Cosmere Conversations

Episode 1: What is the Cosmere?

Oct 8, 2017
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INSIGHT

Cosmere Is One Connected Dwarf Galaxy

  • The Cosmere is a connected dwarf galaxy of ten primary 'shard worlds' where varied magic stems from shattered divine power.
  • Different planets host distinct but related magic systems because all derive from the same source, Investiture.
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Adonalsium Shattered Into Shards

  • Adonalsium (the power of creation) was shattered in a pivotal event, producing multiple Shards that power the Cosmere's magic.
  • Sixteen Shards were picked up by sapient beings who traveled to different worlds and shaped local magic systems.
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Investiture Is The Source Of All Magic

  • Investiture is the Cosmere's term for the magical power that flows from the Shards and forms every world's magic systems.
  • Individual shard attributes make each world's magic distinct even though they share a common origin.
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