Crown of Teeth Codex

The Steward

A courtesy-shaped proxy of the Gardeners, revealed in paperwork and killed by Vosk.

First identified through human paperwork in Book 5 and glimpsed as a courtesy-shaped entity in Book 6, The Steward serves as a reveal-paced proxy for the Gardeners. It operates with full force during the events of Book 7 before meeting its end in Book 8.

Origin
Book 5 human paperwork
Form
Courtesy-shaped proxy
Affiliation
The Gardeners
Final Appearance
Book 8
Fate
Cracked open by Vosk; stays dead

Lore & Background

The Steward functions as a specific agent of the Gardeners, transitioning from a subtle presence in documentation to a powerful force on the battlefield. Its existence is defined by its role as a proxy, bridging the gap between the abstract Gardeners and tangible reality until its destruction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Steward first mentioned?

It was first named in human paperwork in Book 5.

What form did The Steward take?

It appeared as a courtesy-shaped proxy of the Gardeners.

Who killed The Steward and how?

Vosk cracked it open in Book 8, killing it.

What happened to Cael after The Steward died?

Cael ate its Gardener-touched core and gained [Sever].

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