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Cassian

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Cassian is a fierce and formidable Illyrian warrior, born a bastard but risen to become the General and Commander of the Night Court's armies. Scarred by a harsh upbringing, he is intensely loyal to his adoptive family and wields immense power, both physically and strategically. Cassian's complex personality, blending strength and tenderness, makes him a richly compelling character in the world of A Court of Thorns and Roses.

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