The Stormlight Archive · Character
Daigonarthis
Also known as The Black Fisher
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 77
The name Black Fisher carries a dark, folkloric weight, like a figure from a tale told in a low voice. The words associated with it suggest sorrow gathered and swallowed, but offer no clear shape to imagine.
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 77
- Books
- 1
Daigonarthis is named as the Black Fisher in a death-quote heading, described there through the image of one who holds sorrow and consumes it. The text gives no physical portrait or developed personal arc, leaving the figure’s identity and appearance mysterious.
Description
Daigonarthis has no stated physical appearance. The text provides no age, form, build, complexion, hair, eyes, clothing, or distinguishing features, and the title Black Fisher should not be treated as evidence of a particular costume or equipment. The only established impression is the symbolic association with holding and consuming sorrow.
Story so far
BOOK 1The Way of Kings
Appearances
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