Cosmere Conversations Episode 35: Twinborn Combinations
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Apr 16, 2019 Brooke and Tyler dive into the fascinating world of Twinborns from the Mistborn universe, discussing their unique blend of Allomancy and Feruchemy. They speculate on interesting, unseen Twinborn combinations and examine the dynamics between powerful characters like Wax and Wayne. The hosts explore how magic systems impact narrative and character connections while pondering the implications of power separation and societal developments. Listeners will enjoy their wild theories and deep dives into the intricate interplay of magic and identity.
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Twinborn Powers
- Twinborns possess both allomantic and feruchemical abilities, a powerful combination previously exclusive to the Lord Ruler.
- This combination adds complexity and flexibility to the magic system, creating new possibilities.
Waxillium Ladrian: A Crasher Example
- Waxillium Ladrian, a Crasher (iron/steel), is one of only three recorded instances in 300 years.
- Twinborns are rare, arising from the combination of Misting and Ferring lineages.
Physics of Steelpushing
- Waxillium's increased weight/mass when steelpushing doesn't align with real-world physics.
- Brandon Sanderson acknowledges this as a fictional element, prioritizing narrative over strict scientific accuracy.