Before They Are Hanged

Main Characters and Their Development

• Logen Ninefingers - a barbarian from the North seeking to find his place in the world and shed his bloody reputation. Throughout the book, he reveals a more human side despite his brutal nature.
• Inquisitor Glokta - a former soldier turned cripple after torture, now working as an inquisitor. His cynical view of the world and wit make him one of the most memorable characters. He battles inner demons and tries to maintain his humanity in a harsh world.
• Jezal dan Luthar - a young and self-assured officer who gradually realizes that the world is far more complex than he thought. His development involves overcoming selfishness and seeking true values.
• Bayaz - the first of the magi, a mysterious and powerful character who manipulates those around him for his own purposes. His true intentions remain unclear, and he plays a crucial role in the fate of the other characters.
• Ferro Maljinn - a runaway slave with a thirst for vengeance who joins Bayaz and his companions. Her development involves a struggle for freedom and attempts to cope with the hatred consuming her.