Bastian Lightcroft

“Curse the Fates.”

– Bastian, Academy of Villains

Bastian Lightcroft is a skilled alchemist and a member of the Raven Society at the Academy of Magic.

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About

Aliases

N/A

Age

Unknown

Species

Mage

Class

Unknown

Location

House

House Boros

Status

Alive

Physical Description

Gender

Male

Eye Color

Blue

Hair Color

Blond

Relationships

Family

Unknown

Romantic Interest(s)

Unknown

Allegiances

Raven Society

Appearances

Biography

Bastian Lightcroft is a skilled alchemist and a member of the Raven Society, known for making and selling illicit potions at the Academy of Magic. His easygoing nature and sharp wit make him well-liked, though he often uses humor to mask his true intentions. He is close friends with Prince Lucian Darkwing.

Beneath the surface, he’s hiding dark secrets about the kingdom of Ithaka, secrets he is determined to keep hidden if he can.

Powers & Abilities

Bastian is highly skilled in alchemical practices, specializing in potion-making. His expertise allows him to craft powerful and often illegal potions, giving him a lucrative trade within the academy.

Bastian’s mage class has not been revelaed as of Academy of Villains Book 1.

Friends & Alliances

Bastian’s known friends are members of the Raven Society.

Enemies & Rivals​

Quotes

Trivia

  • Bastian Lightcroft’s character draws inspiration from Adonis in Greek mythology, a figure known for his beauty, tragic fate, and connection to both life and death. Like Adonis, Bastian possesses charm but is caught in a world of hidden dangers, where his survival depends on forces beyond his control.
  • Lessons in Loyalty, Book 2 of Academy of Villains, takes inspiration from the love story of Adonis and Aphrodite, exploring themes of fleeting love, vulnerability, and the power dynamics within relationships. The novel weaves these elements into a dark fantasy setting, where love is both a source of strength and a dangerous weakness.