Difference between revisions of "Purelake"

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|type={{cat tag|water body|Lake}}

|region=Sela Tales

The '''Purelake''' is a shallow inland lake located in north central [[Roshar]].{{map ref|Roshar}} The people of the region are known as '''Purelakers''' and are ethnically [[Selay]].{{book ref|sa1|i|1}}

 

 

== Geography and Environment ==

=== Geography ===

The Purelake is a large, shallow lake that is hundreds of miles wide.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}} It is separated from the [[Reshi Sea]] by the nation of [[Marabethia]]. The Purelake borders the nations of [[Tu Bayla]] to the east, [[Yulay]] to the south, and [[Babatharnam]] to the west.{{map ref|Roshar}} In [[Shadesmar]], the Purelake is a mountain range.{{map ref|Shadesmar}} The depth of the lake in the [[Physical Realm]] is not related to how it appears in the [[Cognitive Realm|Cognitive]].{{wob ref|2889}}

 

 

It is unknown what type of, if any, mineral deposits can be found around the lake.{{wob ref|8514}}

 

=== Locations ===

*[[Fu Moorin]]{{book ref|sa1|i|1}}

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==== Other Locations ====

 

=== Climate ===

{{quote

|Like an endless bay, mere feet deep. Warm water. Calm breezes.

 

=== Ecology ===

{{quote

|The Purelake was life itself.

|[[Ishikk]]'s description of the Purelake{{book ref|sa1|i|1}}

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The Purelake is home to an abundance of lifeforms such as fish, [[cremling]]s, and [[riverspren]].{{book ref|sa1|i|1}} The area is also known for having small brown flies, similar in appearance to [[hungerspren]].{{book ref|sa3|19}} Trees can be found on the shores of the Purelake,{{book ref|sa3|92}} along with a type of slug used to create a clothing dye known as [[Mycalin]] red.{{book ref|sa3|i|8}}

 

 

The exact magical manifestations of these animals is unknown. The local inhabitants believe certain creatures to imbue specific supernatural gifts; however, it is yet to be seen whether the Purelakers' superstitions are based in fact or fiction. While it may be the case that these fish grant the abilities specified by the native inhabitants, it is uncertain whether the Purelaker religion correlates directly with the magical properties of these lifeforms.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}}

 

=== Era of Solitude ===

In his youth, Dalinar traveled to the west of [[Roshar]] and visited the border of the Purelake, but he never had the chance to see the center.{{book ref|sa1|22}}{{book ref|sa2|4}} Although he has wished to explore the region more when visiting nearby countries, he was never able to find the time.{{book ref|sa2|4}}

 

In the year {{Rosharan date|1173}} three members of the [[Seventeenth Shard]], [[Galladon]], [[Demoux]], and [[Baon]], traveled to the Purelake, believing it to be the current location of [[Hoid]].{{book ref|sa1|i|1}} To try and find him, they enlisted the help of a Purelaker, [[Ishikk]], who traveled to the different Purelake villages over the span of five months. Unbeknownst to Ishikk, the trail he was following had been falsely laid by Hoid to distract and avoid the Seventeenth Shard members who were seeking him.{{epigraph ref|sa1|26}} As such, Ishikk was ultimately unsuccessful and unable to find any evidence of Hoid having been in the area.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}}

 

 

=== The True Desolation ===

During the [[Silver Kingdoms]], the Purelake was governed by the king of [[Sela Tales]]. After the fall of the [[Epoch Kingdoms]], it appears that the Purelake broke away from the surrounding lands and established sovereignty, with local inhabitants forming autonomous villages. Modern-day Purelakers are more likely to define themselves based on their geography than country borders.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}}

 

 

Unlike the eastern countries on [[Roshar]], the Purelake is not known to be overly confrontational or involved in internal, or external, fighting.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}}

One of their weekdays is known as warli-day.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}} Soup bowls on the Purelake are designed to allow for easy slurping.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}}

=== Peoples ===

 

==== Purelakers ====

Purelakers are known for their long limbs, leathery skin, and dark hair.{{book ref|sa2|i|3}} In general, they have happy-go-lucky attitudes and are rarely fazed by misfortune.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}} They have a relaxed way of life and enjoy taking their time. They see no need to rush and will go about their tasks in a slow, leisurely manner, allowing themselves to think more about their actions and enjoy the day.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}}

 

 

Purelakers typically wear sandals and knee-length pants so they can maximize their exposure to the lake. Men rarely cover their upper body, preferring to leave their shoulders and torsos bare to the sun.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}} Despite Purelakers' preference for sun exposure, it is possible to purchase wide-brimmed hats in the region.{{book ref|sa3|49}} The fashion of the Purelake is known for being rather unchanging.{{book ref|sa3|49}}

 

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