassin, Hugh, takes the boy for King Stephen. Alfred sees the good in almost everyone. He will not take a life, even when threatened. He has the power to bring back the dead and does so for both Bane and Hugh. Alfred discovers all of his race has died when he finds the mausoleum below the Gegs' meeting home. Alfred feels lost and alone and regrets his race's actions in...