Shattered Realms · Character
Marin Karn
Also known as Karn, the Butcher, commander of the Ardenine army
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 1
A stocky, large-framed middle-aged man with a muscular back and shoulders and a somewhat fleshy middle. His hair is clipped so close it nearly resembles a stain on his scalp; snuff-colored, heavy-lidded eyes look out from a broad face, which may be rough with beard stubble. He wears a military uniform pulled tight across his shoulders and back, carrying himself with the force and readiness of a dangerous fighter.
- Gender
- male
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 1
- Books
- 1
Description
A stocky, large-framed middle-aged man with a muscular back and shoulders and a somewhat fleshy middle. His hair is clipped so close it nearly resembles a stain on his scalp; snuff-colored, heavy-lidded eyes look out from a broad face, which may be rough with beard stubble. He wears a military uniform pulled tight across his shoulders and back, carrying himself with the force and readiness of a dangerous fighter.
Connections
Family & partnersFriends & mentorsRivals
Destin Karnson
Marin is Destin’s father and a powerful general. Their relationship is tense and marked by criticism, control, and resentment, though Destin seeks his father’s advice before meeting the king.
Jennacaptor
Karn takes charge of Jenna after she is exposed, treats and bandages her wound, and transports her under guard to Ardenscourt.
King Gerard Montaignesovereign
General Karn serves Montaigne’s war effort, but the king blames him for the kingdom’s failures and rebukes him in council.
- L
Lilaassociate of his son
Lila’s work with Destin connects her to Marin, the commander of Arden’s army and architect of its captive-mage program. Marin’s political and military power shapes the dangerous business she conducts.
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Hanalea ana’Raisakiller
As Arden’s general, Marin is responsible for Hana’s severed head being carried to King Gerard after her death in the border fighting.
Story so far
BOOK 1Flamecaster
Appearances
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