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{{magic system
|related=[[Devotion]], [[Dominion]]{{wob ref|9830}}{{wob ref|4090}}
|system=Dakhor
|located=[[Sel]]
|related=[[Dominion]]
|focus=Forms
|prereq=Sacrifice
|type=End-Positive{{wob ref|7114}}
}}{{theory}}
|world=Sel
The '''Dakhor''' is a theorized magic system on [[Sel]], and has been theorized to be a gateway through [[Dominion]] to the [[Dor]], independent from [[AonDor]]. Its official name is not clear, but the known users of this system are the monks of [[Dakhor Monastery]] in [[Fjorden]], like [[Dilaf]].▼
|universe=[[Cosmere]]
|books=[[Elantris (book)|Elantris]]
}}{{uncanonical}}
▲The '''Dakhor''' is a theorizedmanifestation magic system onof [[SelInvestiture]], and has been theorized to be a gateway throughon [[Dominion]] to the [[DorSel]], independent from [[AonDor]].{{wob ref|2208}}{{wob ref|4216}} Its official name is not clearunknown, but the known users of this system are the monks of [[Dakhor Monastery]] in [[Fjorden]], likeincluding [[Dilaf]].
 
The Dakhor monks themselves are a newer development than [[ElantriansElantrian]]s.{{wob ref|b|elantris|a|632236}} In fact, [[WyrnWulfden the Fourth]] was preparing to use them against Elantris before [[The Reod|the city fell on its own]].
 
Its exact mechanics are so far unclear, but will be explored more fully in the [[Elantris 2sequel]].{{wob ref|wotdb|799|10|Speaking of sequels, here's what I'M planning.4288}} As such, this article looks at the small clues related to this magic, and is incomplete until Elantris 2.
 
== Prerequisites ==
In order to access the [[Dor]] through the Dakhor magic system, a few things have to occur. For now, itIt appears that the practitioners of Dakhor have to be Fjordell, since we've never seen one of another race. However, we've never been told it's impossible, so this could be wrong. The next requirement is something intrinsic to the way [[InvestitureFjordell]]s are related to the Shards that power them. Assuming that DominionChanting is actually the Shard behind Dakhor, in order to gain access to the magic you must perform some act that follows the [[intent]],{{ref|wotdb|622|107|The 'role' of the Shard has to do with the WAY the magic is obtained, not what it can do.}} presumably by Dominating someone or something. This may be in the form of killing someone, another thing we've seenalso used to grant different powers withand the Dakhorchants system.{{ref|b|elantris|c|62}} The last potential prerequisite shown so far is the use of chanting. It seems extremelyare likely that the chants that are used mayto determine how the person is changed, and what type of bone growths form.{{book ref|bElantris|elantris36}}{{book ref|cElantris|58}}
 
=== EffectsBone and Abilitesgrowth ===
RegardlessThe ofbones howof the person accessing Dakhor systembegin isto accessed,grow thereand appeartwist.{{book toref|Elantris|58}} beSince somethe constant[[Investiture]] effects.of The[[Sel]] bonesis form-based,{{book ref|mb4|part=ars}} the shape of the personbone accessingtwists Dakhordetermines beginwhat topowers growa anduser twistof Dakhor can access.{{book ref|b|elantris|cElantris|58}} The shapes that they twist into are ancient Fjordell characters.{{book ref|bElantris|elantris63}} Dakhor users look like twisted figures with arms like knotted tree branches and tight skin pulled over strange ridges.{{book ref|epilogueElantris|57}} Their bones appear as if a piece of metal had been inserted beneath the skin and their skeletons appears twisted and carved.{{book ref|Elantris|58}} While they are abnormal, the Dakhor monks don't seem deformed or inhuman.{{wob ref|b|elantris|a|Chapter 58 Part 12190}} TheyTheir bone growth is subtle enough that a robe can hide it.{{book ref|b|elantris|cElantris|58}} Even with the initially repulsive nature of the bone twists, they still have a beautiful shape.{{ref|b|elantris|epilogue}}book Since the Investitures of Sel are all form based,{{ref|bElantris|aol|ars}} the shape of the bone twists is what determines what powers a user of Dakhor can access.{{ref|b|elantris|c|5863}} The bone twists are also known to glow, specifically when teleportation{{book ref|b|elantris|cElantris|60}} or enhanced strength is being used.{{book ref|b|elantris|cElantris|61}}
 
=== Sacrifices ===
The Dakhor magic system can grant several abilities that we've seen so far. The first is the extreme strength of anyone who uses Dakhor.{{ref|b|elantris|c|58}} The bones of the the Dakhor monks are almost indestructible too,{{ref|b|elantris|c|62}} although this may just be part of the increased strength they have. Those who use Dakhor can receive enhanced speed as well.{{ref|b|elantris|c|58}} Another more costly power is teleportation. In exchange for one man's death, a large groups of people can be transported instantaneously somewhere.{{ref|b|elantris|c|60}} The body and spirit of the man who is sacrificed is used to power this ability. These four powers appear to be part of the standard ability set for monks of Dakhor monastery. ▼
In order to access certain powers of Dakhor, living sacrifices must be made.{{book ref|Elantris|62}} A ritual needs to be performed before the sacrifices can be killed, and Dakhor users cannot just slaughter people immediately.{{wob ref|2206}} The amount of Investiture in the people killed is far more important than the number of people killed.{{wob ref|1742}} Sacrifices will have their souls twisted, not stolen.{{wob ref|48}}
 
== Effects and Abilities ==
Another seemingly magic power used by Fjorden changed [[Dilaf|Dilaf's]] appearance from that of a Fjordell to an Arelene.{{ref|b|elantris|c|60}} This seems likely to be a capability of the Dakhor magic system; changing what race a person looks to be. This could presumably be used to change any aspect of a person's appearance. Dakhor can also grant the ability to negate [[Aon]]s drawn by Elantrians.{{ref|b|elantris|c|56}} There another ability that can be given through Dakhor is a resistance to attacks from the Dor.{{ref|b|elantris|c|62}} This power requires the deaths of 50 men to be granted and is rarely given. It is unknown if the ability to negate Aons and the resistance to Dor attacks are two separate abilities or both tied to the same type of bone shape.▼
▲TheRegardless Dakhorof magichow the Dakhor system is accessed, there are some constant effects. Dakhor can grant several abilities, thatsome we'veof seenwhich soare farpart of the standard ability set for monks of Dakhor monastery. The first is the extreme strength of anyone who uses Dakhor.{{book ref|b|elantris|cElantris|58}} The bones of the the Dakhor monks are almost indestructible, too,leaving melee weapons mostly useless against them.{{book ref|b|elantris|cElantris|62}} although this may just be part of the increased strength they have. Those who use Dakhor can receive enhanced speed as well.{{book ref|b|elantris|cElantris|58}} Another more costly power is teleportation. In exchange for one manperson's death, a large groups of people can be transported instantaneously somewhere.{{book ref|b|elantris|cElantris|60}} The body and spirit of the man who is sacrificed isare used to power this ability. These four powers appear to be part of the standard ability set for monks of Dakhor monastery.
 
▲Another seeminglyability magicgranted powerby usedDakhor bycan Fjordenchange changeda [[Dilaf|Dilafperson's]] appearance, fromsuch thatas of a Fjordell to an Arelenerace.{{book ref|b|elantris|cElantris|60}} This seems likely to be a capability of the Dakhor magic system; changing what race a person looks to be. This could presumably be used to change any aspect of a person's appearance. Dakhor can also grant the ability to negate [[Aon]]s drawn by Elantrians.[[Elantrian]]s,{{book ref|b|elantris|cElantris|56}} Therethough anotherit abilityis thatalso canpossible for Dakhor to be givennegated throughby [[AonDor]].{{wob ref|3014}} Another Dakhor ability is a resistance to attacks from the Dor.{{book ref|b|elantris|cElantris|62}} This power requires the deaths of 50fifty menpeople toand be granted andthus is rarely given. It is unknown if the ability to negate Aons and the resistance to Dor attacks are two separate abilities or both tied to the same type of bone shape. Dakhor users live longer than regular humans.{{book ref|Elantris|58}}
 
If a [[Bloodsealer]] were to use Bloodsealing on the bones of someone who used Dakhor, the bones would still be able to access the Dor.{{wob ref|10831}} It would take more than just the bones of a Dakhor monk for a [[kandra]] to get Dakhor abilities.{{wob ref|152}}
 
== Relationship To Fjorden ==
Dakhor has a specific tie to the land of Fjorden. Like all Selish magic, Dakhor will decrease in power the further from Fjorden a user gets.{{wob ref|8617}} It is better than AonDor and [[Forgery]] at bringing the power with the user.{{wob ref|5190}}{{wob ref|6157}} Dakhor is also known as the Order of Bone.{{book ref|Elantris|58}}
 
== Known Dakhor ==
== Notes ==
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