Mistborn · Character
Shan Elariel
Also known as Lady Shan Elariel, Shan, Lady Shan
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 18
A statuesque, immaculate aristocratic woman with a beautiful figure, long dark hair described as auburn, and keen dark eyes. In formal society she wears a lavender dress with matching bracelets and carries herself with self-important confidence.
- Gender
- female
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 18
- Books
- 1
Description
A statuesque, immaculate aristocratic woman with a beautiful figure, long dark hair described as auburn, and keen dark eyes. In formal society she wears a lavender dress with matching bracelets and carries herself with self-important confidence.
Connections
Family & partnersFriends & mentorsRivals
Elend Ventureformer betrothed
Shan was Elend’s former betrothed. Their relationship has ended, but she is still pursuing her own plans involving him; Vin believes Shan intends to strike against him, while Elend dismisses the danger.
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Hoidsubject of informant's report
Hoid reports to Kelsier that Shan is a Soother and describes her use of Allomancy at court. Their direct relationship is not established.
Straff Ventureconspirator
Shan and the Elariel faction move against Elend, while Straff secretly withdraws guards to let the assassins reach him. Their interests converge in the attempt to remove Elend and alter House Venture’s succession.
Vinconflicting source relationships
Vin suspects Shan is plotting against Elend and tries to protect him. Shan angrily dismisses Vin’s services and makes clear she no longer trusts or wants her involved.
Story so far
BOOK 1Mistborn: The Final Empire
Appearances
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