The Hierarchy · Character
Emissa Corenius
- Major
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 8
A young woman with smooth light olive skin, bright green eyes that sparkle with amusement or focus, and long straight brown hair often bound tightly back or cascading forward. She has a pretty face marked by dimples when smiling and carries herself with natural grace whether in fine clothes or simple tunics.
- Gender
- female
- Age
- teenager
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 8
- Books
- 1
Emissa Corenius first appears in The Will of the Many as a poised and quick-witted young woman whose natural grace and striking green eyes immediately draw the attention of her classmates at the Academy. Over the course of the series, her role expands from a supportive friend and romantic interest to a pivotal figure whose choices and loyalties become entangled with the larger political machinations of the Hierarchy. Her evolution is marked by a deepening complexity as she navigates the tension between personal affection and the demands of her station, ultimately emerging as a character whose decisions carry significant weight in the unfolding narrative.
Description
A young woman with smooth light olive skin, bright green eyes that sparkle with amusement or focus, and long straight brown hair often bound tightly back or cascading forward. She has a pretty face marked by dimples when smiling and carries herself with natural grace whether in fine clothes or simple tunics.
Connections
Family & partnersFriends & mentorsRivals
Visromantic interest
Emissa and Vis's relationship evolves from initial attraction to a committed romantic partnership, tested by the challenges of the Academy and the political intrigue surrounding Suus.
- BV
Belli Volenisfriend
Emissa and Belli begin as classmates in Class Three, their friendship providing a foundation of mutual support and camaraderie that persists throughout the series.
- IQ
Indol Quiscilfriend
Emissa and Indol share a close friendship as classmates in Class Three, their bond characterized by shared experiences and mutual respect that deepens over time.
Story so far
BOOK 1The Will of the Many
- Introduced as a student in Class Three at the Academy, noted for her striking appearance and natural grace.
- Forms friendships with Belli Volenis and Indol Quiscil, establishing herself as a central figure among her peers.
- Develops a romantic relationship with Vis, which begins during their time at the Academy and continues on Suus.
- Demonstrates her intelligence and focus in academic and social settings, often marked by her dimpled smile and engaging demeanor.
Key events
- Book 1
Ch. 52Vis Returns to SuusVis returns to his conquered homeland of Suus with his Academy classmates, confronting the desecration of his childhood home and reuniting with Fadrique, his father's former advisor. - Book 1
Ch. 55Emissa and Vis's RomanceDuring their time on Suus, Emissa and Vis develop a romantic relationship after Vis saves her from drowning in a riptide, culminating in their first kiss in a hidden cave. - Book 1
Ch. 55Vis's First Kiss with EmissaAfter Vis saves Emissa from a deadly riptide at the lagoon on Suus, they share their first kiss at dawn in a hidden cave, acknowledging their growing romantic feelings. - Book 1
Ch. 72Emissa's BetrayalDuring the climax of the Iudicium, Emissa reveals her true allegiance by killing a Sextus Anguis soldier, then stabbing Vis and pushing him off the eastern tower when he refuses to surrender the Heart of Jovan.
Gallery
Book 1: The Will of the Many
Appearances
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