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The ten Heralds of Roshar are some of the most important figures inThe Stormlight Archive , and understanding what ’s bang about them so far is important for readingWind and Truth . The first electric discharge ofThe Stormlight Archivesees the Heralds become more large with each volume after being view much mythical figures inThe direction of Kings . ByRhythm of War’sending , multiple Heralds have participated in the True Desolation to some degree , though there are still some who are unaccounted for in theStormlight Archivebooks .
Braize is cite to as " eternal damnation " in Vorinism .
10Jezrien
Order Of Windrunners
Jezrien , the King of the Heraldsand Patron of the Order of Windrunners , is considered one of the most virgin and stately characters inThe Stormlight Archive . He was originally born on Ashyn , where he return birth to his girl and would - be Herald Shalash . He precede his people to Roshar , where he aided world in its state of war against the Fused , finally realize they could not advance without trapping the Fused on Braize .
InOathbringer’sending , during the present Clarence Shepard Day Jr. , Moash kills Jezrien using a raysium knife , kill him for good .
Jezrien and Ishar forge the plan of the Oathpact , which Honor agreed to , establishing the ten Heralds of the Almighty . Thousands of years later onThe Stormlight Archive’stimeline , Jezrien became a intoxicated beggar , become by the name Ahu . As Ahu , he interact with Dalinar Kholin , and they imbibe together on occasion , as shown inOathbringer’sflashbacks . InOathbringer’sending , during the present day , Moash kill Jezrien using a raysium tongue , killing him permanently .
Raysium is one of the " god metals " in the Cosmere , with its name pertaining to Odium ’s vas , Rayse .
9Talenel
Order Of Stonewards
Talenel ’s story is one of the most important to establish , as he ’s the most touch by torture on Braize . In the Last Desolation , Talenel was the only Herald to conk out in battle , and the other Heralds speculated that only one of the ten would have to stay in Damnation for the Oathpact to suffice . Theother nine then abandoned the Oathpact , get out Talenel to suffer torture alone for 4,500 years . The nine rest Heralds lied and stated that the cycle of desolation had cease .
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Talenel return to Roshar in the epilog ofThe manner of Kings , arriving in Kholinar . After all of what he stand , Talenel never let out , though his mind was essentially ruined by thou of age of being tortured . The only consequence readers see the tangible Talenel is during the Battle of Thaylen Field , when Dalinar swore the Third Ideal , causing Talenel ’s mind to momently awaken , allowing him a conversation with Shalash . Rather than convey anger for being abandoned , he was beguiled at what his ritual killing had allowed humanity to accomplish on Roshar .
8Chanarach
Order Of Dustbringers
Often nickname Chana , Chanarach is the Herald patron of the Dustbringers , and her life is one of the most mysterious throughoutThe Stormlight Archive . She participated in the original Oathpact and then later empty it during the Last Desolation , thoughher whereabouts are relatively unknown throughRhythm of War . Prior toWind and Truth ’s release , Brandon Sanderson submit that Chanarach had seem " onscreen " at least once in the first two record book , meaning she ’s diddle a theatrical role in the series so far .
7Shalash
Order Of Lightweavers
Shalash , dub Ash , is the frequenter of the Order of Lightweavers and is commonly consider the Herald of Beauty . As the daughter of Jezrien , she was included in the Oathpact and participated in the nakedness along with the other nine . During the full point prior to the True Desolation , Shalash expend much of her time tearing down artwork of herself , believing herself unworthy of humanity ’s deificationdue to her role in abandoning Talenel . She continued to do so until she learned of his return in the interludes ofOathbringer .
Shalash appeared during the Battle of Thaylen Field , feature a conversation with Talenel during his abbreviated present moment of cogency when Dalinar swore his Third Ideal . Afterward , Shalash and Talenel were taken to Urithiru and after the Emul warfront by Jasnah Kholin , who would question them ( mostly Shalash ) for information regarding the Radiant Orders and their power . Shalash is planned to be the principal flashback quality in the aforethought eight ledger ofThe Stormlight Archive .
6Nale
Order Of Skybreakers
Nale is one of the most absorbing Heralds and one whose taradiddle is apt toWind and Truth . He originally came from the major planet Ashyn and had some difference of opinion with Jezrien . At some full stop , Jezrien admitted to being in the wrong and ask round Nale to participate in the Oathpact . Nale accepted and later became the supporter of the Skybreakers . Unlike the other harbinger , Nale actually conjoin his Radiant Order and stay with them at the end ofRhythm of War .
During the True Desolation , he commanded his Skybreakers to fight on the side of the singers , believing their cause to be good as they were the first inhabitants of Roshar .
to prevent the chances of another after the Last Desolation , Nale began kill any Surgebinders who crop up on Roshar , thoughhe maintained his Order of Skybreakers , who uphold to manoeuvre in secret the entire metre . During the True Desolation , he commanded his Skybreakers to crusade on the side of the singers , believe their cause to be veracious as they were the first inhabitants of Roshar .
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5Ishar
Order Of Bondsmiths
Ishar is a Herald who ’s featured prominently throughoutThe Stormlight Archive , as he ’s the frequenter of the Order of Bondsmiths , making him immensely worthful to Dalinar . Surges were the force of baron that led to Ashyn ’s destruction , and Ishar was the first Herald to deal handle them on Roshar , later becoming invaluable in the creation of the Knights Radiant . However , following the Last Desolation , it was on Ishar ’s didactics that Nale began track down and killing those who showed the ability to Surge .
The Stormlight Archive book 5 , Wind and Truth , has ply some major reveals about the events on Roshar and the larger Cosmere universe .
Under the name Tezim , Ishar became the leader and god - priest of Tukar , later defy to join Dalinar ’s coalition and to defend Roshar against Odium . Instead , he postulate that Dalinar give him ownership of Urithiru and leading of the new Knights Radiant . Dalinar stress to approach Ishar at the destruction ofRhythm of Warto learn more about his Bondsmith abilities , but Ishar accused him of being Odium ’s champion and assail him . Only after the encounter was Dalinar able to discover Ishar ’s genuine voice , tell that his mind had been warped and asking Dalinar to meet him in Shinovar .
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4Battar
Order Of Elsecallers
Battar is the frequenter Herald of the Elsecallers , and she took part in the Oathpact and Desolations along with the nine others . Though Battar ’s role is n’t entirely revealed inThe Stormlight Archivebooks 1 - 4 , she ’s all but support to be Dova , an ardent in Kharbranth who assisted Taravangian with the Diagram . She warn Taravangian that the True Desolation was coming and was demand in help him prior to him becoming the vessel for Odium inRhythm of War’sending .
3Vedel
Order Of Edgedancers
Vedel is one of the Heralds of the Almighty and the patron of the decree of Edgedancers . Pertaining to the Edgedancers , who prize the ordinary citizenry of the domain above all else , believing it their responsibility to improve the lives of common folk , Vedel has been known to train human race as surgeons in preparation for wartime . Shehasn’t had an opportunity to seem during the present - daylight event ofThe Stormlight Archive , though she ’ll in all likelihood be more rife in the 2d electric arc , which is said to be more focussed on the Heralds .
2Kalak
Order Of Willshapers
Kalak is another Herald who ’s sport inRhythm of War’sstory , though he was known during the desolations as the patron for the Order of Willshapers . Despite not being the drawing card , Kalak was regarded among the Heralds for his rationality and finality , earning him the regard of his peers . At some spot before the True Desolation , Kalak , under the name Restares , became the leader of an organisation called the Sons of Honor , which involved Amaram . He was also present when Kaladin killed Helaran Davar and enjoin Amaram to take the Shards for himself , ensue in Kaladin ’s thrall .
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InRhythm of War , Shallan and Adolin meet Kalak in Lasting Integrity in Shadesmar . There , he became the high-pitched Judge among the honorspren of the city . He resided over Adolin ’s trial , which Adolin ultimately won despite Kalak ’s absence on the final day . Shallan , on behalf of the Ghostbloods , link up the trip to Shadesmar with the intention of assassinate Kalak , though she finally decided not to and finally broke off her ties to the Ghostbloods . He revealed to Adolin and Shallan that , prior to the Recreance , spren did n’t become deadeye .
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1Pralla
Order Of Truthwatchers
Known as Pailiah in Vorinism , Pralla is the Patron of the Order of Truthwatchers . She ’s another eccentric who’sessentially been absent throughoutThe Stormlight Archivebooks so far , though there ’s been some speculation of her involvement with the ardents in Kharbranth . She was believed to have been a scholar before becoming a Herald , and she was able of using her powers to turn plants and for healing . Again , it ’s possible Pralla will have more of a purpose later inThe Stormlight Archive .
The Stormlight Archive is an epic phantasy series by Brandon Sanderson , set on the storm - ravaged world of Roshar . The serial publication follows multiple characters , each with their unequalled storyline , as they sail political intrigue , ancient prophecies , and brawny magic . cardinal to the story are the Knights Radiant , legendary warriors with witching ability who must render to save their world from impending death . The series explores root of honor , leaders , and the burden of ability .
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The Stormlight Archive is an epic fantasy series by Brandon Sanderson, set on the storm-ravaged world of Roshar. The series follows multiple characters, each with their unique storylines, as they navigate political intrigue, ancient prophecies, and powerful magic. Central to the story are the Knights Radiant, legendary warriors with magical abilities who must return to save their world from impending destruction. The series explores themes of honor, leadership, and the burden of power.
