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'''Ien''' is a [[Seon]] bound to Prince [[Raoden]] of [[Arelon]].{{book ref|Elantris|1}} He is named for [[Aon#Ien|Aon Ien]], which means "Wisdom" and is a healing in [[AonDor]].
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'''Ien''' is a [[Seon]] on [[Sel]]. He is bound to King [[Raoden]] of [[Arelon]].{{book ref|Elantris|1}} He is named for [[Aon#Ien|Aon Ien]], which means "wisdom" and is the symbol used for healing magic in [[AonDor]].
   
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==Appearance and personality==
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When Raoden is taken by the [[Shaod]] Ien undergoes a similar change, losing his sentient connection to Raoden. Though he seems to follow Raoden in Elantris too, they are not able to communicate with one another.{{book ref|Elantris|10}}
 
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Like all Seons, Ien is sentient and he appears as a melon-sized ball of light.{{book ref|Elantris|2}} Seons have some control over the level of their brightness,{{book ref|Elantris|32}} and they often pulse while speaking or laughing.{{book ref|Elantris|5}} Ien's namesake Aon glows at his center, although it may be difficult to discern through the light.{{book ref|Elantris|32}}
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When Raoden is taken by the failed [[Shaod]], Ien's appearance changes. His Aon has new breaks in its lines and patchy colors,{{book ref|Elantris|16}} displaying some similarities to the blotchy skin of [[Elantrian]]s before the restoration of their powers.{{book ref|Elantris|10}} After Raoden regains access to the power of the [[Dor]], Ien reverts to his original appearance.{{book ref|Elantris|63}}
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Ien is exceptionally wise and very thoughtful.{{book ref|Elantris|10}}{{book ref|Elantris|63}} His voice is described as "indulgent" and "stoic".{{book ref|Elantris|16}}{{book ref|Elantris|2}} He cares deeply for Raoden and serves him simply because he loves him.{{book ref|Elantris|16}}
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==Abilities==
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Seons are [[Splinter]]s of [[Devotion]]{{wob ref|5991}} and possess several magical qualities. They are able to move by floating through the air, and Ien retains this power when he loses sentience.{{book ref|Elantris|10}} Although Seons are very light, they have a tangible form and cannot pass through solid matter.{{wob ref|7816}} Seons have senses that are superior to humans.{{book ref|Elantris|32}} They are able to link over long distances to allow their masters to instantly communicate with each other. They can temporarily transform into a three-dimensional image of the person speaking on the other end of the link.{{book ref|Elantris|2}}
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===Bond with humans===
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Seons form bonds with humans; this bond can be Passed from person to person.{{annotation ref|Elantris|34}} This bond works through [[Spiritual Realm|Spiritual]] [[Connection]]{{wob ref|10049}} and has similarities to the [[Nahel bond]] on [[Roshar]].{{wob ref|3488}} When Raoden was taken by the broken Shaod, his spiritual nature was changed, causing Ien to lose his sentience.{{wob ref|10049}}
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==History==
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Ien has been bound to Raoden since he was a young boy.{{annotation ref|Elantris|10}} It is not clear who exactly Passed Ien to Raoden, but it is common to keep Seons within a family. In Raoden's youth, he learns about slavery and attempts to free Ien, but Ien assures him that he wants to serve him and that he requires no payment.{{book ref|Elantris|16}} Raoden considers Ien a a friend, but he also sees him as a reflection of his god's love.{{book ref|Elantris|16}}
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Raoden is confused by the fact that he cannot find Ien when he is first taken by the Shaod.{{book ref|Elantris|1}} After getting thrown into the fallen city of Elantris, he worries about Ien but tries not to think about his fate.{{book ref|Elantris|4}}
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After the restoration of Elantris, Raoden notes that Ien has changed and become even more thoughtful.{{book ref|Elantris|63}} Brandon has noted that the change in Ien could be explored in a future sequel to ''Elantris''.{{wob ref|7182}}
   
 
== Notes ==
  
== Notes ==

Revision as of 00:41, 6 November 2018

Ien
Aon Ien.svg
by Brandon Sanderson
Bonded With Raoden
Species Seon
Homeworld Sel
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“ To a Seon there is no above or beneath, there are only those we love. And we serve those we love. ”

— Ien to Raoden[1]

Ien is a Seon on Sel. He is bound to King Raoden of Arelon.[2] He is named for Aon Ien, which means "wisdom" and is the symbol used for healing magic in AonDor.

Appearance and personality

Like all Seons, Ien is sentient and he appears as a melon-sized ball of light.[3] Seons have some control over the level of their brightness,[4] and they often pulse while speaking or laughing.[5] Ien's namesake Aon glows at his center, although it may be difficult to discern through the light.[4]

When Raoden is taken by the failed Shaod, Ien's appearance changes. His Aon has new breaks in its lines and patchy colors,[1] displaying some similarities to the blotchy skin of Elantrians before the restoration of their powers.[6] After Raoden regains access to the power of the Dor, Ien reverts to his original appearance.[7]

Ien is exceptionally wise and very thoughtful.[6][7] His voice is described as "indulgent" and "stoic".[1][3] He cares deeply for Raoden and serves him simply because he loves him.[1]

Abilities

Seons are Splinters of Devotion[8] and possess several magical qualities. They are able to move by floating through the air, and Ien retains this power when he loses sentience.[6] Although Seons are very light, they have a tangible form and cannot pass through solid matter.[9] Seons have senses that are superior to humans.[4] They are able to link over long distances to allow their masters to instantly communicate with each other. They can temporarily transform into a three-dimensional image of the person speaking on the other end of the link.[3]

Bond with humans

Seons form bonds with humans; this bond can be Passed from person to person.Template:Annotation ref This bond works through Spiritual Connection[10] and has similarities to the Nahel bond on Roshar.[11] When Raoden was taken by the broken Shaod, his spiritual nature was changed, causing Ien to lose his sentience.[10]

History

Ien has been bound to Raoden since he was a young boy.Template:Annotation ref It is not clear who exactly Passed Ien to Raoden, but it is common to keep Seons within a family. In Raoden's youth, he learns about slavery and attempts to free Ien, but Ien assures him that he wants to serve him and that he requires no payment.[1] Raoden considers Ien a a friend, but he also sees him as a reflection of his god's love.[1]

Raoden is confused by the fact that he cannot find Ien when he is first taken by the Shaod.[2] After getting thrown into the fallen city of Elantris, he worries about Ien but tries not to think about his fate.[12]

After the restoration of Elantris, Raoden notes that Ien has changed and become even more thoughtful.[7] Brandon has noted that the change in Ien could be explored in a future sequel to Elantris.[13]

Notes

  1. ↑ a b c d e f Elantris chapter 16#
  2. ↑ a b Elantris chapter 1#
  3. ↑ a b c Elantris chapter 2#
  4. ↑ a b c Elantris chapter 32#
  5. ↑ Elantris chapter 5#
  6. ↑ a b c Elantris chapter 10#
  7. ↑ a b c Elantris chapter 63#
  8. ↑ Arcanum Unbounded Seattle signing
    — Arcanum - 2016-12-01#
  9. ↑ TWG Posts
    — Arcanum - 2005-05-06#
  10. ↑ a b Alloy of Law release party
    — Arcanum - 2011-11-07#
  11. ↑ /r/books AMA 2015
    — Arcanum - 2015-06-19#
  12. ↑ Elantris chapter 4#
  13. ↑ Leipzig Book Fair
    — Arcanum - 2017-03-24#
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