Corm
Patient armored Bound who became Cradle warden and paid the founding blood-price for humanity.
Corm is an ancient, patient, and armored Bound who serves as the keeper of the larder-discipline. Unlike many of his kind, Corm never desired to consume humans; instead, he stepped into Ossa's role as the warden of the young within the Cradle in Book 9.
- Role
- Keeper of Larder-Discipline / Warden of the Young
- Successor To
- Ossa
- Nature
- Old, Patient, Armored Bound
- Dietary Stance
- Never wanted to eat anyone
- Death Event
- Book 9 Choke Point Defense
- Legacy
- Paid founding blood-price for human alliance
Lore & Background
As Ossa's successor in charge of the Cradle, Corm maintained a unique position among the Bound by refusing to view humans as food. His patience and protective nature defined his tenure until the critical events of Book 9.
Did You Know?
- Corm is described specifically as an 'old' and 'patient' armored Bound.
- He officially succeeded Ossa in leadership of the Cradle.
- Despite being a Bound, Corm never wanted to eat anyone.
- His death beside Captain Halden established the founding blood-price for the human alliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who did Corm succeed as warden of the Cradle?
Corm succeeded Ossa in charge of the Cradle.
Did Corm want to eat humans like other Bound?
No, Corm never wanted to eat anyone.
How did Corm die in Book 9?
He died holding a choke point beside Captain Halden.
What was the significance of Corm's death?
His sacrifice paid the founding blood-price for the human alliance.