A powerful highprince struggling with alcoholism and haunting visions from the Stormfather

Dalinar's deceased first wife, whose memory haunts him through his visions

Dalinar's deceased brother, the former king whose death triggered the events of the series

Former soldier turned ardent who serves as Dalinar's spiritual advisor

The Unmade responsible for the Thrill that drove Dalinar's past violence and bloodlust

Dalinar's ward and trusted scribe, handling sensitive correspondence

Ancient and powerful spren of storms, bonded to Dalinar and source of his visions