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+ | | Chana help the man or woman who stood between [[Navani]] and one of her own. |
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+ | '''Chanarach''', also known as '''Chana''', is one of the ten [[Herald]]s of the [[Almighty]] on [[Roshar]], and the patron of the [[Order of Dustbringers]].{{book ref|sa2|77}}{{book ref|sa3|part=ars}} Her current status and whereabouts are unknown, though she's still alive somwhere, as at least one person has -- knowingly or not -- met her in the present times.{{wob ref|9123}} |
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| − | She had a temple dedicated to her in [[Stormseat]]. It faced leeward and was supposedly shaded.{{book ref|sa2|77}} |
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| + | Though Chana is likely of similar age to other [[Herald]]s, Vorin artwork tends to present her as a young woman.{{file ref|Chanarach.jpg|Chanarach chapter capstone}} She was born on [[Ashyn]], and left it for [[Roshar]] when the planet was struck by a catastrophe.{{wob ref|11945}} |
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| + | When humans and [[singer]]s went to war, she and nine other people were made Heralds by [[Honor]]. Following every [[Desolation]], she would travel to [[Braize]] and be tortured there until either she or one of the other Heralds broke, sending them back to Roshar and starting a new Desolation.{{book ref|sa3|38}} |
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| − | Chanarach appears to have been a young woman when she became a [[herald]]. |
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| + | At [[Aharietiam]], Chanarach, like the rest, abandoned the [[Oathpact]], leaving her [[Honorblade]] at the location of the final battle and departing for parts unknown.{{book ref|sa1|prelude}} What happened to her afterwards is unknown, though she is still alive.{{wob ref|9123}} |
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| − | At some point in the past, she met with [[Honor|The Almighty]] and agreed to act as one of his [[Herald]]s in the [[Oathpact]]. At [[Aharietiam]] she abandoned her oath along with eight other [[Herald]]s, leaving her [[Honorblade]] in the ground at the location of the final battle and departing for parts unknown.{{book ref|sa1|prelude}} |
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| + | {{for|Herald#Abilities|the abilities all Heralds share}} |
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| + | As a [[Herald]], Chanarach is unaging while on Roshar, and capable of returning from death, though at the cost of a Desolation.{{book ref|sa3|38}} She was likely a capable fighter, and wielded a [[Honorblade]] which made her a [[Surgebinder]], granting her the use of the [[Surge]]s of [[Division]] and [[Abrasion]].{{book ref|sa1|part=ars}} She has discarded her Blade, however, leaving her without those powers{{book ref|sa|part=prelude}} |
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| − | It is not known how she has spent her time after but it is highly likely that she is still alive, as it has been confirmed that at least three other [[Herald]]s have survived this long.{{book ref|sa1|I|7}}{{book ref|sa2|I|9}} |
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| + | Perhaps tying in with her power over Abrasion, Chana is known for being incredibly fast, as [[Fleet]] beating her in a foot race is considered an noteworthy achievement.{{book ref|sa2|59}} |
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| − | She has been seen by at least one other character in the first two Stormlight Archive books.{{wob ref|9123}} |
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| − | Chanarach is likely a capable swordswoman and [[Surgebinder]], having survived [[Aharietiam]]. In the story told to [[Kaladin]] about [[Fleet]], it is mentioned that he had won a foot race against Chana at some point, and this was used to indicate his incredible speed. This makes it likely that she was known for her speed.{{book ref|sa2|59}} |
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| + | In [[Vorinism]], Chanarach is known under the symmetrical name '''Chanaranach''', though the diminutive Chana is also used.{{book ref|sa2|77}}{{book ref|sa2|59}} '''Chan-a-rach''' is a far rarer spelling, only seen used in a song.{{book ref|sa2|59}} She is associated with the number 3 (chach), the [[Ten Essences|Essence]] Spark, and the divine attributes of Brave and Obedient.{{book ref|sa1|part=ars}} Phrases such as "Chana knows..." and "Chana help (somebody)" are common, and typically related to threat or protectiveness.{{book ref|sa2|59}}{{book ref|sa2|75}} The name [[Chanada]] is likely derived from Chana. |
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| + | As with all the other Heralds, she has a temple to herself in most modern cities.{{map ref|Thaylen City}}{{map ref|Kholinar}} This tradion appears to go back to the [[Desolation]]s, as there was once a temple of Chanaranach in [[Stormseat]].{{book ref|sa2|77}} |
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| − | It is likely that she is unable to age like the other [[Herald]]s, thus granting a functional immortality of sorts. |
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| + | == Theories and Speculation == |
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| − | '''Surgebinding''' |
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| + | It has been theorized that [[Liss]], the assassin whom [[Jasnah]] had hired to stop her from going after the [[Kholin]]s, is actually Chanarach in disguise. For now, Brandon and his staff refused to either confirm or deny this.{{wob ref|10814}}{{wob ref|9123}} |
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| − | As the [[Herald]] associated with the [[Order of Dustbringers|Releasers]] it is likely that she could bind the [[surge]]s of [[surgebinding#division|division]] and [[surgebinding#abrasion|abrasion]]. |
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== Notes == |
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Revision as of 15:43, 22 November 2019
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| Abilities | Cognitive Shadow, Shardbearer (formerly) |
| Titles | Herald of the Almighty, Patron of the Dustbringers |
| Aliases | Chana, Chanaranach, Chan-a-rach[1] |
| Homeworld | Roshar |
| Universe | Cosmere |
“ Chana help the man or woman who stood between Navani and one of her own. ”
Chanarach, also known as Chana, is one of the ten Heralds of the Almighty on Roshar, and the patron of the Order of Dustbringers.[3][4] Her current status and whereabouts are unknown, though she's still alive somwhere, as at least one person has -- knowingly or not -- met her in the present times.[5]
Appearance and History
Though Chana is likely of similar age to other Heralds, Vorin artwork tends to present her as a young woman.[6] She was born on Ashyn, and left it for Roshar when the planet was struck by a catastrophe.[7]
![[6]](#cite_note-Chanarach.jpg-6){kind=link}
When humans and singers went to war, she and nine other people were made Heralds by Honor. Following every Desolation, she would travel to Braize and be tortured there until either she or one of the other Heralds broke, sending them back to Roshar and starting a new Desolation.[8]
At Aharietiam, Chanarach, like the rest, abandoned the Oathpact, leaving her Honorblade at the location of the final battle and departing for parts unknown.[9] What happened to her afterwards is unknown, though she is still alive.[5]
Abilities
As a Herald, Chanarach is unaging while on Roshar, and capable of returning from death, though at the cost of a Desolation.[8] She was likely a capable fighter, and wielded a Honorblade which made her a Surgebinder, granting her the use of the Surges of Division and Abrasion.[10] She has discarded her Blade, however, leaving her without those powers[11]
Perhaps tying in with her power over Abrasion, Chana is known for being incredibly fast, as Fleet beating her in a foot race is considered an noteworthy achievement.[1]
Culture
In Vorinism, Chanarach is known under the symmetrical name Chanaranach, though the diminutive Chana is also used.[3][1] Chan-a-rach is a far rarer spelling, only seen used in a song.[1] She is associated with the number 3 (chach), the Essence Spark, and the divine attributes of Brave and Obedient.[10] Phrases such as "Chana knows..." and "Chana help (somebody)" are common, and typically related to threat or protectiveness.[1][2] The name Chanada is likely derived from Chana.
As with all the other Heralds, she has a temple to herself in most modern cities.[12][13] This tradion appears to go back to the Desolations, as there was once a temple of Chanaranach in Stormseat.[3]
![[12]](#cite_note-Thaylen_City.jpg-12){kind=link}
![[13]](#cite_note-Kholinar.jpg-13){kind=link}
Theories and Speculation
It has been theorized that Liss, the assassin whom Jasnah had hired to stop her from going after the Kholins, is actually Chanarach in disguise. For now, Brandon and his staff refused to either confirm or deny this.[14][5]
Notes
- ↑ a b c d e Words of Radiance chapter 59#
- ↑ a b Words of Radiance chapter 75#
- ↑ a b c Words of Radiance chapter 77#
- ↑ Oathbringer Ars Arcanum#
- ↑ a b c Miscellaneous 2017
— Arcanum - 2017-06-01# - ↑ Chanarach chapter capstone
- ↑ Skyward Denver signing
— Arcanum - 2018-11-15# - ↑ a b Oathbringer chapter 38#
- ↑ The Way of Kings chapter prelude#
- ↑ a b The Way of Kings Ars Arcanum#
- ↑ Prelude to the Stormlight Archive#
- ↑ Map of Thaylen City
- ↑ Map of Kholinar
- ↑ Legion Release Party
— Arcanum - 2018-09-19#
