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| − | '''Seons''' are sentient beings found on the planet of [[Sel]], described in the book of Elantris. They look like glowing orbs, with [[Aon]] |
+ | '''Seons''' are sentient beings found on the planet of [[Sel]], described in the book of Elantris. They look like glowing orbs, about the size of a melon, with an [[Aon]] visible at their center. They act as advisors or assistants, carrying messages and offering advice. They live a very long time, it is unknown how long or if they can die. |
== History and Origins == |
== History and Origins == |
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- in the setting of elantris they did not know the origin of Seons. However, almost all understanding of magic and history of magic had been lost. Some information in books. Could people before the Reod have know where they came from? |
- in the setting of elantris they did not know the origin of Seons. However, almost all understanding of magic and history of magic had been lost. Some information in books. Could people before the Reod have know where they came from? |
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- Because there is no Ars Arcanum in Elantris, we have no information on the in-universe research about Seons being done by Comsere aware individuals at the time of the book. |
- Because there is no Ars Arcanum in Elantris, we have no information on the in-universe research about Seons being done by Comsere aware individuals at the time of the book. |
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- It is unknown if they spontaneously came into existance, or were created through some form of magic, or some combination of the two |
- It is unknown if they spontaneously came into existance, or were created through some form of magic, or some combination of the two |
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- They are come into existence only in Arelon |
- They are come into existence only in Arelon |
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| + | - During the time of the [[Reod]], a Seon whose master fell victim to the [[Shaod]] lost sentience, and made its way to [[Elantris]] where it proceeded to "wander" aimlessly and silently. Rarely a Reod Seon might have shown some unconscious recognition of their Elantrian master, but only through classically conditioned actions, not communication. Additionally, if closely inspected, the [[Aon]] of a Seon who had lost their master to the [[Shaod]] would appear to be patchy and incomplete.{{ref|b|e|c|16|p|174}} |
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| + | After the restoration of [[Elantris]]' magic and the completion of the Shaod, the Seons recovered their sanity and returned to their former state, though they were unable to remember the time they passed while the Shaod was incomplete. |
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== Abilities == |
== Abilities == |
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== Theories == |
== Theories == |
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Seons acted as advisers as well as they provided a face-to-face communication with other people through their connections with other Seons. Seons lived for a very long time. [[Seon Ashe|Ashe]] had served [[Sarene]]'s family for over two centuries.{{ref|b|e|c|5}} |
Seons acted as advisers as well as they provided a face-to-face communication with other people through their connections with other Seons. Seons lived for a very long time. [[Seon Ashe|Ashe]] had served [[Sarene]]'s family for over two centuries.{{ref|b|e|c|5}} |
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Revision as of 02:17, 4 May 2014
“You look at things as a human, young master. You see rank and distinction; you try to order the world so that everything has a place either above you or beneath you. To a Seon, there is no above or beneath. There are only those we love. And we serve those we love.”
Seons are sentient beings found on the planet of Sel, described in the book of Elantris. They look like glowing orbs, about the size of a melon, with an Aon visible at their center. They act as advisors or assistants, carrying messages and offering advice. They live a very long time, it is unknown how long or if they can die.
History and Origins
In universe
- in the setting of elantris they did not know the origin of Seons. However, almost all understanding of magic and history of magic had been lost. Some information in books. Could people before the Reod have know where they came from?
- Because there is no Ars Arcanum in Elantris, we have no information on the in-universe research about Seons being done by Comsere aware individuals at the time of the book.
- Ashe seemed to think they could be created.
- They did not exist before Odium came to Sel
- Odium splintered both Dominion and Devotion
- Seons came into existence as an outlet of the power
- It is unknown if they spontaneously came into existance, or were created through some form of magic, or some combination of the two
- They are come into existence only in Arelon
- During the time of the Reod, a Seon whose master fell victim to the Shaod lost sentience, and made its way to Elantris where it proceeded to "wander" aimlessly and silently. Rarely a Reod Seon might have shown some unconscious recognition of their Elantrian master, but only through classically conditioned actions, not communication. Additionally, if closely inspected, the Aon of a Seon who had lost their master to the Shaod would appear to be patchy and incomplete.Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; refs with no name must have content
After the restoration of Elantris' magic and the completion of the Shaod, the Seons recovered their sanity and returned to their former state, though they were unable to remember the time they passed while the Shaod was incomplete.
Abilities
- Speak, and make human noises - Travel anywhere, across the ocean - Connect with other Seon, act a long-range communication device - Simulate the appearance of people, when used as a communication device - Talk with other Seons? If they know them?
Known Seons
There are a handful of known Seons, and a few that are mentioned that we do not know the name of.
- Ashe, Salene’s Seon.
- Dio (Eventeo’s)
- Opa (Roial’s)
- Ien (Raoden’s)
- Mai (Riika's from Hope of Elantris. Also a Seon in Teod. Same one?)
- Aeo (Matiss's from Hope of Elantris)
There were also a few that were talked about, but where the name was never given.
- Hrathen
- Wyrn
- Poison guy?
Theories
Original Content
""Seons"" were magical servants of unknown origin on Sel. They took the form of floating orbs, each with a glowing Aon at their core that they were named for. Always loyal to their masters.
Seons acted as advisers as well as they provided a face-to-face communication with other people through their connections with other Seons. Seons lived for a very long time. Ashe had served Sarene's family for over two centuries.Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; refs with no name must have content
Seons could be Passed to another. Usually this occurred within familiesCite error: Invalid <ref> tag; refs with no name must have content, but they could be passed to anyone.Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; refs with no name must have content
During the time of the Reod, a Seon whose master fell victim to the Shaod lost sentience, and made its way to Elantris where it proceeded to "wander" aimlessly and silently. Rarely a Reod Seon might have shown some unconscious recognition of their Elantrian master, but only through classically conditioned actions, not communication. Additionally, if closely inspected, the Aon of a Seon who had lost their master to the Shaod would appear to be patchy and incomplete.Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; refs with no name must have content
After the restoration of Elantris' magic and the completion of the Shaod, the Seons recovered their sanity and returned to their former state, though they were unable to remember the time they passed while the Shaod was incomplete.
The origin of the Seons is under investigation at the end of Elantris.
Recently Brandon Sanderson told that the Aons inside the Seons are Splinters of Devotion.Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; refs with no name must have content