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A copper [[Ferring]] is known as an '''Archivist'''. Copper is used to store memories.{{ref|b|mb4|ars}} This ability forms the core of the [[Keeper]]s, a group of Terrismen dedicated to preserving knowledge. Since the memories in a coppermind do not degrade with time (although they are vulnerable to Ruin's manipulation), it is perfect for the collection of enormous quantities of facts. For this reason, Feruchemists were much more likely to be scholars than warriors. When a Feruchemist stores a memory in a metalmind, it immediately disappears from his memory. The best users of copperminds would create indexes to find memories much faster. Finally, the longer a memory sits outside of a coppermind, the more it degrades.{{ref|b|mb2|c|15}} Keepers undergo extensive training in memory retention to make the most of this ability. {{ref|[http://brandonsanderson.com/annotation-mistborn-3-|mb3|chapter-forty-nine/]=49}}