In This Chapter
Dalinar Kholin
Also known as: The Blackthorn
Highprince who questions old ways of war. His adherence to the Codes makes other highprinces view him as weak. Visions grow more intense and detailed.
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Previously Seen
Adolin Kholin
Dalinar's elder son and accomplished duelist. Fashionable and popular among lighteyes but loyal to his father despite doubts about the visions.
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Cenn
Young, inexperienced spearman in Kaladin's squad. First time in real combat and terrified.
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Gaz
Bridge crew overseer with one eye. Takes bribes and treats bridgemen as expendable. Seems to have his own pressures and fears.
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Jasnah Kholin
Brilliant scholar researching ancient history with unusual intensity. Has taken Shallan as ward. Demonstrates mysterious abilities during emergency.
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Kaladin
Also known as: Kal, Stormblessed
Bridgeman who has started to care for Bridge Four despite himself. Shows medical knowledge from his father's training. Natural leader emerging from despair.
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Shallan Davar
Jasnah's new ward studying in Kharbranth. Talented artist with exceptional memory. Pursuing scholarship while harboring hidden agenda.
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Sylphrena
Also known as: Syl
Increasingly self-aware windspren who acts unlike any normal spren. Can change size and appearance. Shows deep concern for Kaladin's wellbeing.
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Szeth-son-son-Vallano
Also known as: Assassin in White
Shin man dressed in white who possesses strange powers over gravity. Bound by mysterious oaths to obey whoever holds his oathstone.