The Stormlight Archive · Character

Natam

Also known as long-faced Natam

  • Supporting
  • First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 27

Long-faced Natam has the worn, unassuming look of a man accustomed to being overlooked. He speaks plainly and carries himself with a shrugging indifference, as if there is little point in dressing hardship up as anything else.

Gender
male
First appears
Book 1 · Ch. 27
Books
1

Natam is a bridgeman known for his long face and unshowy manner, often carrying on without much interest in the talk around him. He asks Kaladin a question in one brief exchange, then later sums up the grim familiarity of bridge duty with a dry “Figures.” He remains a supporting presence among the crew, defined less by grand gestures than by the weary plainness of the work they share.

Description

Natam is a male bridgeman distinguished by his long face, which gives his expression a naturally drawn, solemn cast. His build, height, complexion, hair, and eyes are not described. He wears the simple, practical clothing associated with the bridge crew, without any noted adornment or distinctive accessories. His manner is restrained and matter-of-fact, often seeming content to let conversation pass him by.

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  • Kaladincommander

    Natam is a member of Bridge Four who questions whether the crew wants to be rid of Kaladin. His words reveal that the bridgemen have begun to care about and trust their leader.

Story so far

  1. BOOK 1The Way of Kings

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