Azest Jedgar F. Roguepalace, publicly known as Azest Kingscrown, is the firstborn heir to Emperor Gilltian and the Hebrion throne. Concealing her royal lineage under the Kingscrown alias, she attends Hebrion Academy undetected by peers and faculty. Tall and regal, her striking golden eyes and long blonde braids underscore a commanding presence. Years of unchallenged dominance as a magic swordsman in the Shadow World forged her initial detachment, her interactions laced with cold indifference. This changed after Desir Arman defeated her in the academy entrance exam—a first loss that unraveled her boredom and sparked curiosity. Desir’s unwavering refusal to treat her differently, even after learning her true identity, gradually softened her aloofness, drawing her into deeper engagement with others. In an alternate timeline, Azest emerged among six survivors who vanquished Brohmier Napolitan in the Shadow Labyrinth. As the core offensive force, her solitary ferocity earned renown, yet she distanced herself post-battle, avoiding discussions before the timeline collapsed under Napolitan’s residual mana. This experience sharpened her resolve in the present, where she navigates royal obligations alongside academic life. Her combat style seamlessly blends ice-elemental magic with swordsmanship, allowing rapid, adaptive high-tier spells. A clash with Desir in the Frevius Clock Tower pushed her to infuse her blade with mana mid-fight, unlocking a technique a decade ahead of schedule—proof of her capacity to evolve under duress. Strategic precision and analytical rigor cement her reputation as both a fearsome opponent and ally. Azest’s journey balances secrecy with connection. Fearing altered dynamics, she concealed her royal identity from Desir and peers, a tension clashing with her growing camaraderie. Desir’s consistent regard for her as an equal post-revelation deepened these bonds, shaping her evolving worldview—a dance between duty, self-discovery, and the unexpected influence of allies once kept at arm’s length.