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'''Baon''' is a soldier from the Darkside of [[Taldain]].{{wob ref|9208}} He has a "brutish frame" and is a skilled fighter, but he speaks eloquently and proves to be very perceptive.{{book ref|ws1}}
  
 
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|You know a lot about war, dear man. Of course, that’s what you’re paid for!
  
|You know a lot about war, dear man. Of course, that’s what you’re paid for!
 
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'''Baon''' is a soldier from the Darkside of [[Taldain]].
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== Appearance and Personality ==
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Baon has a "brutish frame" and is a skilled fighter. He is perceptive and speaks eloquently.{{book ref|ws1|3}}
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White Sand v2 Cover Art.jpg | On the ''[[White Sand Volume 2]]'' cover by [[Julius Gopez]]
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== History ==
  
== History ==
 
=== On Taldain ===
  
=== On Taldain ===
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==== Journey to Dayside ====
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Baon travelled with [[Khrissalla]], [[Cynder]], and [[Jon Acron]] to [[Dayside]]. Cynder stated that Baon knows a lot about war.{{book ref|ws1|3}} He carried multiple pistols and proved to be a proficient fighter as his group traveled to [[Kezare]] with Kenton.{{book ref|ws1|4}} He followed Khriss everywhere and took orders from her, appearing to be her guard. When Baon recognized [[Loaten]] he drew his gun and asserted that the man is a traitor before Khriss commanded him to stand down.{{book ref|ws1|5}}
  
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Baon was sent by [[Skathan]] to [[Dayside]] to investigate whether the [[Diem|sand masters]] posed a threat to the Dynasty.{{book ref|ws3|2}} [[Khrissalla]] hired Baon to guard her on her trip to Dayside to find prince [[Gevalden]] and the [[sand mastery|Sand Mages]] he was looking for. Baon went on the journey to Dayside with both of these purposes equally in mind.{{book ref|ws3|2}}
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|There’s something they don’t teach you in your university, duchess—the unlearned aren’t as stupid as you think.
  
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When Captain [[Deral]] and his [[Deral's lieutenant|lieutenant]] attempted to sell their party to the [[Dynastic]]{{ref|text=only stated explicitly in the [[White Sand (prose)|prose]].}} border patrol, Baon killed both of them to ensure that their escaped safely. He took Deral's pistols for himself thinking that no one would notice them for what they were.{{book ref|ws2|6}}
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When their group was running low on water and found [[Kenton]], Baon spoke to him in Dynastic, somehow detecting that he was being understood. At Baon's prodding Kenton showed them how to get water from the [[dorim vines]]. Kenton then guided Baon and his companions to [[Kezare]]. When their group was attacked by [[Kerztian]] [[DaiKeen|warrior-priests]], Baon used one of his pistols to kill two of the warriors and scare the rest of them away. When they arrived in Kezare the group parted ways with Kenton, who went to the [[Diem]], and headed for the Darksider quarter, [[Lonzare]].{{book ref|ws1|4}}
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==== In Kezare ====
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[[N'Teese]], for a ten [[lak]] fee, brought the group to meet with [[Loaten]]. Baon tried to join Khriss in her meeting with the man, but the guards at the door would not let him through. Khriss told him that it was fine and entered. When Khriss was leaving the office, Baon caught a glimpse of Loaten through the door and recognized him for who he was, a traitor to the Dynasty. He immediately pulled out his pistol and made to attack him, Khriss calmed him down, and the group made a hasty exit.{{book ref|ws1|5}}
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Baon accompanied Khriss as she attempted to meet with the [[Taishin]], searching for information on Gevin.{{book ref|ws1|6}}
   
 
=== On Roshar ===
  
=== On Roshar ===
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'''Blunt''' was the nickname [[Ishikk]] assigned to Baon as he was hunting for [[Hoid]] at the [[Purelake]] on [[Roshar]] with other members of [[Seventeenth Shard|The Seventeenth Shard]].{{book ref|sa1|i|1}} He was tall and broad-shouldered, but lean and muscled, with hair that was short and dark. Ishikk believes the name he provided, '''Vao''', is a false name, though it could be that Baon provided his actual name. Baon was accompanied by [[Galladon]] and [[Demoux]].{{wob ref|10085}}{{wob ref|6683}} Baon joined [[Seventeenth Shard|The Seventeenth Shard]] sometime after the events of [[White Sand]].{{wob ref |1564}}
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'''Blunt''' was the nickname [[Ishikk]] assigned to Baon when he was hunting for [[Hoid]] at the [[Purelake]] on [[Roshar]] with other members of [[Seventeenth Shard|The Seventeenth Shard]].{{book ref|sa1|i|1}} He was described as tall and broad-shouldered, but lean and muscled, with hair that was short and dark. Ishikk believes the name he provided, '''Vao''', is a false name, though it could be that Baon provided his actual name. Baon was accompanied by [[Galladon]] and [[Demoux]].{{wob ref|10085}}{{wob ref|6683}} Baon joined [[Seventeenth Shard|The Seventeenth Shard]] sometime after the events of [[White Sand]].{{wob ref |1564}}
 
Baon wondered if there was something to the abilities that the Purelakers ascribed to their fish, but Galladon thought he had a tendency to believe in superstition. Baon also spoke [[Selan]] well.
  
Baon wondered if there was something to the abilities that the Purelakers ascribed to their fish, but Galladon thought he had a tendency to believe in superstition. Baon also spoke [[Selan]] well.
   
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== Attributes and Abilities ==
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<gallery caption="Images of Baon">
  
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Baon has the ability to [[worldhop]],{{wob ref|5556}} as well as the ability to use sand mastery.{{book ref|ws3|6}}
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WS - Baon.jpg | Portrait by [[User: Botanicaxu]]
  
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White Sand v1 Cover Art.jpg | On ''White Sand Volume 1'' cover by [[Julius Gopez]]
  
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White Sand v2 Cover Art.jpg | On ''White Sand Volume 2'' cover by [[Julius Gopez]]
  
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He is a skilled soldier and marksman. He is less sensitive to the sunlight of Dayside and, unlike the other Darksiders, does not wear sunglasses to protect his eyes from the glare.{{book ref|ws1|3}} He is very perceptive and skilled at reading body language.{{book ref|ws1|4}}
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Baon had the ability to [[worldhop]],{{wob ref|5556}} and had the build and attitude of a soldier.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}} He also has the ability to use [[Sand mastery|sand mastery]].{{book ref|ws3|6}}
  
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== Relationships ==
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== Quotes ==
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|There’s something they don’t teach you in your university, duchess—the unlearned aren’t as stupid as you think.
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|Baon{{book ref|ws1|3}}
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== Trivia ==
  
== Trivia ==
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* Long before the concept of the [[Cosmere]] was developed, Baon appeared as ''Doram'' in the first story Brandon ever wrote.{{bws ref|its-here-2|It's Here|post|pre|date=2010-8-31}}
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* Long before the concept of the [[cosmere]] was developed, Baon appeared as ''Doram'' in the first story Brandon ever wrote.{{bws ref|its-here-2|It's Here|post|pre|date=2010-8-31}}
 
* Baon was also previously called ''Bowen'' before the linguistics of Taldain were worked out.{{wob ref|9208}}
  
* Baon was also previously called ''Bowen'' before the linguistics of Taldain were worked out.{{wob ref|9208}}
   
 
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Revision as of 15:04, 22 January 2020

Baon
WS - Baon.jpg
by botanicaxu
Abilities Sand master,[1] Worldhopper
Aliases Vao, Blunt
Groups Seventeenth Shard, Dynasty[2]
Ethnicity Darksider
Homeworld Taldain
Universe Cosmere
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“You know a lot about war, dear man. Of course, that’s what you’re paid for! ”

—Cynder to Baon[3]

Baon is a soldier from the Darkside of Taldain.

Appearance and Personality

Baon has a "brutish frame" and is a skilled fighter. He is perceptive and speaks eloquently.[3]


History

On Taldain

Journey to Dayside

Baon was sent by Skathan to Dayside to investigate whether the sand masters posed a threat to the Dynasty.[4] Khrissalla hired Baon to guard her on her trip to Dayside to find prince Gevalden and the Sand Mages he was looking for. Baon went on the journey to Dayside with both of these purposes equally in mind.[4]

When Captain Deral and his lieutenant attempted to sell their party to the Dynastic[5] border patrol, Baon killed both of them to ensure that their escaped safely. He took Deral's pistols for himself thinking that no one would notice them for what they were.[2]

When their group was running low on water and found Kenton, Baon spoke to him in Dynastic, somehow detecting that he was being understood. At Baon's prodding Kenton showed them how to get water from the dorim vines. Kenton then guided Baon and his companions to Kezare. When their group was attacked by Kerztian warrior-priests, Baon used one of his pistols to kill two of the warriors and scare the rest of them away. When they arrived in Kezare the group parted ways with Kenton, who went to the Diem, and headed for the Darksider quarter, Lonzare.[6]

In Kezare

N'Teese, for a ten lak fee, brought the group to meet with Loaten. Baon tried to join Khriss in her meeting with the man, but the guards at the door would not let him through. Khriss told him that it was fine and entered. When Khriss was leaving the office, Baon caught a glimpse of Loaten through the door and recognized him for who he was, a traitor to the Dynasty. He immediately pulled out his pistol and made to attack him, Khriss calmed him down, and the group made a hasty exit.[7]

Baon accompanied Khriss as she attempted to meet with the Taishin, searching for information on Gevin.[8]

On Roshar

Blunt was the nickname Ishikk assigned to Baon when he was hunting for Hoid at the Purelake on Roshar with other members of The Seventeenth Shard.[9] He was described as tall and broad-shouldered, but lean and muscled, with hair that was short and dark. Ishikk believes the name he provided, Vao, is a false name, though it could be that Baon provided his actual name. Baon was accompanied by Galladon and Demoux.[10][11] Baon joined The Seventeenth Shard sometime after the events of White Sand.[12] Baon wondered if there was something to the abilities that the Purelakers ascribed to their fish, but Galladon thought he had a tendency to believe in superstition. Baon also spoke Selan well.

Attributes and Abilities

Baon has the ability to worldhop,[13] as well as the ability to use sand mastery.[1]

He is a skilled soldier and marksman. He is less sensitive to the sunlight of Dayside and, unlike the other Darksiders, does not wear sunglasses to protect his eyes from the glare.[3] He is very perceptive and skilled at reading body language.[6]

Relationships

Quotes

“There’s something they don’t teach you in your university, duchess—the unlearned aren’t as stupid as you think. ”

—Baon[3]


Trivia

  • Long before the concept of the cosmere was developed, Baon appeared as Doram in the first story Brandon ever wrote.[14]
  • Baon was also previously called Bowen before the linguistics of Taldain were worked out.[15]

Notes

  1. ↑ a b White Sand Volume 3 chapter 6#
  2. ↑ a b White Sand Volume 2 chapter 6#
  3. ↑ a b c d White Sand Volume 1 chapter 3#
  4. ↑ a b White Sand Volume 3 chapter 2#
  5. ↑ only stated explicitly in the prose.
  6. ↑ a b White Sand Volume 1 chapter 4#
  7. ↑ White Sand Volume 1 chapter 5#
  8. ↑ White Sand Volume 1 chapter 6#
  9. ↑ The Way of Kings interlude I-1#
  10. ↑ West Jordan signing
    — Arcanum - 2011-08-04#
  11. ↑ West Jordan signing
    — Arcanum - 2011-12-15#
  12. ↑ Arcanum Unbounded Chicago signing
    — Arcanum - 2016-12-06#
  13. ↑ Barnes & Noble B-Fest 2016
    — Arcanum - 2016-06-11#
  14. ↑ It's Here
    — Brandon's website - 2010-8-31#
  15. ↑ Salt Lake City signing
    — Arcanum - 2014-03-29#
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