Character 2 : Thomas

   Thomas is Kira's friend and part-time tutor in Gathering Blue.When she is given housing in the Council Edifice, he teaches her how things work, who does what, and what things serve what purpose. He teaches her how to use her bathroom, how to ask for things, and where things can be found.
   "He seemed about her age, not long into two syllables, and was a good-looking boy with clear skin and bright eyes. His hair was thick and reddish-brown. A chip in one front tooth showed when he smiled."
   Thomas is the village's Carver, the wood-worker who carves the staff held by the Singer. He has lived in the Council Edifice since he was a young boy, when his parents were both struck by lightning during a storm.
He helps Kira with anything she needs help with, and is always there when she a has a suspicion, or just wants to talk. He keeps her secrets, and shares stories with her. He is one of her only friends.

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