Six of Crows Flashcards

Key Characters and Their Details

• Leigh Bardugo: Author of "Six of Crows."
• Joost Van Poel: Officer protecting Councilman Hoede, has issues relating to the moon and a mustache, and is characterized by his purple uniform.
• Kaz Brekker: Known as "Dirtyhands"; a leader of the Dregs, skilled in lock picking and information trading.
• Inej: Known as "Wraith," a member of the Dregs with a Suli background who carries brass knuckles and prays to Saints.
• Jesper: A Fabrikator from Zemini who accidentally betrays Kaz; known for his gun handles made of pearl.

Important Locations

• Ketterdam: The bustling city where the story takes place, known for its complex society and various gangs.
• Menagerie: Run by Tante Heleen, this place is also called the "house of exotics."
• Hellgate: The prison where Matthias Helvar is held.
• Ice Court: A fortified location where Bo Yul-Bayer is kept captive by the Fjerdans.

Grisha and Their Types

• Grisha Types: Include Corporalnik (healers), Fabrikator (material manipulators), and Squaller (masters of wind).
• Nina Zenik: A Heartrender, recognized by her red Kefta and a member of the Grisha.

Significant Events and Concepts

• Pareem: A substance forced upon Anya by Councilman Hoede, affecting minds and senses.
• Jurdda: A stimulant used by the Stadwatch for long night shifts.
• Barrel: The dark part of Ketterdam where Kaz resides, reflecting the underbelly of the city's society.

Financial Aspects

• Kruge: The currency in Ketterdam, referenced multiple times throughout the story.
• Kaz’s deal for Bo Yul-Bayer’s rescue: Initially set at 20 million kruge, later raised to 30 million.

Important Relationships

• Matthias Helvar: A Drüskelle, acknowledging the cultural significance of wolves and Fjerdan traditions; has a complex relationship with Nina.
• Geels: A rival Kaz faces in a duel at the Exchange, alongside his second, Oomen.

Cultural References

• No mourners, no funerals: A saying that serves as a farewell or good luck mantra in the world of Ketterdam.
• Djel: The Fjerdan god of life, symbolizing nature and rebirth, with significant cultural importance.

Miscellaneous Facts

• Kaz’s Brother: Jordie, who died when Kaz was young; Kaz was arrested at the age of ten.
• Big Bolliger: A bouncer at the Crow Club, betraying Kaz, leading to significant consequences within the gang hierarchy.
• Drusje: The term for "witch" in Fjerdan, showcasing the cultural view of Grisha and their powers.

Conclusion

These notes encapsulate the rich world of "Six of Crows" through its vivid characters, complex plots, and multilayered settings, emphasizing the interwoven relationships and cultural significance in the narrative.