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

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

Merchants operating in Haert, trading with the Adem and visitors.

The personal guards of Maer Alveron, protecting the estate and the Maer himself.

Kvothe's wealthy noble rival at the University, arrogant and vindictive with a talent for making...

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

Various staff members working in the Archives under Master Lorren.

A member of the nobility at the Maer's court, participating in social gatherings.

A mysterious young woman who lives in the Underthing beneath the University, with strange ways and...

Bandits following Cinder, more dangerous than ordinary criminals due to their supernatural leader.

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

Members of Bast's fae family in the Twilight Court, mentioned in stories about fae politics.

Master Kilvin's chief assistant in the Fishery, experienced in artificing and helps oversee student...

An elderly nobleman at the Maer's court, skilled at the strategic game of tak and fond of teaching...

An Adem student who challenges Kvothe's presence at the school, viewing him as an outsider unworthy...

The Maer's physician and arcanist, supposedly treating his illness but harboring secret intentions.

A young Adem girl who befriends Kvothe, representing the innocence and curiosity within Adem...

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

One of the seven Chandrian, leading a group of bandits with supernatural power and malevolent...

Citizens of the Commonwealth that Kvothe encounters during his travels.

A nobleman and patron of the arts who frequents the Eolian and appreciates Kvothe's musical talents.

Fae guardians who watch over the Cthaeh, preventing others from reaching the malevolent oracle.

The Maer's enforcer and security chief, a dangerous man who handles the nobleman's less pleasant...

A tracker and huntsman hired for the bandit-hunting expedition, experienced in wilderness survival.

Kvothe's beloved, a mysterious woman with many names who captures his heart but remains elusive and...

Various men who court Denna, providing her with gifts and attention.

A former University student turned gaelet (moneylender), dangerous and intelligent with sympathy...

An Adem student at Haert, one of Kvothe's training partners in the martial arts.

The few students studying naming under Master Elodin's unconventional teaching.

A lady at the Maer's court, part of the social circle around Meluan Lackless.

Various supernatural creatures inhabiting the Fae realm, with their own natures and purposes.

Various fae creatures that serve Felurian in her realm, tending to her needs.

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

A legendary fae woman of incredible beauty and power, who lures mortal men to their doom through...

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

A servant at the Maer's estate, working in the household staff under Stapes.

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

Residents of Haert, the town where the Adem warrior school is located.

A female mercenary hired for the bandit hunt, tough and competent with weapons and combat skills.

An ancient shaper who stole the moon and was responsible for the creation of the Fae realm through...

Musicians performing in Imre's various establishments, competing for audiences.

A female Adem student training at Haert, skilled in the martial arts.

A merchant who provides Kvothe with transportation and business opportunities on his journey to...

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

Another University student in the Fishery, working under Master Kilvin on various artificing...

An Adem student at Haert, training alongside Kvothe in the martial arts.

Students studying artificery under Master Kilvin, learning to create magical devices.

Members of the powerful Lackless noble family, related to Meluan.

Servants working for the Lackless family, attending to Meluan and the household.

A legendary figure from ancient times, once a great hero who became the leader of the Chandrian...

A nobleman at the Maer's court, participating in court politics and social events.

Lanre's beloved wife in ancient times, a skilled namer whose death led to Lanre's transformation...

A powerful nobleman in Vintas, ruler of Severen and one of the most influential men in the realm....

An elderly Adem teacher at Haert, one of the senior instructors in the school.

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

A serving girl at the Eolian who helps run the tavern and serves the customers and performers.

A serving girl at the Eolian, working to serve drinks and food to patrons.

A skilled bowman hired for the expedition against the bandits, quiet and professional.

Master of Medicine at the University, skilled in healing arts and medical knowledge.

Denna's mysterious patron who supports her but may have darker intentions. His true identity...

Master of Sympathy at the University, responsible for teaching the principles of sympathetic magic.

Master of Naming at the University, eccentric and unpredictable with deep knowledge of the ancient...

Master of Rhetoric at the University, often antagonistic toward Kvothe and quick to find fault.

Master of Artificing at the University, a large man with great skill in creating magical devices...

Master Archivist of the University, stern guardian of the Archives with vast knowledge of books and...

A noblewoman of the powerful Lackless family, beautiful and intelligent, the object of the Maer's...

A medical student at the University with skills in healing and a practical, no-nonsense attitude.

Other travelers Kvothe encounters on his journey back to civilization from Ademre.

New students who have arrived at the University since Kvothe's absence.

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

An Adem student who challenges Kvothe's worthiness, skeptical of outsiders learning their ways.

A young Adem woman who becomes Kvothe's friend and occasional lover during his time at Haert.

A courtier at Severen, involved in the complex social dynamics of the Maer's court.

A mysterious figure who lives deep in the Archives, surrounded by books and speaking in cryptic...

A legendary Adem warrior from history, mentioned in stories and teachings at Haert.

Ordinary bandits plaguing the roads before Cinder's supernatural group is encountered.

A University student studying artificing under Master Kilvin, working on various magical devices...

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

An ancient figure of great power and sight, enemy of Lanre and founding member of the Amyr seeking...

Various nobles attending the Maer's court, participating in politics and social events.

The leader of the Adem school at Haert, an elderly woman of great wisdom and martial skill who...

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

The captain of a ship that transports Kvothe during his journey back from Ademre.

The crew of the ship that carries Kvothe, working under the captain.

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

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

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

The proprietor of the Eolian tavern, who maintains order and oversees the musical performances and...

The Maer's loyal manservant, devoted and protective of his master's interests and wellbeing.

A figure from religious legend, associated with justice and the pursuit of demons, worshipped by...

An Adem mercenary hired to help hunt the bandits, skilled in their unique martial arts and...

An ancient, malevolent oracle bound within a tree in the Fae realm, knowing all possible futures...

Another musician at the Eolian, part of the regular performance roster.

The collective body of University Masters who make decisions about students and policies.

A skilled musician performing at the Eolian, one of the regular entertainers.

Kvothe's Adem teacher in the martial arts, a skilled warrior who becomes his lover and guide to...

A giller (helper) in the Archives, who assists with organizing and maintaining the vast collection...

Nobles from various parts of Vintas who interact with or visit the Maer's court.

A performer at the Eolian, part of the musical community that Kvothe interacts with upon his return...

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