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[[Wyrn (title)|Wyrn]] '''Wulfden the Fourth''', sometimes referred to as "Wulfden" or simply "Wyrn", is the political and religious leader of the [[Fjordell Empire]] and the [[Shu-Dereth]] religion on [[Sel]].{{book ref|Elantris|15}}
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'''[[Wyrn (title)|Wyrn]] Wulfden the Fourth''', sometimes referred to as "Wulfden" or simply "Wyrn", is the political and religious leader of the [[Fjordell Empire]] and the [[Shu-Dereth]] religion on [[Sel]].{{book ref|Elantris|15}}
   
 
==Appearance and Personality==
  
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He is thought of as a brutal, domineering tyrant by the [[Arelene]]s{{book ref|Elantris|63}} and is prepared to commit genocide in Arelon and [[Teod]] if they do not join his empire.{{book ref|Elantris|3}}{{book ref|Elantris|9}} His own subjects tend to fear him,{{book ref|Elantris|48}} and he will deceive or even sacrifice them in the name of the Empire.{{book ref|Elantris|58}}{{book ref|Elantris|60}} He is impatient and does not suffer fools gladly.{{book ref|Elantris|51}}
  
He is thought of as a brutal, domineering tyrant by the [[Arelene]]s{{book ref|Elantris|63}} and is prepared to commit genocide in Arelon and [[Teod]] if they do not join his empire.{{book ref|Elantris|3}}{{book ref|Elantris|9}} His own subjects tend to fear him,{{book ref|Elantris|48}} and he will deceive or even sacrifice them in the name of the Empire.{{book ref|Elantris|58}}{{book ref|Elantris|60}} He is impatient and does not suffer fools gladly.{{book ref|Elantris|51}}
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Wulfden oversees the entire Fjordell Empire and sits atop the [[Shu-Dereth#The Great Chain|Great Chain]] of Shu-Dereth.{{book ref|Elantris|12}} His word is considered holy by his subjects.{{book ref|Elantris|3}} He is presumed to be very wealthy.{{book ref|Elantris|17}}{{book ref|Elantris|53}} He has access to [[seon]]s and uses them for communication, despite their presumed origins in the "heathen" [[Aonic]] region of [[Sycla]].{{book ref|Elantris|12}}
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He controls Fjorden's military, including a relatively small defense force{{book ref|Elantris|15}} and a fleet of ships that is competent but inferior to the Teo armada.{{book ref|Elantris|60}} Although the Empire could likely conscript more of its citizens into military service if needed,{{book ref|elantris|15}} Wulfden's true power lies in his [[Shu-Dereth#Monasteries|monasteries]], where Derethi are trained to be warriors, spies, and assassins.{{book ref|Elantris|15}} Wyrn or certain delegated priests control the deployment of the monks.{{book ref|elantris|36}}
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|How had Wyrn known that Fjon would find Hrathen here, on the streets of Teoras of all places? Fjon would probably never know; Lord Jaddeth moved in ways beyond the understanding of men.
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The most important monastery is the [[Dakhor]] monastery, where the monks undergo incredibly brutal training and gain access to [[Investiture]] through the Dor.{{book ref|Elantris|60}} Wulfden uses the Dakhor as his favored warriors.{{book ref|Elantris|59}} He demands absolute obedience from them, even commanding them to sacrifice their lives to power a method of instantaneous travel.{{book ref|elantris|60}} Wulfden himself has magical abilities.{{wob ref|2226}} He tells [[Fjon]] to travel to [[Teoras]] and assassinate Hrathen during the invasion, even though Wulfden should not have known where Hrathen was going to be.{{book ref|Elantris|62}} The source and extent of his powers are unknown, although his ability to see into the future may have some parallels to other temporal abilities seen in the [[cosmere]].{{wob ref|4645}} He is a follower of Dominion.{{wob ref|4682}}
   
 
==History==
  
==History==
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Wulfden was chosen to be Wyrn around five years prior to the [[Reod]].{{book ref|Elantris|38}} He was relatively young when he became Wyrn, and was considered very vigorous.{{book ref|Elantris|38}} He lives in a palace named [[Zigareth]]{{glossary ref|Elantris|Z}} in the Fjordell capital of [[Widor]], which is presumably also known as "Wyrn's Seat".{{map ref|Sycla}}
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Wulfden was chosen to be Wyrn around five years prior to the [[Reod]]. It is not known if Wulfden was his birth name or if he took up the name in the tradition of [[Wulfden the First]] when he ascended to the throne. He was relatively young when he became Wyrn, and was considered very vigorous. Soon after his elevation, the [[Korathi]] church felt threatened and chose a younger man named [[Seinalan]] as their new Patriarch.{{book ref|Elantris|38}} Wulfden lives in a palace named [[Zigareth]] in the Fjordell capital of [[Widor]], which is presumably also known as "Wyrn's Seat".{{glossary ref|Elantris|Z}}{{glossary ref|Elantris|W}}{{map ref|Sycla}} His image appears on Fjordell coins known as [[wyrning]]s.{{book ref|elantris|15}}
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| Words of [[Jaddeth]], Lord of all Creation, through his servant Wyrn Wulfden the Fourth, Emperor of [[Fjorden]], Prophet of [[Shu-Dereth]], Ruler of Jaddeth's Holy Kingdom, and Regent of all Creation.
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|Words of [[Jaddeth]], Lord of all Creation, through his servant Wyrn Wulfden the Fourth, Emperor of [[Fjorden]], Prophet of [[Shu-Dereth]], Ruler of Jaddeth's Holy Kingdom, and Regent of all Creation.
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| A selection of Wulfden's titles{{book ref|Elantris|3}}
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|A selection of Wulfden's titles{{book ref|Elantris|3}}
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Early in his reign, Wulfden was already preparing to invade Arelon before Elantris fell to the Reod.{{wob ref|2236}} In the recent past, the monks of the Derethi [[Dakhor]] monastery had learned how to access the [[Dor]] to gain superhuman strength, speed, and durability, making them a deadly fighting force.{{wob ref|2236}}{{book ref|Elantris|60}}
 
Early in his reign, Wulfden was already preparing to invade Arelon before Elantris fell to the Reod.{{wob ref|2236}} In the recent past, the monks of the Derethi [[Dakhor]] monastery had learned how to access the [[Dor]] to gain superhuman strength, speed, and durability, making them a deadly fighting force.{{wob ref|2236}}{{book ref|Elantris|60}}
   
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The Fjordell Empire continued to expand its influence after the Reod, including the annexation of [[Duladel]].{{book ref|Elantris|6}} Arelon and Teod were the only remaining nearby nations that had not submitted to Fjorden, and Arelon had been significantly weakened by the loss of [[Elantrian]] magic. [[Raoden]] admits that it would be foolish for Fjorden to delay an attempted invasion.{{book ref|Elantris|43}} Wulfden sends [[Hrathen]] to Arelon, tasking him with converting Arelon and Teod to Shu-Dereth within three months to prevent their destruction.{{book ref|Elantris|3}} However, this was a ruse, as Wulfden never intended to actually try and convert the Arelenes and simply wants to destroy them.{{book ref|Elantris|58}} Hrathen was actually sent as a distraction so that [[Dilaf]] and other Dakhor monks could infiltrate Arelon unnoticed and set off the [[Invasion of Arelon]].{{book ref|Elantris|58}}{{wob ref|2186}}
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The Fjordell Empire continued to expand its influence after the Reod, including the annexation of [[Duladel]].{{book ref|Elantris|6}} Arelon and Teod were the only remaining nearby nations that had not submitted to Fjorden, and Arelon had been significantly weakened by the loss of [[Elantrian]] magic. Although the Empire's grip on its constituent countries was not necessarily as tight as it seemed,{{book ref|elantris|58}} [[Raoden]] knew that an invasion attempt was inevitable,{{book ref|elantris|40}} admitting that it would be foolish for Fjorden to squander an opportunity that could result in the destruction of Elantris.{{book ref|Elantris|43}}
   
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About ten years after the Reod, with Arelon in disarray, Wulfden set several concurrent plots in motion intending to take over the remaining Aonic sovereign nations. He was thought to be behind the sinking of some of Teod's ships.{{book ref|elantris|20}} He sent [[Hrathen]] to Arelon, tasking him with converting Arelon and Teod to Shu-Dereth within three months to prevent their destruction.{{book ref|Elantris|3}} He monitored Hrathen, and was aware of [[Telrii]]'s traitorous activities.{{book ref|elantris|50}}
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The invasion is halted after Hrathen betrays Wulfden and Raoden restores Elantris, but Wulfden retains control of the Empire.{{book ref|Elantris|63}}
  
   
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However, Hrathen's mission proved to be a ruse, as Wulfden never intended to actually try and convert the Arelenes and simply wanted to destroy them.{{book ref|Elantris|58}} Hrathen was actually sent as a distraction; a disguised Dakhor monk named [[Dilaf]] was carrying out secret orders from Wulfden orders to infiltrate Arelon unnoticed. Hrathen eventually understood Wulfden's true plans and the danger of the Dakhor once the [[invasion of Arelon]] was imminent.{{book ref|Elantris|58}}{{wob ref|2186}} The invasion was halted after Hrathen betrayed Wulfden and Raoden restored Elantris, but Wulfden retained control of the Empire.{{book ref|Elantris|63}}{{wob ref|13514}}
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Wulfden oversees the entire Fjordell Empire and sits atop the [[Shu-Dereth#The Great Chain|Great Chain]] of Shu-Dereth.{{book ref|Elantris|12}} His word is considered holy by his subjects.{{book ref|Elantris|3}} He is presumed to be very wealthy.{{book ref|Elantris|17}}{{book ref|Elantris|53}} He has access to [[seon]]s and uses them for communication, despite their presumed origins in the "heathen" [[Aonic]] region of [[Sycla]].{{book ref|Elantris|12}}
  
   
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He controls Fjorden's military, including a relatively small defense force{{book ref|Elantris|15}} and a fleet of ships that is competent but inferior to the Teoish armada.{{book ref|Elantris|60}} Wulfden's true power lies in his [[Shu-Dereth#Monasteries|monasteries]], where Derethi are trained to be warriors, spies, and assassins.{{book ref|Elantris|15}} The most important monastery is the Dakhor monastery, where the monks undergo incredibly brutal training to gain access to [[Investiture]] through the Dor.{{book ref|Elantris|60}} Wulfden uses the Dakhor as his favored warriors.{{book ref|Elantris|59}}
 
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*Wulfden is mentioned in the deleted scenes from ''Elantris'' known as "The Mad Prince".{{bws ref|elantris-deleted-scenes-the-mad-prince|The Mad Prince|post=  - ''[[Elantris (book)|Elantris]]'' deleted scene|date=date unknown}}
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*Since Wulfden still leads Fjorden, he would potentially play a role in a [[Elantris sequel|sequel to ''Elantris'']].{{wob ref|13514}}
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|How had Wyrn known that Fjon would find Hrathen here, on the streets of Teoras of all places? Fjon would probably never know; Lord Jaddeth moved in ways beyond the understanding of men.
  
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Wulfden himself has magical abilities.{{wob ref|2226}} He tells [[Fjon]] to travel to [[Teoras]] and assassinate Hrathen during the invasion, even though Wulfden should not have known where Hrathen was going to be.{{book ref|Elantris|62}} The source and extent of his powers are unknown, although his ability to see into the future may have some parallels to other temporal abilities seen in the [[cosmere]].{{wob ref|4645}}
  
   
 
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Wulfden the Fourth
Abilities Precognition[1]
Titles Wyrn, Emperor of Fjorden, Prophet of Shu-Dereth, Ruler of Jaddeth's Holy Kingdom, Regent of All Creation
Residence Widor
Nationality Fjordell
Homeworld Sel
Universe Cosmere
'Wulfden' redirects here. For the first Wyrn named Wulfden, see Wulfden the First.

Wyrn Wulfden the Fourth, sometimes referred to as "Wulfden" or simply "Wyrn", is the political and religious leader of the Fjordell Empire and the Shu-Dereth religion on Sel.[2]

Appearance and Personality[edit]

Wulfden the Fourth is one of the most handsome men to become Wyrn.[3] He has a proud, noble face with square features.[4]

He is thought of as a brutal, domineering tyrant by the Arelenes[5] and is prepared to commit genocide in Arelon and Teod if they do not join his empire.[6][7] His own subjects tend to fear him,[8] and he will deceive or even sacrifice them in the name of the Empire.[9][10] He is impatient and does not suffer fools gladly.[11]

Attributes and Abilities[edit]

Wulfden oversees the entire Fjordell Empire and sits atop the Great Chain of Shu-Dereth.[4] His word is considered holy by his subjects.[6] He is presumed to be very wealthy.[12][13] He has access to seons and uses them for communication, despite their presumed origins in the "heathen" Aonic region of Sycla.[4]

He controls Fjorden's military, including a relatively small defense force[2] and a fleet of ships that is competent but inferior to the Teo armada.[10] Although the Empire could likely conscript more of its citizens into military service if needed,[2] Wulfden's true power lies in his monasteries, where Derethi are trained to be warriors, spies, and assassins.[2] Wyrn or certain delegated priests control the deployment of the monks.[14]

“How had Wyrn known that Fjon would find Hrathen here, on the streets of Teoras of all places? Fjon would probably never know; Lord Jaddeth moved in ways beyond the understanding of men.”

—Fjon[15]

The most important monastery is the Dakhor monastery, where the monks undergo incredibly brutal training and gain access to Investiture through the Dor.[10] Wulfden uses the Dakhor as his favored warriors.[16] He demands absolute obedience from them, even commanding them to sacrifice their lives to power a method of instantaneous travel.[10] Wulfden himself has magical abilities.[1] He tells Fjon to travel to Teoras and assassinate Hrathen during the invasion, even though Wulfden should not have known where Hrathen was going to be.[15] The source and extent of his powers are unknown, although his ability to see into the future may have some parallels to other temporal abilities seen in the cosmere.[17] He is a follower of Dominion.[18]

History[edit]

Wulfden was chosen to be Wyrn around five years prior to the Reod. It is not known if Wulfden was his birth name or if he took up the name in the tradition of Wulfden the First when he ascended to the throne. He was relatively young when he became Wyrn, and was considered very vigorous. Soon after his elevation, the Korathi church felt threatened and chose a younger man named Seinalan as their new Patriarch.[3] Wulfden lives in a palace named Zigareth in the Fjordell capital of Widor, which is presumably also known as "Wyrn's Seat".[19][20][21] His image appears on Fjordell coins known as wyrnings.[2]

“Words of Jaddeth, Lord of all Creation, through his servant Wyrn Wulfden the Fourth, Emperor of Fjorden, Prophet of Shu-Dereth, Ruler of Jaddeth's Holy Kingdom, and Regent of all Creation.”

—A selection of Wulfden's titles[6]

Early in his reign, Wulfden was already preparing to invade Arelon before Elantris fell to the Reod.[22] In the recent past, the monks of the Derethi Dakhor monastery had learned how to access the Dor to gain superhuman strength, speed, and durability, making them a deadly fighting force.[22][10]

The Fjordell Empire continued to expand its influence after the Reod, including the annexation of Duladel.[23] Arelon and Teod were the only remaining nearby nations that had not submitted to Fjorden, and Arelon had been significantly weakened by the loss of Elantrian magic. Although the Empire's grip on its constituent countries was not necessarily as tight as it seemed,[9] Raoden knew that an invasion attempt was inevitable,[24] admitting that it would be foolish for Fjorden to squander an opportunity that could result in the destruction of Elantris.[25]

About ten years after the Reod, with Arelon in disarray, Wulfden set several concurrent plots in motion intending to take over the remaining Aonic sovereign nations. He was thought to be behind the sinking of some of Teod's ships.[26] He sent Hrathen to Arelon, tasking him with converting Arelon and Teod to Shu-Dereth within three months to prevent their destruction.[6] He monitored Hrathen, and was aware of Telrii's traitorous activities.[27]

However, Hrathen's mission proved to be a ruse, as Wulfden never intended to actually try and convert the Arelenes and simply wanted to destroy them.[9] Hrathen was actually sent as a distraction; a disguised Dakhor monk named Dilaf was carrying out secret orders from Wulfden orders to infiltrate Arelon unnoticed. Hrathen eventually understood Wulfden's true plans and the danger of the Dakhor once the invasion of Arelon was imminent.[9][28] The invasion was halted after Hrathen betrayed Wulfden and Raoden restored Elantris, but Wulfden retained control of the Empire.[5][29]

Trivia[edit]

  • Wulfden is mentioned in the deleted scenes from Elantris known as "The Mad Prince".[30]
  • Since Wulfden still leads Fjorden, he would potentially play a role in a sequel to Elantris.[29]

Notes[edit]

  1. ↑ a b Elantris Annotations
    — Arcanum - 2006-05-09#
  2. ↑ a b c d e Elantris chapter 15#
  3. ↑ a b Elantris chapter 38#
  4. ↑ a b c Elantris chapter 12#
  5. ↑ a b Elantris chapter 63#
  6. ↑ a b c d Elantris chapter 3#
  7. ↑ Elantris chapter 9#
  8. ↑ Elantris chapter 48#
  9. ↑ a b c d Elantris chapter 58#
  10. ↑ a b c d e Elantris chapter 60#
  11. ↑ Elantris chapter 51#
  12. ↑ Elantris chapter 17#
  13. ↑ Elantris chapter 53#
  14. ↑ Elantris chapter 36#
  15. ↑ a b Elantris chapter 62#
  16. ↑ Elantris chapter 59#
  17. ↑ Tor.com Q&A with Brandon Sanderson
    — Arcanum - 2011-01-10#
  18. ↑ A Memory of Light Milford Signing
    — Arcanum - 2013-02-16#
  19. ↑ Elantris (book) glossary section Z
  20. ↑ Elantris (book) glossary section W
  21. ↑ Map of Sycla
  22. ↑ a b Elantris Annotations
    — Arcanum - 2006-05-19#
  23. ↑ Elantris chapter 6#
  24. ↑ Elantris chapter 40#
  25. ↑ Elantris chapter 43#
  26. ↑ Elantris chapter 20#
  27. ↑ Elantris chapter 50#
  28. ↑ Elantris Annotations
    — Arcanum - 2006-03-10#
  29. ↑ a b Brandon's Blog 2004
    — Arcanum - 2004-10-01#
  30. ↑ The Mad Prince  - Elantris deleted scene
    — Brandon's website - date unknown#
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