Cosmere Conversations Episode 69: The Nature of Light
Dec 22, 2020
Brooke and Tyler dive deep into the mysteries of light and sound in Roshar, revealing crucial connections from recent reveals. They discuss the true identity of Cheery Cheery and significant character relationships. The concept of anti-light uncovers intriguing implications rooted in music and mathematics. The interplay between sound and light is explored in enhancing growth, while the philosophical aspects of these elements are tied to character development. With historical dynamics and cultural evolution at play, the conversation promises revelations for any Cosmere fan.
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Three Fundamental Lights Of Roshar
- Rhythm of War reveals three capital-L lights on Roshar: Stormlight, Lifelight, and Voidlight.
- Each light links to a Shard and carries unique properties, tones, and rhythms that shape magic on the planet.
Prisms Expose Light Spectra
- Navani uses prisms to split invested light into distinct spectral bands revealing Stormlight, Lifelight, and Voidlight differences.
- Hybrid invested lights (like Towerlight) separate into their component spectra and resist simple recombination.
Tones And Rhythm Drive Investiture
- Each shard on Roshar has a pure tone and rhythm that can be perceived and used.
- Singers can recharge Voidlight through appropriate songs, linking sound directly to investiture.