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| − | '''Voidbinding''' is a manifestation of [[Investiture]] on [[Roshar]] of which little is known. It is connected to Odium and his Unmade{{wob ref|11353}}, and predicting the future is said to be of it.{{book ref|twok|18}} |
+ | '''Voidbinding''' is a manifestation of [[Investiture]] on [[Roshar]] of which little is known. It is connected to Odium and his Unmade{{wob ref|11353}}, and predicting the future is said to be of it.{{book ref|twok|18}} [[Khriss]]'s writings in the [[Ars Arcanum]] states that there are ten levels of Voidbinding and that it is cousin to the [[Old Magic]].{{book ref|sa1|part=ars}} |
== Prerequisites == |
== Prerequisites == |
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Not much is known about how one becomes a Voidbinder under normal circumstances. It has been said that Voidbinding usually, though not always, originates with the [[Unmade]].{{wob ref|11353}} |
Not much is known about how one becomes a Voidbinder under normal circumstances. It has been said that Voidbinding usually, though not always, originates with the [[Unmade]].{{wob ref|11353}} |
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| − | A possible example of a method is by bonding with a [[Spren#Corrupted_Spren|corrupted]] [[Nahel bond|Nahel spren]]. [[Renarin Kholin]]'s ability to see the future has been connected to Voidbinding{{17s ref|topic|62713|Argent's Secret Renarin WoB|date=2017-11-22}}{{wob ref|8461}} |
+ | A possible example of a method is by bonding with a [[Spren#Corrupted_Spren|corrupted]] [[Nahel bond|Nahel spren]]. [[Renarin Kholin]]'s ability to see the future has been connected to Voidbinding,{{17s ref|topic|62713|Argent's Secret Renarin WoB|date=2017-11-22}}{{wob ref|8461}} and it is likely he gained it through his bond to the corrupted spren [[Glys]].{{book ref|oathbringer|116}} How much Renarin's abilities relate to Voidbinding, is currently unclear. |
| − | , and it is likely he gained it through his bond to the corrupted spren [[Glys]].{{book ref|oathbringer|116}} |
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== Mythology == |
== Mythology == |
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| − | One of the most common powers associated with Voidbinding is prophecy and foresight.{{book ref|twok|18}}{{wob ref|8904}} According to the [[ardent]]s, even the [[Herald]]s denounced its use. Whether or not this is true or a myth is yet to be seen, although [[Jasnah]] believes this to be true. Regardless, in [[Vorin]] nations, ''any'' type of prediction |
+ | One of the most common powers associated with Voidbinding is prophecy and foresight.{{book ref|twok|18}}{{wob ref|8904}} According to the [[ardent]]s, even the [[Herald]]s denounced its use. Whether or not this is true or a myth is yet to be seen, although [[Jasnah]] believes this to be true. Regardless, in [[Vorin]] nations, ''any'' type of prediction is considered to be taboo.{{book ref|twok|i|6}} The ardents worried that [[Dalinar]]'s [[Dalinar's visions|visions]] were connected to Voidbinding, although since the visions come from [[Honor]], that was an unfounded concern.{{book ref|twok|75}} |
The Vorin reluctance to guess the future led to the rise of games like breakneck, that don't require directly guessing the future.{{book ref|twok|i|6}} Many Vorins are distrustful of [[stormwarden]]s, since they predict when [[highstorm]]s are going to occur.{{book ref|twok|60}} |
The Vorin reluctance to guess the future led to the rise of games like breakneck, that don't require directly guessing the future.{{book ref|twok|i|6}} Many Vorins are distrustful of [[stormwarden]]s, since they predict when [[highstorm]]s are going to occur.{{book ref|twok|60}} |
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| − | While not much is known for certain about Voidbinding, there are theories and speculation. |
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=== Voidish Surges === |
=== Voidish Surges === |
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| − | There are glyphs on the Voidbinding chart that share position with and are variations of the Surge glyphs on the [[Surgebinding]] chart. Instead of the axial symmetry of the Surge glyphs, the glyphs on the Voidbinding chart exhibit rotational symmetry. |
+ | There are glyphs on the Voidbinding chart that share position with and are variations of the Surge glyphs on the [[Surgebinding]] chart. Instead of the axial symmetry of the Surge glyphs, the glyphs on the Voidbinding chart exhibit rotational symmetry. It may be that these glyphs represent either alternatives to, or variant expressions of, the Surges in [[Surgebinding]]. |
| − | A prominent example |
+ | A prominent example is [[Renarin Kholin]]'s visions of the future. It is possible that these visions are a "Voidish" expression of the Surge of [[Illumination]]. |
=== Fused === |
=== Fused === |
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| − | The abilities demonstrated by the [[Fused]] have so far been typical of [[Surgebinding]], but |
+ | The abilities demonstrated by the [[Fused]] have so far been typical of [[Surgebinding]], but it may be that their powers may be related to, or be a manifestation of, Voidbinding, or "Voidish Surges". It is currently unknown what system the abilities they have demonstrated fall under, and they might even belong to a yet unnamed system. If the observed abilities are not Voidbinding, it is possible the [[Fused]] might still have access to the system. |
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| − | If the observed abilities are not Voidbinding, it is possible the [[Fused]] might still have access to the system. |
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=== Regal === |
=== Regal === |
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| − | [[Regal#Nightform|Nightform]], one of the [[Regal]] forms of power, was said to allow for foreseeing the future. This suggests a possible relation to Voidbinding, and |
+ | [[Regal#Nightform|Nightform]], one of the [[Regal]] forms of power, was said to allow for foreseeing the future. This suggests a possible relation to Voidbinding, and may have implications about the other forms of power. |
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=== Other === |
=== Other === |
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| − | + | The [[Black sphere|sphere]] [[Szeth]] takes from [[Gavilar]] in the prologue may be related to Voidbinding. |
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== Known and Likely Voidbinders == |
== Known and Likely Voidbinders == |
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| Related to | Odium[1] |
| Prerequisites | unknown |
| Type | unknown |
| World of Origin | Roshar |
| Universe | Cosmere |
Voidbinding is a manifestation of Investiture on Roshar of which little is known. It is connected to Odium and his Unmade[2], and predicting the future is said to be of it.[3] Khriss's writings in the Ars Arcanum states that there are ten levels of Voidbinding and that it is cousin to the Old Magic.[4]
Prerequisites
Not much is known about how one becomes a Voidbinder under normal circumstances. It has been said that Voidbinding usually, though not always, originates with the Unmade.[2]
A possible example of a method is by bonding with a corrupted Nahel spren. Renarin Kholin's ability to see the future has been connected to Voidbinding,[5][6] and it is likely he gained it through his bond to the corrupted spren Glys.[7] How much Renarin's abilities relate to Voidbinding, is currently unclear.
Mythology
One of the most common powers associated with Voidbinding is prophecy and foresight.[3][8] According to the ardents, even the Heralds denounced its use. Whether or not this is true or a myth is yet to be seen, although Jasnah believes this to be true. Regardless, in Vorin nations, any type of prediction is considered to be taboo.[9] The ardents worried that Dalinar's visions were connected to Voidbinding, although since the visions come from Honor, that was an unfounded concern.[10]
The Vorin reluctance to guess the future led to the rise of games like breakneck, that don't require directly guessing the future.[9] Many Vorins are distrustful of stormwardens, since they predict when highstorms are going to occur.[11]
Abilities
Very little is known about the abilities of Voidbinding. While the Ars Arcanum says that there are ten levels to Voidbinding and refers to "Voidbindings", it is unknown what this means.
The only ability currently confirmed to be related to Voidbinding is Renarin's ability to see the future. Though it is not known precisely how they are related, the Voidbinding chart was referenced as part of the confirmation.[5][6]
While details on the ability are sparse, Renarin's future sight is shown to be imperfect, as the events he foresaw during the Battle of Thaylen Field did not come to pass.[12] It seems to also in some way be fueled by Stormlight.[6]
Voidish Surges
There are glyphs on the Voidbinding chart that share position with and are variations of the Surge glyphs on the Surgebinding chart. Instead of the axial symmetry of the Surge glyphs, the glyphs on the Voidbinding chart exhibit rotational symmetry. It may be that these glyphs represent either alternatives to, or variant expressions of, the Surges in Surgebinding.
A prominent example is Renarin Kholin's visions of the future. It is possible that these visions are a "Voidish" expression of the Surge of Illumination.
Fused
The abilities demonstrated by the Fused have so far been typical of Surgebinding, but it may be that their powers may be related to, or be a manifestation of, Voidbinding, or "Voidish Surges". It is currently unknown what system the abilities they have demonstrated fall under, and they might even belong to a yet unnamed system. If the observed abilities are not Voidbinding, it is possible the Fused might still have access to the system.
Regal
Nightform, one of the Regal forms of power, was said to allow for foreseeing the future. This suggests a possible relation to Voidbinding, and may have implications about the other forms of power.
Other
The sphere Szeth takes from Gavilar in the prologue may be related to Voidbinding.
Known and Likely Voidbinders
- Renarin Kholin (bonded to Glys)
Notes
- ↑ Boskone 54
— Arcanum - 2017-02-18# - ↑ a b Skyward Pre-Release AMA
— Arcanum - 2018-10-22# - ↑ a b The Way of Kings chapter 18#
- ↑ The Way of Kings Ars Arcanum#
- ↑ a b Argent's Secret Renarin WoB
— 17th Shard forums - 2017-11-22# - ↑ a b c Oathbringer Chicago signing
— Arcanum - 2017-11-21# - ↑ Oathbringer chapter 116#
- ↑ Salt Lake City signing
— Arcanum - 2017-12-16# - ↑ a b The Way of Kings interlude I-6#
- ↑ The Way of Kings chapter 75#
- ↑ The Way of Kings chapter 60#
- ↑ Oathbringer chapter 118#