Matthew Tedtrich is a supporting character in the military fantasy world of the Katvarna Empire. He is a seventeen-year-old male with short brown hair, brown eyes, and a plump build; his cheeks are marked by freckles or pimples. He enters the story as one of the candidates taking the High Grade Military Officer Exam, a rigorous test that determines the future commanders of the imperial army.

Tedtrich is driven by a strong ambition to succeed in his military career. He is earnest and hardworking, but he lacks the extraordinary natural talent possessed by prodigies such as Ikta Solork, Yatorishino Igsem, and Torway Remeon. His determination is repeatedly tested as he finds himself outmatched by these exceptional peers, which highlights a persistent gap between his aspirations and his abilities. This struggle gives him a grounded, relatable quality among the more extraordinary main cast.

His role in the story is primarily that of a side character and fellow examinee. He interacts with the main group during the officer exam and later serves as a warrant officer in the imperial army. His relationships are shaped by the competitive environment of the military academy and the war with the Republic of Kioka, though he remains on the periphery of the central conflict and the overarching plot.

Notable abilities include standard military training and the rank of warrant officer, but no special combat or tactical genius sets him apart. His development is subtle, as he learns to contend with his limitations and adapt to the harsh realities of warfare. While his story does not feature a major transformation, his presence underscores themes of effort versus innate brilliance in a world where strategy and talent often decide the outcome of battles.