Difference between revisions of "Aon"

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''Examples:'' [[Seon Ashe]], [[Dashe]]

This Aon has the ability to "make a room go completely silent for a short time."{{bws ref|Elantris-Alternate-Ending-Material| Elantris Alternate Ending Material|date=?}}<{{ref |group=fn |name=del>|text=This information comes from deleted material and may not be correct.</ref>}}

''Examples:'' Daa Plantation

In AonDor, Aon Ehe creates a column of fire, and is one of the strongest destructive Aons even without modification. The size and direction of the column are determined by the size of the Aon when drawn and the way that it faces. It is often drawn on the floor so the column is directed upwards. It theThe column is maintained for only a few seconds, unless certain modifiers are used. Before the Reod, scholars were able to create lamps that would continue to burn no matter what, even underwater. It was occasionally used in warfare although Aon Daa is accepted as the superior weapon. When used as a modifier it can create a ward that will start other Aon chains. It is a useful Aon, however its complexity makes it difficult for less skilled practitioners.{{qawob ref|768|?|Brandon's Aon Descriptions7592}} It was the first Aon to be "fixed" by adding the Chasm line.{{book ref|Elantris|49}}

Aon Ehe when used in conjunction with other Aons is used to represent warm food or warm beds were available for sale. It also serves as a symbol for danger, whether or not that danger is related to fire, such as an unsafe bridge. Since it represents one of the primal elements, it is often used in scientific writings.{{qawob ref|768|?|Brandon's Aon Descriptions7592}}

''Examples:'' Ehe 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 "Enefelenefel," 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. Over Overtimetime, 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. {{qawob ref|768|?|Brandon's Aon Descriptions7594}}

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.{{qawob ref|768|?|Brandon's7594}} AonThis Descriptionsis similar to how [[logicspren]], which are drawn to debate, are used for timing in fabrials.{{wob ref|14264}}

{{quote| No wealth of gold and silver can purchase a keen mind, but the man of wit will often find treasures beyond what mere lucre can provide.|[[Enelan]], a scholar from a hundred years before the Reod}}

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.{{qawob ref|768|?|Brandon's Aon Descriptions7594}}

Ene is also one of the major constellations that can be observed in the night sky above Arelon. It includes Sel's pole star.{{qawob ref|768|?|Brandon's Aon Descriptions7594}}

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

''Examples:'' Eno Plantation

''Examples:'' [[Seon Ien]], [[Adien]], Ien Plantation

''Examples:'' Nae Plantation, [[Naen]]

''Examples:'' [[Hoed]]{{wob ref|10406}}

Aon Omi is perhaps most well-known for its association with [[Shu-Korath]]. When [[Korath]] (known in [[JindoJinDo]] 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.{{qawob ref|768|?|Brandon's Aon Descriptions7591}}

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.{{qawob ref|768|?|Brandon's Aon Descriptions7591}}

In AonDor, Aon Omi would emit a pure white light. Anyone touched by this light would have their negative emotions removed, replaced with a feeling of serenity and peace, making actively maintaining a sense of hatred difficult. It is peculiar in that it requires the Elantrian drawing it to feel sincere affection for those around them, making it one of the few Aons that requires anything except the ability to draw it. When used as a modifier it will link lines of Aons together or, if used correctly, serve as a minor power enhancer.{{qawob ref|768|?|Brandon's Aon Descriptions7591}}

''Examples:'' [[Domi]], [[Omin]]

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

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 permanently even if taken to another planet in the cosmere.{{wob ref|5193}}

Aon Tia can be used to transport andan Elantrian from one point fromto 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|25}} Aon Tia can be used to transport off-world.{{wob ref|8198}}

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