Stephen King
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| Rating | 4.52/5 |
| Total Ratings | 999,511 |
| Reviews | 56,459 |
| 5 Star Rating | 680,016 (68%) |
| Genres | Epic Fantasy, High Fantasy |
| Award | Locus Award Nominee, Compton Crook Award Nominee, Grand Prix de l’Imaginaire Nominee |
| Pages | 650 |
The Name of the Wind Characters
| Character Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Kvothe | A skilled musician and brilliant student with a tragic past and great ambition. |
| Denna | Mysterious and beautiful, she shares a deep connection with Kvothe but remains elusive. |
| Bast | Kvothe’s loyal and mischievous assistant at the Waystone Inn, not entirely human. |
| Chronicler | A skilled scribe recording Kvothe’s life story at the Waystone Inn. |
| Master Elodin | Eccentric master at the University, fascinated by Naming magic. |
| Ambrose Jackis | Arrogant and wealthy University student who becomes Kvothe’s rival. |
| Master Lorren | Head Librarian at the University and strict keeper of the Archives. |
| Simmon | Kvothe’s loyal and kind-hearted friend at the University. |
| Wilem | Kvothe’s reserved and intelligent friend who works in the Archives. |
| Auri | Fragile and enigmatic girl living in the Underthing beneath the University. |
| Master Hemme | Strict and harsh teacher at the University, dislikes Kvothe. |
| Master Kilvin | Head of the Artificery, wise and practical with a talent for crafting. |
| Devi | Moneylender in Imre, cunning and powerful with a fierce reputation. |
| Abenthy (Ben) | Kvothe’s first teacher, traveling Arcanist who introduces him to magic. |
| Arliden | Kvothe’s father, a traveling performer and storyteller. |
| Laurian | Kvothe’s mother, a gentle and caring presence in his life. |
| Master Arwyl | Kind master of Physicking at the University, good healer. |
| Fela | University student with a talent for sympathy and a gentle nature. |
| Stanchion | Eolian bouncer and judge, known for his fairness in music competitions. |
| Deoch | Friendly bartender at the Eolian, big and jovial. |
| Threpe | A patron of the arts who helps Kvothe secure his talent pipes. |
| Count Threpe | Kind nobleman and lover of music, supports Kvothe’s ambitions. |
| Master Mandrag | Master Rhetorician at the University, teaches debate and logic. |
| Anker | The owner of Anker’s, an inn where Kvothe plays music. |
| Tahl | A traveling musician and a part of Kvothe’s past troupe. |
| Skarpi | Old storyteller in Tarbean who tells Kvothe about the Chandrian. |
| Sovoy | Wealthy University student and friend of Simmon. |
| Jax | A legendary character in Auri’s story about the moon and a great power. |
| Caudicus | Royal alchemist with connections to Maer Alveron. |
| Maer Alveron | A powerful nobleman whom Kvothe helps during his travels. |
| Meluan Lackless | A noblewoman with a mysterious connection to Kvothe’s past. |
| Tempi | A stoic Adem mercenary who teaches Kvothe about the Lethani. |
| Vashet | Adem warrior who trains Kvothe in their ways and philosophy. |
| Shehyn | Leader of the Adem mercenaries and a wise teacher. |
| Celean | An Adem warrior Kvothe encounters during his training. |
| Penthe | Young Adem girl and warrior-in-training with a gentle nature. |
| Carceret | Hostile and skeptical Adem mercenary. |
| Haliax | Mysterious leader of the Chandrian, feared by many. |
| Cinder | Ruthless and cruel member of the Chandrian. |
| Ferule | One of the Chandrian, known for his dark demeanor. |
| Alveron’s Steward | A loyal and helpful aide to Maer Alveron. |
| Bredon | Nobleman in Maer Alveron’s court who teaches Kvothe the game of Tak. |
| Denna’s Patron | Mysterious nobleman who supports Denna financially. |
| The Smith’s Prentice | Arrogant and cruel youth in Tarbean who bullies Kvothe. |
| Master Brandeur | Master Linguist at the University, teaches multiple languages. |
| The Tinker | Traveling merchant who sells Kvothe some valuable goods. |
| Master Elxa Dal | Master Namer at the University, skilled in subtle magic. |
| Reta | Kvothe’s young sister in his traveling troupe. |
| Aleph | Ancient figure in the story of creation and Naming. |
| Kilvin’s Assistant | Artificer student helping in Kilvin’s workshop. |
| Master Josn | Skilled musician and member of Kvothe’s troupe. |
| Ortuhn | Powerful man from Tarbean who assaults Kvothe in an alley. |
| The Bent Man | Elderly beggar in Tarbean who helps Kvothe survive. |
| The Tailor | Old man who mends Kvothe’s clothes while he’s in Tarbean. |
| Nina | Young woman who seeks out Kvothe for information about the Chandrian. |
| Hespe | Female mercenary in Maer Alveron’s employ, with whom Kvothe bonds. |
| Dedan | Strong and brash mercenary in Maer Alveron’s employ. |
| Marten | Skilled hunter in Maer Alveron’s employ, friendly and experienced. |
| Graham | Blacksmith in Tarbean, helps Kvothe when he’s young. |
| The Draccus | A dragon-like creature that terrorizes a small village. |
| Thalia | Member of Kvothe’s troupe who teaches him acrobatics. |
| Pike | Bully in Tarbean who repeatedly torments young Kvothe. |
| Master Sleet | Wealthy and shady dealer in Tarbean, sells rare items. |
| Magwyn | Elderly woman in Ademre, respected for her wisdom. |
| Roent | Farmer who helps Kvothe after his battle with the Draccus. |
| Savien Traliard | Legendary hero and tragic figure in a popular play. |
| Prince Gallant | Fictional romantic hero whom Kvothe mimics in a play. |
| Master Jarret | Fencing master at the University, teaches swordsmanship. |
| Master Shef | Cook at the University, strict about kitchen rules. |
| Encanis | Demon from old stories, an antagonist to Tehlu. |
| Tehlu | Deity figure worshipped in the Four Corners. |
| Master Namer | Master skilled in the art of Naming at the University. |
| Felurian | Mysterious fae woman known for her beauty and seductive powers. |
| Jax (Taborlin the Great) | Legendary hero who features in many tales and songs. |
| Master Physicker | Doctor at the University, deals with medical emergencies. |
| Aethe | Mercenary in Maer Alveron’s employ. |
| Sheer | City guard who questions Kvothe in Tarbean. |
| Gaskin | Student at the University, acquaintance of Kvothe. |
| Master Archivist | Senior figure responsible for managing the University Archives. |
| The Chancellor | The leader of the University, respected and influential. |
| The Constable | Authority figure in Tarbean who keeps order. |
| The Old Man | A mysterious figure Kvothe sees while traveling. |
| The Fisherman | Old man in a village who gives Kvothe advice. |
| The Innkeeper | Owner of the inn where Kvothe stays temporarily. |
| The Baker | Woman who sells Kvothe food in Tarbean. |
| Ben’s Wife | A kind woman who welcomes Kvothe into their home. |
| Alveron’s Guards | Loyal guards who protect Maer Alveron. |
| The Bouncer | A rough man guarding the entrance of a Tarbean inn. |
| The Barmaid | Woman who serves drinks at Anker’s Inn. |
| The Playwright | Author of plays that Kvothe studies to improve his acting. |
| The Student Clerk | University clerk who helps Kvothe find information. |
| The Beggar | Old beggar Kvothe meets in Tarbean while trying to survive. |
| The Cobbler | Man who repairs Kvothe’s worn-out shoes. |
| The Sailor | Rough man Kvothe encounters on his travels. |
| The Farmer’s Daughter | Young girl in a village Kvothe passes through. |
| The Mender | Local healer in a small village who tends to wounds. |
| The Jeweler | Merchant who appraises Kvothe’s ring in Tarbean. |
| The Stablehand | Young boy taking care of horses at an inn. |
| The Weaver | Man who sells Kvothe fabric to repair his |
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