Fourth Wing
Character Compendium
A comprehensive bestiary and chronicle of the riders, dragons, and denizens of Basgiath War College from Rebecca Yarros' Empyrean Series
Violet Sorrengail
Pale, frail build with hazel eyes and brown hair with silver tips. Has a condition similar to Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. Trained to be a Scribe but forced into the Rider's Quadrant. Relies on intelligence and strategy rather than physical strength.
"But I will not run. I wouldn't be standing here if I'd quit every time something seemed impossible to overcome. I will not die today."
Xaden Riorson
Tall with onyx eyes speckled with gold, black hair, strong jawline, tawny skin. Diagonal scar bisecting left eyebrow. Wingleader of Fourth Wing. Son of rebellion leader Fen Riorson. Carries a rebellion relic.
"I don't deserve you. But I'm going to keep you all the same."
Dain Aetos
Violet's oldest friend and former crush. Squad leader. Son of Colonel Aetos. Tries to protect Violet throughout the series.
"I've always protected you, Violet. I always will."
Rhiannon Matthias
Violet's friend at Basgiath War College. Helps train Violet in combat in exchange for history tutoring. Has a twin sister named Reagan.
"We're stronger together than we are apart."
Liam Mairi
One of the strongest students. Xaden's foster brother after his parents were killed in the rebellion. Loyal friend and protector of Violet.
"I will protect her with my life."
Ridoc Gamlyn
Funny friend of Violet's at Basgiath. Known for his humor and loyalty.
"Life's too short not to laugh, even in the worst situations."
Sawyer Henrick
Second-year student who didn't bond during first Threshing. Helps Violet with combat in exchange for history help. Becomes Squad leader.
"Second chances are rare. I won't waste mine."
Garrick Tavis
Friend of Xaden, son of failed rebellion leaders. Strong and loyal member of Fourth Wing.
"Loyalty is everything. It's all we have."
Bodhi Durran
Xaden's cousin, part of the rebellion children. Has the unique ability to counter other signets.
"Every signet has a weakness. I just find them."
Imogen Cardulo
Daughter of failed rebellion leaders with Xaden, Garrick, and Bodhi. Has the ability to erase memories.
"Some memories are better left forgotten."
Jack Barlowe
Antagonist who makes it his mission to kill Violet. Throws cadets off the parapet. Ruthless and dangerous.
"You don't belong here. And I'll make sure you know it."
General Lilith Sorrengail
Violet's mother. Tall, strong, muscular with golden-brown hair. General who executed participants in the Tyrrish rebellion. Forced Violet into Rider's Quadrant.
"Weakness is a choice. I will not tolerate it."
Mira Sorrengail
Violet's older sister. Dragon rider who gives Violet boots and dragonscale corset before parapet crossing.
"I've got your back, little sister. Always."
Brennan Sorrengail
Violet and Mira's older brother. Powerful mender with healing abilities.
"Healing is a gift. I won't waste it on those who don't deserve it."
Tairneanach (Tairn)
Rarest type of dragon. Black scales with morning star tail. Mated to Sgaeyl. Powerful and ancient.
"I choose you not as my next, but as my last, and should you fall then I will follow."
Andarnaurram (Andarna)
Rare golden dragon with feathertail. Young and playful but powerful. Second dragon bonded to Violet.
"Good idea. I could use a snack."
Sgaeyl
Powerful blue dragon known for size. Mated to Tairn. Fierce and protective.
"You do not have the right to burn what is mine."
Cath
Red dragon with swordtail. Bonded to Dain Aetos.
"My rider's honor is my honor."
Deigh
Red dragon with daggertail. Bonded to Liam Mairi. Loyal and strong.
"We stand together or we fall apart."
Feirge
Green dragon known for intelligence. Bonded to Rhiannon.
"Intelligence is the greatest weapon."
Aotrom
Brown dragon with swordtail. Bonded to Ridoc.
"Laughter is the best medicine, even for dragons."
Baide
Orange dragon, most unpredictable type. Scorpiontail makes it especially dangerous.
"Chaos is our nature. Destruction is our gift."
Sliseag
Red dragon with swordtail. Bonded to Sawyer.
"Second chances are worth fighting for."
Glane
Orange dragon with daggertail. Unpredictable but loyal to Imogen.
"What is forgotten is what is forgiven."
Aimsir
Powerful brown dragon bonded to General Sorrengail. Storm wielding abilities.
"Power demands respect. Weakness demands destruction."
Teine
Green dragon known for intelligence. Bonded to Mira Sorrengail.
"Family bonds are stronger than any magic."
Marbh
Orange dragon with daggertail. Bonded to Brennan.
"Healing requires strength. Strength requires healing."
Codagh
Rare black dragon with swordtail. Bonded to General Melgren.
"Command is a burden only the strong can bear."
Wisdom of Dragons
"A dragon without its rider is a tragedy. A rider without their dragon is dead."
"You will not fall. I will not allow it."
"Dragons always know."
"There is no stronger bond than that between two mated dragons."
"We will feast on their bones, Silver One."
"I chose him for his inability to relent."