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CHARACTERS.

Main Characters for my book. 

1. Ares – Greek God of War

Fiery, impulsive, passionate, ruled by instinct and pride

Torn between past love (Aphrodite) and unexpected new feelings

Slowly learns to open his heart without armor

2. Kamaria – Sweet African Demi-Goddess

Innocent, kind, mysterious, with healing water magic

Raised in a small peaceful village, unaware of her full power

Gentle but quietly brave; her light calms Ares' chaos

Other Major Characters

3. Aphrodite – Goddess of Love and Beauty

Stunning, charming, manipulative

Sees Kamaria as a threat but pretends not to care

Still emotionally entangled with Ares

4. Ogunyemi – The Silent Flame

Appears during moments of internal conflict or change

Silent and intense, drawn to Kamaria innocence and strength

Struggles with his dual identity, torn between his divine heritage and human emotions

Loyal and protective, but keeps his distance, fearing the vulnerability love might bring

5. Zeus – King of the Greek Gods (Father of Ares)

Watches Ares closely, wary of his softening

Secretly respects Kamaria's quiet power

6. Yemoja – African River Goddess (Kamaria's Mother)

Protective, nurturing, wise

Tries to warn Kamaria of falling for a god like Ares

Keeper of deep ancient secrets

7. Kunle – Kamaria's Mortal Father

A sage with spiritual insight

Raised Kamaria to value compassion over strength

Adores his daughter but fears the gods will use her, controls her because of his fears 

8. Hermes – Messenger of the Gods

Quick-witted, sly, loves stirring the pot

Thinks Ares is acting "too soft"

Finds Kamaria fascinating but confusing

9. Eris – Goddess of Discord, Ares' Sister

Wants Ares to stay ruthless

Tries to destroy Kamaria emotionally

Hates the peace Kamaria brings to him

10. Hera – Goddess of Marriage and Family (Ares' Mother) 

Regal, powerful, and fiercely protective of her family

Feels Ares is drifting away from her due to his growing feelings for Kamaria

Hates Kamaria, seeing her as a threat to her control over Ares and her status as the queen of the gods

Jealous of Aphrodite's hold on Ares and despises the divine beings who aren't of Greek origin

Constantly schemes to find a bride for Ares in an attempt to keep him away from Nyoka and maintain her influence

11. Philia – Goddess of Desire and Devotion (Ares Arranged bride) 

Submissive, eager to please, and devoted to Hera

Strives to win Ares' favor, viewing Kamaria as a threat

Respects Aphrodite's beauty but sees her as a rival

Fears rejection, willing to do anything to secure her place by Ares' side.

Supporting Characters

12. Amari – Kamaria's Best Friend (Mortal)

Funny, curious, protective

Doesn't trust gods at all

Secretly suspects Kamaria is more than human

13. Thanatos – Greek God of Death

Appears during a key scene involving war or illness

Silent and eerie, intrigued by Kamaria's purity

Warns Ares of consequences

14. Yemi – Mortal, Ogunyemi's Mother

Deceased, yet her presence is felt in Ogunyemi's life

Gentle, nurturing, but strong in her own right

Had a deep connection to Ogun but their paths diverged over time

Her spirit lingers, offering guidance and protection, especially to Ogunyemi

15. Hecate – Goddess of Magic & Crossroads

Appears during pivotal moments of choice or fate

Mysterious and wise, often found at the crossroads of destiny

Guides Kamaria in understanding the deeper layers of her powers

16. Ogun – God of Iron and Warfare (Ogunyemi's Father)

Appears during moments of conflict or when Ogunyemi faces tough decisions

Fierce and commanding, embodying iron and fire

Teaches Ogunyemi strength, discipline, and the cost of war

17. Eshu – Trickster God & Messenger

Mischievous, playful, challenging

Manipulates the paths of both Ares and Kamaria, delighting in the chaos he creates

Plays with Kamaria's fate, toying with her decisions and pushing her toward unexpected encounters

18. Oshun – Goddess of Beauty, Love, and Rivers

Radiant, compassionate, nurturing

Represents love, beauty, and the healing power of water

Has a special connection to Kamaria, seeing her as a reflection of her own beauty and potential, offering guidance and protection when Kamaria needs it most

Physical Description of the Characters. 

Main Characters

1. Ares – Greek God of War

Tall, broad-shouldered, and muscular with sun-kissed bronze skin.

Sharp jawline, intense crimson eyes, and short, tousled dark hair.

Usually dressed in leather armor or deep red robes that hint at power and danger.

2. Kamaria – Sweet African Demi-Goddess

Short, Brown skin that glows under sunlight, like smooth polished earth.

Large, soulful dark eyes with a soft golden ring around the iris.

Long coily hair often braided or wrapped, flowing like water when loose.

Wears simple fabrics in soft blues and whites, sometimes barefoot.

Other Major Characters

3. Aphrodite – Goddess of Love and Beauty

Radiantly beautiful with flawless fair skin and honey-blonde waves that fall to her waist.

Eyes the color of spring flowers—an intoxicating blend of green and violet.

Always in flowing, sheer dresses in soft pinks, whites, and gold.

4. Ogunyemi– The Silent Flame

Lean and strong, with dark bronze skin like forged iron.

Piercing amber eyes that seem to glow in the dark.

Short dreadlocks or tightly cropped curls, usually quiet in posture.

Wears a sleeveless tunic with metallic threads, showing burn-like markings on his arms.

5. Zeus – King of the Greek Gods (Ares' Father)

Imposing presence, tall with a thick beard and storm-grey eyes that flash when angry.

White hair laced with gold strands, always pulled back in a regal style.

Wears royal robes with lightning-shaped embroidery and a golden laurel crown.

6. Yemoja – African River Goddess (Nyoka's Mother)

Ethereal, with deep brown skin that shimmers like moonlight on water.

Eyes like rivers—calm yet endlessly deep, often silver or sea-blue.

Wears flowing robes made of water-like silk, adorned with shells and beads.

7. Kunle – Kamaria's Mortal Father

Dark-skinned and tall with kind, weathered features.

Salt-and-pepper beard, deep-set eyes full of wisdom.

Usually seen in simple white or earth-toned robes, with beads around his neck.

8. Hermes – Messenger of the Gods

Slender and youthful with mischievous grey eyes.

Curly auburn hair always looks windblown.

Wears short tunics with winged sandals and a sly grin.

9. Eris – Goddess of Discord (Ares' Sister)

Slim with sharp, angular features and pale skin.

Black hair that falls like ink and eyes that shift from violet to black.

Wears sleek, dark garments that ripple like shadows, sometimes with red accents.

10. Hera – Goddess of Marriage and Family (Ares' Mother)

Fair, porcelain skin with a subtle radiant glow.

Sharp green eyes that seem to see through the soul.

Auburn hair, long and wavy, often styled with intricate braids.

Wears regal robes of gold and white, adorned with peacock feathers and jewels, often seen with a crown of gold upon her head.

11. Philia – Goddess of Desire and Devotion (Ares Arranged Bride)

Porcelain-like fair skin, delicate and refined.

Deep violet eyes, cold yet hypnotic, with an alluring quality.

Long, wavy chestnut hair styled in intricate braids or updos.

Wears flowing silks in white, pale lavender, and silver, exuding purity and grace.

Adorns subtle, elegant jewelry, including a simple tiara or necklace with a divine touch.

Supporting Characters

12. Amari – Nyoka's Best Friend (Mortal)

Dark brown skin with warm undertones, always smiling or smirking.

Short-cropped curly hair, sometimes wears a headwrap or beads.

Expressive dark eyes full of curiosity.

Casual clothing—tunics in earthy colors with rolled sleeves, ready for mischief.

13. Thanatos – Greek God of Death

Tall and eerily graceful, almost ghost-like.

Pale grey skin with jet-black hair that flows like smoke.

Eyes are bottomless black with faint silver rings, like eclipse shadows.

Wears flowing dark robes that seem to absorb light, with a feathered cloak.

14. Yemi – mortal, Ogunyemi's Mother

Soft, dark skin with a gentle glow, like firelight under the surface.

Wavy black hair, always tied back with cloth or adorned with tiny charms.

Warm brown eyes with specks of gold.

Usually seen in flowing dresses in warm earth tones with embroidery around the collar.

15. Hecate – Goddess of Magic & Crossroads

Mysterious and ageless, with pale moonlit skin.

Silver-white hair that flows like smoke or fog, often braided with herbs or bones.

Piercing ice-blue eyes that glow when she casts magic.

Wears dark cloaks covered in symbols, with a staff or lantern in hand.

16. Ogun – God of Iron and Warfare (Ogunyemi's Father)

Towering, broad, and battle-scarred with rich dark skin like tempered iron.

Eyes burn red-orange like molten fire.

Bald or shaved head, sometimes wears a metal circlet.

Clothed in black and bronze armor, with chains or weapons always nearby.

17. Eshu – Trickster God & Messenger

Lean and wiry, always in motion.

Smooth brown skin and sharp, mischievous eyes that change color—sometimes red, gold, or violet.

Long dreadlocks or braided hair adorned with bells or beads.

Wears colorful, mismatched clothing, with a sly grin and a walking stick that's more than it seems.

18. Oshun

– Goddess of Beauty, Love, and Rivers

Golden-brown skin that glows like honey in sunlight.

Eyes of shimmering gold or warm amber.

Curly hair decorated with gold threads, flowers, or flowing veils.

Wears yellow, gold, or white flowing garments, often barefoot near water.

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