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The '''Order of Stonewards''' was an order of the [[Knights Radiant]] on Roshar.
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The '''Order of Stonewards''' is an order of the [[Knights Radiant]] on Roshar.{{epigraph ref|sa2|37}}
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The Stonewards were [[Surgebinder]]s who used the [[Surge]]s of '''Cohesion''' and '''Tension''', and they are associated with the topaz [[polestone]]. The patron [[Herald]] of the Stonewards is [[Talenel]]. In [[Shadesmar]], the spren of the Stonewards, [[peakspren]], look like stone and their skin cracks when they move.{{wob ref|9532}}
   
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== Philosophy ==
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The Stonewards were [[Surgebinder]]s who used the [[Surge]]s of '''Cohesion''' and '''Tension''', and they absorbed [[Stormlight]] from gems. So far it is not known what powers the Stonewards had. The glow of their Shardplate was amber{{book ref|wok|19}}.
  
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Those who join the Stonewards generally subscribe to a philosophy of team dynamics, on learning to work with others, and on being there for those who need them.{{wob ref|13780}} The core tenet of the order is be there when needed. They seek to take a difficult situation with few resources and make something better of it.{{wob ref|16469}} The order strives to exemplify resolve, strength, and dependability.{{epigraph ref|sa2|37}} They tend to attract those who are most interested in warfare, prowess with weapons, or athletics of any sort.{{wob ref|13780}}{{wob ref|16469}}
   
 
== Ideals of the Stonewards ==
  
== Ideals of the Stonewards ==
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The Ideals of the Knights Radiant, also known as the [[Immortal Words]], are a set of rules by which the Radiant lived. The First Ideal, identical for all orders of the Radiants, is used as their motto. Each of the Radiant Orders then had an additional four ideals that were unique to each order.
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The Ideals of the Knights Radiant, also known as the [[Immortal Words]], are a set of rules by which the Radiants live. The First Ideal is shared by all of the orders, and is used as a motto for the Knights Radiant as a whole. Each of the orders then have an additional four Ideals that are unique to that order.{{book ref|sa1|59}} The Ideals of the Order of Stonewards all focus on working with a team and supporting others, which led them to put others' interests before their own. Of the orders, they were some of the least likely to bend their Ideals.{{wob ref|13780}}
   
 
=== The First Ideal ===
  
=== The First Ideal ===
 
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| Life before death, strength before weakness, journey before destination
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|Life before death, strength before weakness, journey before destination
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| The First Ideal of the Knights Radiant{{book ref|wok|59}}
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|The First Ideal of the Knights Radiant{{book ref|wok|59}}
 
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=== The Second Ideal ===
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A possible second ideal for Stonewards is "I will stand where others fall"{{qa ref|1069|9|Unknown Ideal|date=2014-03-11}}
  
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The Second Ideal of the Stonewards is focused on being there when needed{{wob ref|13780}}
   
 
== Abilities ==
  
== Abilities ==
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{{image|WOKLB - KS - Stonewards by Steve Argyle.jpeg|side=right|width=200px|Stonewards}}
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The Stonewards use the Surges of '''Cohesion''' and '''Tension'''.
  
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|The Shardbearer pressed his hand against the incline leading up to the Voidbringer, and again the stone seemed to writhe. Steps formed in the rock, as if it were made of wax that could flow and be shaped.
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|Dalinar's observations of a Stoneward in a [[Dalinar's visions|vision]]{{book ref|sa3|38}}
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The Stonewards use the Surges of '''Cohesion''' and '''Tension'''. Like most Knights Radiant, the Stonewards have squires.{{book ref|sa4|43}}{{wob ref|15204}}
   
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=== Cohesion ===
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Their exact Powers are so far unknown, although in [[Dalinar]]'s visions a stoneward is seen to be able to reshape stone to some extent. This ability is based on the surge of tension.
  
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[[Surgebinding#Cohesion|'''Cohesion''']] allows them to manipulate or alter objects at a molecular level.{{wob ref|6061}} Their exact Powers are so far unknown, but they are able to reshape stone to some extent.{{book ref|sa3|38}} This ability lets them reshape things other than stone, but not flesh or anything even slightly Invested.{{wob ref|9422}}
   
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=== Tension ===
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[[Surgebinding#Tension|'''Tension''']] allows them to alter the stiffness of an object.{{book ref|sa2|part=ars}}{{wob ref|7843}} Stonewards are able to control the hardness of an object, allowing them to harden clothing into weapons, and have the ability to shape stone at their will.{{book ref|sa4|32}} Much like Cohesion, Tension is highly resisted by [[Investiture]].{{wob ref|9422}}
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While Stonewards' exact powers are unknown, some ideas about their powers can be inferred from their Surges.
 
   
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=== Shardplate Abilities ===
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'''Cohesion:''' the property of like molecules (of the same substance) to stick to each other due to mutual attraction.
 
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The glow of their [[Shardplate]] is amber.{{book ref|wok|19}}
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'''Tension:''' Tension is the force that is transmitted through a string, rope, cable or wire when it is pulled tight by forces acting from opposite ends. The tension force is directed along the length of the wire and pulls equally on the objects attached to opposite ends of the wire. So, tension could be said to be a "binding" force in that it is a measure of the force that holds two objects together.
 
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Given these forces, it is possible that some of the Stonewards' powers will resemble those of [[Lurcher]]s from [[Mistborn (series)|Mistborn]] and the [[Windrunner#Adhesion|Full Lashings]] used by [[Windrunner]]s. Stonewards' "lurcher" abilities should allow them to pull on objects of the same substances (and possibly only stone) similar to the way that lurchers pull on metals. Additionally, given the similarities between ''cohesion'' (attraction to like substances) and ''adhesion'' (attraction to unlike substances), Stonewards should be able to stick objects of the same substance together in the same way that Full Lashings allow Windrunners to attach objects to walls. Alternatively, Cohesion may function like a version of Regrowth for inanimate objects (as it does for Bondsmiths), and Tension may be the Surge used by the Stoneward in Dalinar's Aharietiam to make the stone flow like water.
  
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If Stonewards are only able to use their abilities on stone - or even if their abilities are not limited to stone, but stone has historically been their substance of choice - then it is easy to see how they got their name. Stonewards could presumably pull stones to themselves and stick them together to create any number of stone constructs (defensive barriers, buildings, sculptures, etc.).
  
   
 
== History ==
  
== History ==
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The ancient Stonewards were the infantry and the ground troops of the Knights Radiant; alongside the [[Windrunners]], they were considered the finest soldiers.{{wob ref|16469}} They tended to attract people interested in warfare, but also challenge, prowess with weapons, and athleticism. Throughout the world, they were widely known for being dependable, strong and filled with resolve, but also stubborn to a fault and prone to taking on projects larger than themselves. This attitude was said to be a good representation of their patron Herald.{{wob ref|13780}}{{epigraph ref|sa2|37}} They took pride in this -- to be there when they were needed was a core tenet of their order.{{wob ref|13780}}
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The Stonewards exemplified resolve, strength, and dependability.
  
   
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In battle, they served as the frontline troops.{{wob ref|12085}} In times of peace, on the other hand, they were often explorers, but also sportsmen, often organizing and engaging in various competitions and events.{{wob ref|13780}}
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In Words of Radiance The Author notes that the Stonewards were more than any other order match in nature and temperament to their Herald.
 
   
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== Notable Stonewards ==
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They were however also described as stubborn to a fault.
  
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* [[Zu (Roshar)|Zu]] (bonded to [[Ua'pam]])
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* [[Badali]] (bonded to an unknown peakspren)
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They served as the Radiants' front-line troops.{{wob ref|12085}}
  
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* [[Talatin]] was a historic Stoneward from before the [[Recreance]].
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== Known Stonewards ==
  
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* The patron of the Stonewards was [[Talenel]], Stonesinew, Herald of War.
  
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* [[Talatin]] was a member of the Order of the Stonewards, before the Recreance.
  
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At this time, no new members of the Order of Stonewards have been revealed.
  
   
 
== Quotes ==
  
== Quotes ==
 
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| Now, as each order was thus matched to the nature and temperament of the Herald it named patron, there was none more archetypal of this than the Stonewards, who followed after Talenelat'Elin, Stonesinew, Herald of War: they thought it a point of virtue to exemplify resolve, strength, and dependability. Alas, they took less care for imprudent practice of their stubbornness, even in the face of proven error.
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|Now, as each order was thus matched to the nature and temperament of the Herald it named patron, there was none more archetypal of this than the Stonewards, who followed after Talenelat'Elin, Stonesinew, Herald of War: they thought it a point of virtue to exemplify resolve, strength, and dependability. Alas, they took less care for imprudent practice of their stubbornness, even in the face of proven error.
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| [[Words of Radiance (in-world)|''Words of Radiance'', chapter 13, page 1]]{{epigraph ref|sa2|37}}
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|[[Words of Radiance (in-world)|''Words of Radiance'', chapter 13, page 1]]{{epigraph ref|sa2|37}}
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|As a Stoneward, I spent my entire life looking to sacrifice myself. I secretly worry that this is the cowardly way. The easy way out. - From drawer 29-5, topaz.
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|Oathbringer, Chapter 58, Epigraph{{epigraph ref|sa3|58}}
 
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Latest revision as of 10:17, 7 March 2024

Order of Stonewards
Stonewards glyph.svg
Cohesion
Tension
Herald Talenel
Spren Peakspren
Surges Cohesion & Tension
Plate spren Unknown
World of Origin Roshar
Universe Cosmere
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The Order of Stonewards is an order of the Knights Radiant on Roshar.[1]

The Stonewards were Surgebinders who used the Surges of Cohesion and Tension, and they are associated with the topaz polestone. The patron Herald of the Stonewards is Talenel. In Shadesmar, the spren of the Stonewards, peakspren, look like stone and their skin cracks when they move.[2]

Philosophy[edit]

Those who join the Stonewards generally subscribe to a philosophy of team dynamics, on learning to work with others, and on being there for those who need them.[3] The core tenet of the order is be there when needed. They seek to take a difficult situation with few resources and make something better of it.[4] The order strives to exemplify resolve, strength, and dependability.[1] They tend to attract those who are most interested in warfare, prowess with weapons, or athletics of any sort.[3][4]

Ideals of the Stonewards[edit]

The Ideals of the Knights Radiant, also known as the Immortal Words, are a set of rules by which the Radiants live. The First Ideal is shared by all of the orders, and is used as a motto for the Knights Radiant as a whole. Each of the orders then have an additional four Ideals that are unique to that order.[5] The Ideals of the Order of Stonewards all focus on working with a team and supporting others, which led them to put others' interests before their own. Of the orders, they were some of the least likely to bend their Ideals.[3]

The First Ideal[edit]

“Life before death, strength before weakness, journey before destination ”

—The First Ideal of the Knights Radiant[5]

The Second Ideal[edit]

The Second Ideal of the Stonewards is focused on being there when needed[3]

Abilities[edit]

by Steve Argyle
Stonewards

“The Shardbearer pressed his hand against the incline leading up to the Voidbringer, and again the stone seemed to writhe. Steps formed in the rock, as if it were made of wax that could flow and be shaped. ”

—Dalinar's observations of a Stoneward in a vision[6]

The Stonewards use the Surges of Cohesion and Tension. Like most Knights Radiant, the Stonewards have squires.[7][8]

Cohesion[edit]

Cohesion allows them to manipulate or alter objects at a molecular level.[9] Their exact Powers are so far unknown, but they are able to reshape stone to some extent.[6] This ability lets them reshape things other than stone, but not flesh or anything even slightly Invested.[10]

Tension[edit]

Tension allows them to alter the stiffness of an object.[11][12] Stonewards are able to control the hardness of an object, allowing them to harden clothing into weapons, and have the ability to shape stone at their will.[13] Much like Cohesion, Tension is highly resisted by Investiture.[10]

Shardplate Abilities[edit]

The glow of their Shardplate is amber.[14]

History[edit]

The ancient Stonewards were the infantry and the ground troops of the Knights Radiant; alongside the Windrunners, they were considered the finest soldiers.[4] They tended to attract people interested in warfare, but also challenge, prowess with weapons, and athleticism. Throughout the world, they were widely known for being dependable, strong and filled with resolve, but also stubborn to a fault and prone to taking on projects larger than themselves. This attitude was said to be a good representation of their patron Herald.[3][1] They took pride in this -- to be there when they were needed was a core tenet of their order.[3]

In battle, they served as the frontline troops.[15] In times of peace, on the other hand, they were often explorers, but also sportsmen, often organizing and engaging in various competitions and events.[3]

Notable Stonewards[edit]

Quotes[edit]

“Now, as each order was thus matched to the nature and temperament of the Herald it named patron, there was none more archetypal of this than the Stonewards, who followed after Talenelat'Elin, Stonesinew, Herald of War: they thought it a point of virtue to exemplify resolve, strength, and dependability. Alas, they took less care for imprudent practice of their stubbornness, even in the face of proven error. ”

“As a Stoneward, I spent my entire life looking to sacrifice myself. I secretly worry that this is the cowardly way. The easy way out. - From drawer 29-5, topaz. ”

—Oathbringer, Chapter 58, Epigraph[16]

Notes[edit]

  1. ↑ a b c d Words of Radiance chapter 37 epigraph#
  2. ↑ JordanCon 2018
    — Arcanum - 2018-04-22#
  3. ↑ a b c d e f g The Ten Orders of Knights Radiant
    — Arcanum - 2020-06-09#
  4. ↑ a b c #SayTheWords
    — Arcanum - 2024-02-21#
  5. ↑ a b The Way of Kings chapter 59#
  6. ↑ a b Oathbringer chapter 38#
  7. ↑ Rhythm of War chapter 43#
  8. ↑ Mini-Con 2021
    — Arcanum - 2021-11-22#
  9. ↑ Words of Radiance Seattle signing
    — Arcanum - 2014-03-08#
  10. ↑ a b Orem signing
    — Arcanum - 2018-03-10#
  11. ↑ Words of Radiance Ars Arcanum#
  12. ↑ Words of Radiance Omaha signing
    — Arcanum - 2014-03-13#
  13. ↑ Rhythm of War chapter 32#
  14. ↑ The Way of Kings chapter 19#
  15. ↑ Skyward Atlanta signing
    — Arcanum - 2018-11-17#
  16. ↑ Oathbringer chapter 58 epigraph#
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