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|died="Dissolved" in [[Devotion's Perpendicularity]].{{book ref|Elantris|31}}{{ref|group=fn|text=Notably, another Elantrian named [[Riino]] somehow survived entering the [[perpendicularity]] as a Hoed.{{wob ref|11822}} It is therefore possible that Saolin is alive, and Brandon has not ruled out an appearance in a future book.{{wob ref|13038}}}}
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|Saolin{{book ref|Elantris|19}}
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'''Saolin''' is an [[Elantrian]] on [[Sel]].
== Appearance and Personality ==
Saolin is old for a soldier, probably close to retirement.{{book ref|Elantris|19}}
His name is based on [[Aon#Sao|Aon Sao]], meaning intelligence or learning.{{book ref|elantris|part=ars}} He "says his prayers", but does not know much about religion.{{book ref|elantris|10}}
Like all soldiers in Count [[Eondel]]'s legion, he is disciplined and honorable, and Saolin takes pride in being considered part of the best soldiers in Arelon.{{book ref|Elantris|10}} At first he questions [[Raoden]], but is convinced to trust him by [[Mareshe]], and subsequently pledges loyalty to Raoden.{{book ref|Elantris|10}}
During his time defending New Elantris Saolin gathers a few wounds, and since the [[Reod]] an Elantrian's pain never goes away. Yet Saolin does not mourn his wounds, but is proud to wear them, as a reminder that he received them with honor while defending his people.{{book ref|Elantris|19}} While a great soldier, he is completely lacking in stealth.{{book ref|Elantris|22}}▼
▲During his time defending [[New Elantris]], Saolin gathers a few wounds
==Attributes and Abilities==
Partly due to his military background, Saolin is exceptionally loyal. He insists on forming a honor guard for his leader,{{book ref|Elantris|19}} gets disturbed when Raoden leaves the guarded area of their settlement without warning,{{book ref|Elantris|22}} and refuses to let him fight because leaders are too valuable.{{book ref|Elantris|28}} He is not easily unsettled and recognizes direct orders.{{book ref|Elantris|13}}{{book ref|Elantris|28}}
He is strong and highly skilled with a sword. He also displays leadership qualities and can lead a team successfully.{{book ref|elantris|19}} While a great soldier, he is completely lacking in stealth.{{book ref|Elantris|22}}
== History ==
Before being taken by the Shaod, Saolin was a soldier in Count [[Eondel]]'s legion.{{book ref|Elantris|10}}
He was taken by the Shaod not long after Raoden, and was thrown into Elantris together with [[Maare]] and [[Riil]]. As soon as the city gates closed behind their backs, Raoden
As more people joined Raoden's band, Saolin gathered a squad of soldiers and became their captain, and insisted on forming an honor guard for his leader.{{book ref|Elantris|19}} This proved to be beneficial, as Saolin was able to ward off a surprise attack by Shaor's men and save Raoden from any injuries, winning enough time for [[Dashe]] and three other soldiers to join his ranks.
To take things further, they sectioned off a marginally defensible section of town to be New Elantris, and sentries were placed at every intersection to watch for approaching marauders.{{book ref|Elantris|22}} This left time for Saolin to retrieve new people being thrown into Elantris and guide them to their settlement, a task he shared with [[Karata]].{{book ref|Elantris|19}} Saolin also began teaching simple combat techniques to those capable as a means of self-defense, but he could use only the safest and most elementary training methods to prevent any wounds.{{book ref|Elantris|22}}
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When Princess [[Sarene]] distributed food to the Elantrians as part of her [[Widow's Trial]], Saolin defended the courtyard from Shaor's men out of fear that they would harm the nobles who entered the city. This went well for a while, until Saolin slipped while fighting and got a deep cut in his sword arm.{{book ref|Elantris|25}} While he grew proficient at fighting with his left hand, his squad of soldiers grew too thin to defend both New Elantris and the courtyard. Saolin realized that they wouldn't be able to hold out for much longer, and planned to ambush Shaor's men as they approached the courtyard in a desperate attempt to defeat them
== Notes ==
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