Welcome back to the Ravka!

Overnight, Alina’s whole world flips upside down.

But Alina’s new status puts a target on her back.

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Shadow and Boneserved asJessie Mei Li’s breakout role.

When a flesh-eating volcra attacks them, Alina’s abilities protect them.

After The Darkling whisks Alina away for training, the two are separated and keep in contact through letters.

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Unfortunately, the Darkling has him taken away for execution, but he narrowly escapes.

Mal and Alina are eventually reunited and give a shot to track down the stag for themselves.

Mal saves the day by collaborating with the Crows to release Alina from the Darkling’s control.

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Season 2 sees Mal at Alina’s side once more as they prepare to take on the Darkling.

He’s most notably a Shadow Summoner, the only one of his kind.

He draws her in and manipulates her into trusting him.

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Kaz Brekker can’t resist a good challenge, and kidnapping Alina is no exception.

Kaz pays for Inej’s freedom from enslavement at the Menagerie, a Ketterdam brothel.

Freddy Carterhas had small roles inWonder WomanandPennyworth.

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He will star in the upcomingMasters of Airalongside Academy Award nomineesAustin ButlerandBarry Keoghan.

Her skills make her an invaluable asset to Kaz and she’s one of his most trusted compatriots.

Known as the Wraith, Inej earned her nickname because of her reputation for stealth and keen observation.

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She’s loyal, empathetic, and whipsmart.

Inej balances Kaz’s riskier ideas as the voice of reason among the Crows.

Amita Sumancan also be seen inThe Outpostand Netflix’sThe Sandman.

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He can shoot a hole in a coin without even sparing a glance.

He’s an indispensable member of the Crows but a bit of a loose cannon.

He will next star inThe Beautiful GamealongsideBill Nighy.

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Recruited by the Second Army for her abilities, she became a spy for the Darkling.

While on a mission for the Darkling, Nina is captured and taken as a prisoner by Fjerdan soldiers.

When the Grisha finally track her down, she is forced to betray Mattias to save his life.

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A more mysterious character in the first season, she joins forces with the Crows in the final episode.

Danielle Galliganpreviously had roles inGame of Thronesand Hulu’sThe Great.

She’s an Etherealki soldier, the throw in of Grisha who has the ability to manipulate the elements.

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In Zoya’s case, she’s a Squaller, which means she can harness and control the wind.

Sujaya Dasguptacan be seen inCharlie Hunnam’s Apple TV+ seriesShantaram, and HBO’sI May Destroy You.

As a Tailor, Genya is considered a lower-level Grisha, as she can change a person’s appearance.

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Genya can erase scars, imperfections, and superficial features like eye and hair color.

But there’s more to Genya than what meets the eye.

As it turns out, she’s another spy of General Kirigan’s.

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Druskelles believe Grisha are demonic and evil.

Tan plays Tolya Yul-Bataar, one half of a pair of ruthless mercenary twins and a Grisha Heartrender.

He prefers hand-to-hand combat over using his abilities and is skilled with knives.

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Tolya is from Shu Han and a part of Sturmhond’s crew.

That being said, axes are her weapon of choice.

She is fiercely loyal to Sturmhond and works on his fleet of ships alongside her brother.

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They are some of the few people who know Sturmhond’s true identity.

Tamar is played byAnna Leong-Brophy, who has previously starred in shows likeTracesandRagdollbeforeShadow and Bone.

He commands a fleet of ships and a crew that includes twins Tamar and Tolya Kir-Bataar.

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Nikolai uses his fleet to aid the war effort in Ravka against the pious Fjerdans.

Alina and Mal approach him to help her take down the Fold in her fight against the Darkling.

BeforeShadow and Bone, Wolfe had a small role inNetflix’sThe Witcher.

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He also starred inBong Joon-ho’sSnowpiercerbesideChris Evans.

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