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|author=[[Hoid]], [[Frost]], [[Endowment]], [[Autonomy]], and [[Harmony]]
|world=Cosmere
|books=[[The Stormlight Archive]]
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The '''letters''' are a set of correspondence between [[Hoid]] and several other prominent figures in the [[cosmere]], including [[Frost]], [[Endowment]], [[Autonomy]], and [[Harmony]]. Hoid's initial letters express his fears concerning [[Odium]]--both his former attacks against various [[Shards]] of [[Adonalsium]], his activities on [[Roshar]], and the potential for future devastation throughout the cosmere--and calls for assistance from the recipients. Subsequent letters, all addressed to Hoid, are a response to this call for aid.
In addition to giving some insight concerning the significance of the conflict on Roshar as it relates to the greater cosmere, the letters give some insight into the histories, goals, and personalities of their authors.
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== The First Letter ==
The first letter, written by Hoid to Frost,{{wob ref|8606}} argues for the danger presented by [[Rayse]], the vessel of Odium, hoping to draw Frost out of his oath of nonintervention. Hoid points out that Rayse was dangerous even before taking the Shard of Odium upon himself, and thus if [[Ati]] could be so corrupted by the Shard of [[Ruin]] then Rayse will only be made worse. Hoid cites the Shattering of [[Devotion]] and [[Dominion]] on [[Sel]] as proof of the threat Odium presents. He then dismisses concerns of his own biases and asks Frost to call off the member of the [[Seventeenth Shard]] who have been hunting for him on Roshar before making his final plea.{{epigraph ref|sa1|12}}
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Let me first assure you that the element is quite safe. I have found a good home for it. I protect its safety like I protect my own skin, you might say. You do not agree with my quest. I understand that, so much as it is possible to understand someone with whom I disagree so completely. Might I be quite frank? Before, you asked why I was so concerned. It is for the following reason:
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You have accused me of arrogance in my quest. You have accused me of perpetuating my grudge against Rayse and [[Bavadin]]. Both accusations are true. Neither point makes the things I have written to you untrue. I am being chased. Your friends of the
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I do so now.|The First Letter}}
==The Second Letter==
The second letter is a reply to the first, written by Frost to Hoid.{{wob ref|5301}} In this letter, Frost dismisses Hoids concerns, arguing that Rayse has been trapped by [[Honor]] in the [[Rosharan system]], and thus the threat he presents is sufficiently obstructed for the time being. Though his frustration with Hoid comes through in the opening lines, he names Hoid a friend and begs him to consider the danger that Hoid's own meddling may introduce.{{epigraph ref|sa2|59}}
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Now, look what you've made me say. You've always been able to bring out the most extreme in me, old friend. And I do still name you a friend, for all that you weary me. Yes,
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==Oathbringer Letters==
Three additional letters were written to Hoid (two using one of his aliases, Cephandrius), in response to messages similar to that presented in the first letter. The responses vary, though they are generally dismissive or apathetic toward Hoid's plea.
The first of these letters is written by Endowment{{wob ref|8401}}{{ref|text=By process of elimination, Endowment is the only known, living Shard who fits with the context of the letter.}} and offers a dismissal much like Frost's. It notably expresses a disdain for multiple Shards sharing a planet, referencing an oath that they made not to settle near one another. Endowment ultimately argues that Rayse's activity is none of Hoid's business, and that Odium will be dealt with if they feel the need arises.{{epigraph ref|sa3|33}}
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| Dearest Cephandrius,<br>
I received your communication, of course. I noticed its arrival immediately, just as I noticed your many intrusions into my land. You think yourself so clever, but my eyes are not those of some petty noble, to be clouded by a false nose and some dirt on the cheeks. You mustn't worry yourself about
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And so will you.<!--
-->|First ''Oathbringer'' Letter
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The second letter is written by an avatar of Autonomy and mentions [[First of the Sun]].{{wob ref|9081}}{{wob ref|8606}} As things stand, Autonomy dismisses Hoid's concern, believing Rayse to be captive, and even offers some admiration for the trapped Shard. The author refers to itself in a plural sense and suggests that Hoid may have found more favor if he had approached some other avatar. The letter is closed with a challenge by which Hoid may earn the Shard's respect.{{epigraph ref|sa3|42}}
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| Cephandrius, bearer of the [[First Gem]],<br>
-->|Second ''Oathbringer'' Letter
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The third letter is written by [[Sazed]], the vessel of [[Harmony]], evident in the writing patterns, the reference to two diametrically opposed Shards, and his relative ignorance regarding Adonalsium. While Harmony does not dispute Hoid's claims, he feels unequiped and expresses a hesitancy to offer any support before he is able to place any trust in the man, of whom he knows nothing about. He requests that Hoid visit him directly before taking any action of his own.{{epigraph ref|sa3|53}}
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|Friend,<br>
Your letter is most intriguing, even revelatory. I would have thought, before attaining my current station, that a deity could not be surprised. Obviously, that is not true. I can be surprised. I can perhaps even be naive, I think. I am the least equipped, of all, to aid you in this endeavor. I am finding that the powers I hold are in such conflict that the most simple of actions can be difficult. I am also made uncertain by your subterfuge. Why have you not made yourself known to me before this? How is it you can hide? Who are you truly, and how do you know so much about
-->|Third ''Oathbringer'' Letter
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== Notes ==
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