Crown of Teeth Codex

The Root

The harvest's engine at the bottom of the world where evolution draws and choice became law.

Known synonymously with The Loom, this System represents the harvest's engine situated at the bottom of the world. It acts as the essential substrate upon which all evolution and essence draw their power.

This foundational element functions as a covenant that historically maintained a lean toward dissolution before its fundamental law was altered.

Alias
The Loom
Location
Bottom of the World
Function
Harvest's Engine
Substrate Role
Source for Evolution and Essence
Covenant Nature
Lean toward Dissolution
Key Alteration
Book 12 Law Change

Lore & Background

The Root operates as a covenant with an inherent lean toward dissolution, serving as the base for all living essence. Its original state dictated how evolution drew from the substrate until external intervention occurred.

In Book 12, Cael reached the root through Burl's door to alter its fundamental law. He successfully made choice the new root law of the living world.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is another name for The Root?

It is synonymous with The Loom.

Where is this engine located?

At the bottom of the world.

How did Cael reach the root?

He reached it through Burl's door in Book 12.

What law was established there?

Choice became the root law of the living world.

What is its natural covenant tendency?

It functions with a lean toward dissolution.

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