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The '''Ten Essences''' were types of material that could be Soulcast and were also associated with other traditional [[Vorin]] symbolism.{{book ref|sa1|part=ars}}
  
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The '''Ten Essences''' is the traditional [[Vorin]] term associated with both [[Soulcasting]] properties and the [[Herald]]s.
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== Soulcasting ==
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Each Essence is connected to a particular [[Polestone|gemstone]].{{book ref|sa1|part=ars}} In order to [[Soulcast]] (via [[fabrial]]) an object into a new material, a Soulcaster must use the gemstone that corresponds to the new material's Essence.
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== Vorinism ==
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Modern [[Vorin]] teachings connect each Essence with a [[Herald]] and that Herald's divine attributes. Ancient Vorinism also correlated them with the Orders of Radiants, although these correlations were not completely accurate.{{wob ref|16195}} Each [[Stances|stance]] used in Vorin combat is associated with an Essence.{{book ref|sa1|19}}
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=== Body Focus ===
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Vorin doctrine also associates each Essence with a "Body Focus" related to the human body. [[Khriss]] believes that the concept is attributable to Vorin philosophy rather than any actual aspect of Rosharan [[Investiture]].{{book ref|sa1|part=ars}} However, it may in fact have some significance.{{wob ref|14636}} Body Focuses do not directly correspond to [[Hemalurgy|Hemalurgic]] bindpoints, but there is a loose relationship.{{wob ref|1100}}
   
 
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<ref name=mistake group=nb>In the [[Ars Arcanum]] of ''[[The Way of Kings]]'', the Divine Attributes of learned/giving and just/confident were placed in each other's places by mistake. This was later corrected by [[Peter Ahlstrom]].</ref></references>
  
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Latest revision as of 07:04, 10 April 2024

Ten Essences
Related to Soulcasting, Vorinism, Essential Theology
World of Origin Roshar
Universe Cosmere
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The Ten Essences is the traditional Vorin term associated with both Soulcasting properties and the Heralds.

Soulcasting[edit]

Each Essence is connected to a particular gemstone.[1] In order to Soulcast (via fabrial) an object into a new material, a Soulcaster must use the gemstone that corresponds to the new material's Essence.

Vorinism[edit]

Modern Vorin teachings connect each Essence with a Herald and that Herald's divine attributes. Ancient Vorinism also correlated them with the Orders of Radiants, although these correlations were not completely accurate.[2] Each stance used in Vorin combat is associated with an Essence.[3]

Body Focus[edit]

Vorin doctrine also associates each Essence with a "Body Focus" related to the human body. Khriss believes that the concept is attributable to Vorin philosophy rather than any actual aspect of Rosharan Investiture.[1] However, it may in fact have some significance.[4] Body Focuses do not directly correspond to Hemalurgic bindpoints, but there is a loose relationship.[5]

Essences[edit]

Essences
Number Gemstone Essence Body Focus Soulcasting Properties Divine Attributes Herald Image
1 Jes Sapphire Zephyr Inhalation Translucent gas, air Protecting Leading Jezrien
2 Nan Smokestone Vapor Exhalation Opaque gas, smoke, fog Just Confident[nb 1] Nale
3 Chach Ruby Spark The Soul Fire Brave Obedient Chanarach
4 Vev Diamond Lucentia The Eyes Quartz, glass, crystal Loving Healing Vedel
5 Palah Emerald Pulp The Hair Wood, plants, moss Learned Giving[nb 1] Pailiah
6 Shash Garnet Blood The Blood Blood, all non-oil liquid Creative Honest Shalash
7 Betab Zircon Tallow Oil All kinds of oil Wise Careful Battar
8 Kak Amethyst Foil The Nails Metal Resolute Builder Kalak
9 Tanat Topaz Talus The Bone Rock and stone Dependable Resourceful Talenel
10 Ishi Heliodor Sinew Flesh Meat, flesh Pious Guiding Ishar

Notes[edit]

  1. ↑ a b The Way of Kings Ars Arcanum#
  2. ↑ General Reddit 2020
    — Arcanum - 2020-01-01#
  3. ↑ The Way of Kings chapter 19#
  4. ↑ Shardcast Interview
    — Arcanum - 2021-01-23#
  5. ↑ 17th Shard Forum Q&A
    — Arcanum - 2012-09-26#

Footnotes

  1. ↑ a b In the Ars Arcanum of The Way of Kings, the Divine Attributes of learned/giving and just/confident were placed in each other's places by mistake. This was later corrected by Peter Ahlstrom.
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