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As the Herald of War, it is likely that Taln was one of the more proficient generals and fighters of [[Roshar]]. He mentions to [[Dalinar]] and [[Elhokar]] that his role in preparing for the [[Desolation]] would be to train their soldiers in the art of war.{{book ref|sa2|I|7}}

Taln is one of the larger characters shown in the series, described as being at least as tall as [[Amaram]] while stooped over but far more massive, to the point where he is likeneddescribed to beingas "built like a wall." His speed and reflexes are also expert, as he was able to save [[Amaram]] from [[Iyatil]]s assassination attempt purely by muscle memory and reflex.{{book ref|sa2|88}}

When he appears in [[Kholinar]] to warn of the coming Desolation, he does this by cutting right through the city gates and then slamming them open, immediately after 4,500 years of torture, showing great endurance on his part.{{book ref|sa1|epilogue}}

Although not yet shown, it is likely that he was a proficient swordsman, having taken part in countless battles and Desolations with his [[honorblade]].