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| + | |We search for answers in the past, reconstructing what truly happened. |
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| − | Veristitalians wish to create unbiased, factual accounts of the past in order to understand the present and be prepared for the future.{{book ref|sa1|33}} In their opinion most historians don't write about the events but try to show the most adulating picture of themselves and their motives.{{book ref|sa1|45}} |
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| + | Veristitalians believe that most historians do not seek truth, instead attempting to present the most adulating picture of themselves and their own motives.{{book ref|sa1|45}} Conversely, Veristitalians seek to create unbiased, factual accounts of the past in order to understand the present and be prepared for the future.{{book ref|sa1|33}} The members choose research projects that they feel are misrepresented or misunderstood to study, and try to "reconstruct" the historical events to find the truth.{{book ref|sa1|45}} Their research methods would be considered unconventional by traditional historians, as Veristitalians believe that folk tales and superstitions can preserve bits and pieces of history.{{book ref|sa1|33}} |
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| + | [[Jasnah Kholin]], a prominent Veristitalian, was performing research at the [[Palanaeum]] when she first met [[Shallan Davar]] in [[Kharbranth]].{{book ref|sa1|33}} The order itself was not a secret, and she talked about it freely with [[Dalinar]], [[Renarin]], and others.{{book ref|sa1|28}}{{book ref|sa1|52}} |
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| + | Jasnah stayed in contact with other Veristitalians via [[spanreed]]. They kept each other apprised of current events around Roshar, including the fallout from the [[Everstorm]]. They took particular interest in tracking the activities of notable individuals such as [[Herald]]s, [[Radiant]]s, and [[Siah Aimian]]s.{{book ref|sa3|53}} Sharing information helped them formulate theories about supernatural events past and present.{{book ref|sa4|99}} |
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| + | ==Members== |
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| + | Jasnah, [[Ethid]], and [[Jochi]] are Veristitalians, and all three of them studied under an unnamed master. Jasnah believes that her colleagues are among the finest minds on Roshar.{{book ref|sa3|53}} She refers to the members of the group as her "sisters",{{book ref|sa1|45}} although at least one member (Jochi) is actually a man who uses a female pen name.{{book ref|sa3|53}} The total number of members is unknown. |
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| + | ==Trivia== |
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| + | *Rosharans would not use the term "Veristitalian", instead using a term that comes from an ancient in-world language. It is translated into an invented English word to maintain the right feel for the reader, in this case drawing on the Latin root meaning "truth".{{wob ref|12348}}{{wob ref|11829}} |
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| + | *The notion of using history to affect present and future events comes from [[Brandon]]'s own personality.{{wob ref|12348}} |
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Latest revision as of 16:14, 15 July 2022
| Veristitalian | |
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| Type | Scholars |
| World of Origin | Roshar |
| Universe | Cosmere |
“We search for answers in the past, reconstructing what truly happened. ”
The Veristitalians are an order of scholars on Roshar.
Mission[edit]
Veristitalians believe that most historians do not seek truth, instead attempting to present the most adulating picture of themselves and their own motives.[1] Conversely, Veristitalians seek to create unbiased, factual accounts of the past in order to understand the present and be prepared for the future.[2] The members choose research projects that they feel are misrepresented or misunderstood to study, and try to "reconstruct" the historical events to find the truth.[1] Their research methods would be considered unconventional by traditional historians, as Veristitalians believe that folk tales and superstitions can preserve bits and pieces of history.[2]
History[edit]
Jasnah Kholin, a prominent Veristitalian, was performing research at the Palanaeum when she first met Shallan Davar in Kharbranth.[2] The order itself was not a secret, and she talked about it freely with Dalinar, Renarin, and others.[3][4]
Jasnah stayed in contact with other Veristitalians via spanreed. They kept each other apprised of current events around Roshar, including the fallout from the Everstorm. They took particular interest in tracking the activities of notable individuals such as Heralds, Radiants, and Siah Aimians.[5] Sharing information helped them formulate theories about supernatural events past and present.[6]
Members[edit]
Jasnah, Ethid, and Jochi are Veristitalians, and all three of them studied under an unnamed master. Jasnah believes that her colleagues are among the finest minds on Roshar.[5] She refers to the members of the group as her "sisters",[1] although at least one member (Jochi) is actually a man who uses a female pen name.[5] The total number of members is unknown.
Trivia[edit]
- Rosharans would not use the term "Veristitalian", instead using a term that comes from an ancient in-world language. It is translated into an invented English word to maintain the right feel for the reader, in this case drawing on the Latin root meaning "truth".[7][8]
- The notion of using history to affect present and future events comes from Brandon's own personality.[7]
Notes[edit]
- ↑ a b c d The Way of Kings chapter 45#
- ↑ a b c The Way of Kings chapter 33#
- ↑ The Way of Kings chapter 28#
- ↑ The Way of Kings chapter 52#
- ↑ a b c Oathbringer chapter 53#
- ↑ Rhythm of War chapter 99#
- ↑ a b Skyward San Diego signing
— Arcanum - 2018-11-07# - ↑ Skyward Seattle signing
— Arcanum - 2018-11-10#