Faces a personal crisis that forces him to examine his beliefs and define his own path

The corruption allows unique but unreliable glimpses of possible futures

His bond with a corrupted spren gives him unique but unreliable prophetic abilities

Dalinar's former friend who betrayed Kaladin and has been corrupted by an Unmade

A young soldier from Dalinar's flashback memories

Creates supernatural influence over the city's population

Mysterious swordswoman found in Kholinar with unusual abilities and weapons

Bridge Four member known for his distinctive facial hair and quiet nature

Alethi highprince who eventually joins Dalinar's coalition

Member of Bridge Four known for his reliability and steady demeanor

A brightness serving in various administrative capacities at Urithiru

Shows unexpected intelligence and tactical awareness during missions

Begins remembering his deceased wife Evi and the circumstances surrounding her death

A scribe working in the administrative offices

Loyal member of Bridge Four known for his dedication and combat skills

His memory serves as motivation for the surviving members to honor fallen friends

Shows surprising skill and dedication despite his rough appearance

Target of the rescue mission to Kholinar, struggling to maintain control of his city

Remembered by Venli as someone who sought understanding between humans and Listeners

A Bridge Four member learning military discipline

Remembered as a peaceful woman who tried to moderate Dalinar's violent tendencies

Joins Dalinar's coalition despite reservations, recognizing the threat to her kingdom

Remembered in flashbacks as someone who understood Dalinar's violent nature and used it

Former bridge sergeant who now serves in Shallan's retinue

Bridge Four member who was injured and now serves in support roles

Shows Dalinar the truth about the Recreance and the abandonment of oaths by the Knights Radiant

Develops into a competent warrior and shows potential for leadership

Young woman who becomes involved in Shallan's intelligence work

Helps Jasnah navigate the complexities of Shadesmar and Elsecaller transportation

A woman working within Urithiru's growing community

Uses her Elsecaller abilities to travel through Shadesmar and gather intelligence

Appears in Dalinar's visions as Honor shows the consequences of broken oaths

Struggles with Dalinar's claims about visions and direct communication with divine forces

Confronts his personal limitations and fears to access his full potential as a Knight Radiant

Another squire in Kaladin's group sent to Kholinar

One of several squires who accompanied Kaladin to Kholinar

A soldier accompanying the Kholinar expedition

A Bridge Four member adapting to military life

Thaylen naval officer involved in rescue operations during the Everstorm

Shows signs of bonding with a spren and developing Knight Radiant abilities

Joins the infiltration of Kholinar, providing crucial support with his skills and heritage

Female recruit to the growing Bridge Four organization, showing promise as a warrior

Shows concerning attitudes about destruction and the use of her dangerous powers

A soldier participating in the dangerous mission to Kholinar

Develops skill with weapons and shows tactical thinking

Participates in social and political activities within the tower

Adolin's deadeye shardblade, once a living spren

An ardent working in Urithiru

Works with Voidbringer forces, having completely abandoned his former loyalties

An Unmade associated with death and prophecy, causing Death Rattles

Mysterious Ghostblood agent with connections to worldhopping activities

A Bridge Four member adapting to life as a soldier

Believes that preventing the return of Knights Radiant will stop another Desolation

A newer Bridge Four member learning the ropes

Alethi highprince who participates in Dalinar's coalition meetings

Provides crucial support to Dalinar during his most difficult memories and visions

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

Provides Szeth with overwhelming destructive power while maintaining its own agenda

Ancient cosmic entity that has been imprisoned on Braize for millennia, now breaking free

Sebarial's mistress and a practical woman who helps with coalition logistics

Helps Shallan navigate the complexities of her multiple identities and investigation work

Younger member of Bridge Four who looks up to the veteran members

Shows courage in difficult situations and grows in confidence

Clashes with Shallan's other identities over proper behavior and decisions

One of the Unmade found corrupting the Kholinar palace, creating twisted shadow creatures

Member of Shallan's guard detail, known for his red hair

Handles correspondence and record-keeping for the coalition leadership

Struggles with his position between two peoples, serving humans while his kin become enemies

Proves himself as a dependable soldier in various operations

Makes breakthrough discoveries in fabrial technology

Alethi highprince skeptical of Dalinar's visions and coalition plans

Practical Alethi highprince known for his merchant background and pragmatic approach

Faces a crisis that threatens to overwhelm her carefully maintained multiple identities

Uses his wide knowledge to help train and organize the growing Bridge Four

One of the Unmade with the ability to corrupt spren, responsible for Renarin's unusual bond

Bridge Four member who serves as one of Kaladin's most trusted subordinates

Helps Kaladin overcome his limitations and access his full potential as a Knight Radiant

Learns about the history of Desolations and the cyclical nature of the conflict with Voidbringers

A leader from Dalinar's past during his days as the Blackthorn

Struggles with his past and his growing understanding of what it means to be a Knight Radiant

A young officer serving under Dalinar during his Blackthorn days

Proves invaluable in managing communications between highprinces

One of the ancient Fused, a powerful warrior with millennia of combat experience

Reveals more about Honor's final days and the true nature of the abandoned oaths

A Bridge Four member adjusting to his new role

A member of the Kholinar expedition team

Former deserter who now serves under Shallan's command

Shows competence in logistics and troop coordination

A guard captain in Kholinar's palace guard

Becomes more distinct and threatens to overwhelm Shallan's primary identity

Is forced to make choices that compromise her remaining humanity as she serves the Fused

Provides guidance and perspective during the darkest moments of the conflict

Shows competence in logistics and supply management