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== Ideals of the Truthwatchers ==
The Ideals of the Knights Radiant, also known as the [[Immortal Words]], are a set of rules by which the Radiants lived. 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 has an additional four Ideals that are unique to that order. The Ideals of the Order of Truthwatchers all focus on seeking and sharing truth, as well as making sure it is not improperly exploited. However, unlike the [[Order of Lightweavers|Lightweavers]], who pursue personal truths, the Truthwatchers are concerned more with uncovering the greater secrets of the universe.{{wob ref|13776}}
 
=== The First Ideal ===
 
== History ==
The ancient Truthwatchers were often scientists, scholars and tinkers; this led to them being perceived as quiet and rather esoteric in their pursuits. They tended to be reserved, though a group of them was always dedicated to monitoring the actions of the poeple in power on Roshar, and making their opinions on said actions heard far and wide if necessary. They particularly concerned themselves with abuse of power, as well as finding out the truth, though what constituted "truth" was a subject of some debate.{{wob ref|13776}}
Truthwatchers are very concerned with knowledge and the proper exploitation of it. Note that this should not be confused with the Lightweavers, whose oaths are themed toward personal truths about themselves, said for reasons of self-actualization. Truthwatchers are more concerned with the fundamental truths of the universe, and whether or not those in power are being truthful with the people they lead.{{wob ref|13776}}
 
Truthwatchers would often engage in enthusiastic discussions on the topic of philosophy, particularly concerning the truth, even if many such conversations would take place only in writing. They were also interested in the more obscure crafts and sciences, such as new [[fabrial]]s or technologies.{{wob ref|13776}}
The Truthwatchers are seen as quiet, largely known as the most scholarly Order of Knights Radiant. They tend to attract scientists primarily, but also scholars or thinkers of all types, leading others to see them as esoteric. This extends to some who might not normally be known as scholarly but instead as someone often consumed by their own thoughts. In general, they tend to be reserved, particularly in person, though a small minority of Truthwatchers are greatly concerned with the actions of the powerful and might be likened to investigative reporters. These make their opinions known loudly and forcefully, particularly if they think someone in power is abusing that power or lying about fundamental truths. Note that, as with all Knights Radiant, there is great disagreement within the Order about what is the truth. However, Truthwatchers tend to approach these discussions with enthusiasm, even if they generally prefer to write their opinions rather than speak them. Among the Knights Radiant, the Truthwatchers tend to be those who hold the knowledge and secrets of Surgebinding and are the ones to discover many of the newer advances in things like fabrial technology.{{wob ref|13776}}
 
Modern Truthwatchers are few and far betwen, scattered around the world rather than united.{{book ref
== Known Truthwatchers ==▼
 
▲== KnownNotable Truthwatchers ==
*[[Renarin Kholin]] (bonded to [[Glys]]) considers himself to be a Truthwatcher,{{book ref|sa2|89}} though Glys's corruption by [[Sja-anat]] makes his precise status unclear.
 
* [[YmRenarin Kholin]] is confirmed(bonded to have[[Glys]]) beenconsiders onhimself the path ofto becomingbe a Truthwatcher.,{{wobbook ref|2507sa2|89}} Hethough wasGlys's observedcorruption usingby Progression.{{book[[Sja-anat]] ref|sa2|i|2}}makes his precise status unclear.
* [[Ym]] is confirmed to have been on the path of becoming a Truthwatcher, and had access to the Surge of Progression.{{wob ref|2507}}{{book ref|sa2|i|2}}
 
*The [[Stump]], who runs [[Tashi's Light Orphanage]], appears to beis a Truthwatcher, asin shevery hasearly thestages undevelopedof powerthe of Regrowthbond.{{book Her spren appears to her as "light reflected on a wall from a mirror," not like a vine, like [[Wyndle]]ref|sa2.5|20}}{{book ref|Edgedancersa3|2053}}
 
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