
Hammond
SupportingHammond stands as a muscular soldier of impressive but not massive build, his beefy arms well-sculpted and powerful enough that even a Feruchemist must exceed them to appear larger, conveying raw strength honed through combat. His close-cropped hair sticks up slightly on his head, and he wears his signature loose sleeveless shirt and vest with trousers that bare his arms to the Luthadel ash, a large sword with broken hilt often resting casually on one broad shoulder. Fair-skinned with a reliable, beefy physique and a stance that mixes soldierly readiness with occasional forlorn thoughtfulness, he perfectly embodies a capable thug and crew philosopher ready for action in the Final Empire.
Hammond, affectionately known as Ham, emerges in *The Final Empire* as Kelsier's quintessential thug—a beefy, battle-hardened soldier whose raw strength and philosophical musings bolster the rebellion against the Lord Ruler. In *The Well of Ascension*, he seamlessly transitions into Elend Venture's steadfast captain of the guard, offering unflinching military counsel amid the escalating siege of Luthadel and the chaotic unraveling of skaa leadership. Throughout, Ham's imposing physique and reliable presence evolve from crew muscle to a pivotal defender of the fledgling New Empire, embodying the series' shift from revolutionary fervor to precarious governance.
Physical Description
Hammond stands as a muscular soldier of impressive but not massive build, his beefy arms well-sculpted and powerful enough that even a Feruchemist must exceed them to appear larger, conveying raw strength honed through combat. His close-cropped hair sticks up slightly on his head, and he wears his signature loose sleeveless shirt and vest with trousers that bare his arms to the Luthadel ash, a large sword with broken hilt often resting casually on one broad shoulder. Fair-skinned with a reliable, beefy physique and a stance that mixes soldierly readiness with occasional forlorn thoughtfulness, he perfectly embodies a capable thug and crew philosopher ready for action in the Final Empire. A large, imposing man with a beefy, muscular frame and the powerful build of a seasoned warrior, Hammond carries himself with the easy confidence of a fighter who relies on raw strength. He dresses simply in a vest over a shirt with trousers and sandals, ignoring harsh winter weather by forgoing any cloak or coat. His sturdy physique, beefy arms, and straightforward presence paint him as a reliable, battle-hardened thug ready for action at any moment.
Gallery
Book 1: Mistborn: The Final Empire
Book 2: The Well of Ascension
Evolution
Mistborn: The Final Empire
Hammond stands as a muscular soldier of impressive but not massive build, his beefy arms well-sculpted and powerful enough that even a Feruchemist must exceed them to appear larger, conveying raw strength honed through combat. His close-cropped hair sticks up slightly on his head, and he wears his signature loose sleeveless shirt and vest with trousers that bare his arms to the Luthadel ash, a large sword with broken hilt often resting casually on one broad shoulder. Fair-skinned with a reliable, beefy physique and a stance that mixes soldierly readiness with occasional forlorn thoughtfulness, he perfectly embodies a capable thug and crew philosopher ready for action in the Final Empire.
- Serves as Kelsier's primary thug, providing muscle and training for the skaa army rebellion.
- Philosophizes with the crew on topics like logic and violence during planning sessions.
- Fights alongside Kelsier in key skirmishes, showcasing his combat prowess with his signature broken-hilt sword.
- Survives the climactic assault on Kredik Shaw, witnessing the Lord Ruler's fall.
The Well of Ascension
A large, imposing man with a beefy, muscular frame and the powerful build of a seasoned warrior, Hammond carries himself with the easy confidence of a fighter who relies on raw strength. He dresses simply in a vest over a shirt with trousers and sandals, ignoring harsh winter weather by forgoing any cloak or coat. His sturdy physique, beefy arms, and straightforward presence paint him as a reliable, battle-hardened thug ready for action at any moment.
- Becomes Elend Venture's captain of the guard, defending Luthadel against invading armies.
- Advises Elend on military strategy during the siege by Straff and Cett.
- Interrogates captured soldiers and helps uncover the koloss threat.
- Participates in the chaotic Assembly debates, supporting Elend's leadership.
- Fights in the defense against koloss hordes, leveraging his warrior skills.
Relationships
Ham starts as Kelsier's loyal thug and crewmember in Book 1, providing security, training, and frontline muscle for the rebellion; this direct working relationship fades after Kelsier's death, transitioning Ham's role without further evolution in Book 2.
Ham evolves from a peripheral revolutionary contact into Elend's close ally and trusted captain of the guard in Book 2, offering military advice, protection, and steadfast support during Luthadel's sieges and political turmoil.
Key Events
Book Appearances
Mistborn: The Final Empire
The Well of Ascension