A Spoiler-Free Guide to Onyx Storm Characters
If you're anything like me, you dove headfirst into Onyx Storm only to find yourself pausing every few pages, trying to remember who’s who. With so many familiar faces returning and new characters joining the fray, it can be tough to keep track-especially when you're caught up in all the action.
That’s why I put together this spoiler-free character guide to help you navigate the book without missing a beat. Whether you're looking for a quick refresher on key players or just need to place a name, this guide has you covered!
Main Characters
These are the key characters who shape the battles, alliances, and emotional stakes of the fourth wing series.
Violet Sorrengail - Second-year rider, lightning wielder, bonded to Tairn and Andarna.
Xaden Riorson - Second lieutenant, turning Venin, shadow wielder, and head of Aretia. Bonded to the Blue Daggertail called Sgaeyl.
Dain Aetos - Third-year wing leader, memory reader, Violet’s childhood best friend. Bonded to Red Swordtail, Cath.
Mira Sorrengail - Captain, Violet’s older sister, and a ward weaver. Bonded to Green Clubtail, Teine.
Brennan Sorrengail - Lieutenant Colonel, Violet’s older brother. Representative of Aretia and a mender. Bonded to Orange Daggertail, Marbh.
Second Squad (Iron Squad)
Second Squad, also known as Iron Squad, is a formidable group of riders and fliers at Basgiath War College, known for their diverse abilities and unbreakable loyalty to one another. Comprised of both first-year recruits and seasoned upperclassmen, this squad includes some of the most skilled and strategically minded cadets, each bonded to powerful dragons and gryphons.
Aaric Graycastle (Cam) - First-year rider, youngest son of King Tauri. Bonded to Blue Clubtail Dragon named Molvic.
Avalynn - First-year rider.
Baylor Norris - First-year rider.
Catriona “Cat” Cordella - Second-year flier, third in line to the Poromish throne. Heightens emotions. Bonded to a gryphon named Kiralair (Kira).
Imogen Cardulo - A third-year rider, a gifted memory eraser, one of the Marked Ones. Bonded to an Orange Daggertail, named Glane.
Quinn Hollis - A third-year rider, an astral projection. Bonded to a Green Scorpiontail named Cruth.
Rhiannon Matthias - A second-year rider, a summoner, Violet’s best friend. Bonded to a Green Daggertail named Feirge.
Ridoc Gamlyn - A second-year rider, an ice wielder. Bonded to a Brown Swordtail named Aotrom.
Sawyer Henrick - A second-year rider, metallurgist. Lost leg in Basgiath battle. Bonded to a Red Swordtail named Silseag.
Sloane Mairi - A first-year rider, siphon, Liam’s younger sister, and Marked One. Bonded to a Red Daggertail named Thoirt.
Maren Zina - A second-year flier. Bonded to a gryphon named Dajalair (Daja).
Lynx - First-year rider.
Trager - Second-year flier. Bonded to a gryphon named Sila.
Other Notable Riders & Fliers
Aura Beinhaven - Wingleader of Second Wing, senior wingleader of the riders quadrant. Fire wielder. Loyal to Navarre.
Bodhi Durran - Section leader, third-year. Counters other signets, Xaden’s cousin, and Marked One. Bonded to Green name Cuir.
Ewan Faber - Wingleader of Fourth Wing. Loyal to Navarre.
Iris Drue -Wingleader of First Wing. Loyal to Navarre.
Jack Barlowe - A Venin held at Basgiath, previously a second-year rider. Killed his dragon.
Dyre - A second-year healer.
Caroline Ashton - Second-year rider in First Wing. Friends with Jack Barlowe. Bonded to Gleann. Loyal to Navarre.
Basgiath Professors
Each instructor plays a crucial role in shaping the next generation of riders, pushing them to their limits in preparation for the war that looms beyond the academy walls.
Professor Kaori - Colonel, Dragonkind professor, illusionist. Bonded to Smachd.
Professor Carr -Signet professor, fire wielder. Bonded to Orange Daggertail, Breugan.
Professor Devera - Major, Battle Brief co-professor. Bonded to a Red Clubtail.
Professor Emetterio - Combat/sparring professor.
Professor Kiandra - Flier, Battle Brief co-professor.
Professor Grady - Captain, Riders Safety Course professor.
Leadership & Others
The leaders and influential figures of Onyx Storm extend beyond the battlefield, shaping military strategy, governance, and the hidden power struggles that define this world!
General Melgren -Leader of the Navarrian Armies. Battle foresight. Bonded to Black Swordtail, Codagh.
Colonel Aetos - Dain’s father. Previously Lillith Sorrengail’s aid.
Colonel Lyron Panchek - Commandant of the Riders Quadrant. Bonded to a Green Clubtail.
Colonel Markham - Head of the Scribes Quadrant.
Lieutenant Colonel Dengrensi -Head of Samara Outpost.
Felix Gerault - Colonel. Member of the Aretian Assembly. Violet’s signet mentor. Bonded to a Red Swordtail.
Kylynn (Battle-Ax) - Co-commander of the Aretian army.
Trissa - Member of the Aretian Assembly. Aretian Runes teacher.
Royals & Senarium
The royals and leaders of the Onyx Storm world hold immense power, shaping the future of their kingdoms through alliances, betrayals, and long-held secrets. Whether ruling from thrones or maneuvering behind the scenes, these figures play a crucial role in the fate of Navarre, Aretia, and beyond.
King Tauri the Wise -King of Navarre.
Prince Halden Tauri -Prince of Navarre, first in line for the throne. Aaric’s older brother.
Queen Maraya - Queen of Poromiel. Named Viscount Tecarus of Cordyn as her heir.
Duke Lewellen - Secretly represented Aretia for six years.
Duke Lindell - Rules Tirivainne in Tyrrendor. Fostered Liam and Xaden. Secretly loyal to Aretia.
Duchess of Elsum - Unknown
Duchess of Morraine -Unknown
Duke of Calldyr -Unknown
Viscount Tecarus - First in line for the Poromish throne. Can seeswhat people most desire. He is also Cat and Syrena’s uncle.
Gods & Goddesses
In Onyx Storm, the gods are more than just myths- they shape destinies, fuel power, and influence the world in unseen ways. From war and wisdom to love and luck, each deity holds a unique place in the hearts of those who worship them.
Amari- Queen of the Gods
Malek- The God of Death
Dunne- Goddess of War
Hedeon- God of Wisdom
Loial- Goddess of Love
Zihnal- God of Luck
Dragons & Their Riders
The world of Onyx Storm wouldn’t be complete without the dragons! They play a crucial role in the story, forming deep, unbreakable bonds with their riders and shaping the fate of Navarre. If you’ve ever found yourself trying to keep track of which dragon belongs to whom, this guide is here to help- completely spoiler-free!
Tairn - Bonded to Violet Sorrengail
Andarna -Bonded to Violet Sorrengail
Sgaeyl (Blue Daggertail) - Bonded to Xaden Riorson
Feirge (Green Daggertail) - Bonded to Rhiannon Matthias
Glane (Orange Daggertail) -Bonded to Imogen Cardulo
Sliseag (Red Swordtail) -Bonded to Sawyer Henrick
Aotrom (Brown Swordtail) -Bonded to Ridoc Gamlyn
Thoirt (Red Daggertail) - Bonded to Sloane Mairi
Cath (Red Swordtail) - Bonded to Dain Aetos
Codagh (Black Swordtail) - Bonded to General Melgren
Molvic (Blue Clubtail) - Bonded to Aaric Graycastle (Cam Tauri)
Cuir (Green Dragon) - Bonded to Bodhi Durran
Breugan (Orange Daggertail) - Bonded to Professor Carr
Smachd - Bonded to Professor Kaori
Teine (Green Clubtail) - Bonded to Mira Sorrengail
Chradh (Brown Scorpiontail) - Bonded to Garrick Tavis
Whether you're diving into Onyx Storm for the first time or looking for a refresher on its expansive cast, this guide is here to help you keep track of the key players.
With dragons, rulers, warriors, and strategists all shaping the fate of Navarre, every character plays a crucial role in this thrilling continuation of the Empyrean series. Let me know your thoughts-who are you most excited to see more of?
