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===The Thrill===
The '''The Thrill''' is the term used to describe the effect of Nergaoul's presence on people. It manifests as a strong competitive urge accompanied by increased focus and the ability to ignore things like pain or morality that might otherwise distract from the goal of victory. This effect can be felt during any competition, whether violent or non-violent, although it is much more keen during battle{{book ref|sa1|12}}, where it has been described as a sense of bloodlust{{book ref|sa3|115}} and an enjoyment and longing for war.{{book ref|sa1|28}} It is a phenomenon experienced by many on Roshar, most of whom are not aware of its Unmade origin.
The Thrill is thought to generally grow stronger the closer someone is to Nergaoul's location.{{book ref|sa2|i|14}} It could affect soldiers from both sides of a battle{{book ref|sa3|99}}. Someone feeling its urge may choose to refuse its embrace, however.
As a spren of [[Odium]], Nergaoul contains part of Odium's Investiture. Perhaps due to this, Odium can more easily control anyone embracing the Thrill.{{book ref|sa3|115}}
Hessi describes Nergaoul isas one of several Unmadethe who are not fullyless self-aware.{{book ref|sa3|99}}Unmade, Thenoting how the Thrill affects both ParshendiVoidbringers and humans indiscriminately.{{book ref|sa3|99}} From hisNergaoul's interaction with Dalinar during the [[Battle of Thaylen Field]], his intelligence does seem lacking, but he also seems capableto possess some level of emotions,sentience showingas he showed a desire to please Dalinar and exulted in his praise.{{book ref|sa3|120}}
It is known that being very close to something tied to [[Honor]] reduces the effects of the Thrill.{{wob ref|3541|/r/books AMA 2015|date=2015/03/12}} For example, [[Kaladin Stormblessed]] is immune to it{{wob ref|10378|SpoCon 2013|date=2013/07/10}}, likely due to his [[Nahel bond]].
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