Spook
A tineye whose sharp senses and devotion to Kelsier shape the fate of Scadrial.
Spook is a young tineye member of Kelsier's crew who idolized Kelsier. He plays a key role in the events of Mistborn: Secret History, where Kelsier frees him from Ruin's influence and later recruits his help to get a new "string" to the physical realm. Spook's loyalty and sensory abilities make him a vital ally in the struggle against Ruin.
Lore & Background
Spook, also known as Lestibournes, is a young tineye who was a member of Kelsier's crew. He idolized Kelsier and remained loyal to his memory after Kelsier's death. In Mistborn: Secret History, Kelsier travels to Urteau and succeeds in freeing Spook from Ruin's influence. Under Kelsier's command, Spook sends a message to Vin about her spike and Ruin's influence on her. However, Ruin intercepts and kills the messenger using Marsh, Kelsier's brother, who is now under Ruin's control. After Harmony remakes the world, Kelsier speaks to Spook and recruits his help in getting him a new "string" to the physical realm.
Reader's Guide
His primary ability is burning tin to enhance his senses, particularly hearing and sight, making him an excellent scout and lookout. In Mistborn: Secret History, Kelsier frees Spook from Ruin's influence in Urteau. Spook then sends a message to Vin about her earring spike and Ruin's influence, but the messenger is killed by Marsh under Ruin's control. After the final battle, Kelsier recruits Spook's help to get a new "string" to the physical realm, indicating Spook's continued importance in the Cosmere.
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