Orchen is an investigator and former assassin who once served in the Nasca faction. He is the uncle of the prince (his sister's son). In the text, he tracks down a Nasca infiltrator who had hidden in Laurent and killed him during a feast day when the village was bustling with outsiders. He reports to the prince about the assassination and discusses political alliances, suggesting the prince marry the daughter of Marquis Oppressé to strengthen his position. Orchen is pragmatic and ambitious, hoping his nephew will survive and enjoy glory while he shares in the wealth and power. He has a cold, steel-gray gaze and speaks with authority about political matters.
