Anton Sokolov

The visionary architect behind Dunwall's technological marvels and Void research.

Anton Sokolov is a brilliant scientist and inventor from Dunwall's Royal Academy, whose work on whale oil and other technologies shapes the city. His research into the metaphysical properties of the Void earned him both acclaim and danger, making him a target for those seeking to control such power. During the plague in Dunwall, he was captured by Daud's Whalers, leaving behind journals in his studio at the Royal Academy that hint at his fear and determination.

Quick Facts

Role: Scientist; Inventor
Affiliation: Royal Academy (Former), The Loyalists
First appears: Dishonored (Mentioned/Journals)
Status: Alive

Lore & Background

Sokolov's research into the metaphysical properties of the Void earned him both acclaim and danger. His work culminated in the creation of devices capable of interacting with the Outsider's realm. This invention made him a prime target for those seeking to control or destroy such power. During the plague in Dunwall, he was captured by Daud's Whalers, not the Abbey of the Everyman, leaving behind journals in his studio at the Royal Academy and other locations that hint at his fear and determination.

Reader's Guide

Anton Sokolov serves as a pivotal intellectual figure within the Dishonored saga, bridging the gap between scientific curiosity and supernatural power. Originally a researcher at Dunwall's Royal Academy, his expertise in Void technology made him both celebrated and hunted. His arc transforms from a frightened captive to a crucial ally for those opposing the Abbey of the Everyman. He is responsible for designing devices capable of interacting with the Outsider's realm. This invention places him at the center of the conflict involving the Outsider's power. Throughout his journey, he demonstrates resilience against abduction by Whalers. His defining moments include surviving imprisonment and assisting Corvo Attano during their quest to restore order. Sokolov represents the human cost of progress, constantly balancing innovation with the dangers it unleashes upon the Isles.

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