Characters in Before They Are Hanged

Logen Ninefingers

Joins Bayaz's fellowship on a quest to the world's edge.

Also in The Blade Itself, Last Argument of Kings

Sand dan Glokta

Sent to hold the besieged city of Dagoska.

Also in The Blade Itself, Last Argument of Kings, Sharp Ends, The Great Change

Jezal dan Luthar

A vain young Union officer dragged along on Bayaz's quest.

Also in The Blade Itself, Last Argument of Kings

Bayaz

The First of the Magi, leading the fellowship toward a weapon at the edge of the world for reasons he does not fully disclose.

Also in The Blade Itself, Last Argument of Kings

Ferro Maljinn

A vengeful escaped Gurkish slave who joins the quest.

Also in The Blade Itself

Collem West

A common-born officer caught in the disastrous northern campaign.

Also in The Blade Itself, Last Argument of Kings

Dogman

One of Logen's old crew, now fighting with the Union — a steady, decent presence in the northern war.