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[[File:Map_Purelake.png |350px|thumb|left|Map of the Purelake by [[User: Otto didact]]]]

The Purelake is a large, shallow lake that is hundreds of miles wide.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}} It is separated from the [[Reshi Sea]] by the nation of [[Marabethia]]. The Purelake borderedborders the nations of [[Tu Bayla]] to the east, [[Yulay]] to the south, and [[Babatharnam]] to the west.{{map ref|Roshar}} In [[Shadesmar]], the Purelake is a mountain range.{{map ref|Shadesmar}} The depth of the lake in the Physicial[[Physical Realm]] is not related to how it appears in the [[Cognitive Realm|Cognitive]].{{wob ref|2889}}

The waters of the Purelake are warm and crystal clear, and the surface typically calm and smooth, despite the tides. The lake has an average depth of about midcalf, with its greatest depth being around six feet. The lake bottom hadhas small ridges and sharp ledges of rock, which can make walking through the Purelake precarious. Purelakers are skilled at navigating such terrain, knowing to test their footing before putting their weight down.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}}

Large structures have previously existed on the Purelake, though their continued existence is questioned by scholars. A large obsidian fortress once existed somewhere on the lake, prior to the [[Recreance]], however it is believed to have been destroyed. Modern day Purelakers still speak of large structures existing on the lake, however,although this is dismissed by those outside the region as mythology.{{book ref|sa2|4}}

A [[Order of Skybreakers|Skybreaker]] compound sits along the northern edge of the Purelake, in [[Marabethia]].{{book ref|sa3|90}}

The Purelake has a tropical climate, being both consistently warm{{book ref|sa1|i|1}} and humid,{{book ref|sa3|90}} with calm breezes.{{book ref|sa2|81}} The passing of the [[highstorm]] is the only time the temperature drops and the lake's climate turns cold.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}} The Purelake's weather is similar to whatthat canof be found in Halladren[[Hallandren]], on the planet [[Nalthis]].{{book ref|sa2|81}}

The highstorm is weaker in the Purelake than it is further east, and although still a tempest, it is no longer strong enough to throw boulders or blow down exposed buildings.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}} During a storm, the Purelake drains into holes and pits in the ground. Those outside, will lodge their raft between ridges and use them as a wind break to ride out the storm. {{book ref|sa1|i|1}}

The Purelake is home to an abundance of lifeforms such as fish, cremlings[[cremling]]s, and [[riverspren]].{{book ref|sa1|i|1}} The area is also known for having small brown flies, similar in appearance to [[hungerspren]].{{book ref|sa3|19}} Trees can be found on the shores of the Purelake,{{book ref|sa3|92}} along with a type of slug used to create a clothing dye known as [[Mycalin]] red.{{book ref|sa3|i|8}}

The fish in the Purelake have magical properties{{book ref|sa3|90}} and form symbiotic bonds with [[spren]].{{wob ref|2109}} This [[Investiture]] does not come from [[Honor]]{{wob ref|11986}}, but may come from [[Cultivation]].{{wob ref|460}} The magical nature of these fish is similar to that of [[Aviar]]'s from the island [[Patji]], on the planet [[First of the Sun]].{{wob ref|8201}}

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[[File:Purelake 2.jpeg|thumb350px|thumb|By [[Coppermind:Artists/Bonnie Johnson | Bonnie Johnson]]]]

The Purelake existed prior to the arrival of [[Shards]] on [[Roshar]],{{wob ref|460}}, likely created by [[Adonalsium]] when he create the system.

During the time of the [[Silver Kingdoms]], the Purelake was controlled by [[Sela Tales]].{{book ref|sa1|i|1}} When the kingdom disintegrated, the region splinted, with the Purelake seeming to become its own country.

At some point prior to the [[Recreance]], a [[Sja-anat]] and a Thunderclast[[thunderclast]] attacked a group of soldiers near an obsidian fortress assumed to be on the Purelake. [[Dalinar]] visited the battle in a vision provided to him by the [[Stormfather]].{{book ref|sa2|4}}

In his youth, Dalinar traveled to the west of [[Roshar]] and visited the border of the Purelake,{{book ref|sa1|22}}{{book ref|sa2|4}} but he'd never had athe chance to see the center.{{book ref|sa2|4}} Although he has wished to explore the region more when visiting near bynearby countries, he has never found been able to find the time.{{book ref|sa2|4}}

In the year {{Rosharan date|1173}} three members of the [[Seventeenth Shard]], [[Galladon]], [[Demoux]], and [[Baon]], traveled to the Purelake, believing it to be the current location of [[Hoid]].{{epigraph ref|sa1|26}}{{book ref|sa1|i|1}} To try and find him, they enlisted the help of a Purelaker, [[Ishikk]], who traveled to the different Purelake villages, over the span of five months. UnbeknownUnbeknownst to Ishikk, the trail he was following had been falsely laid by Hoid, to distract and avoid the Seventeenth Shard members who were seeking him.{{epigraph ref|sa1|26}} As such, Ishikk was ultimately unsuccessful and unable to find any evidence of Hoid having been in the area.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}}

Later that year, the Purelake experienced the spread of an off-world illness, the common cold, which had been transmitted to the locals by either the Seventeenth Shard members, or another [[worldhopper]].{/{book ref|sa2|89}}{{wob ref|912}}

In {{Rosharan date|1174}}, a group of criminals escaped from a jail on the northern edge of the Purelake. The [[Order of Skybreakers|Skybreakers]] were called in theto catch the escapees, who had broken out of the jail and fled into the lake. The Skybreaker accolytesacolytes were tasked with finding the criminals and bringing them to justice, with the exercise also testing their understanding of the law.{{book ref|sa3|92}}

Following the [[Battle of Thaylen Field]], [[Iri]], with the help of [[Odium]]'s forces, captured most of the western kingdoms, which may have included the Purelake.{{book ref|sa3|122}}

During the [[Silver Kingdoms]], the Purelake was governed by the king of [[Sela talesTales]]. However, afterAfter the collapsefall of Selathe Tales[[Epoch Kingdoms]], noit nationappears had claimedthat the Purelake. Itbroke appearsaway thatfrom itthe hadsurrounding nolands centralizedand systemestablished of government after the fall of Epoch Kingdomsovereignty, mostlywith actinglocal asinhabitants a series offorming autonomous villages. In modern day, the people of the Purelake are more likely to define themselves based off their geography, instead of country borders.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}}

People who live outside of the Purelake find the inhabitants to be strange, and do not understandingunderstand the appeal of living within a lake. The [[Azish]] are particularly dismissive of the region, believing that there is nothing of consequence on the lake, and doare not understandbaffled why anyone would want to visit the area.{{book ref|sa2|4}}{{book ref|sa2|92}}

Unlike the eastern countries on [[Roshar]], the Purelake is not known to be overly confrontational or involved in internal, or external, fighting.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}}

The region may now be under the control of [[Odium]]'s forces, with the surround lands having been captured by [[Iri]] and the [[Fused shortly after the Battle of Thaylen Field]].{{book ref|sa3|122}} Iri may have wished to have control of the Purelake for several generations.

They have a relaxed way of life and enjoy taking their time. They see no need to rush and will go about their tasks in a slow, leisurely manner, allowing themthemselves to think more about their actions and enjoy the day.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}}

The Purelakers are also rather unconcerned with the notion of exact time, and diddo not understand why foreigners care so much about it.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}}

As a whole, they are rather unimpressed by foreigners, believing that they are constantly in a hurry and act oddly due to their avoidance of nature. Purelakers do not understand why anyone would not want to live on the Purelake, but at the same time do not want outsiders coming to fill up the landarea.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}}

Purelakers, like many Rosharans[[Roshar]]ans, are inherently healthier than average due to the nature of RosharanRoshar's [[Investiture]]. Because of this, they are unaccustomed to illnesses, particularly those that are easily transmissible and able to spread across wide distances through symptomaticinfectious carriers. Their infrequent interaction with infectious illnesses makes them likely to unintentionally overstate the serverityseverity of a disease, due to its unfamiliarity.{{wob ref|912}}

A [[Order of Skybreakers|Skybreaker]] stronghold sits along the northern edge of the Purelake in [[Marabethia]], and is used by the Order to train accolytesacolytes. They will often utilize their surroundings for this training, including by placing items in the lake, to be used by the squires.{{book ref|sa3|90}}{{book ref|sa3|98}}

The Marabethian government is aware they are in the region and will contact the Skybreakers if they require assistance with enforcement.{{book ref|sa3|92}} It is unknown if the Purelakers are aware of the Order's prescencepresence along their northern shore and how much contact they have with the Skybreakers.

PrelakersPurelakers typically wear sandals and knee-length pants so they can maximize their exposure to the lake. Men rarely cover their upper body, preferring to leave their shoulders and torsos bare to the sun.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}} Despite Purelakers preference for sun exposure, it is possible to purchase hats in the region.{{book ref|sa3|49}}

The buildings of Purelakers are typically set upbuilt on blocks or stilts. However, they are still set a few inches below the watersurface level, keeping the floor covered in water. The buildings will drain when the tide is low.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}}

Purelakers use a trade system that generates favors by providing products.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}} The economy is likely heavily dependent on the fishing trade, with many Purelakers nomadicalynomadically travelling the area in search of rare fish.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}}

Due to the regions low population density and their pre-industrial society, waste accumulation does not pose any major concerns. Human waste is naturally broken down by the surrounding ecosystem and then removed by the [[highstorm]], while man-made trash will either naturally break down on its own, if possible, or is removed by passing travelers.{{wob ref|5081}}

VunThe Makak[[holy approvesgrotto]] makingis upthe storiesonly andplace tellingthat liesPurelakers can voice their worship for Nu Ralik freely.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}}

Vun Makak is said to approve of lies and false stories.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}} Nu Ralik providesis believed to provide the day.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}}

Purelakers hold a number of superstitious beliefs that are associated with the ecology and environment of the Purelake. Many types of fish are considered to have special abilities or provide certain powers.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}} These superstitions influence many aspects of the Purelaker lifestyle; inhabitants tend towards exposing a large amount of skin as the sun is believed to bring good health, while the magical properties of area's fauna affects the value of trade goods. Purelakers also believe that the tide of the lake can be used to predict the future.{{book ref|sa1|i|1}}

Purelakers speak [[Selay]],{{book ref|sa1|i|1}}, which is derived from the same language group as that of [[Iri]], the [[Reshi]] Islands, and other north-west parts of Roshar.{{wob ref|3977}} The Purelake dialect is heavily influenced by the inhabitants way of life and their religious beliefs, with many sayings relating to the weather, the lake, or their gods.