Ramses II

  In The Pharaoh's Concubine (also known as Sand and Song of the Seas), Ramses—modeled after the historical Ramesses the Great—is a powerful, passionate, and fiercely devoted Pharaoh. Swept into a multi-lifetime romance, he is defined by his unconditional love for the modern-day time-traveler, Ai Wei (Ivy).His character combines traits of a ruthless, ambitious historical ruler with a classic, protective romance lead:Personality: He is proud, charismatic, and used to getting exactly what he wants. However, his harsh exterior completely melts when it comes to Ivy. He is deeply affectionate and willing to change the rigid rules of his empire to protect her.Appearance: Visually, he is often depicted with striking, non-traditional features. True to his historical counterpart's rare genetic traits, he is characterized by his piercing, fiery eyes and reddish hair.His Love for Ivy: Despite having other wives and concubines for political and diplomatic reasons, he considers Ivy his one true equal. His intense, unwavering dedication is a driving force of the story.Growth: Over the course of the narrative, his character matures from a conqueror who initially tries to force Ivy into his harem, to a true partner who respects her agency, battles political intrigue, and fights for their intertwined fate.

In the manga, Ramses behaves like a classic, intense romance lead blended with a powerful ancient ruler. His actions shift dramatically depending on whether he is dealing with his empire or with Ivy.Here is a breakdown of how he acts:With Ivy: Passionate and PossessiveDeeply affectionate: He transitions quickly from a cold ruler to an incredibly loving, attentive partner when they are alone.Fiercely protective: He reacts with immediate, intense rage if Ivy is threatened, injured, or targeted by court intrigue.Highly possessive: He is deeply jealous of any other man who gets close to Ivy, frequently demanding her undivided attention.Vulnerable: Despite his massive pride, he openly shows Ivy his fears of losing her and begs her not to disappear back to her own time.In Public: Kingly and RuthlessCommanding: He carries himself with absolute authority, expecting immediate obedience from his subjects, soldiers, and court officials.Strategically ruthless: He does not hesitate to execute traitors, punish political enemies, or wage war to expand and protect Egypt.Politically calculated: He plays the game of court politics smoothly, managing a harem and diplomatic marriages for the state, even though his heart belongs solely to Ivy.Throughout His Growth: From Forceful to RespectfulInitially demanding: At the start, he acts entitled and tries to force Ivy into his harem, treating her like a prize to be won.Later respectful: As the story progresses, he learns to respect her independence, listens to her modern advice, and views her as his true equal. The Pharaoh’s Concubine (also titled Sand and Song of the Seas) follows a dramatic time-travel, romance, and historical fantasy loop centered around modern-day heroine Ivy (Ai Wei) and Pharaoh Ramses II.1. The Accidental Time TravelThe story begins in modern London, where Ivy receives a mysterious, snake-shaped ancient Egyptian bracelet from her older brother. Heartbroken over a family conflict, her strong emotions accidentally trigger the bracelet's magic. She is instantly transported 3,000 years back in time to the sands of Ancient Egypt during the 19th Dynasty.2. Meeting Ramses and Altering HistoryIvy, distinguished by her modern blonde hair and blue eyes, is captured and forced to serve at a palace celebration. There, she encounters Prince Ramses, the heir to the throne. He is immediately captivated by her unique appearance, intelligence, and modern knowledge. Using her knowledge of the future, Ivy navigates deadly court politics and historical wars, such as Egypt's conflict with the Hittite Empire. Over time, she and Ramses fall deeply in love.3. The Butterfly Effect and the Time LoopsThe core conflict emerges when Ivy realizes that her presence and actions are unintentionally altering the timeline [1.31]. Because she has changed fixed historical events, the modern world she left behind begins to fade, and Ramses' own historical legacy is put in danger. Terrified of erasing her family or destroying Egypt's history, Ivy is forced to travel back to the modern era, leaving a heartbroken Ramses behind [1.31].However, the magic bracelet pulls her back into the past multiple times [1.31]. Each time she returns, years have passed in Egypt while only days or weeks have passed for her. She must continuously find her way back to Ramses, masquerading under different identities—most notably as Nefertari, Ramses' fated historical queen—to fix the broken timeline.