The Stormlight Archive · Character
Lyn
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 4 · Ch. 2
Lyn is a supporting character in The Stormlight Archive (Book 4).
- Gender
- female
- First appears
- Book 4 · Ch. 2
- Books
- 1
Lyn serves among the Windrunners, bringing a practical, capable presence to their operations. She and Kaladin briefly try to make a relationship work, but their differences lead them to part ways. Her place among the Windrunners remains distinct from that personal disappointment: she continues as a skilled member of the group, focused on the work before her.
Description
Lyn is a woman with long dark hair worn in a tight braid, a defining feature that stays neatly secured as she moves. She wears a brilliant blue Alethi uniform and carries a functional, ordinary lance. Her exact skin tone, eye color, facial features, and build are not specified. She has an alert, decisive presence, and the clean lines of her uniform give her a practical, military silhouette.
Connections
Family & partnersFriends & mentorsRivals

Kaladinex-partner
Lyn recently broke up with Kaladin. Adolin and Veil believe the breakup contributes to Kaladin’s low mood, though Kaladin insists his distress is about more than the relationship.
Story so far
BOOK 4Rhythm of War
Appearances
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