The Sword of the LictorGene WolfeThe Book of the New Sun, book 3

Characters in The Sword of the Lictor

2 characters, main characters first.

Main characters

Severian
Now serving as lictor in Thrax, his third act of mercy makes him a fugitive and drives the final leg of his northward journey.
Also in The Shadow of the Torturer, The claw of the conciliator, The Citadel of the Autarch, The Urth of the new sun, The Complete Book of the New Sun

Supporting characters

Dorcas
Parts from Severian in this volume, unable to reconcile herself with witnessing his work as executioner.
Also in The Shadow of the Torturer