Cosmere Conversations Episode 152: The Unmade
Sep 3, 2024
Brooke and Tyler dive into the eerie concept of The Unmade, unraveling their origins and connections to Roshar's lore. They explore the chilling dynamics between making, unmaking, and enlightening, while questioning the roles of characters like Renarin Kholin. Intriguing discussions about empathy and personal transformation illuminate the tension between magic and identity. The enigmatic figures of Ba'edo Mishram and Ja'anat reveal complex power dynamics and emotional ties, all while pondering the mysterious influence of the Thrill in battle.
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Splinter Sizes and Agency
- Splinters of Investiture, like spren, vary in size and agency.
- Unmade are splinters of Odium, yet some defy his will.
Unmade and Sentience
- The Unmade, as spren, are influenced by Rosharan beings.
- They are tied to Roshar, shaped by its inhabitants' thoughts.
Enlightening vs. Making
- "Unmaking" is not unique to Odium; it's enlightening with Odium's power.
- It's a horizontal shift, changing an existing entity, not creating one.