Black Frayn
itemDark leaves of a potent stimulant drug. Swallowed to induce rapid wakefulness, increased strength, and warmth. Addictive with unpleasant side effects that require gradual weaning.
Black Frayn emerges in the Mistborn series as a potent stimulant drug characterized by its dark leaves, swallowed to induce rapid wakefulness, heightened strength, and unnatural warmth amid the ashen world of post-apocalyptic Scadrial. Though introduced in The Well of Ascension, it does not undergo significant evolution across the series, remaining a niche but addictive substance with harsh side effects necessitating gradual weaning. Its presence underscores the gritty survival mechanisms employed by characters navigating the oppressive Final Empire's collapse.
Evolution
The Well of Ascension
Dark leaves of a potent stimulant drug. Swallowed to induce rapid wakefulness, increased strength, and warmth. Addictive with unpleasant side effects that require gradual weaning.
Book Appearances
The Well of Ascension
First appears Ch 54