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'''Kharbranth''', the City of Bells, is an independent city-state on [[Roshar]], ruled by
== Geography ==
Kharbranth is located on the western coast of the [[Frostlands]], within a natural harbor that opens onto the [[Tarat Sea]].{{map ref|Roshar}} One of the most sheltered cities on Roshar, Kharbranth is naturally protected on both its eastern and western fronts.{{book ref|sa3|58}}{{book ref|sa1|3}} An honorspren stronghold, [[Unyielding Fidelity]], is situated close to Kharbranth within the [[Cognitive Realm]].{{book ref|sa1|3}}{{book ref|sa3|108}}
Residing within a natural wedge shaped lait that opens onto the sea, Kharbranth is built on unbroken stone and extends down the side of and into the surrounding mountain.{{book ref|sa1|3}} It is believed by some in the [[ardentia]] that Kharbranth was built upon a cymatic pattern, however, it is currently unknown as to whether this claim is true.{{book ref|sa1|45}} While the city itself is well protected from the [[highstorm]], the mountain shielding it from the east bears the full force of the storm, leading to occasional cave-ins within the [[Conclave]] and rockslides on the stormside of the mountain.{{book ref|sa1|5}}{{book ref|sa1|3}} Kharbranth is protected from the Everstorm due to the city's slight southerly orientation.{{book ref|sa3|58}}▼
▲Residing within a natural wedge shaped lait that opens onto the sea, Kharbranth is built on unbroken stone and extends down the side of and into the surrounding mountain.{{book ref|sa1|3}} It is believed by some in the [[ardentia]] that Kharbranth was built upon a cymatic pattern, however, it is currently unknown as to whether this claim is true.{{book ref|sa1|45}} While the city itself is well protected from the [[highstorm]], the mountain shielding it from the east bears the full force of the storm, leading to occasional cave-ins within the [[Conclave]] and rockslides on the stormside of the mountain.{{book ref|sa1|5}}{{book ref|sa1|3}} Kharbranth is protected from the Everstorm due to the city's slight southerly orientation.{{book ref|sa3|58}}
▲{{image|View_of_Kharbranth.jpg|width=450px|side=left|The City of Bells}}
Bells can be found in large numbers throughout the city, supposedly to warn of the passing highstorm, which as story tells it, is too gentle to notice otherwise.{{book ref|sa1|3}}{{book ref|sa1|7}} The ringing of these bells can be heard even deep within the Conclave.{{book ref|sa1|7}} The regularity and presence of these bells has earned Kharbranth the nickname of the 'City of Bells'.{{book ref|sa1|3}} Clock bells are rung on the hour, through the day.{{book ref|sa1|3}}
Famous for its crowds, the streets of Kharbranth are often packed during both the day and at night.{{book ref|Sa1|36}}{{book ref|Sa1|71}} The Ralinsa, the main thoroughfare made up of a series of switchbacks, connects the port and docks with the Conclave at the top of the mountain.{{book ref|sa1|3}}{{book ref|Sa1|36}} The steepness of the pathways makes it difficult to use [[chull]] pulled carts to transport goods, and instead merchants will hire workers to carry their products.{{book ref|sa1|71}} Rickshaws and palanquins are available to hire for transport throughout the city.{{book ref|sa1|3}}{{book ref|sa3|21}}
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The [[Conclave]] can be located at the top of the city and is built down into the surrounding mountain.{{book ref|sa1|3}} The Conclave serves as both an official building and a residential abode, with a section of the building serving as the kings palace, and another as a residential wing for guests.{{book ref|sa1|71}}{{book ref|sa1|7}}{{book ref|sa1|3}} The Palanaeum can be located within the Conclave.{{book ref|sa1|7}}
Deep within the Conclave there were once secret hospitals that were run by Taravangian and the Diagram.{{book ref|sa1|71}} Terminally ill patients, as well as the extremely poor, were taken to these hospital to be killed, in the hopes that they will deliver a [[Death Rattle]] as they die, which could be used to extrapolate the Diagram.{{book ref|sa1|71}} These hospitals were shut down shortly before the betrayal of Taravangian in 1175, in order for the city to avoid facing retribution for its leaders actions.{{book ref|sa4|i|3}}
=== The Palanaeum ===
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The [[Palanaeum]] is the largest known library on Roshar and contains over seven hundred thousand texts.{{book ref|sa1|7}} Entrance to the Palanaeum is expensive, with the funds collected being used to finance Kharbranth's hospitals.{{book ref|sa1|7}} The Palanaeum also doubles as Kharbranth's royal treasury and houses the city's store of emeralds.{{book ref|sa1|33}} The scholars of the Palanaeum are involved in the translation of the
=== Kharbranthian Hospitals ===
{{quote
|You’ll need to have Mother read to you about some of these newer medications—they’re discovering some remarkable things at the hospitals in Kharbranth.
|Kaladin telling Lirin about the advances in Kharbranth's medicine{{book ref|sa4|18}}
}}
Kharbranth's medical practices are well known throughout eastern Roshar, and at least parts of western Roshar, with the city's colors and banner being synonymous with surgeons and the idea of healing.{{book ref|sa2|i14}}{{book ref|sa1|71}} This reputation is well earned, with Kharbranthian surgeons providing unprompted aid following the [[Battle of Vedenar]] ({{Rosharan date|1173}}) as well as both before and after the [[Battle of Thaylen Field]] ({{Rosharan date|1174}}).{{book ref|Sa2|i14}}{{book ref|sa3|121}}{{book ref|sa3|59}}
Kharbranth is famous for both the number and quality of its hospitals, with medical care being available for both physical and psychological illnesses.{{book ref|sa1|16}}{{book ref|sa1|52}}
Funding for these hospitals is provided by the entrance fee to the Palanaeum.{{book ref|sa1|48}} Any who require assistance will be treated, regardless of eye color, social ranking, or nationality.{{book ref|sa1|48}} During his time as king, Taravangian is a frequent visitor to the hospitals and is warmly welcomed by patients during their stay. During his visits, he will stop and speak with each patient individually, checking in on their care and wellbeing.{{book ref|sa1|48}}
Private patient rooms, along with larger wards, can be found in some, if not all, of Kharbranth's hospitals.{{book ref|sa1|48}}{{book ref|sa1|50}} The wards are segregated by gender and resemble large hallways.{{book ref|sa1|48}} Partitions can be set up around each bed to provide privacy for each patient.{{book ref|sa1|48}} The hospital that Shallan is initially admitted to after faking suicide, is run by an ardent named [[Mungam]].{{book ref|sa1|48}}
=== School of Storms ===
Little is known about the function of the [[School of Storms]]
== History ==
Kharbranth was formerly a pirate town in its early years, before becoming a real city over the course of decades.{{wob ref|7125}} It is rumored to be older than the [[Last Desolation]], with at least one source claiming that it was built during the [[shadowdays]].{{book ref|sa1|3}} During the time of the [[Silver Kingdoms]], the area in which Kharbranth is situated would have been considered part of Thalath.{{map ref|Silver Kingdoms}} Kharbranth has been a [[Vorin]] nation since at least the [[Hierocracy]], and maintained a strong alliance with many of the other Vorin nations following the [[War of Loss]].{{book ref|Sa1|8}}
The two chambers that make up the [[Palanaeum]] predate the founding of the city,{{book ref|sa1|7}} with the rooms that house the Palanaeum's collection of manuscripts, books, and tomes having been added after people settled in the region.{{book ref|sa1|45}} How the caverns were created is unknown, however, some believe that it was the work of the [[
=== Tales of Surgeons ===
Lirin desired to send his son [[Kaladin]] to Kharbranth to train as a surgeon when he turned sixteen.{{book ref|sa1|10}}{{book ref|sa1|17}} Lirin and his wife [[Hesina]] stole a large number of spheres, claiming to have been given them by Brightlord [[Wistiow]] on his deathbed, in order to fund Kaladin's study in Kharbranth. After the arrival of [[Roshone]] in [[Hearthstone]], Lirin and Hesina wrote to the surgeons in Kharbranth with a plea to let their son take the entry tests early, however, their request was denied.{{book ref|sa1|31}} Lirin considered escaping Hearthstone and taking his family to Kharbranth after Roshone cut off all their means of income, however, decided instead to stay and continue to oppose the Brightlord.{{book ref|sa1|37}}
After receiving news that the Bridge Four members who had been left in Kholinar might still be alive, Kaladin flew towards Alethkar, stopping to stay the night in Kharbranth. Before moving on from the city, he requisitioned a number of infused gemstones from the Kharbranthian royal treasury to aid him on his travels.{{book ref|Sa3|122}}▼
=== The Diagram and the Death Rattles ===▼
In 1175, Lirin closely followed the news coming out of Kharbranth in relation to the [[Purelake]] plague, which was eventually deemed not deadly.{{book ref|sa4|23}}
▲=== The Diagram and the Death Rattles ===
{{quote
|Someone must bear the responsibility. Someone must be dragged down by it, ruined by it. Someone must stain their soul so others may live.
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On the night of his death, [[Gavilar Kholin]] confided in [[Taravangian]] about the visions he had received regarding the [[True Desolation]].{{book ref|sa2|i|14}} Believing the visions had come from the [[Almighty]], Gavilar insisted to Taravangian that for the world to survive the True Desolation, it would have to be united.{{book ref|sa2|i|14}} Taking the
▲On the night of his death, [[Gavilar Kholin]] confided in [[Taravangian]] about the visions he had received regarding the [[True Desolation]].{{book ref|sa2|i|14}} Believing the visions had come from the [[Almighty]], Gavilar insisted to Taravangian that for the world to survive the True Desolation, it would have to be united.{{book ref|sa2|i|14}} Taking the kings warning to heart, Taravangian travelled to The [[Valley]] to visit the [[Nightwatcher]] and beg her for the ability to save Roshar.{{book ref|sa2|i|14}}{{wob ref|2892}} The Nightwatcher bestowed Kharbranth's king with a boon and a curse; the boon being extreme intelligence and compassion. The curse, constant fluctuation of these traits and the inability to have both at the same time.{{book ref|sa3|122}}
{{sidequote
▲At some point following his visit to the Nightwatcher, Taravangian experienced a day of extreme intelligence, where he transcribed a large number of predictions on the available surfaces in his bedroom. These writings were bound together into a tome referred to as the [[Diagram (literature)|Diagram]]. A [[Diagram (group)|society by the same name]] worships the Diagram, however, it is currently unknown if this society existed before the creation of the Diagram, or whether it was formed in response to Taravangian's creation.{{book ref|sa2|i|14}}
|While I promised to do whatever was necessary to save our people, I will not go one step further. Not a single death more than needed.
|Taravangian's decision to dismantal the [[Diagram (group)|Diagram]]{{book ref|sa4|i|3}}
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Following its creation, the Diagram began supplementing Taravangian's predictions with the [[Death Rattle]]s provided by the [[Unmade]] [[Moelach]]. Moelach took up residence in Kharbranth in the year {{Rosharan date|1167}}, approximately around the time Gavilar began investigating the [[Shattered Plains]]. It is possible that the Unmade's arrival in Kharbranth could
The [[Diagram (group)#Silent_Gatherers|Silent Gatherers]] were tasked with administrating and running the
=== Scholar and Apprentice ===
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During the year {{Rosharan date|1173}}, [[Jasnah Kholin]] travelled to Kharbranth to access to the [[Conclave]] and the [[Palanaeum]], in order to continue her research into the Voidbringers and Urithiru. [[Shallan Davar]], who had been attempting to contact the Alethi princess for six months, arrived in Kharbranth part way through the year, relieved to find that she had finally caught up to Jasnah.{{book ref|sa1|3}} Locating the woman in the Conclave, Shallan petitioned Jasnah to become her ward and, eventually, was accepted.{{book ref|sa1|5}}{{book ref|Sa1|8}} Despite Shallan's enjoyment of scholarship, her primary purpose for seeking out Jasnah, was to switch the broken Davar Soulcaster, with Jasnah's functional one.{{book ref|sa1|5}}{{book ref|Sa1|8}}
|Am I a monster or am I a hero? Did I just slaughter four men, or did I stop four murderers from walking the streets? Does one deserve to have evil done to her by consequence of putting herself where evil can reach her? Did I have a right to defend myself? Or was I just looking for an excuse to end lives?
|[[Jasnah]] asking [[Shallan]] to consider the morality behind killing the footpads.{{book ref|sa1|36}}
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As the months passed, Shallan began to grow more and more aware of [[Pattern]] and the other Cryptics who watched her from the [[Cognitive Realm]]. Several times, Shallan unconsciously included them in portraits she created, first while sketching
In the hospital, Shallan was visited by Jasnah, who had been studying outside the hospital room. While Jasnah was with Shallan, the pair were joined by Kabsal, whom Shallan had struck up a friendship with during her time in the city. In an attempt to kill Jasnah, Kabsal offered both women poisoned bread, knowing that Jasnah would not eat the jam that contained the antidote. Jasnah, suspecting that Kabsal was trying to assassinate her, Soulcast the jam when she inspected the jar, believing that it was the item that contained the poison. Unfortunately, she removed the antidote, leading to the poisoning of Shallan and Kabsal. Jasnah saved Shallan's life by Soulcasting her blood to remove the poison, learning at the same time that Shallan had stolen her Soulcaster.{{book ref|sa1|48}}
Jasnah eventually forgave Shallan for the theft and agreed to take her back on as her ward.{{book ref|sa1|70}} Deciding that she had found all the information she could within the Palanaeum, Jasnah, along with Shallan, departed Kharbranth for the Shattered Plains in {{Rosharan date|1173}} upon the ship, ''[[Wind's Pleasure]]''.{{book ref|sa2|1}}
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During {{Rosharan date|1173}}, Taravangian acquired [[Szeth]]'s oathstone and tasked him with murdering a large number of high ranking officials in several foreign nations.{{book ref|sa1|i|6}} These murders, dictated by the Diagram, aimed to cause chaos in several foreign
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By using Szeth to causing mayhem and destruction across Roshar, Taravangian was able to further the goals of the Diagram and created a situation where he could take control of the [[Veden]] empire without creating suspicion. Towards the end of the [[Jah Keved#War of Succession|War of Succession]] ({{Rosharan date|1173}}), Taravangian sent food, medical supplies, and healers to the country to help the wounded on all sides of the fighting. In doing so, he secured a new ally for Kharbranth with whichever side was victorious. In the case that the country fell to ruin, Taravangian, through a distance connection to Veden royalty, could engineer a situation that would end with the king of Kharbranth on the Veden throne.
Taravangian entered both Jah Keved and Kharbranth into an alliance with [[Alethkar]] in {{Rosharan date|1174}}, after Dalinar Kholin contacted the leaders of Roshar's nations seeking aid in the fight against the [[Voidbringers]].{{book ref|sa3|12}} Taravangian was the only leader to initially respond to Dalinar's request.{{book ref|sa3|12}} The council of Kharbranth were suspicious of Dalinar's
{{sidequote
In an attempt to gain favor with Odium, Taravangian interfered with the redeployment of troops from Urithiru to Thaylenah during the Battle of Thaylen City by having a member of the Diagram, Malata, unlock the Kholinar Oathgate in secret, allowing Odium's forces to invade the ancient city.{{book ref|sa3|122}}{{book ref|sa3|120}}
{{sidequote
|...I knew my friends and family could escape if I let you take me. I knew that your wrath would come upon me, not Kharbranth... If you were to attack Kharbranth, you would attack innocents.
▲After receiving news that the Bridge Four members who had been left in Kholinar might still be alive, Kaladin flew towards Alethkar, stopping to stay the night in Kharbranth. Before moving on from the city, he requisitioned a number of infused gemstones from the Kharbranthian royal treasury to aid him on his travels.{{book ref|Sa3|122}}
|Taravangian explaining his actions to Dalinar{{book ref|sa4|66}}
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Following the battle, Taravangian revealed to Dalinar that Kharbranth had been behind Szeth's murderous spree across Roshar.{{book ref|sa3|121}} He told Dalinar that he had sought out Szeth after Dova had approached Taravangian and warned him that the Desolation was approaching.{{book ref|sa3|121}} He also told Dalinar that about the ardent Dova and how he believed
Despite strained relations, Kharbranth remained an ally of the Urithiru coalition,{{book ref|sa4|16}} however, frequently opposed the suggested military maneuvers that were suggested by the other members of the group.{{book ref|sa4|19}} During this time, Taravangian’s inner circle began to distance themselves from their leader and spend more time in Kharbranth, at Taravangian’s bequest. This allowed for the other members of the Kharbranian delegation to avoid suspicion when Taravangian betrayed the coalition and revealed himself as a double agent for Odium.{{book ref|sa4|i|3}}
Following her father’s betrayal, the newly anointed Queen Savrahalidem condemned the former monarch’s actions and pulled the city from the alliance with Urithiru and Odium, declaring itself neutral in the global conflict. No longer tied to any party, Kharbranth reclaimed its mantle of offering medical aid to anyone in need. In response to the cut ties, Dalinar blockaded the sea near Kharbranth, however, was unwilling to commit to a costly ground attack, which Queen Savra had likely factored in to her decision when breakinh their alliance.{{book ref|sa4|50}}
== Culture ==
Kharbranth is a multicultural city that does not limit or restrict entrance to the city or its surrounding waters based on nationality or status.{{book ref|sa1|3}} As such, people from all walks of life and the many nations of Roshar can be found throughout the city.{{book ref|sa1|3}}
{{image|Shallan_in_Kharbranth.jpg|Shallan being ported around Kharbranth|side=right|height=350px}}
Restaurants can be found in Kharbranth.{{book ref|sa2|24}} Soup is the preferred lunch option.{{book ref|sa1|29}}
===
{{for|Vorin#Caste System|Vorin Social Structures}}
Kharbranth is one of the five [[Vorin]] nations.{{book ref|sa1|8}} The [[ardentia]] in Kharbranth holds a degree of influence within the city and remains in contact with the other Vorin leaders in the eastern Rosharan nations.{{book ref|sa1|5}}{{book ref|sa3|50}} Ardents, along side their religious duties, manage and staff the [[Palanaeum]].{{book ref|sa1|45}}{{book ref|sa1|33}} Not all Devotaries can be found in Kharbranth, with the city currently containing no ardents from the Devotary of Sincerity.{{book ref|sa1|48}} The Kharbranthian ardentia do not own any [[Soulcaster]]s{{book ref|sa1|42}} and Taravangian keeps careful track, and is familiar, with his ardents.{{book ref|sa1|42}}▼
Like other Vorin nations, Kharbranth's social structure is based in eye coloring, with lighteyes considered the upper class, while darkeyes the lower, or working class. Each class is further split into a ten rank system; [[dahn]] for lighteyes and [[nahn]] for darkeyes. Each rank reflects different amounts of power and influence within the Vorin system, with those of the first or second rank holding more privilege than those of lesser ranks. The Kharbranth
=== Religion ===
▲Like other Vorin nations, Kharbranth's social structure is based in eye coloring, with lighteyes considered the upper class, while darkeyes the lower, or working class. Each class is further split into a ten rank system; [[dahn]] for lighteyes and [[nahn]] for darkeyes. Each rank reflects different amounts of power and influence within the Vorin system, with those of the first or second rank holding more privilege than those of lesser ranks. The Kharbranth king would be considered of equal status to that of first dahn, however, traditionally does not claim this rank.{{wob ref|4006}} Unlike other Vorin nations such as [[Alethkar]], Kharbranth does not allow for human slaves.{{book ref|sa1|63}} The city does, however, still utilise parshmen for free labor.{{book ref|sa1|3}}
▲Kharbranth is one of the five [[Vorin]] nations.{{book ref|sa1|8}} The [[ardentia]] in Kharbranth holds a degree of influence within the city and remains in contact with the other Vorin leaders in the eastern Rosharan nations.{{book ref|sa1|5}}{{book ref|sa3|50}} Ardents, along side their religious duties, manage and staff the [[Palanaeum]].{{book ref|sa1|45}}{{book ref|sa1|33}} Not all Devotaries can be found in Kharbranth, with the city currently containing no ardents from the Devotary of Sincerity.{{book ref|sa1|48}} The Kharbranthian ardentia do not own any [[Soulcaster]]s{{book ref|sa1|42}} and
=== Language ===
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Like most of [[Roshar]], Kharbranth uses [[spheres]], glass beads with an
== Politics ==
The smallest of the five [[Vorin]] nations, Kharbranth is a fragile, but independent, city-state governed by
=== Government ===
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The
Kharbranth, while generally considered a safe city,{{book ref|sa1|3}} has previously had issues surrounding violent crime, which have not been adequately policed.{{book ref|sa1|36}} It is suspected by some that the city watch has deliberately avoided taking action against violent criminals
Taravangian is a popular king, beloved by the common darkeyed citizen of Kharbranth for the time and effort he invests in the city's hospitals.{{book ref|sa1|29}} Doing so, however, allows greater political freedom which the elite gladly capitalise on.{{book ref|sa1|48}} Despite this, those in the royal court are known to complain about the amount of time Taravangian spends at the hospitals in the city, believing he places too much priority on the institutions.{{book ref|sa1|48}} In general, lighteyed residents of Kharbranth find the king to be dull and his political capabilities to be lacking.{{book ref|sa1|29}} ▼
In the past, members of the Kharbranthian government worked for the [[Diagram {group|Diagram]], however, anyone with connections to the group was removed from office on Taravangian’s orders shortly before he was deposed.{{book ref|sa4|66}}
==== King Taravangian ====
{{sidequote
|He may not offer binding commentary on the Diagram, but he may interact outside of supervision. He may change government policy so long as there is a three-day delay before the changes take effect, and he may also freely pass judgment in trials.
}}
▲Taravangian
Although the king of Kharbranth would be considered equal to first [[dahn]] under the Vorin class system, they do not traditionally claim the rank, due to Kharbranth's city-state status.{{wob ref|4006}} King Taravangian is known to show deference to foreign nationals, which likely furthers the upper class' poor opinion of his political competency.{{book ref|sa1|5}} Additionally, by welcoming [[Jasnah Kholin]] to Kharbranth and allowing her access to the [[Palanaeum]], Taravangian may have strained relations between himself and the [[Vorin]] leaders in Kharbranth.{{book ref|sa1|5}}{{book ref|sa1|29}}▼
Taravangian's intelligence and compassion
▲
▲Kharbranth, while generally considered a safe city,{{book ref|sa1|3}} has previously had issues surrounding violent crime, which have not been adequately policed.{{book ref|sa1|36}} It is suspected by some that the city watch has deliberately avoided taking action against violent criminals in the past due to corruption and influence from politicians.{{book ref|sa1|36}} While Taravangian has issued several reprimands to the city watch, behaviours have not improved greatly, leading to some visitors to the city, such as Jasnah Kholin, to take matters into their own hands.{{book ref|sa1|36}}
==== Queen Savrahalidem ====
Queen Savra's relationship with her council and the people of Kharbranth are unknown. Upon becoming queen, she has broken her father’s alliances with all parties of the war and claimed neutral ground, deciding to focus on Kharbranth’s history and strength in providing medical aid where it is needed.{{book ref|sa4|50}} Taravangian deliberately did not involve his daughter in the Diagram as he knew he would likely have to sacrifice himself to save the city, and did not want her to be implicated by his actions.{{book ref|Sa4|i|3}}
=== Military ===
Kharbranth has only a small standing army so as to not affect its cultivated image of being unassuming and unthreatening.{{book ref|sa2|i|14}}{{book ref|sa3|24}}
=== Foreign Relations ===
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In the past, Kharbranth has had strong alliances with other Vorin nations, due to their shared religion.{{book ref|sa1|8}} Taravangian was a close friend and confidant of [[Gavilar Kholin]] before his death; however, it is unknown if there was a formal alliance between Alethkar and Kharbranth during Gavilar's time as king.{{book ref|sa3|24}}
Kharbranth has declared neutrality in the conflict between the Urithiru coalition and Odium,{{book ref|sa4|50}} however, the city is likely still protected by the oaths made by Rayse to Taravangian.{{book ref|sa3|122}}{{book ref|sa4|i|3}} The Urithiru cohort are hostile towards the city due to the betrayal of its former leader, however, are unwilling to commit to a full conflict.{{book ref|sa4|50}} This is in part due to the relative unimportance of the city-state,{{book ref|sa4|50}} and in part due to Taravangian’s efforts to remove the Diagram prior to his being captured so there would be no justified reason to act against Kharbranth.{{book ref|sa4|66}}
▲When Taravangian and his closest advisors are away from Kharbranth as part of Dalinar Kholin's alliance, a scribe is assigned to manage Taravangian's kingly duties.{{book ref|sa3|24}} It is rumored throughout foreign nations that Taravangian is a figurehead for the city of Kharbranth, and that the true power behind the throne is either the scribe left in charge of the city or Taravangian's head scribe, [[Adrotagia]].{{book ref|sa3|24}} Dalinar notes that the perception of Taravangian as a figurehead lends credence to Kharbranth's reputation as an unthreatening, peaceable city-state.{{book ref|sa3|24}}
=== The Diagram ===
{{quote
|The Diagram has served its purpose. We have protected Kharbranth. We have fulfilled the Diagram.
|Taravangian's decision to dismantle the [[Diagram (group)|Diagram]]
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{{for|Diagram (group)|more information about Taravangian's predictions}}
{{for|Diagram (literature)|more information about the group that Taravangian operates}}
The [[Diagram (group)|Diagram]] is a secret society on [[Roshar]] that is headed by Taravangian and based around a book of predictions, that goes by the same name. The [[Diagram (literature)|Diagram]] (literature) is a recollection of writings by Taravangian that was created on a day of extreme intelligence. These predictions, initially written over many surfaces within the
The Diagram (group) was disbanded by Taravangian in 1175 shortly before he was captured, with orders given to dismantle the organizational structures that were in place in Kharbranth.{book ref|sa4|i|3}}
▲Members of the Diagram known as the [[Diagram (group)#Silent Gatherers|Silent Gatherers]], staff and manage the secret hospital hidden within the Conclave, where patients and citizens are brought to be killed and the [[Death Rattle]]s collected.{{book ref|sa1|71}} This operation is overseen by the ardent, Dova, during times that Taravangian is away from the city.{{book ref|sa2|i|14}}
== Notable Citizens ==
*[[Taravangian]]: former king of Kharbranth
*[[Savrahalidem]]: queen of Kharbranth, daughter of Taravangian
*[[Adrotagia]]: head scribe
*[[Dova]]: Herald Battah'Elin,{{book ref|sa4|i|3}} ardent
*[[Dukar]]:
*[[Mrall]]: Taravangian's bodyguard and the final adjudicator on the king's daily intelligence testing.
*[[Kabsal]]:
*[[Joshor]]: Head of the Silent Gatherers.
*[[Pailiah]]{{disputed}}{{ref|group=fn|text=In 2017 a Word of Brandon from a signed book confirmed that the ardent Shallan finds in the Palanaeum, while searching for the book ''Shadows Remembered'', is the [[Herald]] [[Pailiah]]. No photo of this WoB is attach to the Arcanum entry and Brandon has been evasive when asked to confirm whether this information is true.{{wob ref|4419}}{{wob ref|11589}}{{wob ref|11521}}{{book ref|Sa1|33}}}}
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