A fence in Tarbean who buys and sells stolen goods, part of the city's criminal underworld.

Witnesses the massacre of his troupe by the Chandrian. Survives by being away gathering sage....

A young street orphan under Trapis's care, one of the children trying to survive in Tarbean.

A street thief in Tarbean who robs Kvothe when he first arrives in the city.

Another street child living under Trapis's protection, part of the makeshift family of orphans.

A young girl living on the streets of Tarbean, cared for by Trapis.

A street child in Tarbean, one of the many orphans living rough on the city streets.

Despite his own poverty, shows kindness to Kvothe and teaches him how to survive on the streets.

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

Killed by the Chandrian along with the rest of the troupe, likely because of his song about Lanre.

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

A minor noble who becomes Ben's patron, leading to Ben leaving the troupe before the massacre.

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

A beggar in Tarbean, part of the street population trying to survive in the harsh city.

Leaves the troupe before the massacre, having found a patron. His departure likely saved his life.

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...

One of the Chandrian, with a sharp white face and pale eyes. Shows cruelty and seems to enjoy...

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

One of the seven Chandrian, present at the massacre of Kvothe's troupe.

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

A gaoler in Tarbean who oversees prisoners in the city jail.

Killed by the Chandrian along with the rest of the troupe.

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

A guard captain in Tarbean, representing law enforcement in the dangerous city.

Another city guard in Tarbean, working to keep the dangerous streets under control.

A city guard in Tarbean, part of the law enforcement trying to maintain order.

Leader of the Chandrian, a figure wrapped in shadow and darkness. Commands the other Chandrian and...

Killed by the Chandrian along with the rest of the troupe.

A leader among Tarbean's beggars, controlling territory and organizing the street people.

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

Killed by the Chandrian along with the rest of the troupe.

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

Killed by the Chandrian along with the rest of the troupe.

Killed by the Chandrian along with the rest of the troupe.

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

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

Killed by the Chandrian along with the rest of the troupe.

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...

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

A street thief in Tarbean, part of the criminal underworld that Kvothe encounters.

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.

One of the seven Chandrian, present at the massacre of Kvothe's troupe.

Another street thief in Tarbean, part of the network of criminals and outcasts.

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

Killed by the Chandrian along with the rest of the troupe.

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.

One of the seven Chandrian, present at the massacre of Kvothe's troupe.

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

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

Killed by the Chandrian along with the rest of the troupe.

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

A leader among Tarbean's thieves, organizing criminal activities in certain districts.

Killed by the Chandrian along with the rest of the troupe.

Killed by the Chandrian along with the rest of the troupe.

One of the seven Chandrian, present at the massacre of Kvothe's troupe.

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

A city watchman in Tarbean, patrolling the streets and trying to maintain some semblance of order.