FitzChivalry Farseer

Patience, Chivalry's wife, initially struggles with Fitz's existence but later accepts him, advocating for his education and treating him with maternal affection.

Fitz is the illegitimate son of Prince Chivalry, a fact that defines his status and struggles throughout the series.

Verity is initially a distant but kind uncle who later relies on Fitz for Skill-strength and counsel, recognizing his loyalty and potential, and eventually naming him FitzChivalry Farseer.

Nettle is the daughter of Fitz and Molly, whose existence is kept secret to protect her.

Burrich is Fitz's primary caretaker and stern mentor, teaching him stablecraft and trying to suppress his Wit. Their relationship is complex, marked by both deep care and conflict, especially regarding Fitz's Wit-bond with animals.

Chade trains Fitz in the secret arts of assassination and court intrigue, becoming a crucial, albeit morally ambiguous, mentor figure who demands loyalty to the King.

King Shrewd acknowledges Fitz as Chivalry's bastard and takes him into his service, demanding absolute loyalty and using him as a tool for the kingdom's defense.

A wolf with whom Fitz shares a deep, telepathic Wit-bond, acting as his soul-brother and constant companion.

Smithy is a puppy given to Fitz by Lady Patience, with whom Fitz forms a deep Wit-bond, providing him with emotional support and companionship until Smithy's death.

A minstrel who becomes a close ally to Fitz, often helping him with information and support.

The Fool becomes a cryptic friend and confidant to Fitz, offering unconventional advice and comfort, often through riddles, and revealing hidden truths about the court.

Hands is a friendly stable boy who accompanies Fitz on the journey to Jhaampe, sharing gossip and companionship, and later replaces Fitz in the stables.

Jonqui, Kettricken's aunt, shows kindness and forgiveness to Fitz after Rurisk's death, caring for him during his recovery and offering wise counsel.

Molly is Fitz's closest friend in Buckkeep Town, sharing adventures and a developing, unspoken romantic tension, though their paths diverge as Fitz is drawn into court life.

Rurisk shows kindness and respect to Fitz, acknowledging Chivalry's positive influence. Fitz is forced to participate in his poisoning as part of Regal's plot.

Verity acts as a mentor to Fitz, training him in the Skill and relying on him for secret missions.

Regal views Fitz as a threat to his claim to the throne and actively seeks to destroy him.

Cob is initially jealous of Fitz and later becomes Regal's loyal groom, actively participating in Regal's plot against Fitz and Burrich, ultimately leading to his death by Fitz's hand.

Galen, driven by hatred and loyalty to Regal's mother, abuses Fitz during Skill training, attempting to break him and prevent his success, ultimately leading to a confrontation.

Regal despises Fitz, viewing him as a threat to his succession and a constant reminder of Chivalry's 'failure.' He actively plots Fitz's downfall and death.