Kaladin
Template:CharacterInfobox Kaladin is a character from the series The Stormlight Archive. He is one of two known Windrunners.
Background
Kaladin was born and raised in the town of Hearthstone with his father Lirin, mother Hesina and brother Tien. He was trained by his father to be a surgeon and showed great talent in this field. Prior to the events of The Way of Kings he was to be sent to Kharbranth in order to complete his training as a surgeon.
Plot
His brother was conscripted into service in Brightlord Amaram's army and Kaladin enlisted in order to protect him against his fathers wishes. He rose to the rank of Squad Captain earning the nickname "Kaladin Stormblessed".
During a battle he killed a Shardbearer but instead of claiming the fallen man's armaments he gave them to one of his subordinates. Brightlord Amaram, eager to claim the priceless weapon and armor for himself, executed the only surviving witness to the event and branded Kaladin a slave.
As a slave Kaladin made numerous escape attempts leading to him finally being branded again as a troublemaker and sold to the army of Highprince Sadeas where he served as a bridgeman. During this time he attracted the attention of an unusual Spren named Sylphrena.
Powers & Abilities
Kaladin is an extremely skilled spearman, who was possibly the best in Brightlord Amaram's army. He also learned basic knowledge of surgery from his father. In addition, he is developing the abilities of a Windrunner thanks to his bond with Syl.