Physical traits:

• Age: 17 years old

• Hair: Dark brown

• Eyes: Brown

• Skin: Olive

Character traits:

1. Intelligent: Citra is highly intelligent and excels academically. Her sharp mind makes her a quick learner and a strategic thinker.

2. Determined: She is determined and competitive, always striving to succeed, especially in her scythe training.

3. Compassionate: Despite the harsh realities of becoming a scythe, Citra shows compassion and empathy, which guide her actions and decisions.

4. Brave: Citra is courageous, often standing up for what she believes is right, even in the face of danger.

5. Loyal: She is loyal to her family and friends, and her sense of duty drives her to protect those she cares about

Character development: Major character development.

Initial Reluctance and Anger:

• Reluctant to become a scythe.

  
  

Training and Growth:

• Begins to understand the complexities and moral responsibilities of being a scythe.

• She learns the importance of compassion and respect in the act of gleaning.

  
  

Facing Challenges:

• Citra faces numerous challenges, including being accused of murder. She grows more strategic and thoughtful in her actions.

  
  

Developing Compassion:

• Citra's understanding of the need for empathy and humanity grows when she trains with Scythe Curie.

• She learns to balance her competitive nature with a strong sense of justice and compassion.

  
  

Becoming a Scythe:

• By the end of the novel, Citra has evolved into a principled and skilled scythe. She chooses the name Anastasia Romanov as her Patron Historic, symbolizing her commitment to bringing change and honor to the Scythedom.

• Hair: Brown

• Eyes: Green

• Skin: White

• Build: Athletic

Character traits:

1. Compassionate: Rowan shows compassion early in the novel, such as when he holds his classmate's hand during a gleaning.

2. Intelligent: He is quick-witted and strategic, often thinking ahead in difficult situations.

3. Resilient: Rowan demonstrates resilience, especially when faced with the harsh realities of scythe training.

4. Ethical: He struggles with the morality of gleaning and strives to maintain his humanity despite the pressures of his role.

5. Loyal: Rowan is loyal to his friends and mentors, often putting their well-being above his own.

   
   

Character development: Major character development.

Initial Compassion and Insecurity:

• At first Rowan, says that he is a "lettuce kid," feeling overlooked and insignificant in his large family.

• He shows compassion, such as when he comforts a classmate being gleaned.

  
  

Struggle with Morality:

• He is initially committed to Faraday's principles of humane gleaning.

  
  

Corruption and Conflict:

• Rowan's character is tested when he is taken under the wing of Scythe Goddard, who embodies a brutal and flamboyant approach to gleaning.

• Rowan struggles with the violent methods and begins to lose his sense of self.

  
  

Resistance and Rebellion:

• Despite Goddard's influence, Rowan's inherent compassion leads him to resist fully embracing Goddard's ideology.

• He secretly helps people escape during mass gleanings and ultimately takes a stand against Goddard.

  
  

Transformation and Vigilantism (taking justice in his hands):

• By the end of the novel, Rowan has transformed significantly.

• After killing Goddard and his followers, he becomes Scythe Lucifer, a vigilante targeting corrupt scythes to restore honor to the Scythedom.

  
  

Rowan's journey from a compassionate but insecure teenager to a determined and morally complex vigilante highlights his significant character development throughout the novel.

• Age: Older, though his exact age isn't specified

• Hair: White

• Eyes: Grey

• Skin: Pale

• Style: Often seen in traditional scythe robes, which are simple and unadorned, reflecting his humble nature

Character traits:

1. Fair: Scythe Faraday is known for his fairness and impartiality. He believes in gleaning with compassion and respect, choosing his victims based on statistics from the Age of Mortality.

2. Compassionate: He ensures that his apprentices, Citra and Rowan, develop a strong moral compass and understand the gravity of their role as scythes.

3. Logical: Faraday approaches his duties with a logical and methodical mindset, always striving to honor the lives he takes.

4. Mentor: He is a dedicated mentor to Citra and Rowan, teaching them not only the skills of "killcraft" but also the importance of humanity and ethics in their role.

5. Loyal: Faraday is deeply loyal to the principles of the Scythedom and to his apprentices, even going to great lengths to protect them.

   
   

Character development: None

Scythe Faraday, whose real name is Gerald Van Der Gans, is an older, highly respected scythe known for his fairness, logic, and compassion.

. Here are key aspects of his character:

1. Principled Mentor:

   • Faraday starts as a principled mentor to Citra and Rowan.

   • He believes in gleaning with compassion and respect, choosing his victims based on statistical probabilities from the Age of Mortality.

     
     

   • He drills into his apprentices the importance of maintaining their humanity and moral compass, emphasizing that they should never enjoy the act of killing.

     
     

2. Self-Sacrifice:

   • When the Scythedom decides that whichever of his apprentices doesn't become a scythe must glean the other, Faraday fakes his own death to free them from this burden.

     
     

   • This act of self-sacrifice demonstrates his deep care for Citra and Rowan and his commitment to their well-being.

     
     

   Faraday's character remains consistent in his principles and compassion, serving as a moral anchor for the protagonists throughout the novel.

1. Ideological Opposites:

   • Summary: Scythe Faraday and Scythe Goddard represent two opposing philosophies within the Scythedom. Faraday believes in gleaning with compassion and respect, adhering strictly to the Scythedom's principles of humility and service. In contrast, Goddard is flamboyant and ruthless, enjoying the act of killing and seeking to make gleaning a spectacle.

     
     

2. Conflict and Disdain:

   • Summary: Faraday and Goddard have a mutual disdain for each other. Faraday sees Goddard's methods as a perversion of the Scythedom's purpose, while Goddard views Faraday's adherence to the old ways as weak and outdated.

     
     

   • Dynamic: This conflict is evident in their interactions and the way they influence their apprentices. Goddard's attempt to corrupt Rowan is partly motivated by his desire to undermine Faraday's legacy.

     
     

3. Moral and Ethical Clash:

   • Summary: Faraday's ethical approach to gleaning, which includes choosing victims based on statistical probabilities from the Age of Mortality, contrasts sharply with Goddard's indiscriminate and mass gleanings.

     
     

   • Dynamic: This clash highlights the broader struggle within the Scythedom between those who seek to maintain its noble ideals and those who exploit its power for personal gain.

     
     

These elements underscore the fundamental differences between Faraday and Goddard, making their relationship one of the central conflicts in the novel.

Their relationship starts with a mix of rivalry and mutual respect, and as they train together, they begin to understand and care for each other, even though they know that only one of them can ultimately become a scythe.

Key moments in the relationship:

1. Meeting and Initial Rivalry: Citra and Rowan first meet when they are both chosen as apprentices by Scythe Faraday. Initially, they see each other as rivals, each determined to win the apprenticeship.

   
   

2. Developing Mutual Respect: As they train together, they begin to respect each other's strengths and abilities. This mutual respect starts to soften their initial rivalry.

3. Shared Experiences: They go through intense training and face various challenges together, which helps them bond. Their shared experiences create a deeper understanding and connection between them.

   
   

4. Growing Feelings: Despite the competitive nature of their situation, Citra and Rowan develop feelings for each other. This complicates their relationship as they struggle with their emotions while knowing that only one of them can become a scythe.

   
   

5. Sacrifices and Support: Both characters make sacrifices for each other. For example, Citra intentionally loses a test to prevent Rowan from being eliminated

   Their willingness to support each other, even at personal cost, highlights the depth of their relationship.

   
   

6. Citra's Plan: At the end of the book, Citra devises a plan to save Rowan from being gleaned. She uses her newly acquired scythe ring to grant him immunity and orchestrates his escape, showing her commitment to protecting him.

   
   

These moments illustrate the evolution of their relationship from rivals to allies with a deep emotional connection.

Citra and Scythe Curie have a mentor-apprentice relationship that evolves significantly over the course of the novel.

However, as they spend more time together, Citra begins to see the depth of Curie's compassion and wisdom.

1. Initial Apprehension: When Citra first becomes Scythe Curie's apprentice after Scythe Faraday's apparent self-gleaning, she is wary and unsure of what to expect

   
   

2. Learning Compassion: Scythe Curie teaches Citra the importance of compassion in their grim duties. Curie emphasizes the need to be humane and considerate, especially towards the families of those they glean.

   
   

3. Building Trust: Over time, Citra grows to trust and respect Scythe Curie deeply. Curie’s approach to gleaning, which includes inviting the families of the gleaned to her home for dinner, profoundly impacts Citra and helps her understand the importance of empathy in their role.

   
   

4. Support and Guidance: Scythe Curie supports Citra through various challenges, including when Citra is accused of murder. Curie’s guidance helps Citra navigate the complexities of the Scythedom and develop her own moral compass.

   
   

Their relationship is marked by mutual respect and a shared commitment to upholding the honorable principles of the Scythedom.

T he relationship between Rowan Damisch and Scythe Goddard is complex and deeply troubling. Here are some key aspects of their relationship:

1. Mentorship and Manipulation:

   • Summary: After Scythe Faraday's apparent self-gleaning, Rowan is taken under the wing of Scythe Goddard, who is known for his brutal and mass gleanings.

   • Dynamic: Goddard uses his charisma and authority to manipulate Rowan, trying to mold him into a ruthless killer. Rowan is initially resistant but finds himself increasingly influenced by Goddard's ideology.

     
     

2. Moral Conflict:

   • Summary: Rowan struggles with the violent methods and lack of empathy that Goddard promotes.

   • Dynamic: Despite his internal conflict, Rowan is forced to participate in Goddard's mass gleanings, which deeply affects his psyche and moral compass.

     
     

3. Resistance and Rebellion:

   • Summary: Rowan's resistance to Goddard's teachings grows as he witnesses more of Goddard's cruelty.

   • Dynamic: This culminates in Rowan taking drastic action to stop Goddard. In a pivotal moment, Rowan kills Goddard and his followers, burning their bodies to prevent their revival.

     
     

4. Transformation:

   • Summary: The relationship with Goddard transforms Rowan from a compassionate individual into someone who must confront his own capacity. for violence.

   • Dynamic: This transformation is marked by Rowan's decision to become Scythe Lucifer, targeting corrupt scythes to restore honor to the Scythedom.

     
     

These elements highlight the toxic and transformative nature of Rowan's relationship with Scythe Goddard, showcasing the intense psychological and moral battles Rowan faces.

Physical traits:

Character traits:

Character Development:

Physical Traits:

• Hair: Long gray hair

• Eyes: Not specifically mentioned, but she has an intense and uncomfortable stare

• Skin: White

• Style: Often wears lavender robes

  
  

Character Traits:

1. Compassionate: Scythe Curie is known for her compassion, especially towards the families of those she gleans. She often invites them to her home for dinner to help them find closure.

2. Wise: She has a deep understanding of the Scythedom and its history, often sharing her insights through her journal entries.

3. Mentor: Curie becomes a mentor to Citra, teaching her the importance of compassion and humanity in their role as scythes.

4. Regretful: She feels remorse for the more radical views she held in her youth and strives to make amends through her actions.

5. Resilient: Despite the emotional toll of her work, Curie maintains her humanity and continues to perform her duties with integrity.

Character development: None.

• Hair: Dark

• Eyes: Blue

• Skin: White

• Style: Known for his lavish blue robes encrusted with diamonds, reflecting his flamboyant and ostentatious nature.

  
  

Character traits:

1. Charismatic: Goddard is highly charismatic and persuasive, able to attract followers and manipulate others to his way of thinking.

2. Sadistic: He enjoys killing and conducts mass gleanings, showing a cruel and ruthless side.

3. Manipulative: Goddard is skilled at manipulating people, including his followers and those in power, to achieve his goals.

4. Ambitious: He seeks to change the Scythedom's rules to allow for more public and dramatic gleanings, reflecting his desire for power and influence.

5. Hypocritical: Although he technically follows the Scythedom's rules, he finds ways to circumvent them for his benefit, such as accepting "donations" and living in luxury.

   
   

Character development: None. BRO DIES HAHAHA

1. Charismatic and Manipulative:

   • Goddard is highly charismatic and uses his charm to manipulate others. He surrounds himself with a group of loyal followers and throws lavish parties to promote his ideology.

     
     

2. Ideological Extremist:

   • He represents a radical faction within the Scythedom that enjoys the act of killing. Goddard believes that scythes should embrace their power and make their actions as public as possible.

     
     

3. Corruption and Cruelty:

   • Goddard is fundamentally corrupt, often bending the rules to suit his desires. He accepts "donations" in exchange for immunity and conducts mass gleanings, showing a complete lack of empathy.

     
     

4. Conflict with Traditional Values:

   • His methods and beliefs are in direct conflict with the traditional values of the Scythedom, represented by scythes like Faraday and Curie, who believe in gleaning with compassion and humility.

He lives in a small log cabin on top of the highest skyscraper.

Physical traits:

• Height: Huge and imposing

• Hair: Not specifically mentioned, but he has a commanding presence

• Eyes: Not specifically mentioned

• Skin: White

• Style: Often seen in heavy gold robes, which are ostentatious and reflect his high status

  
  

Character traits:

1. Contradictory: Xenocrates is full of contradictions. While his robes and home seem ostentatious, he also wears threadbare slippers and doesn't keep servants at home.

   
   

2. Sly: He is cryptic and sly, often navigating the political landscape of the Scythedom with cunning.

   
   

3. Manipulated: Despite his high status, he is manipulated by Scythe Goddard, who uses Xenocrates's illegitimate daughter, Esme, as leverage.

   
   

4. Calculating: Xenocrates is calculating and strategic, often making decisions that serve his interests and maintain his power.

   
   

5. Conflicted: He is conflicted about Goddard's philosophies but feels compelled to support him due to the blackmail.

Character development: None.

Ben is Citra's younger brother. Dreams about Citra becoming a scythe.

Jenny is Citra's mother.

Mr. Terranova: we do not know anything about him, not even his name.

• Hair: Brown

• Eyes: Blue

• Skin: White

Character traits:

1. Thrill-seeker: Tyger loves excitement and often engages in dangerous activities, such as "splatting" (jumping from high places to be revived by revival centers).

2. Attention-seeking: He craves attention and enjoys being the center of it, often acting out to get noticed.

3. Shallow: Tyger's goals are often superficial, such as wanting to become a professional party guest.

4. Loyal: Despite his flaws, he is a loyal friend to Rowan and looks up to him.

5. Reckless: His desire for thrills often leads him to make reckless decisions without considering the consequences.

Character development: Yes.

Early Character Traits:

• Thrill-seeker: At the beginning of the novel, Tyger is known for his love of dangerous activities, such as "splatting" (jumping from high places to be revived by revival centers).

• Attention-seeking: He craves attention and often engages in reckless behavior to get noticed.

• Shallow: Tyger's initial goals are superficial, such as wanting to become a professional party guest.

  
  

Development:

• Influence of Scythe Goddard: Tyger's character takes a darker turn when he becomes involved with Scythe Goddard. Goddard's manipulative and charismatic nature draws Tyger into his circle, where Tyger becomes one of Goddard's followers.

  
  

• Desire for Acceptance: Tyger's need for acceptance and validation leads him to participate in Goddard's brutal and public gleanings. This marks a significant shift from his earlier, more innocent thrill-seeking behavior to a more dangerous and morally ambiguous path.

  
  

• Tragic End: Tyger's involvement with Goddard ultimately leads to his downfall. His desire to be part of something significant and his susceptibility to manipulation result in his tragic fate, highlighting the consequences of his choices.

  
  

Tyger's development serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of seeking validation through reckless behavior and the influence of charismatic but morally corrupt leaders.

• Hair: Brown

• Eyes: Blue

• Skin: White

Character traits:

1. Thrill-seeker: Tyger loves excitement and often engages in dangerous activities, such as "splatting" (jumping from high places to be revived by revival centers).

2. Attention-seeking: He craves attention and enjoys being the center of it, often acting out to get noticed.

3. Shallow: Tyger's goals are often superficial, such as wanting to become a professional party guest.

4. Loyal: Despite his flaws, he is a loyal friend to Rowan and looks up to him.

5. Reckless: His desire for thrills often leads him to make reckless decisions without considering the consequences.

Character development: Yes.

Early Character Traits:

• Thrill-seeker: At the beginning of the novel, Tyger is known for his love of dangerous activities, such as "splatting" (jumping from high places to be revived by revival centers).

• Attention-seeking: He craves attention and often engages in reckless behavior to get noticed.

• Shallow: Tyger's initial goals are superficial, such as wanting to become a professional party guest.

  
  

Development:

• Influence of Scythe Goddard: Tyger's character takes a darker turn when he becomes involved with Scythe Goddard. Goddard's manipulative and charismatic nature draws Tyger into his circle, where Tyger becomes one of Goddard's followers.

  
  

• Desire for Acceptance: Tyger's need for acceptance and validation leads him to participate in Goddard's brutal and public gleanings. This marks a significant shift from his earlier, more innocent thrill-seeking behavior to a more dangerous and morally ambiguous path.

  
  

• Tragic End: Tyger's involvement with Goddard ultimately leads to his downfall. His desire to be part of something significant and his susceptibility to manipulation result in his tragic fate, highlighting the consequences of his choices.

  
  

Tyger's development serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of seeking validation through reckless behavior and the influence of charismatic but morally corrupt leaders.

One of Scythe Goddard's junior scythes.

Physical traits: 20 years old, Afric leaning, wears yellow robes covered in citrines.

Character traits: loyal to Goddard, secretly hates killing,

Character development: Some.