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| − | The '''Origin of Storms''', often referred to as simply the '''Origin''', is an area on [[Roshar]] where [[highstorm]]s are formed. |
+ | The '''Origin of Storms''', often referred to as simply the '''Origin''', is an area on [[Roshar]] where [[highstorm]]s are thought to be formed. Although it has never been reliably documented, it's believed to exist far to the east of the planet's main landmass, possibly in or across the [[Ocean of Origins]].{{book ref|sa1|12}} |
| + | == Significance == |
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| − | As the source of highstorms, Origin is hugely important to Rosharans. Many buildings have features such as doors, balconies, patios, and gardens facing away from |
+ | As the presumptive source of highstorms, the Origin is hugely important to Rosharans. The nature of the flora and fauna on Roshar is heavily influenced by local climates that are dominated by the storms, which are strongest in the east where they make landfall.{{wob ref|5701}} Many buildings, particularly those in eastern Roshar, have features such as doors, balconies, patios, and gardens facing away from the Origin, so as to protect them from storm winds and debris.{{book ref|sa2|46}}{{book ref|sa2|49}} In contrast, the tower-city of [[Urithiru]] has a tall column of windows directly facing the Origin, possible only because it's located above the storms.{{book ref|sa2|i|10}} |
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| − | Historically, there have been a few attempts to sail to the Origin, but of all the ships to set out for it, none have ever returned.{{book ref|sa1|16}} |
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Several of Roshar's major [[spren]] are connected to the Origin. When not in a highstorm, [[Dalinar]] feels the [[Stormfather]]'s presence in that direction.{{book ref|sa3|64}} [[Cusicesh]] forms a face and looks towards the Origin every day at seven forty-six in the morning.{{book ref|sa1|i|5}} |
Several of Roshar's major [[spren]] are connected to the Origin. When not in a highstorm, [[Dalinar]] feels the [[Stormfather]]'s presence in that direction.{{book ref|sa3|64}} [[Cusicesh]] forms a face and looks towards the Origin every day at seven forty-six in the morning.{{book ref|sa1|i|5}} |
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== Legends == |
== Legends == |
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| − | There is some disagreement on Roshar as to Origin's true nature. While |
+ | There is some disagreement on Roshar as to the Origin's true nature. While ancient myths state that every [[highstorm]] begins there, modern [[stormwarden]]s believe that a single highstorm continuously circles the planet.{{book ref|sa2|87}} However, the term "Origin of Storms" is used by both humans and [[listener]]s, and the belief that the storms originate there is still widely held.{{book ref|sa2|49}}{{book ref|sa2|i|4}} According to [[Lirin]], there have been a few attempts to sail east to the Origin, but of all the ships to set out for it, none have ever returned.{{book ref|sa1|16}} |
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| ⚫ | A [[Natan]] named [[Puuli]] and his grandfather believe that there are people living on a hidden island at the Origin. Per their story, those people, once sailors who were lost while sailing the Ocean of Origins, are to return with "Light in their pockets" and restore the fallen kingdom of [[Natanatan]].{{book ref|sa3|i|1}} |
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| ⚫ | Additionally, some stories suggest that there may be an "origin" that can be reached by sailing west from the Rosharan continent. One such myth is ''[[Derethil]] and the [[Wandersail]]''. In the story, King Derethil, sailing far to the west in hopes of finding the source of the [[Voidbringer]]s, finds a whirlpool where the ocean drains, likely known as the "Great Abyss". The whirlpool was ringed by islands populated by the [[Uvara]] people. Derethil is said to have escaped the islands with an Uvara named [[Nafti]], but nothing more is known of their story.{{book ref|sa1|57}} |
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| ⚫ | [[Puuli]] and his grandfather believe that there are people living on |
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| + | Although the historicity of these stories and legends are unclear, it is geographically feasible that the same place could be reached by sailing in either direction from the main continent, as Roshar has no other large landmasses.{{wob ref|8918}} |
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== Notes == |
== Notes == |
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Revision as of 20:57, 24 August 2020
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The Origin of Storms, often referred to as simply the Origin, is an area on Roshar where highstorms are thought to be formed. Although it has never been reliably documented, it's believed to exist far to the east of the planet's main landmass, possibly in or across the Ocean of Origins.[1]
Significance
As the presumptive source of highstorms, the Origin is hugely important to Rosharans. The nature of the flora and fauna on Roshar is heavily influenced by local climates that are dominated by the storms, which are strongest in the east where they make landfall.[2] Many buildings, particularly those in eastern Roshar, have features such as doors, balconies, patios, and gardens facing away from the Origin, so as to protect them from storm winds and debris.[3][4] In contrast, the tower-city of Urithiru has a tall column of windows directly facing the Origin, possible only because it's located above the storms.[5]
Several of Roshar's major spren are connected to the Origin. When not in a highstorm, Dalinar feels the Stormfather's presence in that direction.[6] Cusicesh forms a face and looks towards the Origin every day at seven forty-six in the morning.[7]
Legends
There is some disagreement on Roshar as to the Origin's true nature. While ancient myths state that every highstorm begins there, modern stormwardens believe that a single highstorm continuously circles the planet.[8] However, the term "Origin of Storms" is used by both humans and listeners, and the belief that the storms originate there is still widely held.[4][9] According to Lirin, there have been a few attempts to sail east to the Origin, but of all the ships to set out for it, none have ever returned.[10]
A Natan named Puuli and his grandfather believe that there are people living on a hidden island at the Origin. Per their story, those people, once sailors who were lost while sailing the Ocean of Origins, are to return with "Light in their pockets" and restore the fallen kingdom of Natanatan.[11]
Additionally, some stories suggest that there may be an "origin" that can be reached by sailing west from the Rosharan continent. One such myth is Derethil and the Wandersail. In the story, King Derethil, sailing far to the west in hopes of finding the source of the Voidbringers, finds a whirlpool where the ocean drains, likely known as the "Great Abyss". The whirlpool was ringed by islands populated by the Uvara people. Derethil is said to have escaped the islands with an Uvara named Nafti, but nothing more is known of their story.[12]
Although the historicity of these stories and legends are unclear, it is geographically feasible that the same place could be reached by sailing in either direction from the main continent, as Roshar has no other large landmasses.[13]
Notes
- ↑ The Way of Kings chapter 12#
- ↑ Shadows of Self San Diego signing
— Arcanum - 2015-10-08# - ↑ Words of Radiance chapter 46#
- ↑ a b Words of Radiance chapter 49#
- ↑ Words of Radiance interlude I-10#
- ↑ Oathbringer chapter 64#
- ↑ The Way of Kings interlude I-5#
- ↑ Words of Radiance chapter 87#
- ↑ Words of Radiance interlude I-4#
- ↑ The Way of Kings chapter 16#
- ↑ Oathbringer interlude I-1#
- ↑ The Way of Kings chapter 57#
- ↑ Salt Lake City signing
— Arcanum - 2017-12-16#