Mistborn · Character
Red
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 5 · Ch. 5
Red is a supporting character in Mistborn (Book 5).
- Gender
- male
- First appears
- Book 5 · Ch. 5
- Books
- 1
Known as the boatman, Red poles a canal boat while wearing a cloak. No further personal history, relationships, or character arc is given in the available text.
Description
Red wears a cloak and works as a canal boatman, standing with a pole to propel his boat along the water. Beyond the cloak and the practical task that defines his appearance, the text gives no details about his build, face, hair, eyes, or coloring. His impression is that of a figure shaped by the steady work of the canals.
Connections
Family & partnersFriends & mentorsRivals

Waynefriend
Red, the canal-boat operator, gives Wayne rides in exchange for stories. Their interaction is friendly and teasing.
Story so far
BOOK 5Shadows of Self
Appearances
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