New Lute from Imre
itemExtraordinarily fine quality lute of superior craftsmanship that replaces a destroyed instrument. Paid for with over 19 talents, represents the highest quality available in Imre with masterful construction.
The 'New Lute from Imre' emerges in the first book of The Kingkiller Chronicle as Kvothe's extravagantly priced replacement for his beloved shawm lute, destroyed in a tragic fire, symbolizing a pinnacle of musical craftsmanship acquired at the staggering cost of over 19 talents. This superior instrument from Imre marks a significant upgrade in Kvothe's tools for his burgeoning career as a musician and trouper, embodying the finest quality available in the University's vicinity. Across the series, it remains a steadfast companion in his performances and studies, with its legacy enduring into later volumes as Kvothe refines his artistry, though its specific exploits beyond the initial acquisition await fuller revelation in subsequent books.
Evolution
The Name of the Wind
Extraordinarily fine quality lute of superior craftsmanship that replaces a destroyed instrument. Paid for with over 19 talents, represents the highest quality available in Imre with masterful construction.
Book Appearances
The Name of the Wind
First appears Ch 89