The Stone Flower

Main Characters and Their Development

• Danila the Master - the main character, a talented stone carver striving for perfection in his art. His development is tied to the search for an ideal, which he finds in the image of the Stone Flower. Danila undergoes trials and temptations to achieve his goal, ultimately gaining wisdom and understanding of true beauty.
• Mistress of the Copper Mountain - a magical guardian of the mountains and stones, possessing magical powers. She assists Danila in his pursuits but also tests his resilience and dedication to his craft. The Mistress symbolizes the natural force and mystery that must be respected and understood.
• Katya - Danila's fiancée, symbolizing home comfort and human emotions. She supports Danila in his quests and struggles, representing the opposite of the cold and mysterious Mistress of the Copper Mountain. Katya embodies love and loyalty, which help Danila maintain his humanity.