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Each Returned was gifted with a single, powerful [[Breath]] which allows them to reach the [[Heightening#Fith Heightening|Fifth Heightening]]. This '''divine Breath''' was a [[Splinter]] of [[Endowment]].{{qa ref|680|13|It's what we speak of in Shard world terminology as a Splinter|date=Jan 18th, 2010}} A Returned may give this Breath (sacrificing himself) to heal one person.{{book ref|wb|12}}

In [[Hallandren]] the Returned were worshipedworshipped as gods sent by the [[Iridescent Tones]] to guide their followers. As such the Returned were fed one Breath each week in order to maintain their life. In exchange the Returned were petitioned by the people of the city to give up their breath as a cure for illnesses.{{citebook ref|wb|12}} They were also expected to perform auguries by reviewing works of art sent by citizens.{{citebook ref|wb|3}}