Dalinar's elder son and accomplished duelist wielding the Shardblade Mayalaran. Fashionable,...

Chosen by the Almighty through visions to unite the highprinces and prepare for the True...

Paranoid king who sees spren and patterns others cannot. His fears about assassination may be...

Alethi highprince who participates in the plateau runs and war against the Parshendi. Generally...

Alethi highprince involved in the war on the Shattered Plains. Participates in the plateau runs and...

Bridgeman who has discovered extraordinary abilities during times of extreme need. His connection...

Brilliant artifabrian whose research into spren and fabrials may unlock secrets of the ancient...

Proves his courage at the Battle of the Tower despite his physical limitations. Shows potential for...

Ambitious highprince who competes with Dalinar for influence on the Shattered Plains. His true...

Soldier serving under Kaladin who becomes a casualty in the battle. His death weighs on Kaladin's...

Darkeyes resident of Hearthstone who knew the family before Kaladin left for war. Shows the...

Ancient warrior who created illusions and transformed objects in Dalinar's visions. Part of the old...

Knight Radiant captain seen in Dalinar's visions leading forces against ancient enemies. Shows the...

Ancient warrior seen flying in Dalinar's visions. Shows incredible powers from the days before the...

Red spren that boil up from the ground around angry people. Appear as small pools of red light that...

Spren that appear around people feeling excited anticipation. Often seen at dueling matches and...

Ardent who works as a scribe in the Palanaeum, copying and preserving texts for future generations...

Bridgeman who becomes part of Bridge Four's transformed culture under Kaladin. Shows growth from...

Officer responsible for supplies and logistics in the Alethi army. Manages the flow of equipment,...

Military surgeon who treats wounded soldiers at the warcamps. Shows the medical infrastructure...

Ardent scholar at the Palanaeum who assists with research and maintaining the vast collection of...

Ardent scholar who studies the stars and celestial movements. Part of the scientific tradition in...

Spren that appear around moments of awe and wonder. Manifest when people witness something truly...

Large, crab-like hunting creatures used by the Alethi nobility for sport and companionship. Have...

Ancient Knight Radiant seen in Dalinar's visions from the past. Represents the honor and power of...

Shallan's brother who has disturbing habits of torturing small creatures. Shows signs of the...

Soldier in Kaladin's original squad who fights alongside him in the battle. Represents the common...

Bridgeman who dies in one of the early bridge runs under Kaladin's leadership. His death affects...

Criminal connected to the Davar family's illegal dealings. Part of the dangerous network that Lin...

Slave trader who transports Kaladin to the Shattered Plains. Represents the brutal business of...

Leader of Bridge Eight crew who resents Bridge Four's improved treatment under Kaladin. Represents...

Members of Bridge Fifteen crew who suffer under the deadly bridge runs. Show the widespread nature...

Bridgemen serving in Bridge Nineteen who endure the same deadly conditions as other bridge crews at...

Leader of Bridge Seventeen who struggles with the high mortality rate of his crew. Shows some...

Leader of Bridge Twelve who views Bridge Four's improvements with suspicion and envy. Represents...

Lighteyes woman at the warcamp who participates in the social hierarchy. Represents the female...

Captain of the ship that transports Shallan to Kharbranth. Experienced sailor who knows the waters...

Young, inexperienced spearman in Kaladin's squad facing his first real battle. Terrified but trying...

Massive crustacean-like creatures that live in the chasms of the Shattered Plains. Hunted for their...

Large, slow-moving crustacean creatures used as beasts of burden. Have thick shells and are...

Typical windspren that appear around moving air and breezes. Unlike Syl, they show normal spren...

Spren that appear around people engaged in deep concentration and focused thought. Common in...

Spren that manifest around people displaying confidence and self-assurance. Common around...

Soldier in Kaladin's squad who fights in the battle against Parshendi forces. Shows the bonds...

Officer in Dalinar's army who serves as a liaison and messenger. Represents the professional...

Spren attracted to acts of creation and artistry. Appear around Shallan when she draws, manifesting...

Shard of Adonalsium that represents growth and change. Mentioned as being present on Roshar...

Simple-minded bridgeman who doesn't speak much but follows orders faithfully. Shows hidden depths...

Soldier in Sadeas's army who oversees some of the bridge crews. Shows the military hierarchy that...

Loyal sergeant who dies trying to help Kaladin protect the squad. His death represents the loss of...

Navani's assistant and scribe who helps with her research into fabrials and ancient technology....

Relative of the Davar family who could potentially claim their estate if Lin Davar defaults on his...

Dark spren that appear around death and dying. Manifest as black, smoky figures that hover near...

Spren that appear around feelings of revulsion and disgust. Manifest as green, writhing forms that...

Bridgeman from Sebarial's warcamp who transferred to Bridge Four. Quiet but reliable member of the...

Young bridgeman in Bridge Four who dies during one of the early plateau runs. His death affects the...

Captain of King Elhokar's personal guard who takes the king's security very seriously. Concerned...

Young lighteyes who participates in dueling and social events. Represents the younger generation of...

Young bridgeman who looks up to Kaladin as a leader and protector. Shows enthusiasm for Bridge...

Spren that appear around people who are extremely tired or drained. Common among the bridge crews...

Purple spren that manifest around people experiencing fear. Appear as writhing shadows or dark...

Scout and spy who works for various Alethi highprinces. Worldly and experienced, he provides...

Fire-based spren that appear around flames and heat. More common and visible than other types of...

Another guard in the slave caravan who helps maintain control over the human cargo being...

Bridgeman in Bridge Four who survives the early plateau runs and becomes part of Kaladin's trusted...

Visionary king who united Alethkar and had knowledge of the coming Desolation. In Dalinar's...

Reformed bridge sergeant who comes to respect Kaladin's leadership. His treatment of bridgemen...

Golden spren that appear around moments of triumph and achievement. Often seen during dueling...

Lighteyes conspirator who approaches Moash about joining a plot against King Elhokar. Member of a...

Supervising officer in charge of the bridge crews at Sadeas's warcamp. Harsh disciplinarian who...

Officer in Dalinar's army who serves in various military capacities. Shows the professional...

Shallan's eldest brother who left home to seek his fortune. The family hopes he will return with...

Former nurse who cared for Helaran when he was young. Part of the Davar household staff from better...

Kaladin's mother, a kind woman who supported her family through difficult times. Taught Kaladin to...

One of the ten Alethi highprinces fighting in the war. Generally follows the majority opinion among...

Alethi highprince who questions Dalinar's visions and adherence to the Codes. Part of the political...

Alethi highprince participating in the Shattered Plains campaign. Part of the complex political...

One of the ten Alethi highprinces, known for his focus on commerce and profit over military glory....

One of the Alethi highprinces participating in the war against the Parshendi. Part of the political...

Ardent who specializes in historical research and the preservation of past events. Helps maintain...

Bridgeman who becomes injured in a bridge run, losing the use of his legs. Despite his disability,...

Woman who was married to Hobber before he became a bridgeman. Represents the families left behind...

Immortal Worldhopper with agenda spanning multiple worlds. Possesses magical abilities and vast...

Ancient power that once held dominion over honor and oaths. His essence persists in the storms and...

Spren that appear around people who are very hungry or starving. Common among slaves and poor...

Wife of Highprince Sadeas and skilled political manipulator. Works behind the scenes to advance her...

Wife of Highprince Sadeas and skilled political manipulator. Works behind the scenes to advance her...

Lighteyes woman at the warcamps who takes part in social events and political maneuvering among the...

Inkspren bonded to Jasnah Kholin, appearing as moving ink in her drawings and writings. Enables her...

Young lighteyes duelist who competes in the dueling yards. Friend and rival to Adolin in the...

Bridgeman who becomes part of Bridge Four's inner circle. Shows reliability in combat and loyalty...

Soulcaster capable of transforming materials, particularly skilled at turning objects to smoke....

Young man from Hearthstone who knew Kaladin's family. Shows the tight-knit nature of small town...

Member of Kaladin's military squad who participates in the battle. Another soldier Kaladin feels...

Golden spren that appear around genuine happiness and joy. Float upward like glowing motes when...

Shallan's brother who has developed gambling problems as an escape from their family's...

Charming ardent who befriends Shallan and helps with her studies. Shows genuine care for her...

Lighteyes woman who participates in warcamp society. Part of the social structure and political...

Head ardent at the Palanaeum in Kharbranth who oversees the great library's operations. Scholarly...

Guards who patrol Kharbranth and maintain order in the city. Part of the peaceful military force in...

Keeper of an inn where scholars and visitors stay while in Kharbranth. Provides accommodation for...

Trader who conducts business in Kharbranth's markets. Represents the commercial activity that...

Official who oversees ships arriving at Kharbranth harbor. Shows the bureaucratic structure of the...

Medical professional working in Kharbranth's hospitals. Shows the advanced medical knowledge...

Soldier in the Alethi army who participates in plateau runs. Represents the common soldiers...

Bridgeman who becomes one of Bridge Four's steady members. Reliable and courageous, develops strong...

Assistant to Hashal in overseeing the bridge crews. Shows particular cruelty toward the bridgemen...

Now married to Roshone after her father's death, showing how political changes affect personal...

Bridgeman who joins Kaladin's inner circle in Bridge Four. Shows courage in battle and loyalty to...

Green spren that appear around growing things and acts of healing. Attracted to medical work and...

Father whose troubled past and dangerous associations brought tragedy to the Davar household. The...

Kaladin's father, a surgeon in the small town of Hearthstone. Pacifist who taught Kaladin medical...

Spren that appear around logical thinking and reasoning. Often manifest in scholarly debates and...

Slave on the same transport as Kaladin heading to the Shattered Plains. Shows the variety of people...

One-armed Herdazian bridgeman with an irrepressible spirit and constant jokes. Always refers to...

Lighteyes man who competes in dueling and participates in warcamp politics. Shows the competitive...

Spren that appear around moments of good fortune and luck. Often seen during gambling and games of...

Former Davar family guard who was involved in the household's darker activities. Connected to the...

Bridge Four member who embraces the crew's transformation under Kaladin's guidance. Shows courage...

Bridgeman in Bridge Four who earned his nickname for his ability to remember and navigate terrain....

Criminal associate connected to the Davar family's illegal activities. Represents the dangerous...

Soldier in Dalinar's forces who participates in plateau runs. Shows the rank-and-file perspective...

Ardent who specializes in mathematical studies and calculations. Shows the breadth of scholarly...

Brightlord who served as Kaladin's commander before events that led to Kaladin's current situation....

Ardents who serve the military by providing religious services and maintaining morale among the...

Resident of Hearthstone who interacts with Kaladin's family. Part of the community that watched...

Bridgeman whose grandparents were killed in King Elhokar's training grounds by negligent lighteyes....

Moash's grandfather who was killed during King Elhokar's training accident. His death at the hands...

Moash's grandmother who died alongside her husband in King Elhokar's training grounds. Her death...

Ghostblood agent who reveals himself to Shallan after Kabsal's death. Mysterious figure with...

Bridgeman in Bridge Four who shows steady improvement under Kaladin's training. Develops strong...

Spren that appear around music and song. Dance and move in rhythm with melodies and harmonies.

Member of Kaladin's original military squad who dies in the battle, showing the cost of war and...

Elderly woman from Hearthstone who knew Kaladin as a child. Represents the maternal figures in his...

Bridgeman who becomes part of Kaladin's inner circle in Bridge Four. Shows courage and growing...

Bridge Four member who adapts well to Kaladin's leadership style. Shows courage in battle and...

Ancient king and author of The Way of Kings seen in Dalinar's visions. Wrote about leadership,...

Horneater with family in the Peaks. Reveals he comes from a family of alchemists and has some...

Ancient enemy mentioned in Dalinar's visions as the force that destroyed the Knights Radiant and...

Orange spren that appear around people experiencing physical or emotional pain. Look like small...

Scholar who assists in the great library of Kharbranth, helping researchers access the vast...

Strange pattern-like spren that Shallan occasionally glimpses. Its nature and purpose remain...

Bridge Four member who adapts to Kaladin's leadership and the crew's evolving purpose. Shows...

Bridgeman who initially doubts Kaladin but becomes a loyal member of Bridge Four. Shows growth from...

Officer in the Alethi military who serves under one of the highprince armies. Shows the military...

Ardent scholar who studies philosophy and engages in theological debates. Represents the...

Spren that appear around falling rain and wet weather. Manifest as tiny blue lights that dance in...

Accomplished duelist who challenges others in the dueling yards. Part of the competitive lighteyes...

Townsman from Hearthstone who knew Kaladin's family. Represents the community Kaladin left behind...

Roshone's son who dies in an accident, leading to further tension between the citylord and Lirin...

Bridgeman in Bridge Four who benefits from Kaladin's medical knowledge and leadership. Shows...

Bitter citylord whose son's death has made him even more hostile toward Lirin's family. His actions...

Spren that appear around decay and disease. Often seen as small, flying insects that swarm around...

Servant in the Davar household who serves the family loyally despite their declining fortunes....

Ward who has discovered she possesses unusual abilities involving light and transformation....

Spren that appear around people experiencing shame or guilt. Manifest as falling white specks, like...

Parshman who shows occasional flickers of independence and awareness that suggest the parshmen may...

Quiet, thoughtful Azish bridgeman with an education. Former student of Hoid the Worldsinger,...

Young bridgeman who initially resents Kaladin's leadership but comes to respect him. Becomes one of...

Spren that appear around people who are very tired or falling asleep. Look like small, moving...

Spren associated with storms and weather. Appear during highstorms and around stormy weather,...

Mysterious spren who appears to Kaladin, seeming more aware and intelligent than typical windspren....

Shin man dressed in white who possesses Surgebinding powers over Adhesion and Gravitation. Bound by...

Guard working for the slave traders who helps transport slaves to the warcamps. Shows the...

Former soldier whose family were secret Envisagers - people who believed in the return of the...

Veteran officer in Dalinar's army, experienced in both traditional warfare and plateau runs. Shows...

Scribe and assistant who works with the highprince families. Intelligent woman involved in...

Cognitive shadow of Honor, the Shard of Adonalsium. Reveals himself as the source of Dalinar's...

Kaladin's beloved younger brother who joined the military. His fate deeply affects Kaladin and...

Spren that appear around scholarly work and intense study. Often seen in libraries and places of...

Thaylen slaver who owns Kaladin and other slaves being transported to the Shattered Plains. Shows...

Ancient spren seen in Dalinar's visions of the past, including windspren, flamespren, and others...

Kaladin's childhood friend from Hearthstone who knew him before he was conscripted. Represents the...

Scholar who researches the Voidbringers and ancient threats. Works alongside Jasnah to understand...

Parshman slaves who perform labor throughout the warcamps. Considered docile and unintelligent,...

Large predatory creature with white spines along its back. Dangerous beast that lives on the...

One of Shallan's younger brothers, scholarly like her but worn down by their family's troubles and...

Former citylord of Hearthstone who treated Lirin's family well. His death brings Roshone to power...

Bridgeman in Bridge Four who dies during a plateau run. Another casualty that reinforces the deadly...

Sailor aboard the ship that brings Shallan to Kharbranth. Friendly and helpful, he provides...

Soldier serving in Dalinar's forces who shows loyalty to the Kholin military tradition and...