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+ | | [[Kaladin]] felt like one of the ten fools. Actually, he felt like all of them. Ten times an idiot. But most specifically [[Eshu]], who spoke of things he did not understand in front of those who did. |
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+ | | Kaladin reflecting after prejudging [[Shallan]]{{book ref|sa2|71}} |
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+ | == Cultural Use == |
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− | They are probably from a religious or historical tale, and presumably all have different traits. They are the opposite of the ten [[Herald]]s.{{qa ref|593|6|Are the Ten Fools the antithesis of the ten orders?|date=Feb 28th, 2011}} |
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+ | The ten fools are invoked to describe someone who is very foolish.{{book ref|sa1|37}}{{book ref|sa1|69}} Each fool is known for a specific foolish attribute, and has a representative [[glyph]] known to [[Vorin]] [[ardent]]s.{{book ref|sa2|I|12}} Specific fools are often referenced in order to emphasize that particular foolish trait.{{book ref|sa1|69}} All of the characters who have mentioned the ten fools are [[Alethi]] or [[Veden]], implying that the ten fools are not well known in modern Roshar outside of the Vorin religion. |
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− | + | [[Pai]] invokes the ten fools in a bold protest against Queen [[Aesudan Kholin]] and the Alethi government, and is executed for her actions.{{book ref|sa2|I|12}} |
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+ | == Origin == |
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+ | The fools represent the antitheses of the [[Immortal Words|ideals]] of the ten [[Herald]]s.{{wob ref|4157}} The number of fools stems from the nature of [[Honor]]{{wob ref|9567}} and each fool corresponds to a specific Herald.{{wob ref|8116}} Unlike the Heralds, it is not yet known if the ten fools are based on historical individuals. |
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== Known Fools == |
== Known Fools == |
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− | ;[[Cabine]]: He acts like a child |
+ | ;[[Cabine]]: He acts like a child even though he is an adult.{{book ref|sa1|37}} |
;[[Eshu]]: He speaks of things he does not understand in front of those who do.{{book ref|sa2|71}} |
;[[Eshu]]: He speaks of things he does not understand in front of those who do.{{book ref|sa2|71}} |
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− | ;[[Dilid]]: He ran up a hillside to the |
+ | ;[[Dilid]]: He ran up a hillside to the [[Tranquiline Halls]] with sand sliding beneath his feet—running for eternity, but never making progress.{{book ref|sa3|29}} |
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== Quotes == |
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+ | These quotes demonstrate how Rosharans refer to the ten fools. |
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| We must have seemed of the ten fools, charging away like that. I do wish you'd given me more notice to prepare your honor guard. This is a war zone. |
| We must have seemed of the ten fools, charging away like that. I do wish you'd given me more notice to prepare your honor guard. This is a war zone. |
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− | | Kal leaned back, breathing in and out. He felt like one of the ten fools specifically Cabine, who acted like a child though he was adult. |
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− | | [[Kaladin]], when he is sent to the kitchens as his father speaks to [[Roshone]].{{book ref|sa1|37}} |
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+ | == Trivia == |
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+ | *Brandon plans to include a painting of the ten fools in one of the books of ''[[The Stormlight Archive]]''.{{wob ref|8116}} |
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− | | I know, that was before I saw him rescue [[Torol Sadeas|Sadeas]]. Every time I start to forget how amazing my father is, he does something to prove me one of the ten fools |
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− | | [[Adolin]].{{book ref|sa1|58}} |
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− | | They'll see me dead, like my father. Sometimes I do wonder if we re chasing after the ten fools here. The assassin in white--he was Shin |
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− | | [[Elhokar]]{{book ref|sa1|58}} |
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− | | They're worthless, you know. You're of the ten fools, Dalinar Kholin! Don't you see how mad you are? This will be remembered as the most ridiculous decision ever made by an Alethi highprince. |
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− | | [[Torol Sadeas]], in reference to [[Dalinar]] trading his [[Shardblade]] for the [[bridgemen]].{{book ref|sa1|69}} |
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== Notes == |
== Notes == |
Revision as of 20:17, 17 August 2021
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World of Origin | Roshar |
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“ Kaladin felt like one of the ten fools. Actually, he felt like all of them. Ten times an idiot. But most specifically Eshu, who spoke of things he did not understand in front of those who did. ”
The ten fools are legendary individuals of cultural significance on Roshar.
Cultural Use
The ten fools are invoked to describe someone who is very foolish.[2][3] Each fool is known for a specific foolish attribute, and has a representative glyph known to Vorin ardents.[4] Specific fools are often referenced in order to emphasize that particular foolish trait.[3] All of the characters who have mentioned the ten fools are Alethi or Veden, implying that the ten fools are not well known in modern Roshar outside of the Vorin religion.
Pai invokes the ten fools in a bold protest against Queen Aesudan Kholin and the Alethi government, and is executed for her actions.[4]
Origin
The fools represent the antitheses of the ideals of the ten Heralds.[5] The number of fools stems from the nature of Honor[6] and each fool corresponds to a specific Herald.[7] Unlike the Heralds, it is not yet known if the ten fools are based on historical individuals.
Known Fools
- Cabine
- He acts like a child even though he is an adult.[2]
- Eshu
- He speaks of things he does not understand in front of those who do.[1]
- Dilid
- He ran up a hillside to the Tranquiline Halls with sand sliding beneath his feet—running for eternity, but never making progress.[8]
Quotes
These quotes demonstrate how Rosharans refer to the ten fools.
“ We must have seemed of the ten fools, charging away like that. I do wish you'd given me more notice to prepare your honor guard. This is a war zone. ”
— Dalinar, to Elhokar, after climbing the rock.[9]
“ I apologize for wasting your time, Brightlord. You are correct; this is akin to the ten fools. ”
Trivia
- Brandon plans to include a painting of the ten fools in one of the books of The Stormlight Archive.[7]
Notes
- ↑ a b Words of Radiance chapter 71#
- ↑ a b The Way of Kings chapter 37#
- ↑ a b The Way of Kings chapter 69#
- ↑ a b Words of Radiance interlude I-12#
- ↑ General Reddit 2011
— Arcanum - 2011-03-01# - ↑ JordanCon 2018
— Arcanum - 2018-04-22# - ↑ a b Oathbringer release party
— Arcanum - 2017-11-13# - ↑ Oathbringer chapter 29#
- ↑ The Way of Kings chapter 12#
- ↑ The Way of Kings chapter 28#