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|...despite what the papers said, the ship was not Rysn's. She owned it. She commanded it. But at least according to maritime tradition, it was not hers.
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'''Rebsk''' is a term for a shipmaster or owner that originates from [[Thaylen]] merchant ships on [[Roshar]]. It is capitalized if used as a title.{{book ref|sa3.5|4}}
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A rebsk hangs a symbolic captain's cord with their colors to denote their position. When a rebsk is present on their ship, the captain follows certain formalities, such as welcoming the rebsk on board and asking for an indication that the voyage can officially begin.{{book ref|sa3.5|4}} Traditionally, a respected rebsk may begin a voyage by taking a turn at the helm, although they are not otherwise involved in sailing the ship.{{book ref|sa3.5|4}}{{book ref|sa3.5|epilogue}} The captain defers to the rebsk in matters of planning the route and any on-shore expeditions; they also keep the rebsk apprised of any issues that may arise during the journey.{{book ref|sa3.5|4}}{{book ref|sa3.5|5}}{{book ref|sa3.5|12}} Although the captain is generally in command of the operation of the ship, it is within the rebsk's rights to give orders regarding the crew.{{book ref|sa3.5|4}}
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|Pardon, but you did what any '''good''' rebsk would do. A rebsk worthy of this crew.
  
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'''Rebsk''' is a term for a shipmaster or owner in [[Thaylenah]]. The rebsk owns the ship according to its documentation, but it is another matter to earn the respect of the crew itself.{{book ref|sa3.5|4}} The position creates a distance between the rebsk and the crew, who view their rebsk as "more unapproachable than an officer."{{book ref|sa3.5|5}} Traditionally, the rebsk begins any voyage by taking a turn at the helm; however, this privilege is only extended to the rebsk by the captain after the rebsk has proven himself or herself to deserve the esteem of the crew, sometimes an undertaking that requires years of interaction. It is also within the rebsk's rights to give orders to the crew, though this could potentially upset the balance of respect and power if the crew does not yet regard their rebsk very highly.{{book ref|sa3.5|4}} When present on the ship, the captain defers to the rebsk in matters of planning the route and any on-shore expeditions{{book ref|sa3.5|12}} and even asks for an indication that the voyage can officially begin.{{book ref|sa3.5|4}}
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Although the rebsk owns the ship according to its documentation, it is another matter to earn the respect of the crew.{{book ref|sa3.5|4}} The nature of the title creates a distance between the rebsk and the crew, who often view their rebsk as "more unapproachable than an officer."{{book ref|sa3.5|5}} For example, the privilege of a turn at the helm is only extended to the rebsk by the captain after the rebsk has proven themselves deserving of the esteem of the crew, an undertaking that may requires years of interaction. Additionally, if a rebsk that has not yet earned respect comes into conflict with the captain, it can potentially upset the balance of power on the ship.{{book ref|sa3.5|4}}
   
 
== Known Rebsk ==
  
== Known Rebsk ==
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* [[Rysn]] is rebsk of the ''[[Wandersail (1174 ship)|Wandersail]]''.{{book ref|sa3.5|4}}
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* [[Rysn Ftori]] is rebsk of the ''[[Wandersail (1174 ship)|Wandersail]]''.{{book ref|sa3.5|4}}
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* [[Vstim]], during his time acting as a trade merchant, is rebsk of several ships.{{book ref|sa3.5|4}}
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* [[Vstim]], during his time acting as a trade merchant, was rebsk of several ships.{{book ref|sa3.5|4}}
   
 
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Revision as of 23:28, 19 July 2021

Rebsk
Related to Thaylenah
World of Origin Roshar
Universe Cosmere

“...despite what the papers said, the ship was not Rysn's. She owned it. She commanded it. But at least according to maritime tradition, it was not hers. ”

—Rysn's thoughts on the position of rebsk[1]

Rebsk is a term for a shipmaster or owner that originates from Thaylen merchant ships on Roshar. It is capitalized if used as a title.[1]

A rebsk hangs a symbolic captain's cord with their colors to denote their position. When a rebsk is present on their ship, the captain follows certain formalities, such as welcoming the rebsk on board and asking for an indication that the voyage can officially begin.[1] Traditionally, a respected rebsk may begin a voyage by taking a turn at the helm, although they are not otherwise involved in sailing the ship.[1][2] The captain defers to the rebsk in matters of planning the route and any on-shore expeditions; they also keep the rebsk apprised of any issues that may arise during the journey.[1][3][4] Although the captain is generally in command of the operation of the ship, it is within the rebsk's rights to give orders regarding the crew.[1]

“Pardon, but you did what any good rebsk would do. A rebsk worthy of this crew.”

—Captain Drlwan to Rysn[2]

Although the rebsk owns the ship according to its documentation, it is another matter to earn the respect of the crew.[1] The nature of the title creates a distance between the rebsk and the crew, who often view their rebsk as "more unapproachable than an officer."[3] For example, the privilege of a turn at the helm is only extended to the rebsk by the captain after the rebsk has proven themselves deserving of the esteem of the crew, an undertaking that may requires years of interaction. Additionally, if a rebsk that has not yet earned respect comes into conflict with the captain, it can potentially upset the balance of power on the ship.[1]

Known Rebsk

Notes

  1. ↑ a b c d e f g h i j Dawnshard chapter 4#
  2. ↑ a b Dawnshard epilogue#
  3. ↑ a b Dawnshard chapter 5#
  4. ↑ Dawnshard chapter 12#
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