Herr Melker of Veckholm.[1](#xd32e2640)

A man of average height and build, likely showing the signs of age and scholarly pursuits, perhaps a slight stoop from reading. His complexion would be fair, typical of a Swede from the 15th century.

Attire: Simple, dark, and practical clerical attire of the 15th century Swedish church. This would include a dark wool cassock, possibly with a white linen amice or alb visible at the neck, and sturdy leather shoes. No elaborate ornamentation, reflecting his devout nature.

Wants: To serve God through prayer and study, to live a life of spiritual devotion.

Flaw: Perhaps too absorbed in his spiritual duties, leading him to be somewhat detached from the worldly affairs of his household, or perhaps his faith is so absolute that he doesn't question the literal power of his prayers in a worldly context.

He remains steadfast in his faith and character throughout the brief narrative, acting as a catalyst for Lasse's fate rather than undergoing a personal transformation.

His dark, simple clerical cassock, contrasting with the dark night and the 'ghostly' white sheet.

Wise, good, devout, sorrowful (when Lasse sinks), firm in his faith, unyielding to worldly distractions.

An adult male, a Swedish priest from the 15th century, standing upright and facing forward, full body visible from head to toe. He has a kind, wise face with a neatly trimmed brown beard and short, practical brown hair. He wears a dark, unadorned wool cassock, a simple white linen amice visible at the neck, and sturdy dark leather shoes. His hands are clasped in front of him in a prayerful gesture. He has a solemn, devout expression. Plain white background, full body visible head to toe, single figure, no watermark, no text, no signature.

A woman of the 15th century, likely of a sturdy build, reflecting her focus on managing household affairs. Her complexion would be fair, typical of a Swedish woman.

Attire: Practical, yet well-maintained clothing suitable for a priest's wife in 15th century Sweden. This would include a long, dark wool kirtle or gown, possibly with a contrasting apron of linen or wool, and a white linen coif or wimple covering her hair. Her attire would be modest but not necessarily plain, reflecting her 'worldly affairs'.

Wants: To stop her husband's nightly church visits, which she views as an unnecessary distraction from worldly affairs.

Flaw: Her 'worldly-mindedness' and lack of spiritual understanding, which leads her to interfere with sacred matters and ultimately results in her posthumous punishment.

Her actions set the plot in motion, but she does not appear to change within the main narrative. The supplementary note reveals her posthumous punishment, indicating a lack of repentance.

A stern expression beneath a white linen coif, perhaps with her hands on her hips, conveying her worldly authority.

Worldly-minded, determined, manipulative, impatient with spiritual devotion, pragmatic.

An adult female, a Swedish priest's wife from the 15th century, standing upright and facing forward, full body visible from head to toe. She has a practical, somewhat stern face with fair skin. Her hair is covered by a white linen coif. She wears a long, dark blue wool kirtle, a plain grey linen apron tied at the waist, and sturdy dark leather shoes. Her posture is firm and purposeful. Plain white background, full body visible head to toe, single figure, no watermark, no text, no signature.

A young man of average height and build, likely lean from physical labor as a servant. His complexion would be fair, typical of a Swedish peasant.

Attire: Simple, functional peasant clothing of 15th century Sweden. This would include a coarse linen tunic, wool breeches or hose, and sturdy leather boots or clogs. For the 'ghost' disguise, he wears a large, plain white linen sheet draped over his regular clothes.

Wants: To earn a pot of ale by following his mistress's instructions.

Flaw: His gullibility and desire for a simple reward, leading him to participate in a dangerous prank.

He transforms from a playful participant in a prank to a terrified victim, ultimately sinking into the earth and perishing.

A young man draped in a plain white sheet, sinking into the ground with a look of terror.

Compliant, easily swayed (by the promise of ale), initially playful, then terrified, consternated.

A young adult male, a Swedish peasant from the 15th century, standing upright and facing forward, full body visible from head to toe, but partially sunken into the ground up to his waist. He has a terrified, consternated expression on his fair-skinned face, with light brown, short-cut hair. He is draped in a large, plain white linen sheet, which covers his simple coarse linen tunic and wool breeches. His arms are raised slightly in a gesture of panic. Plain white background, full body visible head to toe, single figure, no watermark, no text, no signature.