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== History ==
  
== History ==
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The name Trell has been used in many ways over the eons.{{wob ref|4960}} Trell is not native to [[Yolen]].{{wob ref|12505}}
   
 
The onset of Trell's activity in the [[Scadrian System]] is uncertain, though the spread of Trellism, particularly among the Set, suggests Trell may have been quietly influencing events on Scadrial for at least several decades. Beyond Trellism, the first overt evidence of Trell's involvement came in the form of a mysterious spike used by [[Paalm]] to hide from Harmony's sight.{{book ref|mb5|epilogue}} According to Harmony, Trell had surrounded the planet of Scadrial and was laying siege to Harmony's defenses sometime around {{date|340|FA}}.{{book ref|mb6|28}}
  
The onset of Trell's activity in the [[Scadrian System]] is uncertain, though the spread of Trellism, particularly among the Set, suggests Trell may have been quietly influencing events on Scadrial for at least several decades. Beyond Trellism, the first overt evidence of Trell's involvement came in the form of a mysterious spike used by [[Paalm]] to hide from Harmony's sight.{{book ref|mb5|epilogue}} According to Harmony, Trell had surrounded the planet of Scadrial and was laying siege to Harmony's defenses sometime around {{date|340|FA}}.{{book ref|mb6|28}}
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== Associated Magic ==
  
== Associated Magic ==
   
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A silvery metal with distinctive, dark red spots is associated with Trell.{{wob ref|8555}} This metal has been utilized as a [[Hemalurgic] spike in several ways. First and foremost is the strange way that such a spike blinds Harmony to the recipient of the spike.{{book ref|mb5|epilogue}} Additionally, the spike may also be used to steal mysterious attributes previously unknown to the [[kandra]]. [[MeLaan]] theorized that Paalm was able to utilize stolen [[Allomancy]] and [[Feruchemy]] by means of these attributes.{{book ref|mb5|epilogue}} Lastly, the use of such a spike in [[Rian]] appeared to cause, if nothing else, a level of psychological distress.{{book ref|mb5|9}} It is possible that Miles was spiked with this metal as well, before he died.{{wob ref|707}}
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A silvery metal with distinctive, dark red spots is associated with Trell.{{wob ref|8555}} This metal has been utilized as a [[Hemalurgic]] spike in several ways. First and foremost is the strange way that such a spike blinds Harmony to the recipient of the spike.{{book ref|mb5|epilogue}} Additionally, the spike may also be used to steal mysterious attributes previously unknown to the [[kandra]]. [[MeLaan]] theorized that Paalm was able to utilize stolen [[Allomancy]] and [[Feruchemy]] by means of these attributes.{{book ref|mb5|epilogue}} Lastly, the use of such a spike in [[Rian]] appeared to cause, if nothing else, a level of psychological distress.{{book ref|mb5|9}} It is possible that Miles was spiked with this metal as well, before he died.{{wob ref|707}}
   
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There are red-eyed [[Faceless Immortal]]s which appear to act as agents on behalf of Trell.{{book ref|mb6|}} It is unclear who or what these beings are and how similar they are to typical kandra.
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There are red-eyed [[Faceless Immortal]]s which appear to act as agents on behalf of Trell.{{book ref|mb6|epilogue}} It is unclear who or what these beings are and how similar they are to typical kandra.
   
 
== Religion ==
  
== Religion ==
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=== Beliefs ===
  
=== Beliefs ===
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Followers of Trellism appear to trace the religion's roots to [[Trelagism]] as it is described in the [[Words of Founding]].{{book ref|mb4|11}} The extent to which these religions are related is unclear, as the two religions share no apparent similarities beyond the name of their god.{{wob ref|3183}} Adherents of Trellism believe in a deity named named Trell, whom they consider to be their creator in some capacity.{{book ref|mb4|11}}{{book ref|mb4|15}} At least some among them appear to believe in an apocalyptic prophecy which claims that "men of gold and red, bearers of the final metal" will arrive and rule over the people of [[Elendel]], and perhaps all of Scadrial.{{book ref|mb4|epilogue}}
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Followers of Trellism appear to trace the religion's roots to [[Trelagism]] as it is described in the [[Words of Founding]].{{book ref|mb4|11}} The extent to which these religions are related is unclear, as the two religions share no apparent similarities beyond the name of their god.{{wob ref|3183}} Adherents of Trellism believe in a deity named Trell, whom they consider to be their creator in some capacity.{{book ref|mb4|11}}{{book ref|mb4|15}} At least some among them appear to believe in an apocalyptic prophecy which claims that "men of gold and red, bearers of the final metal" will arrive and rule over the people of [[Elendel]], and perhaps all of Scadrial.{{book ref|mb4|epilogue}}
   
 
Miles Dagouter encouraged people to actively worship Trell, though the details on how Trell is worshiped are unknown.{{book ref|mb4|epilogue}} Miles believed that Trell created him "to see wrongs righted" and that the religion's teachings proved he was "special" in some way.{{book ref|mb4|11}} It is unclear to what extent Miles' beliefs concerning social justice are held in common among other members of the religion. It is likely that some kernel of these ideas is pervasive in Trellism, given some relations to the philosophies of Paalm{{book ref|mb5|20}} and [[Edwarn Ladrian]].{{book ref|mb5|17}}
  
Miles Dagouter encouraged people to actively worship Trell, though the details on how Trell is worshiped are unknown.{{book ref|mb4|epilogue}} Miles believed that Trell created him "to see wrongs righted" and that the religion's teachings proved he was "special" in some way.{{book ref|mb4|11}} It is unclear to what extent Miles' beliefs concerning social justice are held in common among other members of the religion. It is likely that some kernel of these ideas is pervasive in Trellism, given some relations to the philosophies of Paalm{{book ref|mb5|20}} and [[Edwarn Ladrian]].{{book ref|mb5|17}}
   
 
=== Followers ===
  
=== Followers ===
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Despite the religion's mention in the Words of Founding, it is relatively unknown among the general population of northern Scadrial.{{book ref|mb6|3}} [[Marasi Colms]] had a difficult time researching the religion, with few people willing to speak openly about their knowledge.{{book ref|mb6|epilogue}} Several members of the Set, in both high and low positions, are followers of Trellism, and the organization itself may exist for the purpose of serving Trell.{{book ref|mb6|29}}{{book ref|mb6|epilogue}} Presumed followers of Trellism have been seen both swearing by{{book ref|mb6|15}} and giving thanks to{{book ref|mb6|29}} Trell.
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Despite the religion's mention in the Words of Founding, the it is relatively unknown among the general population of northern Scadrial.{{book ref|mb6|3}} [[Marasi Colms]] had a difficult time researching the religion, with few people willing to speak openly about their knowledge.{{book ref|mb6|epilogue}} Several members of the Set, in both high and low positions, are followers of Trellism, and the organization itself may exist for the purpose of serving Trell.{{book ref|mb6|29}}{{book ref|mb6|epilogue}} Presumed followers of Trellism have been seen both swearing by{{book ref|mb6|15}} and giving thanks to{{book ref|mb6|29}} Trell.
  
   
 
Red-eyed [[Faceless Immortal]]s appear to work on behalf of Trell, and have been known to visit followers of Trell on occasion.{{book ref|mb6|epilogue}} Paalm also appears to be an agent of Trell,{{book ref|mb5|epilogue}} though neither Paalm or the red-eyed Faceless Immortals show any signs of being adherents of Trellism.
  
Red-eyed [[Faceless Immortal]]s appear to work on behalf of Trell, and have been known to visit followers of Trell on occasion.{{book ref|mb6|epilogue}} Paalm also appears to be an agent of Trell,{{book ref|mb5|epilogue}} though neither Paalm or the red-eyed Faceless Immortals show any signs of being adherents of Trellism.
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== Theories & Speculation ==
  
== Theories & Speculation ==
 
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Trell is associated with one of the nine Shards that were known when [[trellium]] first appeared.{{wob ref|6261}}{{wob ref|8554}} The color red has often been associated with Trell; for example, the red haze Harmony showed [[Waxillium Ladrian]] around [[Scadrial]] and the red eyes of the Set's Faceless Immortals,{{book ref|mb6|28}}{{book ref|mb6|epilogue}} but this does not narrow down the list of Shards Trell could be, since red is associated with corrupted Investiture generally, not a specific Shard.{{wob ref|8340}}{{wob ref|13074}}{{wob ref|13830}} Trell cannot be [[Preservation]] or [[Ruin]], as Harmony did not know the metal;{{book ref|mb5|epilogue}} it is also not [[Ambition]], [[Invention]], [[Mercy]], [[Valor]], or [[Whimsy]], as they were unknown at the time trellium first appeared;{{wob ref|6261}} and it has been confirmed to not be [[Endowment]].{{wob ref|4389}} It is almost certainly not [[Devotion]], [[Dominion]], or [[Honor]] as they are all [[Splinter]]ed,{{au ref|Roshar}} which leaves [[Autonomy]], [[Cultivation]], and [[Odium]] as the remaining possibilities. Cultivation has exhibited few signs of interest in affairs beyond [[Roshar]] and it seems unlikely that she was responsible for the metal. Harmony distinctly mentions Odium in his second [[Letters|letter]] to [[Hoid]] but shares that he is worried that a Shard or Shards he cannot identify are encroaching on Scadrial,{{epigraph ref|sa4|28}} suggesting that Trell is not Odium.
   
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By process of elimination, this suggests that Trell is related to Autonomy. Direct evidence for this theory also exists. Notably, [[Khriss]] states that Autonomy often intervenes on other worlds and Autonomy is known to have avatars on [[First of the Sun]] and [[Obrodai]];{{wob ref|8902}}{{epigraph ref|sa3|50}} Trell may be an avatar of Autonomy manifesting on Scadrial. There was also a [[Dayside]]r man named [[Trell (Taldain)|Trell]] on [[Taldain]],{{book ref|ws2|6}} which strengthens the tie to Autonomy; some have speculated that Autonomy transformed the man Trell into the entity now present on Scadrial, or that Trell is a common name among Daysiders. The fact that Taldain is a tidally locked planet{{au ref|Taldain}} and that the original Scadrian religion involving Trell, [[Trelagism]], focused on the difference between day and night{{book ref|mb1|9}} may suggest the original religion had roots in Taldain; some have suggested that the man Trell had some influence on the original religion and that Autonomy later co-opted this religion for her own purposes, as she has been known to be worshiped in several religions.{{wob ref|3974}} The metal trellium allowed Paalm to operate free from Harmony's influence,{{wob ref|6300}} a property that seems to align well with Autonomy's intent.
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Given the limited set of Shards which Trell may be related to,{{wob ref|6261}} and the fact that many of these Shards are Shattered or otherwise preoccupied during the time of Trell's involvement on Scadrial, Trell is most often believed to be associated with [[Autonomy]] or [[Odium]].
 
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There is some reason to believe that the [[Dayside]]r man named [[Trell (Taldain)|Trell]] is associated with the entity in some way. Given the man's connection to Autonomy, as a resident of [[Taldain]], some have concluded that the man himself may have been transformed by Autonomy into Trell. Others have supposed that [[Trelagism]] has roots which can be traced back to Trell of Taldain, as evidenced by the emphasis that the religion places on day and night, which has led to speculation that a Shard later co-opted this religion for its own purposes. This is again consistent with Autonomy's observed nature.{{wob ref|3974}}
  
   
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== Trivia ==
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== Trivia ==
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[[Brandon Sanderson|Brandon]]'s plans for Trell in future books were not outlined until after he finished writing the original ''[[Mistborn]]'' trilogy.{{wob ref|4714}} As the ''[[Mistborn Era 2]]'' books were not planned at the time, it comes as no surprise that Trell will have a much more prominent role in the ''[[Mistborn Era 3]]'' trilogy.{{wob ref|12227}}
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[[Brandon Sanderson|Brandon]]'s plans for Trell in future books were not outlined until after he finished writing the original ''[[Mistborn (series)|Mistborn]]'' trilogy.{{wob ref|4714}} As the ''[[Mistborn Era 2]]'' books were not planned at the time, it comes as no surprise that Trell will have a much more prominent role in the ''[[Mistborn Era 3]]'' trilogy.{{wob ref|12227}}
   
 
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Trell (Trellism)
Homeworld Scadrial
Universe Cosmere
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For other uses of Trell, see Trell.

“She looked down at the small spike in her hands, and heard a name from a year ago, spoken by Miles Hundredlives as he died. The name of a god from the old days... Who, or what, was Trell? ”

—Marasi begins researching Trell in earnest[1]

Trell is a mysterious entity worshiped by followers of Trellism on Scadrial.[2] Trell is also the name of the deity worshiped by followers of Trelagism,[3] though it is unclear to what extent these beings are related.[4][5] Trell became a force of opposition against Harmony sometime after the Catacendre.[6]

Nature

Trell is related to one of the sixteen Shards of Adonalsium.[7][8] The identity of that Shard is unknown, though some are more likely candidates than others.[9] It is possible that Trell is not itself a full Shard, but rather an avatar, or some other lesser being, which is merely related to a distinct Shard.[10] Harmony used a vast, red haze around Scadrial to represent Trell when meeting with Waxillium Ladrian, and Wax described a sensation of "dread and destruction" choking him upon observing it.[6] The appearance of red suggests that the entity is co-opting or corrupting the Investiture of another Shard.[11][12]

Between the activities of Trellists, including Miles Dagouter and the Set, and Paalm's use of Trell's metal, it seems likely that the actions and philosophies of these parties conform to Trell's own plans. Broadly speaking, this seems to involve issues of social inequality paired with disapproval of Harmony's influences.[2][13][14]

History

The name Trell has been used in many ways over the eons.[15] Trell is not native to Yolen.[16]

The onset of Trell's activity in the Scadrian System is uncertain, though the spread of Trellism, particularly among the Set, suggests Trell may have been quietly influencing events on Scadrial for at least several decades. Beyond Trellism, the first overt evidence of Trell's involvement came in the form of a mysterious spike used by Paalm to hide from Harmony's sight.[1] According to Harmony, Trell had surrounded the planet of Scadrial and was laying siege to Harmony's defenses sometime around 340 PC.[6]

Associated Magic

A silvery metal with distinctive, dark red spots is associated with Trell.[5] This metal has been utilized as a Hemalurgic spike in several ways. First and foremost is the strange way that such a spike blinds Harmony to the recipient of the spike.[1] Additionally, the spike may also be used to steal mysterious attributes previously unknown to the kandra. MeLaan theorized that Paalm was able to utilize stolen Allomancy and Feruchemy by means of these attributes.[1] Lastly, the use of such a spike in Rian appeared to cause, if nothing else, a level of psychological distress.[17] It is possible that Miles was spiked with this metal as well, before he died.[18]

There are red-eyed Faceless Immortals which appear to act as agents on behalf of Trell.[19] It is unclear who or what these beings are and how similar they are to typical kandra.

Religion

“ You are fools! One day, the men of gold and red, bearers of the final metal, will come to you. And you will be ruled by them. Worship. Worship Trell and wait ... ”

— Miles Dagouter's last words[20]

Beliefs

Followers of Trellism appear to trace the religion's roots to Trelagism as it is described in the Words of Founding.[2] The extent to which these religions are related is unclear, as the two religions share no apparent similarities beyond the name of their god.[4] Adherents of Trellism believe in a deity named Trell, whom they consider to be their creator in some capacity.[2][21] At least some among them appear to believe in an apocalyptic prophecy which claims that "men of gold and red, bearers of the final metal" will arrive and rule over the people of Elendel, and perhaps all of Scadrial.[20]

Miles Dagouter encouraged people to actively worship Trell, though the details on how Trell is worshiped are unknown.[20] Miles believed that Trell created him "to see wrongs righted" and that the religion's teachings proved he was "special" in some way.[2] It is unclear to what extent Miles' beliefs concerning social justice are held in common among other members of the religion. It is likely that some kernel of these ideas is pervasive in Trellism, given some relations to the philosophies of Paalm[14] and Edwarn Ladrian.[13]

Followers

Despite the religion's mention in the Words of Founding, it is relatively unknown among the general population of northern Scadrial.[22] Marasi Colms had a difficult time researching the religion, with few people willing to speak openly about their knowledge.[19] Several members of the Set, in both high and low positions, are followers of Trellism, and the organization itself may exist for the purpose of serving Trell.[23][19] Presumed followers of Trellism have been seen both swearing by[24] and giving thanks to[23] Trell.

Red-eyed Faceless Immortals appear to work on behalf of Trell, and have been known to visit followers of Trell on occasion.[19] Paalm also appears to be an agent of Trell,[1] though neither Paalm or the red-eyed Faceless Immortals show any signs of being adherents of Trellism.

Theories & Speculation

This page or section deals with theories or speculation.
Please read carefully and note that this is not necessarily canonical.

Trell is associated with one of the nine Shards that were known when trellium first appeared.[9][25] The color red has often been associated with Trell; for example, the red haze Harmony showed Waxillium Ladrian around Scadrial and the red eyes of the Set's Faceless Immortals,[6][19] but this does not narrow down the list of Shards Trell could be, since red is associated with corrupted Investiture generally, not a specific Shard.[11][26][27] Trell cannot be Preservation or Ruin, as Harmony did not know the metal;[1] it is also not Ambition, Invention, Mercy, Valor, or Whimsy, as they were unknown at the time trellium first appeared;[9] and it has been confirmed to not be Endowment.[28] It is almost certainly not Devotion, Dominion, or Honor as they are all Splintered,[29] which leaves Autonomy, Cultivation, and Odium as the remaining possibilities. Cultivation has exhibited few signs of interest in affairs beyond Roshar and it seems unlikely that she was responsible for the metal. Harmony distinctly mentions Odium in his second letter to Hoid but shares that he is worried that a Shard or Shards he cannot identify are encroaching on Scadrial,[30] suggesting that Trell is not Odium.

By process of elimination, this suggests that Trell is related to Autonomy. Direct evidence for this theory also exists. Notably, Khriss states that Autonomy often intervenes on other worlds and Autonomy is known to have avatars on First of the Sun and Obrodai;[31][32] Trell may be an avatar of Autonomy manifesting on Scadrial. There was also a Daysider man named Trell on Taldain,[33] which strengthens the tie to Autonomy; some have speculated that Autonomy transformed the man Trell into the entity now present on Scadrial, or that Trell is a common name among Daysiders. The fact that Taldain is a tidally locked planet[34] and that the original Scadrian religion involving Trell, Trelagism, focused on the difference between day and night[3] may suggest the original religion had roots in Taldain; some have suggested that the man Trell had some influence on the original religion and that Autonomy later co-opted this religion for her own purposes, as she has been known to be worshiped in several religions.[35] The metal trellium allowed Paalm to operate free from Harmony's influence,[36] a property that seems to align well with Autonomy's intent.

Trivia

Brandon's plans for Trell in future books were not outlined until after he finished writing the original Mistborn trilogy.[37] As the Mistborn Era 2 books were not planned at the time, it comes as no surprise that Trell will have a much more prominent role in the Mistborn Era 3 trilogy.[38]

Notes

  1. ↑ a b c d e f Shadows of Self epilogue#
  2. ↑ a b c d e The Alloy of Law chapter 11#
  3. ↑ a b The Final Empire chapter 9#
  4. ↑ a b Holiday signing
    — Arcanum - 2015-12-12#
  5. ↑ a b Oathbringer Portland signing
    — Arcanum - 2017-11-16#
  6. ↑ a b c d The Bands of Mourning chapter 28#
  7. ↑ Oathbringer San Francisco signing
    — Arcanum - 2017-11-15#
  8. ↑ Skyward Pre-Release AMA
    — Arcanum - 2018-10-15#
  9. ↑ a b c Shadows of Self release party
    — Arcanum - 2015-10-05#
  10. ↑ Idaho Falls signing
    — Arcanum - 2018-12-29#
  11. ↑ a b Oathbringer San Francisco signing
    — Arcanum - 2017-11-15#
  12. ↑ Skyward Seattle signing
    — Arcanum - 2018-11-10#
  13. ↑ a b Shadows of Self chapter 17#
  14. ↑ a b Shadows of Self chapter 20#
  15. ↑ Dark Talent release party
    — Arcanum - 2016-09-06#
  16. ↑ Shadows of Self San Diego signing
    — Arcanum - 2015-10-08#
  17. ↑ Shadows of Self chapter 9#
  18. ↑ The Alloy of Law Annotations
    — Arcanum - 2015-11-30#
  19. ↑ a b c d e The Bands of Mourning epilogue#
  20. ↑ a b c The Alloy of Law epilogue#
  21. ↑ The Alloy of Law chapter 15#
  22. ↑ The Bands of Mourning chapter 3#
  23. ↑ a b The Bands of Mourning chapter 29#
  24. ↑ The Bands of Mourning chapter 15#
  25. ↑ Oathbringer signing Portland
    — Arcanum - 2017-11-16#
  26. ↑ ICon 2019
    — Arcanum - 2019-10-15#
  27. ↑ YouTube Livestream 10
    — Arcanum - 2020-06-18#
  28. ↑ Shadows of Self Portland signing
    — Arcanum - 2015-10-10#
  29. ↑ Arcanum Unbounded - The Rosharan System#
  30. ↑ Rhythm of War chapter 28 epigraph#
  31. ↑ Orem signing
    — Arcanum - 2017-12-21#
  32. ↑ Oathbringer chapter 50 epigraph#
  33. ↑ White Sand Volume 2 chapter 6#
  34. ↑ Arcanum Unbounded - The Taldain System#
  35. ↑ General Reddit 2016
    — Arcanum - 2016-11-28#
  36. ↑ Shadows of Self Chicago signing
    — Arcanum - 2015-10-12#
  37. ↑ Kraków signing
    — Arcanum - 2017-03-21#
  38. ↑ Idaho Falls signing
    — Arcanum - 2018-12-29#
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