The innkeeper of the Anker's Inn in Imre, where many University students lodge and take their meals.

A talented female student at the University with interests in artificing and a kind nature.

Continues his tale, now pursuing admission to the University and seeking knowledge of the Chandrian.

A longtime student at the University, older than most, with extensive knowledge of University...

Kvothe's loyal friend at the University, a nobleman's son with a cheerful disposition and talent...

A wealthy University student from a noble family, acquaintance of Simmon and part of their social...

Kvothe's close friend, a serious Cealdish student with a talent for artificing and a practical...

A young man from the village who occasionally comes to the inn with the other locals.

Kvothe's devoted student, young-looking with dark hair and eyes that seem older than his face.

A traveling scribe who has come to record Kvothe's true story. He carries writing materials and has...

One of the soldiers accompanying the captain. He follows orders and participates in the...

A local villager who frequents the Waystone Inn. He's one of the regular customers who enjoys the...

A villager from Newarre who comes to the inn with the other locals. He participates in...

An elderly villager who serves as something of a local storyteller and source of gossip. He knows...

Another soldier in the group that arrives at the inn. He assists in carrying out the captain's...

Another of the local villagers who visits the Waystone Inn regularly. He joins in the discussions...

The leader of a group of soldiers who arrive at the inn. He appears to be in charge and makes...