Chapter:Eight - Thieves, Heretics, and Whores (The Name of the Wind)

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Entering a small town, Kvothe’s troupe are met with mistrust from the mayor and constables. They have a writ which reverses the situation. Kvothe meets Ben and invites him to the troupe.

Characters

Characters physically appearing in the chapter

  • Kvothe refers to himself in the first person, as the narrator.
  • Arliden was Edema Ruh, and was supposedly a better actor and musician than any have ever seen. Supposedly lured his wife away from her old life with sweet music and sweeter words.
  • Laurian was Edema Ruh and had a gift for words.
  • Mayor of the town they’re performing in.
  • Trip was a juggler, often seen in jester’s motley.
  • Marion and his wife were puppeteers.
  • Abenthy was Kvothe’s first real teacher. An arcanist, tinker and peddler. Also called Ben.
  • Tom is the Mayor’s constable.

Characters mentioned in the chapter, but not physically present