Thaylen City

Lore & Background

It is the capital of Thaylenah, a kingdom ruled by Queen Fen Rnamndi. During the events of *Oathbringer*, Dalinar Kholin attempts to form a political alliance with Thaylenah. Queen Fen initially refuses Alethi aid but is later persuaded by a vision from the Stormfather about the Voidbringer threat. The city becomes the site of a major battle when Odium's forces launch an assault. The battle takes place across the Thaylen Field and within the harbor itself, where the city's sea walls are tested against the Voidbringers. This conflict marks a turning point in the war, showcasing the unity between the Alethi and Thaylen forces as they defend the capital with combined military might and Radiant power.

In Their Own Story

Thaylen City becomes the focal point of a desperate defense during the Desolation in *Oathbringer*. When Odium's forces launch a massive assault on the city, King Taravangian aligns with Dalinar Kholin to repel the invasion. The battle takes place across the Thaylen Field and within the harbor itself, where the city's sea walls are tested against the relentless tide of Voidbringers. This conflict marks a turning point in the war, showcasing the unity between the Alethi and Thaylen forces as they defend the capital with combined military might and Radiant power.

Reader's Guide

Thaylen City is the capital of Thaylenah, a nation ruled by Queen Fen Rnamndi. It is a coastal city with massive sea walls and deep harbors. In *Oathbringer*, Dalinar Kholin attempts to form a political alliance with Thaylenah. Queen Fen initially refuses Alethi aid but is later persuaded by a vision from the Stormfather about the Voidbringer threat. The city becomes the site of a major battle when Odium's forces launch an assault. The battle takes place across the Thaylen Field and within the harbor itself, where the city's sea walls are tested against the Voidbringers.

Did You Know?

• Thaylen City is the capital of the kingdom of Thaylenah, ruled by Queen Fen Rnamndi.
• Queen Fen initially refused Dalinar Kholin's offer of aid against the Voidbringers.
• Queen Fen was later persuaded to ally with Dalinar after receiving a vision from the Stormfather.
• A major battle of the Desolation in *Oathbringer* takes place across the Thaylen Field and within the city's harbor.
• The city's sea walls are tested against the assault of Odium's forces.