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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 [[desolationDesolation]] 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 likened to being built like a wall. His speed and reflexes are also amazingexpert, as he was able to save [[Amaram]] from [[Iyatil]]s assassination attempt purely by muscle memory and reflex while in an insane state of mind.{{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 manycountless [[desolation]]sbattles and Desolations with his [[honorblade|honourblade]].