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==Character sketch== |
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The character is motivated by a sense of justice, which can be overruled by a desire for revenge. He also has a strong sense of loyalty, demonstrated through his relationships with Whiskejack and [[Ben Adaephon Delat|Quick Ben]]. |
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Kalam Mekhar was the personal assassin to a Holy Falah'd, he became part of the Bridgeburners when he was acting as there guide in the pursuit of a 12 fugitives accross the Holy Desert of Raraku. One of the fugitives was Quick Ben, who Kalam was in league with, however after crossing the entire desert Quick Ben was the only fugitive left alive. Both he and Kalam professed loyalty to Whiskyjack. |
Kalam Mekhar was the personal assassin to a Holy Falah'd, he became part of the Bridgeburners when he was acting as there guide in the pursuit of a 12 fugitives accross the Holy Desert of Raraku. One of the fugitives was Quick Ben, who Kalam was in league with, however after crossing the entire desert Quick Ben was the only fugitive left alive. Both he and Kalam professed loyalty to Whiskyjack. |
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At some point afer thois Kalam was recruited to the Claw, a band of assassins controlled by the Empress. He was promoted to the Leader of a Hand, but later left the claw, being one of a small number of people to leave and live |
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Revision as of 18:10, 18 May 2008
Kalam Mekhar is a fictional character in the series Malazan Book of the Fallen by Steven Erikson.
Character introduction
Kalam Mekhar starts the series as a Corporal in the 9th squad of the Bridgeburners under sargeant Whiskyjack, after being a personal assasin of the Falah'd.
Explanation of the character's name
The name Mekhar comes from the clan into whih Kalam was born. However he shuns the connection
Character sketch
He is black skinned and has a northern Seven Cities accent.
Motivation(s)
The character is motivated by a sense of justice, which can be overruled by a desire for revenge. He also has a strong sense of loyalty, demonstrated through his relationships with Whiskejack and Quick Ben.
Goal(s)
Kalam's goals change as the series progresses. His initial goal is to keep the Bridgeburners alive, accomplish this he must perform the rather distasteful task of oaiding the Empress to conquer Darujistan. His goal swiftly changes following the events of Gardens of the Moon and appears to become a desire to escort Sorry/Apsalar home, but the true goal is assasination/confrontation of the Empress to answer her percieved misrule. After this his goals become more complex as he finds himself serving Cotillion, until the point where he himself is confused as to his ultimate goal.
Conflict(s)
This character is in conflict with the majority of percieved authority
Biographical summary
Prior story
Kalam Mekhar was the personal assassin to a Holy Falah'd, he became part of the Bridgeburners when he was acting as there guide in the pursuit of a 12 fugitives accross the Holy Desert of Raraku. One of the fugitives was Quick Ben, who Kalam was in league with, however after crossing the entire desert Quick Ben was the only fugitive left alive. Both he and Kalam professed loyalty to Whiskyjack. At some point afer thois Kalam was recruited to the Claw, a band of assassins controlled by the Empress. He was promoted to the Leader of a Hand, but later left the claw, being one of a small number of people to leave and live