Cosmere-wide implications loom as Invested Arts evolve, new power structures emerge, and Radiants and Skybreakers adapt in the struggle against Odium.

Szeth breaks from his masters, rejects the Fourth Ideal, swears the Fifth, and defies Ishar’s control, illustrating the General’s manipulation of the Honorbearers.

Adolin regains purpose and nearly dies in a confrontation with Abidi the Monarch; his Plate spren choices fortify his armor and reveal Plate sentience, marking a major turning point.

Taravangian and Odium’s ambitions loom as he seeks a cosmere-wide power path, intensifying Dalinar’s moral conflict.

Mraize probes Iyatil for information, signaling broader Cosmere implications and evolving Invested Arts on Roshar.

Shallan’s clash with Iyatil and Mraize advances the Ghostbloods’ plans while she wrestles with identity and the possibility of allied manipulation through Lightweaving and dual roles.

Dalinar rejects Taravangian’s offer to kill Gavinor, underscoring a central moral tension over whether the ends justify the means and foreshadowing difficult choices.

Adolin’s leadership and the defense of the throne room gain a crucial turn as support arrives from the Unoathed and deadeyes, signaling a shift in Roshar’s power dynamics.

Kaladin, Dalinar, and the Honorbearers confront darkness and despair, with Ishar forcing them to acknowledge taboo emotions as part of their trials.

Adolin mobilizes support from the Unoathed and deadeyes, emphasizing promises and resilience over oaths during the throne room siege.