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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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The '''ten fools''' are legendary individuals of cultural significance on [[Roshar]].
   
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== Origin ==
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The '''Ten Fools''' are of cultural significance on [[Roshar]].
  
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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}} Each fool corresponds to a specific Herald,{{wob ref|8116}} although people on Roshar are not aware of the relationship between the two groups.{{wob ref|14135}} Unlike the Heralds, it is not known if the ten fools are based on historical individuals.
   
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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.{{ref|?|593|6|Are the Ten Fools the antithesis of the ten orders?}}
  
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The ten fools are invoked to describe someone who is acting very foolish.{{book ref|sa1|37}}{{book ref|sa1|69}} Each fool is known for a specific foolish attribute that 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, either using their name or their number (the fools have a specific numerical order, e.g. the "fourth fool").{{book ref|sa4|12}}{{book ref|sa1|69}} The ten fools are mentioned only by residents of Vorin nations, and it is unclear if they are known in other parts of Roshar.
   
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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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==Known Fools==
  
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;[[Cabine]]: He acts like a child although he is an adult.{{ref|b|sa1|c|37}}
  
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;[[Eshu]]: He speaks of things he does not understand in front of those who do.{{ref|b|sa2|c|71}}
  
   
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== Known Fools ==
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;[[Cabine]]: He acts like a child even though he is an adult.{{book ref|sa1|37}}
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{{quote|Dalinar moved on quickly. "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.{{ref|b|sa1|c|12}}|}}
  
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;[[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 [[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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{{quote|I apologize for wasting your time, Brightlord. You are correct; this is akin to the ten fools.|[[Teleb]], concerning lighter bridges to Dalinar.{{ref|b|sa1|c|28}}|}}
  
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Rosharans from Vorin nations speak of the ten fools (or think about them) in many different situations.
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| I apologize for wasting your time, Brightlord. You are correct; this is akin to the ten fools.
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| [[Teleb]]{{book ref|sa1|28}}
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{{quote|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.|[[Kaladin]], when he is sent to the kitchens as his father speaks to [[Roshone]].{{ref|b|sa1|c|37}}|}}
  
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|... I've made a life out of traveling to difficult places to trade, and even my babsk said that trying to trade with the [[Horneater]]s was akin to the seventh fool.
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{{quote|I know, Adolin said. That was before I saw him rescue [[Sadeas]]. Every time I start to forget how amazing my father is, he does something to prove me one of the ten fools|[[Adolin]].{{ref|b|sa1|c|58}}|}}
  
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{{quote|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|[[Elhokar]]{{ref|b|sa1|c|58}}|}}
  
   
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{{quote|They're worthless, you know, Sadeas said. 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.|[[Sadeas]], in reference to [[Dalinar]] trading his [[Shardblade]] for the [[bridgemen]].{{ref|b|sa1|c|69}}|}}
  
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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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Latest revision as of 03:07, 22 July 2023

Ten fools
Related to Vorinism, Heralds
World of Origin Roshar
Universe Cosmere

“ 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. ”

— Kaladin reflecting after prejudging Shallan[1]

The ten fools are legendary individuals of cultural significance on Roshar.

Origin[edit]

The fools represent the antitheses of the ideals of the ten Heralds.[2] The number of fools stems from the nature of Honor.[3] Each fool corresponds to a specific Herald,[4] although people on Roshar are not aware of the relationship between the two groups.[5] Unlike the Heralds, it is not known if the ten fools are based on historical individuals.

Cultural Use[edit]

The ten fools are invoked to describe someone who is acting very foolish.[6][7] Each fool is known for a specific foolish attribute that has a representative glyph known to Vorin ardents.[8] Specific fools are often referenced in order to emphasize that particular foolish trait, either using their name or their number (the fools have a specific numerical order, e.g. the "fourth fool").[9][7] The ten fools are mentioned only by residents of Vorin nations, and it is unclear if they are known in other parts of Roshar.

Pai invokes the ten fools in a bold protest against Queen Aesudan Kholin and the Alethi government, and is executed for her actions.[8]

Known Fools[edit]

Cabine
He acts like a child even though he is an adult.[6]
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.[10]

Quotes[edit]

Rosharans from Vorin nations speak of the ten fools (or think about them) in many different situations.

“ I apologize for wasting your time, Brightlord. You are correct; this is akin to the ten fools. ”

“... I've made a life out of traveling to difficult places to trade, and even my babsk said that trying to trade with the Horneaters was akin to the seventh fool. ”

For more quotes, see /quotes.

Trivia[edit]

Notes[edit]

  1. ↑ a b Words of Radiance chapter 71#
  2. ↑ General Reddit 2011
    — Arcanum - 2011-03-01#
  3. ↑ JordanCon 2018
    — Arcanum - 2018-04-22#
  4. ↑ a b Oathbringer release party
    — Arcanum - 2017-11-13#
  5. ↑ Rhythm of War Preview Q&As
    — Arcanum - 2020-09-08#
  6. ↑ a b The Way of Kings chapter 37#
  7. ↑ a b The Way of Kings chapter 69#
  8. ↑ a b Words of Radiance interlude I-12#
  9. ↑ Rhythm of War chapter 12#
  10. ↑ Oathbringer chapter 29#
  11. ↑ The Way of Kings chapter 28#
  12. ↑ Dawnshard chapter 14#
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