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The protagonist of the story, called so fondly by her late father because of her red hair. Her personality differs based on the player's choices.

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Cinders' older step sister. She is stubborn, and desperately tries to imitate and please Carmosa to the extent of losing herself in the process. She has a tense relationship with Sophia due to the latter's apathy, sharp tongue, and general attitude, but in her own way is as much a slave to Carmosa... read more

Cinders' older step sister. She is stubborn, and desperately tries to imitate and please Carmosa to the extent of losing herself in the process. She has a tense relationship with Sophia due to the latter's apathy, sharp tongue, and general attitude, but in her own way is as much a slave to Carmosa's will and temper as her sister and Cinders, despite being the favoured daughter. She is more reasonable and fair than her mother if given a chance to show her true colors though. As with Sophia, whether or not she can be befriended, and/or reconciled with her sister depends on the player's actions.

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Cinders' stepmother. Lady Carmosa is very capable, clever, resourceful, and utterly ruthless. Ruling over her household and family with an iron fist, not even her own daughters are spared her harsh and often cruel judgements and words. She is not completely evil, however, and it is revealed that ben... read more

Cinders' stepmother. Lady Carmosa is very capable, clever, resourceful, and utterly ruthless. Ruling over her household and family with an iron fist, not even her own daughters are spared her harsh and often cruel judgements and words. She is not completely evil, however, and it is revealed that beneath her domineering and cold demeanor she struggles hard to keep the house in its splendor and her family under control. Cinders' relationship with her depends on the player's choices.

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The captain of the royal guard and defender of the village. Perrault is known for his profound loyalty and sense of duty. Perrault can become Cinders' friend or love interest depending on her choices and actions.

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The prince and future king of the country, he throws a masquerade ball to honor his late father's wish to marry before his coronation. He wants to find an intelligent and strong woman capable of ruling as queen and helping him realize his reforms. Basile may be Cinders' potential love interest and... read more

The prince and future king of the country, he throws a masquerade ball to honor his late father's wish to marry before his coronation. He wants to find an intelligent and strong woman capable of ruling as queen and helping him realize his reforms. Basile may be Cinders' potential love interest and/or husband depending on the player's choices.

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Cinders' younger stepsister. She is smart but very cynical and bitter and years of degradation by her sister and mother have led to her tendency to push everyone away. She and Gloria clash frequently, but, unlike Gloria, she is often at odds with her mother as well. Whether Cinders tries to befrie... read more

Cinders' younger stepsister. She is smart but very cynical and bitter and years of degradation by her sister and mother have led to her tendency to push everyone away. She and Gloria clash frequently, but, unlike Gloria, she is often at odds with her mother as well. Whether Cinders tries to befriend and/or reconcile her with her sister or their relationship changes for the worse is up to the player.

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A childhood friend of Cinders' and a successful merchant. Depending on player's choices he is a potential love interest for Cinders.

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The local medicine woman and a friend of Cinders' late mother. The townsfolk think of her as a witch and generally mistrust her, but are all too willing to run to her when they need help, a fact she resents greatly and which hurts her more than she cares to let on. Cinders' relationship with her de... read more

The local medicine woman and a friend of Cinders' late mother. The townsfolk think of her as a witch and generally mistrust her, but are all too willing to run to her when they need help, a fact she resents greatly and which hurts her more than she cares to let on. Cinders' relationship with her depends on the player's choices.

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A local shifty-looking lowlife with a loose lip and a penchant for drinking.

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An ethereal being of questionable motives who inhabits the lake. She has a history with Cinders' mother and offers to help Cinders for a price.

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