Stefane Sommela

Stefane Sommela is the youngest son of Lord and Lady Sommela, and a friend of Avani of Shroca. He is tall, and has black hair, copper-coloured skin, and hazel eyes. Stefane tutors Vani in dancing, and has grown very close to her. He has five siblings - two older brothers, Paole and Marte, as well as three sisters, Cari, Peri, and Katiri, another friend of Vani's.

Lady Gelinza Hivera has set her sights on Stefane, and views Vani as a rival for his affections.

Stefane's name, as Vani discovers, means "crown". He is a fire mage.