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      17. A Proposal

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with an epigraph detailing a unique metal used by the Fused, which is lightweight, resistant to Shardblades, and interferes with Radiant powers. Navani Kholin notes its scarcity, as the Fused reserve it for themselves rather than their soldiers. This sets the stage for the ongoing conflict and the technological disparities between the factions. The epigraph underscores the strategic challenges faced by the coalition of monarchs in their war against the Fused. Navani observes Shallan and…
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      18. Surgeon

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Kaladin stands on an Oathgate platform, reflecting on the snowy landscape and his concerns for Rock’s family, who departed weeks ago. He uses the Oathgate to teleport to the Shattered Plains, where he soars through the sky with his Windrunner abilities, contemplating his future. Though his comrades assume he’ll transition to a strategic role, Kaladin is uncertain about becoming an ambassador, fearing his discomfort in political settings. His internal conflict is punctuated by moments of flight, where…
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      24. Full of Awe

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter delves into the internal dynamics of Shallan's fractured psyche as Radiant, Shallan, and Veil navigate their shared consciousness during a voyage in Shadesmar. Radiant takes charge of daily routines, assigning tasks to companions while grappling with Shallan's withdrawal and Veil's recent violation of their compact. Tensions rise as Shallan insists on uncovering a suspected spy among their group, but Radiant feels ill-suited for espionage and focuses instead on documenting their surroundings…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Kaladin and Teft continue their search for Noril, a refugee who lost an arm and suffered severe shock. After being cared for by Kaladin’s father, Noril was sent to the ardents for rehabilitation. However, the ardents reveal they couldn’t fully help him due to his mental state, catching him attempting suicide before transferring him to the Devotary of Mercy. Kaladin reflects on the challenges of triage, struggling with the emotional toll of prioritizing some lives over others. The ardent assisting…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a reflective moment, as the narrator expresses deep concern over the deaths of Devotion and Dominion, highlighting the fragility of power they once believed unbreakable. Meanwhile, Shallan enjoys a relatively peaceful journey on a barge, interrupted only by a distant sighting of Fused, which causes brief alarm. Her primary activity is drawing, often observed by Cryptics—spren fascinated by her art. Though she has grown fond of Pattern, her bonded Cryptic, the presence of multiple…
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      27. Banners

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Navani reflecting on the symbolic and practical nature of war banners as they flutter in the cold wind of Urithiru. The banners, emblazoned with Dalinar’s glyph, serve both as markers of organization and as glaring targets for the enemy. Navani muses on the paradox of banners: they instill discipline and unity but also draw attention to key leaders, making them vulnerable. This introspection sets the tone for the chapter’s exploration of symbolism and strategy in…
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      28. Heresies

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Navani, a prominent figure, engages in a tense communication via a spanreed—a magical device that allows distant written conversation. The mysterious correspondent accuses her of heresy for experimenting with fabrials, which trap spren (spiritual entities) to harness their power. The correspondent condemns these actions as cruel and unnatural, comparing it to imprisoning a storm. Navani remains composed, seeking to understand the theological objections while her team of scholars and engineers…
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      19. Garnets

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Navani Kholin, a scholar and leader, opens the chapter by advocating for transparency among the coalition of monarchs, urging Thaylenah to share their secret fabrial techniques for the greater good. Her plea underscores the escalating dangers their world faces and the need for collective knowledge. Meanwhile, Navani and her team, including the ardent Rushu, study a crystalline pillar in Urithiru, focusing on four garnets that resemble the suppression fabrial’s design. Despite initial excitement, their…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Sylphrena, the honorspren bonded to Kaladin, senses the approaching highstorm with childlike excitement, comparing its energy to distant music. She moves invisibly through Urithiru, preferring the company of children who treat her with casual familiarity rather than reverence. Finding few people awake, she visits Cord, Rock’s daughter, who acknowledges her with a respectful gesture and leaves an offering of food. Syl playfully transforms into a tuber in response, though she doesn’t eat, showcasing her…
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      I‑2. Sja-Anat

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Sja-anat, the Unmade known as the Taker of Secrets, revels in her role of collecting and hoarding knowledge—even from Odium himself. Existing between the Physical and Cognitive Realms, she moves as a shadowy presence, barely perceived by singers or Fused. Unlike other Unmade, she avoids manifesting fully, preferring her liminal state. She dreams of a realm perfectly suited for her and her "children"—the spren she transforms, which humans mistakenly call "corrupted." Sja-anat views her actions as…
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