Cosmere Characters Trivia Quiz

Answer: Raoden, Sarene, Hrathen

In "Elantris" (2005), Prince Raoden, once destined for greatness, is struck by a mysterious curse and cast into the rotting city of Elantris, once a great marvel of light and power, but where the fallen now live in eternal agony. Outside its walls, the clever and determined Princess Sarene arrives to marry Raoden, only to find herself (supposedly) widowed and embroiled in political intrigue. Meanwhile, Hrathen, a zealous high priest of Shu-Dereth, schemes to convert the kingdom of Arelon before an impending invasion.

Their intersecting struggles reveal secrets that could restore - or doom - the magical city.

Answer: Vin, Kelsier, Sazed

"Mistborn: The Final Empire" (2006) is set in a world ruled by ash and oppression where Vin, a wary street thief, discovers she possesses 'allomantic' powers fueled by metals. She joins Kelsier, a charismatic rebel leader with a vendetta against the immortal tyrant known as The Lord Ruler. Alongside them is Sazed, a scholarly Terrisman Keeper who preserves ancient knowledge and wields 'feruchemy' - a magic of storing attributes.

As Vin learns to trust and master her abilities, the crew's daring plan to topple the empire uncovers truths that shake the foundations of prophecy, faith, and power.

Answer: Siri, Vivenna, Lightsong, Vasher

In "Warbreaker" (2009), two royal sisters, Siri (impulsive and free-spirited) and Vivenna (disciplined and dutiful) are thrust into the vibrant city of Hallandren, where magic thrives on color and breath. Siri becomes the reluctant bride of the enigmatic God King, while Vivenna seeks to rescue her.

Their paths cross with Lightsong, a cynical god questioning his divinity, and Vasher, a grim swordsman wielding the sentient blade Nightblood. Behind the scenes, mercenary Denth manipulates events toward chaos, forcing each to confront faith, choice, and sacrifice.

Answer: Kaladin, Shallan, Dalinar, Szeth

On the storm-lashed world of Roshar in "The Way of Kings" (2010), Kaladin, a broken soldier turned slave, fights to protect those who cannot protect themselves. Shallan, a brilliant but secretive scholar, seeks forbidden knowledge to save her family, while Dalinar, a high prince haunted by visions, struggles to unite his fractured kingdom. As war rages against the Parshendi and treachery from men like Sadeas festers within, ancient powers stir, and the forgotten oaths of the Knights Radiant may be the world's only hope.

"The Way of Kings" is the first book in "The Stormlight Archive" series.

Answer: Waxillium, Wayne, Marasi, Miles

"The Alloy of Law" (2011) takes place centuries after the fall of the Lord Ruler (in the original "Mistborn" trilogy), and lawman Waxillium Ladrian returns from the frontier to a city steeped in corruption. With his witty partner Wayne and sharp-minded constable Marasi, Wax hunts Miles Hundredlives, a ruthless gang leader whose regenerative powers make him nearly unstoppable.

Their pursuit uncovers a conspiracy that threatens to upend the fragile balance between progress and tradition.

Answer: Shai, Gaotona, Ashravan

Set on the same world as "Elantris", "The Emperor's Soul" (2012) follows Shai, a master forger who can rewrite reality with intricate magical stamps. Captured for her crimes, she faces execution unless she can craft a new soul for the comatose emperor Ashravan in mere days. Under the watchful eye of Gaotona, an advisor torn between duty and doubt, Shai races against time, exploring the essence of identity and the artistry of creation.

Answer: Silence, William Ann, Chesterton

"Shadows for Silence in the Forests of Hell" (2015) takes place in a forest haunted by vengeful shades where Silence Montane, a hardened bounty hunter and innkeeper, risks everything to protect her family. Her adopted daughter William Ann aids her in running the inn, while Chesterton Divide, a notorious highwayman, becomes entangled in her dangerous schemes. Silence's pursuit of ruthless outlaws draws them deeper into the cursed woods, where human treachery and supernatural horror intertwine, forcing her to gamble her life - and those she loves - against death itself.

Answer: Kenton, Khrissalla

The graphic novel "White Sand" (2016) takes place on a desert world divided between eternal day and night where Kenton, a stubborn sand master, survives a massacre that decimates his order. Struggling to prove his worth, he allies with Khriss, a scholar from the dark side, whose quest for knowledge uncovers secrets that could shift the balance of power. Amid political intrigue and deadly rivalries, Kenton must master his magic - or see his people fall.

Answer: Lift, Wyndle, Nale

"Edgedancer" (2017) follows Lift, a mischievous and fiercely independent girl gifted with Surgebinding through her bond with the spren Wyndle, races to save a life from Darkness - the immortal executioner Nale - who enforces justice with merciless precision. Her journey through a war-torn land forces her to grow beyond her carefree nature, embracing responsibility and the strange powers that set her apart.

This story takes place between "The Stormlight Archive" novels "Words of Radiance" (Book 2) and "Oathbringer" (Book 3).

Answer: Rysn, Cord, Lopen, Nikli

In "Dawnshard" (2020), merchant Rysn, determined despite her disability, embarks on a perilous voyage with her crew and the fearless Cord, a Horneater warrior. Among her companions is Lopen, the ever-cheerful and resourceful Windrunner, whose humor masks his growing sense of responsibility. Their journey takes a sinister turn when they encounter Nikli, a mysterious Sleepless whose motives are shrouded in secrecy. As natural dangers and ancient forces converge, Rysn must confront truths tied to the Dawnshards - artifacts of unimaginable power that could reshape Roshar itself.

This story takes place between "The Stormlight Archive" novels "Oathbringer" (Book 3) and "Rhythm of War" (Book 4).