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Book cover of Alanna: A Graphic Novel Adaptation
Alanna: A Graphic Novel AdaptationTamora Pierce

Characters in Alanna: A Graphic Novel Adaptation

8 characters, main characters first.

Main characters

  • Alanna of Trebond

    A nobleman's daughter who trades places with her twin to train as a page under the name "Alan," hiding her sex through years of knight's training.

Antagonists

  • Ralon of Malven

    An older, bullying page who torments Alanna during her first year at the palace until she defeats him in combat.

  • Duke Roger of Conté

    Prince Jonathan's cousin, a powerful and charming sorcerer whom Alanna distrusts from their first meeting at the palace.

Supporting characters

  • Thom of Trebond

    Alanna's twin brother, who trades places with her to study sorcery at the convent instead of training as a knight.

  • King Jonathan of Conté

    The crown prince, three years older than Alanna, who becomes her closest friend and training companion among the pages.

  • George Cooper

    The King of Thieves in the capital's lower city, who befriends Alanna and teaches her street fighting and survival skills.

  • Sir Myles of Olau

    A rumpled, absent-minded knight who teaches history to the pages and becomes Alanna's mentor and confidant.

  • Coram Smythesson

    The Trebond family's loyal manservant and former soldier, who trains Alanna in combat before her palace years and continues to watch over her there.