Rayse

Minor
First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 22

Rayse is a minor character in The Stormlight Archive (Book 1).

Gender: male
First appears: Book 1 · Ch. 22
Books: 2

Rayse is the original Vessel of Odium, one of the Shards of Adonalsium, first glimpsed in The Way of Kings through a letter describing him as among the most loathsome, crafty, and dangerous beings in existence and as the destroyer who Splintered the Shards Aona and Skai. Across the series he looms as the hidden hand behind Odium's war on Roshar. By Rhythm of War his reign ends in death, and his Shard passes to Taravangian, who inherits Rayse's knowledge and schemes while fearing that the power may come to rule him in turn.

Description

The text gives no concrete visual description of Rayse: age, height, build, complexion, hair, eyes, and facial features are unknown. His clothing and any distinguishing marks or accessories are likewise unspecified. If portrayed, his reputation for craftiness and danger may inform his expression or bearing, but should not be used to invent physical characteristics. Shard of Adonalsium

Connections

Family & partnersFriends & mentorsRivals

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Taravangiansuccessor
After Rayse's death in Rhythm of War, Taravangian takes up the Shard of Odium. He inherits Rayse's knowledge and long-laid plans while recognizing that the power that shaped Rayse may also come to dominate him.

Story so far

BOOK 1The Way of Kings
- Named in a letter as one of the most loathsome, crafty, and dangerous individuals in existence
- Revealed as the one who Splintered the Shards Aona and Skai
- Established as a formidable force in cosmic history, with his origins and fate left unexplained
BOOK 4Rhythm of War
- Identified as a Shard of Adonalsium, the holder of Odium
- Killed, leaving the power of Odium without its original Vessel
- Succeeded by Taravangian, who takes up Odium's power and inherits Rayse's knowledge and plans