Mistborn · Character
Tabaar-KeSun
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 4 · Ch. 47
It descends from the sky with the weight and presence of something ancient and powerful.
- First appears
- Book 4 · Ch. 47
- Books
- 2
Tabaar-KeSun emerges in the later Mistborn saga as a Faceless Immortal, a shape-shifting entity that bridges the gap between the mortal and divine realms. First glimpsed in The Lost Metal as a massive winged creature, the being demonstrates the ability to transition seamlessly between a clawed, winged form and a humanoid shape, marking a significant evolution in the series' portrayal of immortal beings. This transformation capability positions Tabaar-KeSun as a bridge between the ancient powers of the Cosmere and the more grounded conflicts of the modern era, embodying the series' ongoing exploration of identity, power, and the lingering effects of god-like influence on the world.
Description
A large winged creature with a powerful build and sharp claws, its wings suggesting capability for significant flight. It carries itself with predatory grace and physical presence. Tabaar-KeSun is described as a Faceless Immortal who can appear in human forms and as a large winged creature. In the latter shape, the wings and claws give them a formidable silhouette; the text does not specify their human features, coloring, or clothing. Their defining visual quality is this striking shift between a human outline and a powerful, predatory form.
Story so far
BOOK 4The Lost Metal (The Mistborn Saga)
- Lands dramatically on an outcropping in a massive winged form with prominent claws
- Transforms from creature state into humanoid form
- Releases a compass from its claw during the transformation sequence
- Establishes the precedent for Faceless Immortal shape-shifting abilities
BOOK 7Mistborn 07 - The Lost Metal
- Confirmed as a Faceless Immortal with dual-form capabilities
- Demonstrates transformation between human and winged creature states
- Appears in human shape following creature-form transformation
- Wings and claws serve as identifying markers of the creature state
Appearances
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