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'''Takama''' are traditional warrior garments worn in [[Alethkar]] and other [[Vorin]] nations on [[Roshar]].{{book ref|sa2|38}}
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'''Takamas'''<!-- this is the pluralization used in OB ch 16 --> are traditional warrior garments from [[Alethkar]] on [[Roshar]].{{book ref|sa2|38}}
 
{{image|Sebarial takama.jpg|width=150px|[[Sebarial]] wearing a takama|side=right}}
  
{{image|Sebarial takama.jpg|width=150px|[[Sebarial]] wearing a takama|side=right}}
 
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The term "takama" generally refers to a long, straight, calf-length skirt.{{book ref|sa1|25}} They are usually loose-fitting.{{book ref|ob|4}} A version of takama were worn in the time of [[Nohadon]] and are seen in one of [[Dalinar's visions]]; he notes that they are of an older style and are worn with wide girdles, often with no shirt.{{book ref|ob|103}} The skirt has some similarities to the shorter [[ulatu]] from [[Jah Keved]].{{book ref|sa2|19}}
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A takama is a long, straight, calf-length skirt.{{book ref|sa1|25}} They are usually loose-fitting and tied tightly with a long belt, typically in two knots with the ends hanging loosely.{{book ref|sa1|16}}{{book ref|sa3|4}} Takamas can be made from fine materials and it is not unusual to see them in a formal setting; they are sometimes golden in color.{{book ref|sa3|4}}{{book ref|sa1|25}} The takama has some similarities to both the pleated [[vakama]] and the shorter [[ulatu]] from [[Jah Keved]].{{book ref|sa4|20}}{{book ref|sa2|19}}
   
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In current-day Roshar, the skirt is traditionally worn with a loose-fitting shirt and a cloth belt.{{book ref|ob|16}} The shirt is also sometimes referred to as a "takama".{{book ref|ob|16}} The skirt can be made from fine materials and it is not unusual to see them in a formal setting.{{book ref|ob|4}}{{book ref|sa1|25}} Historically, it was common for soldiers to wear long uniform jackets over the takama.{{book ref|sa1|54}}
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During the [[Heraldic Epochs]], takamas were worn with wide girdles and no shirt;{{book ref|sa3|103}} [[Vaiu]], an [[honorspren]] in [[Shadesmar]], favors a similar style.{{book ref|sa4|75}} In [[Dalinar Kholin]]'s youth, it was common for soldiers to wear long uniform jackets over their takamas.{{book ref|sa1|54}} In current-day Roshar, the skirt is traditionally worn with a light, loose-fitting overshirt and a cloth belt. The shirts are specifically designed to be worn with a takama.{{book ref|sa3|16}}
 
{{image|Roshone portrait.jpg|width=150px|[[Roshone]] wearing a takama|side=left}}
  
{{image|Roshone portrait.jpg|width=150px|[[Roshone]] wearing a takama|side=left}}
 
==History==
  
==History==
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Takamas are ancient in origin, dating to at least the [[Heraldic Epochs]]; Dalinar observed people wearing takamas of an older style during one of his [[Dalinar's visions|visions]] of the time of [[Nohadon]].{{book ref|sa3|103}}
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Takama were formerly popular as warriors garb as recently as a generation ago, but are rarely worn in modern Roshar.{{book ref|sa1|25}} Kaladin, who grew up in rural [[Alethkar]], first sees a takama when he is twelve or thirteen years old and is surprised at its resemblance to a woman's skirt.{{book ref|sa1|25}}
  
   
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Takamas were popular as warriors garb as recently as a generation prior to the [[War of Reckoning]], but were rarely worn in modern Roshar.{{book ref|sa1|25}} Kaladin, who grew up in rural Alethkar, first saw a takama when he was twelve or thirteen years old and was surprised at its resemblance to a woman's skirt.{{book ref|sa1|25}}
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[[Dalinar Kholin]] often wore a takama in his youth and tells [[Kadash]] a story about one of his swordmasters, [[Harth]], teaching him to tie a takama in the "traditional" way, with the belt pulled tightly and tied three times.{{book ref|sa1|16}} He notices that everyone else ties the belt twice, leaving the ends long and drooping. Dalinar seeks out Harth's master to ask him about it, and realizes that the master tied his belt three times not because of tradition, but because he was extremely short in stature and the long ends made him trip.{{book ref|sa1|16}} Perhaps because of this embarrassment, Dalinar has never liked wearing a takama,{{book ref|sa1|54}} although he did wear them during his time as the Blackthorn.{{book ref|sa2|19}}
  
   
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Dalinar often wore a takama in his youth and told [[Kadash]] a story about one of his swordmasters, [[Harth]], teaching him to tie a takama in the "traditional" way, with the belt tied three times. He noticed that everyone else tied the belt twice, leaving the ends long and drooping. Dalinar sought out Harth's master to ask him about it, and realized that the master tied his belt three times not because of tradition, but because he was extremely short in stature and the long ends made him trip.{{book ref|sa3|16}} Perhaps because of this embarrassment, Dalinar never liked wearing a takama,{{book ref|sa1|54}} although he did wear them during his time as the Blackthorn.{{book ref|sa2|19}}
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Most of the people seen wearing a takama in modern Roshar are members of the nobility or the military. They include [[Roshone]],{{book ref|sa1|25}} [[Sebarial]],{{book ref|sa2|38}}, and [[Elhokar]].{{book ref|sa3|4}} [[Amaram]], a noted traditionalist, requires his soldiers to wear a takama as part of their uniform.{{book ref|sa2|52}} [[Aladar]] has taken to wearing a shorter, modern-cut uniform jacket over his takama{{book ref|sa2|8}} and the style has caught on with his officers.{{book ref|ob|107}}
  
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Most of the people seen wearing a takama in modern Roshar are members of the nobility or the military. They include [[Roshone]],{{book ref|sa1|25}} [[Sebarial]],{{book ref|sa2|38}} and [[Elhokar]].{{book ref|sa3|4}} [[Amaram]], a noted traditionalist, required his soldiers to wear a takama as part of their uniform.{{book ref|sa2|52}} [[Aladar]] took to wearing a shorter, modern-cut uniform jacket over his takama{{book ref|sa2|8}} and the style caught on with his officers.{{book ref|ob|107}}
   
 
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Latest revision as of 18:07, 4 May 2023

Takama
Related to Vorinism
Type Garment
World of Origin Roshar
Universe Cosmere

Takamas are traditional warrior garments from Alethkar on Roshar.[1]

by Sheep
Sebarial wearing a takama

Description[edit]

A takama is a long, straight, calf-length skirt.[2] They are usually loose-fitting and tied tightly with a long belt, typically in two knots with the ends hanging loosely.[3][4] Takamas can be made from fine materials and it is not unusual to see them in a formal setting; they are sometimes golden in color.[4][2] The takama has some similarities to both the pleated vakama and the shorter ulatu from Jah Keved.[5][6]

During the Heraldic Epochs, takamas were worn with wide girdles and no shirt;[7] Vaiu, an honorspren in Shadesmar, favors a similar style.[8] In Dalinar Kholin's youth, it was common for soldiers to wear long uniform jackets over their takamas.[9] In current-day Roshar, the skirt is traditionally worn with a light, loose-fitting overshirt and a cloth belt. The shirts are specifically designed to be worn with a takama.[10]

by Sheep
Roshone wearing a takama

History[edit]

Takamas are ancient in origin, dating to at least the Heraldic Epochs; Dalinar observed people wearing takamas of an older style during one of his visions of the time of Nohadon.[7]

Takamas were popular as warriors garb as recently as a generation prior to the War of Reckoning, but were rarely worn in modern Roshar.[2] Kaladin, who grew up in rural Alethkar, first saw a takama when he was twelve or thirteen years old and was surprised at its resemblance to a woman's skirt.[2]

Dalinar often wore a takama in his youth and told Kadash a story about one of his swordmasters, Harth, teaching him to tie a takama in the "traditional" way, with the belt tied three times. He noticed that everyone else tied the belt twice, leaving the ends long and drooping. Dalinar sought out Harth's master to ask him about it, and realized that the master tied his belt three times not because of tradition, but because he was extremely short in stature and the long ends made him trip.[10] Perhaps because of this embarrassment, Dalinar never liked wearing a takama,[9] although he did wear them during his time as the Blackthorn.[6]

Most of the people seen wearing a takama in modern Roshar are members of the nobility or the military. They include Roshone,[2] Sebarial,[1] and Elhokar.[4] Amaram, a noted traditionalist, required his soldiers to wear a takama as part of their uniform.[11] Aladar took to wearing a shorter, modern-cut uniform jacket over his takama[12] and the style caught on with his officers.[13]

Notes[edit]

  1. ↑ a b Words of Radiance chapter 38#
  2. ↑ a b c d e The Way of Kings chapter 25#
  3. ↑ The Way of Kings chapter 16#
  4. ↑ a b c Oathbringer chapter 4#
  5. ↑ Rhythm of War chapter 20#
  6. ↑ a b Words of Radiance chapter 19#
  7. ↑ a b Oathbringer chapter 103#
  8. ↑ Rhythm of War chapter 75#
  9. ↑ a b The Way of Kings chapter 54#
  10. ↑ a b Oathbringer chapter 16#
  11. ↑ Words of Radiance chapter 52#
  12. ↑ Words of Radiance chapter 8#
  13. ↑ Oathbringer chapter 107#
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