As for my favorite Safehold characters:
1. Merlin- because of all that's s/he been doing to get humanity back on track; of course, he's suffered so much for humanity as well
2. Sharleyan- not just because she's a strong, female leader but also because she knows how to support others whilst being curious in her own way
3. Rhobair Duchairn- he really is the most redeemable of the GoF,and I wouldn't be surprised if he ultimately helped Charis in some way
4. Ahnzhelyk Phonda/Aivah Pahrsahn- Intelligent, planner, etc- the type of woman I'd want on my team if I were actively resisting the Church of God Awaiting
5. Zhaspahr Clyntahn/Eric Langhorne- because these guys are the source of all the troubles, and, each for their own ways, purse power to keep others in line