Tam
The smallest boy who grew to be a keeper of elders and valley spine.
Tam began his journey as the smallest boy of the Book-1 orphan band, standing at roughly six years old during those early times.
As the stories progressed to Book 9, he had aged to approximately eight while continuing his path alongside his companions. His growth led him toward specific community roles later in life.
- Book 1 age
- ~6
- Book 9 age
- ~8
- Group origin
- Book-1 orphan band
- Adult role
- Keeper of the elders
- Shrine colleague
- Odry
- Book 11 status
- Valley's spine
Lore & Background
During the events of Book 9, Tam actively helps receive refugees alongside Bo.
He eventually grows up to become a keeper of the elders working with Odry at the shrine. By Book 11, he is part of the grown orphan band that returns as the valley's spine.
Did You Know?
- Tam was the smallest boy in the original Book-1 orphan band.
- He works with Odry as a keeper of the elders at the shrine.
- In Book 9, he helped receive refugees alongside Bo.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Tam in Book 1?
He was approximately six years old.
Who did Tam work with to receive refugees?
He helped receive the refugees alongside Bo in Book 9.
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