The Kingkiller Chronicle · Character
Basil
- Minor
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 38
Hunched over his book like a scholar in the making, his youth carries a quiet focus that fills the alcove with purpose. At 17, there's an eager helpfulness in his movements that hints at hidden depths. You feel the spark of potential in his studious gaze.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- 17
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 38
- Books
- 1
Basil starts as background in the Tomes, a young boy two years older than Kvothe doing homework. He assists in a sympathy demonstration, bringing hair and brazier, and later helps start rumors as a former bunkmate. His minor role weaves him into University life as a subtle supporter.
Description
About 17 and youthful, this slender boy hunches intently over a book, fresh-faced with keen attentive eyes. He wears simple student attire, moving with eager helpfulness—carrying items like hair or a brazier. His posture blends studious focus with boyish readiness.
Story so far
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Appearances
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