Has set her sights on Breeze romantically, using her charm and Allomantic abilities to pursue him....

Developing genuine feelings for Allrianne Cett, which surprises him given his usual cynical nature....

People who have taken shelter in caves and underground spaces to hide from the koloss and the...

The grumpy Smoker serves as one of Elend's generals, using his ability to hide Allomantic pulses to...

The former skaa soldier has risen to become one of Elend's most trusted military officers. He's...

Kelsier's former right-hand man now serves as one of Elend's key administrators. His organizational...

Has grown into his role as king, becoming more decisive and authoritative while maintaining his...

A town leader trying to protect his people from the mists and the koloss. He's skeptical of...

The philosophical Thug serves as Elend's general and military advisor. He continues to ponder deep...

A townsperson who has survived encounters with the mists. He provides information about how the...

An ancient race created to serve, but capable of independent thought and emotion. They are ruled by...

Discovered to be former humans transformed by the Lord Ruler's power. They can be controlled by...

A person who specializes in tracking and observing koloss movements, providing early warning of...

The remaining guards and soldiers defending Luthadel under Elend's rule. Many are former skaa who...

Kelsier's brother has been transformed into a Steel Inquisitor, but retains some of his original...

A scholar dedicated to studying the changing nature of the mists and their effects on people.

Someone who survived an encounter with the deadly mists and lived to tell about it, though changed...

Has revealed his true identity and broken his Contract to help Vin, showing that kandra are capable...

Merchants and traders who travel between settlements, bringing news and goods despite the dangerous...

People who have fled their homes due to the koloss attacks and the changing mists, seeking safety...

Devastated by loss but continuing his duty as a Keeper. His faith in religion and the Keeper...

Soldiers responsible for reconnaissance, gathering intelligence about enemy positions and movements.

The working class people of Luthadel who have gained new freedoms under Elend's rule but still...

Someone who survived the mists and experienced Snapping, awakening latent Allomantic abilities...

The young Tineye has matured somewhat but still maintains his strange speech patterns and keen...

Terrifying warrior-priests with spikes through their eyes who served the Lord Ruler. Though he is...

The kandra's true identity, revealed when he breaks his Contract to help Vin. He's a member of the...

A person from Terris who has fled their homeland, possibly carrying knowledge or artifacts from...

The mists have been killing people, causing terror throughout the land. Some survive encounters...

An elder from a village encountered during the journey, trying to lead his people through the...

Has discovered her incredible power and the weight of expectation placed upon her as the Hero of...

The legendary Hero of Ages from ancient times, believed to have been the one prophesied to defeat...

Allomancers who can burn steel to push on metals, often using coins as projectiles or for limited...

Allomancers who can burn iron to pull on metals, drawing metal objects toward themselves.

Allomancers who can burn zinc to inflame emotions in others, making them more passionate and...

Allomancers who can burn bronze to detect the use of other Allomantic powers, sensing the pulses...

Allomancers who can burn brass to dampen emotions in others, making them more calm and compliant.

Allomancers who can burn pewter for enhanced physical strength and endurance. They serve in various...

Allomancers who can burn tin to enhance their senses, making them excellent scouts and lookouts.

Despite his gruff exterior, he's shown to be a caring father and capable military strategist. Uses...

The official recorder of Assembly proceedings, responsible for maintaining records of votes and...

Soldiers and guards responsible for protecting the Assembly members and maintaining order during...

The most precious metal in the empire, hoarded by the Lord Ruler. When burned by Allomancers, it...

A guard responsible for protecting stores of atium, the most precious metal in the empire.

Creatures created through Hemalurgy, the magic of ripping away and transplanting attributes using...

A female Soother working with Cett's forces, using her abilities to maintain discipline and calm...

Civilians who travel with armies, including family members, traders, and service providers.

The captain of a canal barge who transports goods and people through Luthadel's waterways.

Skaa workers responsible for maintaining Luthadel's canal system, which is crucial for...

A military captain serving in Elend's forces, responsible for coordinating defensive positions and...

A military officer serving under one of the armies besieging Luthadel. Shows loyalty to his cause...

A military officer serving in the city's defense forces, working to maintain order during the siege.

The captain of Straff's elite guard unit, responsible for the lord's personal protection and elite...

Allomantic warriors serving under Cett's command, including his daughter Allrianne who is a...

The army from the Western Dominance led by Ashweather Cett. Known for their discipline and loyalty...

The personal bodyguards and elite soldiers who serve Ashweather Cett, known for their loyalty and...

The spiritual remnant of a dead person that persists in the Cognitive Realm, maintaining some...

The officer responsible for maintaining communication between different parts of the city's...

Skilled workers including metalworkers, leatherworkers, and other craftsmen who create goods and...

Medical practitioners who tend to the wounded and sick in Luthadel, dealing with both battle...

The advisors, servants, and officials who serve King Elend in governing Luthadel. They include both...

A mysterious figure connected to the ancient prophecies who seems to understand the true nature of...

A noble member of the Assembly who often opposes Elend's more radical policies. He represents the...

A Seeker who detects the use of Allomantic powers, serving as part of military intelligence...

The eldest and most powerful kandra, who govern the kandra society from their Homeland. They are...

The administrator responsible for managing food distribution and rationing during the siege of...

A member of a former Great House who has adapted to the new social order, working with the common...

The officer in charge of Luthadel's main gates, controlling access to the city during the siege.

A wealthy merchant and member of the Assembly who represents commercial interests. Often pragmatic...

A loyal messenger and servant who carries important communications between various parties during...

The leader of Cett's personal guard, a veteran warrior with extensive experience in the Western...

A representative of one of the craft guilds who speaks for the interests of skilled workers in the...

The master chef of Keep Venture's kitchens, responsible for feeding the royal court and managing...

Someone who has been affected by Hemalurgic magic, having had attributes stolen or transplanted via...

A Smoker who hides Allomantic activity from Seekers, working to protect other Allomancers in...

Elite soldiers serving House Venture under Straff's command. Well-trained and equipped with the...

Network of contacts and informants who provide intelligence about enemy movements and political...

The officer responsible for gathering intelligence about enemy movements and coordinating spy...

A member of the Assembly representing noble interests. He often questions Elend's decisions and...

A Terris Keeper who works with Tindwyl and Sazed, helping to research ancient prophecies and...

The lingering presence of the dead thief and revolutionary, somehow still connected to the world...

A person dedicated to gathering and preserving knowledge, particularly about the ancient magics and...

An ancient Terris Keeper mentioned in historical texts as one who was involved in the events...

A noblewoman who survived the collapse of the Great Houses and now navigates the new political...

A member of the Assembly representing noble interests, often voting with the conservative faction...

A person who coordinates trade and commerce in Luthadel's markets, trying to maintain economic...

The chief medical officer for Luthadel's forces, treating wounded soldiers and studying the...

A kandra of the Fourth Generation who appears during discussions about TenSoon's fate and kandra...

Merchant organizations that control trade routes and commercial interests in Luthadel and beyond.

A wealthy merchant with interests in the canal trade who serves in the Assembly's commercial...

Fast riders and runners who carry messages between commanders, armies, and cities.

A former Steel Ministry agent working in secret, possibly serving the remaining Steel Inquisitors...

A mysterious entity made of mist that appears to Vin and seems to be trying to communicate...

Extremely rare Allomancers who can use all metals, making them incredibly powerful warriors and the...

The officer in charge of night patrols and security, particularly important given the dangerous...

Former noble house members who remain in Luthadel under Elend's rule, having lost much of their...

A scholarly man who helps research the ancient prophecies and historical documents related to the...

Former bureaucrats and priests of the Steel Ministry who served the Lord Ruler. Many have fled or...

Servants, cooks, and staff who work in Keep Venture (now the royal palace) serving King Elend and...

The head servant responsible for managing Keep Venture's daily operations and coordinating the...

Has assumed greater leadership responsibilities as the situation in Luthadel becomes more...

A skaa representative in the Assembly who advocates for the rights and needs of the working class...

A supervisor from the agricultural regions who managed skaa workers before the collapse of the old...

An ambitious individual who seeks to gain political or magical power in the chaos following the...

Religious followers who worship Kelsier as the Survivor, viewing him as a divine figure who died...

A scholar specializing in ancient prophecies, particularly those related to the Hero of Ages and...

A Lurcher in Cett's forces, using iron Pulling abilities for both combat and utility purposes.

A Coinshot serving in Straff's forces, skilled at using steel Pushing for combat and reconnaissance.

Military officers responsible for managing supplies, food, and equipment for the various armies.

The official responsible for managing the influx of refugees fleeing to Luthadel from the outer...

A leader in the Church of the Survivor or another religious movement, providing spiritual guidance...

Learned individuals who study ancient texts, prophecies, and historical documents to understand the...

Kandra of the second generation, serving various roles in kandra society and often acting as...

Guards who man the gates, walls, and watch posts of Luthadel, maintaining vigilance against threats.

A non-commissioned officer in Luthadel's defense forces, helping to train and organize the newer...

An engineer specializing in siege warfare, working to strengthen Luthadel's defenses and counter...

Workers who build siege engines, fortifications, and defensive structures for the various armies.

A skaa representative in the Assembly who advocates for workers' rights and improved conditions for...

One of Elend's military officers, responsible for organizing the city's defenses and coordinating...

The keeper of the palace stables, responsible for maintaining horses and transportation for the...

One of the Steel Inquisitors who survived the Lord Ruler's death and now commands koloss armies in...

Former officials and priests of the Steel Ministry who have not yet been captured or killed since...

A cunning and ruthless politician who uses manipulation and intimidation to achieve his goals. He's...

The officer responsible for managing food, weapons, and other supplies for Luthadel's defenders...

The people of Terris who serve as stewards and eunuch servants throughout the empire. Some are...

The governing body that shares power with King Elend, consisting of representatives from different...

The truth about the Deepness begins to emerge - it may not be what the prophecies claimed, and its...

A legendary location of immense power, connected to the ancient prophecies and the defeat of the...

A Thug serving in one of the armies, using pewter-enhanced strength in combat situations.

Beginning to show a softer side as she works closely with Sazed and develops feelings for him....

The non-commissioned officer responsible for training new recruits in basic military skills and...

Someone dedicated to uncovering the truth behind the ancient prophecies and the real nature of the...

A Third Generation kandra involved in the judgment of TenSoon for breaking his Contract.

Allomancers in service to House Venture, including Mistings with various single-metal abilities who...

The large army that Straff Venture has brought to besiege Luthadel. They are well-trained and...

A citizen leader who organizes civilian volunteers to help with the city's defense and support...

The senior officer responsible for defending Luthadel's walls and coordinating the city's defensive...

A Tineye serving as a scout and lookout for one of the armies, using enhanced senses for...

The specialist responsible for maintaining and distributing weapons and armor to Luthadel's...

Someone searching for the Well of Ascension based on ancient clues and prophecies.

A person descended from the ancient Worldbringers who created the prophecies, carrying inherited...

Ancient Terris Keepers who were involved in creating and interpreting the prophecies about the Hero...

Becoming increasingly unstable and fixated on Vin. He sees her as the only person who might...