Working on a song about Lanre, researching the story extensively. Shows scholarly dedication to his...

Recognizes Kvothe's exceptional talent and recommends him for the University. Shows deep knowledge...

A member of Kvothe's troupe, part of the extended family of performers.

A female member of Kvothe's troupe, skilled in performance and music.

A member of Kvothe's troupe, one of the traveling performers who helped raise him.

Learns his first sympathy and naming from Ben, the troupe's arcanist. Shows remarkable aptitude for...

A hero from ancient stories, the subject of Arliden's research for a song.

Reveals she came from nobility, specifically the Lackless family. Ran away to join the troupe and...

A member of Kvothe's troupe, one of the traveling performers.

A figure from ancient stories, associated with Lanre in the tales Arliden researches.

A member of Kvothe's troupe, part of the traveling performing family.

A town mayor who hosts Kvothe's troupe during their travels, representing local authority.

A merchant who encounters Kvothe's troupe during their travels, providing opportunities for trade...

A member of Kvothe's troupe, one of the performers who helped raise him.

A member of Kvothe's troupe, part of the traveling family of performers.

A member of Kvothe's troupe, one of the traveling performers and storytellers.

A member of Kvothe's troupe, one of the traveling performers who raised him.

A young villager from Newarre, part of the local community that gathers at the inn.

The village baker in Newarre, providing bread and baked goods for the community.

Reveals he is fae, specifically a Prince of Twilight. Shows unusual devotion to his teacher and...

A farmer in Newarre, part of the local community that gathers at the Waystone Inn.

The village blacksmith in Newarre, a practical craftsman serving the local community.

A farmer and carter from Newarre who brings news of strange creatures and dangers on the roads.

The village chandler in Newarre, making and selling candles and soap.

His true name is Devan Lochees. A renowned chronicler who will record Kvothe's true story over...

The village cooper in Newarre, making barrels and wooden containers.

A fisherman in Newarre, part of the village community that gathers at the inn.

A villager from Newarre who frequents the Waystone Inn. Local gossip and regular customer.

A villager from Newarre who drinks at the Waystone Inn and shares local news.

The local magistrate in Newarre, representing legal authority in the village.

The village miller in Newarre, operating the grain mill for the local community.

An elderly villager from Newarre who tells stories and shares drinks at the Waystone Inn.

A villager in Newarre, member of the local farming community.

A seamstress in Newarre, providing clothing and mending services to villagers.

A villager from Newarre, part of the group that regularly gathers at the inn.

The apprentice to Newarre's blacksmith, a young man learning his trade.

A legendary wizard from old stories, known for his clever escapes and magical abilities.

The village tanner in Newarre, processing leather for local use.

A traveling merchant who visits Newarre, bringing news from other places and selling goods.

The village priest in Newarre, providing spiritual guidance to the community.