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'''Aons''' are a writing system used by the [[Aonic]] peoples of [[Arelon]] and [[Teod]] on [[Sel]]. They are logographic, meaning they represent words and meanings, as opposed to an alphabet which represents sounds. Instead of being an invented system like most scripts, the Aons already existed and were discovered by an ancient [[Elantrian]] through trial and error.{{wob ref|2173}}

Aons wereare all referred to as “Aon insert name here” such as Aon Rao or Aon Ene. They wereare disyllabic with two hard vowels.

Image: Aon_Aon.svg |[[#Aon |Aon Aon]]

Aon Ashe, when drawn correctly, will emit a bright light, without heat, that is enough to illuminate a large room.{{book ref|Elantris|49}} Most rooms in Elantris had metal plates inscribed with Aon Ashe that would glow brighter and more steadysteadily than any lantern.{{book ref|Elantris|7}}

Aon Daa is the preferred offensive weapon byof the Elantrians. When drawn successfully, a burst of light is emitted that warps and twists the air around it. The light then strikes its target with considerable explosive force.{{book ref|Elantris|62}}

''Examples:'' [[Arelon#Deo|Deo]], [[Deo Plantation]]

In modern usage Aon Ene has come to mean intelligence in a general sort of way. Scholars note however that originally it referred to cleverness or the ability to out-wit and out-think an opponent. It was a symbol that was often used to refer to trickster figures, which were called "enefel," literally "Wit Killers" or those who kill with wit. During the [[Middle Era]] a group of storytellers, who took the name Enefel, began spreading stories of the wonders of Elantris. Some believe the Enefel were agents of the Elantrians who sought to expand their influence and quell the suspicion the rural populace felt towards them. OvertimeOver time, this group of storytellers developed into a group of scholars that collected stories and histories. By the [[Late Era]] several distinct groups of scholars and philosophers had emerged. Aon Ene's association with these groups prompted the expansion of its meaning.{{wob ref|7594}}

When used in AonDor, Aon Ene emits what is commonly referred to as the "Light of the Mind." Anyone who is touched by the light has their mental capabilities enhanced. They can memorize more quickly, reason more clearly, and stave off the mental-diminishing effects of illness or lack of sleep. It can also be used as a Linking Aon, joining lists of Aons together and determining when their effects will activate. It is used extensively and any Master of AonDor is skilled in its use.{{wob ref|7594}} This is similar to how [[logicspren]], which are drawn to debate, are used for timing in fabrials.{{wob ref|14264}}

While the traditionally Aon Ene is associated with books and scholarly research, it has also become associated with merchants and bankers, in response to the quote above. The former do not approve of what they see as the appropriation of the symbol they claim for their own by the latter. This conflict is in part responsible for Ene's decline in popularity in naming, though traditionalists do sometimes use it.{{wob ref|7594}}

''Examples:'' [[Sarene]], [[Enefel]]

Aon Ien was used in AonDor as the basis for healing.{{book ref|Elantris|19}} To maximize its potential, however required the use of, specialized modifiers thatwere couldrequired to target the body part of the body that needed to be healed asand wellspecify how the healing should take place.{{book ref|Elantris|53}}

''Examples:'' Maiben,{{glossary ref|Elantris|K}} Mai Plantation

When drawn in Aon DorAonDor, the circle in the center of the Aon "ripples like water" and then clears, showing a magnified view of what is on the other side. By placing their hand on the center of the circle, an Elantrian is able to move the Aon, thereby changing what is magnified.{{book ref|Elantris|55}}

Aon Omi is a common root in ArelishArelene words such as affection, care, passion, piety, zeal, and loyalty. It is also a fairly common root for names as well, especially among those of the Korathi faith. Korathi priests often use it as a base when they choose a new name on joining the priesthood.{{wob ref|7591}}

Aon Omi is perhaps most well-known for its association with [[Shu-Korath]]. When [[Korath]] (known in [[JinDo]] as KoWho) began teaching of [[Shu-Keseg]] in Arelon he chose Aon Omi to represent God, who he named Domi, calling it a "Thing of Beauty". He hoped to quell the rivalry his followers felt towards the Elantrians and so chose what they saw as a "heathen symbol" to show how all people should be accepted into the religion. Current Korathi priests view the use of Aons in their religion as evidence that all people and beliefs can be united through love.{{wob ref|7591}}

Korath asked an Elantrian smith he was acquainted with to forge him a silver pendant of the symbol. Wearing an Aon Omi pendant was a fairly common occurrence by the time of the Restoration of Elantris, and the exchanging of pendants was a common practice during Korathi marriage ceremonies.{{wob ref|7591}}

Aon Rao is also one of the constellations in the ArelishArelene night sky.{{book ref|Elantris|32}}

''Examples:'' [[Telrii]], Sorii, Rii Plantation, [[Riino]], [[Riina]]

''Examples:'' [[Saolin]], Sao Plantation, [[Isadan Sao]]

''Examples:'' [[Seor]], [[seonSeon]], Seo Plantation

Aon Shao can be used to create illusions that are tied to pieces of clothing. To do so however requires the extensive use of modifiers.{{book ref|Elantris|49}} Something changed by Aon Shao would stay permanentpermanently even if taken to another [[Shardworld]]planet in the cosmere.{{wob ref|5193}}

The entrance to the [[Elantris (city)#Hidden Library| hidden library]] is marked with this Aon.; One needed to only pushthe onpath itopens andwhen the waysymbol wouldis openpushed.{{book ref|Elantris|25}}

Aon Tia can be used to transport an Elantrian from one point to another. With the correct modifiers the Elantrian can fix the distance and direction that is to be traveled. When completed the Elantrian grabs the center of the Aon, which becomes solid, and is enveloped by the Aon’s light. They then appear where they directed the Aon to take them.{{book ref|Elantris|62}} There were a number of metal plates inscribed with this Aon scattered throughout Elantris. An Elantrian would only have to place their hand at the center of the Aon to be transported to another region of the city.{{book ref|Elantris|19}} However, this Aon can be dangerous. If an Elantrian were to designate their arrival area in the middle of a wall, body of water, etc., without knowing, Aon Tia would transfer them and they could get end up in quite the predicament.{{book ref|Elantris|345|25}} Aon Tia can be used to transport off-world.{{wob ref|8198}}

* In addition to Aons, there is also an Aonic Alphabet, in which each letter is a single sound, that is used for sounds that can't be produced from Aons. The Aons themselves are older than this language, as shown by the fact that they're based on the land. The meaning of Aons in the language is inherent, their meanings are based on both their effects and how they look.{{wob ref|2173}} Brandon never fully developed that alphabet, but it is similar to the Korean writing system [[wikipedia: Hangul|Hangul]].{{wob ref|820}}<!-- previous {{cite}} tage here mentioned "a google signing from the Shadows of self tour," but I didn't find anything like that mentioning Hangul -->

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