Shardcast: The Brandon Sanderson Podcast The True History of Roshar (Part 1)
Feb 2, 2025
Discover the fascinating history of Roshar, from Honor's arrival 10,000 years ago to the chaos following the Destruction of Ashyn. The hosts humorously dissect its intricate geography and magic systems, shedding light on the divine influences that shape the world. Explore character dynamics, the tension between Odium and Honor, and the implications of mortality among celestial beings. The conversation dives deep into Roshar's cultural fabric, technological evolution, and survival theories, wrapping up with an exciting interactive guessing game to engage listeners.
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Why Odium Built An Empire On Ashen
- Odium deliberately built an empire on Ashen (Alashwa) to cultivate warriors and exploit surge-like powers.
- Roshar's fundamental forces made it attractive as a staging ground for Odium's schemes and recovery.
Hoid’s Possible Role On Ashen
- Hoid appears at Ashen during Odium's rise and may have advised or influenced events there.
- The hosts speculate Hoid's presence helped humans notice shards and pursue surge-like powers.
The Ashen Exodus And Who Came To Roshar
- The Ashen destruction and Exodus (~7,100 years ago) forced a mixed group onto Roshar, including Makabaki and other nations.
- Survivors brought partial technologies and cultural mixes that shaped early Rosharan societies.