Character from From Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. Armentrout
Poppy's personal Royal Guard and secret father figure who trained her to fight and died protecting her during the Rite.
Grizzled veteran with a warrior's instincts and a father's heart. Assigned to guard the Maiden, Vikter instead raised her — teaching her to wield daggers in secret, turning a blind eye to her midnight escapes, and shielding her from the Duke's cruelty. A Descenter sympathizer who questioned the Ascended's divine authority long before it was safe to do so. His death during the Rite attack shattered Poppy and set her on the path that led to Casteel.
Broad-shouldered, weathered face lined with old scars. Grey-streaked dark hair kept short. Carries himself with the discipline of decades of service.
Also known as: Vikter, Commander Wardwell