The Empyrean · Character
Liam Mairi
Also known as Cadet Mairi
- Major
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 6
Liam Mairi is a major character in The Empyrean, first appearing in Fourth Wing (Book 1).
- Gender
- male
- Age
- first-year cadet
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 6
- Books
- 1
Description
A very tall, massive, muscular young man with light-blond hair, described early as spiky, and striking sky-blue eyes. He has strong facial features, a prominent nose, and a dimple visible when he smiles; a sprawling rebellion relic begins at his wrist and disappears beneath his sleeve. He wears cadet or rider uniforms and leathers, including flight leathers with riding goggles; on one formal occasion he wears a midnight-black doublet with a sash.
Connections
Friends & mentorsRivals
Dain Aetosfellow cadet
Liam is a fellow cadet who could have been assigned with Dain’s group, but Xaden selects him for the headquarters squad because of his skills and loyalty.
Violet Sorrengailclose friend
Liam is Violet’s devoted friend and protector. He stays at her side at the Reunification Day party despite the hostility directed at his rebellion relic, explaining that he promised Xaden he would keep Violet safe.
Xaden RiorsonProfessional
Liam serves Xaden by protecting Violet and keeping him informed about her safety. He says he owes Xaden and explains that reporting his concerns is how he alleviates Xaden’s worries.
- D
Deighrider
Deigh is Liam’s bonded Red Daggertail. Liam says Deigh generally controls his emotions, though his anger can affect Liam.
- FR
Fen Riorsonfellow rebellion orphan
Liam and Xaden were fostered together after the rebellion; Fen Riorson is Xaden’s father and was executed after killing Violet’s brother at Aretia.
- JB
Jack Barloweattacker
Jack attacks Liam during the War Games, stabbing him with a sword and knocking him from Deigh. Violet intervenes to save Liam.
Story so far
BOOK 1Fourth Wing
Key events
- Book 1
Ch. 28Lightning Signet ManifestationDuring War Games, Violet discovers her lightning signet when Jack mortally wounds Liam, destroying a tower and killing Jack in the process. - Book 1
Ch. 34War Games Mission to AthebyneXaden's squad is sent beyond the wards to Athebyne for War Games headquarters, where they encounter gryphon fliers and learn about the venin threat. - Book 1
Ch. 36Battle of RessonXaden's squad defies orders to defend the trading post of Resson against venin and wyvern, resulting in the deaths of Soleil, Deigh, and Liam.
Gallery
Book 1: Fourth Wing
Appearances
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