![]() ![]() Prior to being intertwined with magic, magic was controlled exclusively by the thoughts of a spell-caster, usually only the elves, with the rare exception of a dragon. History The Ancient Language was once spoken by all beings in Alagaësia, with the originators of the language being the Grey Folk. The name was found by Galbatorix, and subsequently used against him in the final confrontation with him. The same holds true of the name of the Ancient Language itself: the knowledge of the name allows one to change the meaning of its words. ![]() Names in the Ancient Language were "true names" and the knowledge of such a title was a source of power and control. Because of the candid nature of the language, oaths of allegiance and similar contracts were usually conducted in it, ensuring they would not be broken, though they could be twisted to be ineffective if the one who made the oath left enough loopholes in their wording. Although it was said that the elves were masters at saying one thing and meaning another (for example, the swordsmith, Rhunön, said she would never make another weapon but made one through Eragon). It was impossible to lie in the Ancient Language because words spoken in the language were unquestionably true. It was also possible for experienced magicians to utilize Non-verbal manipulation, although this was extremely dangerous. Each act of magic was linked to a specific word therefore, it was generally true that the more knowledge one had of the Ancient Language, the more magic they could perform. It was used to command and regulate magic. ![]() It was the language of the Grey Folk but then, somehow, they managed to tie their language with magic. When unrest claims the rebels and danger strikes from every corner, Eragon must make choices-choices that will take him across the Empire and beyond, choices that may lead to unimagined sacrifice.The Ancient Language was once a language of all beings in Alagaësia, but was later used only by the elves and some humans, along with the dwarves with one moment being the crowning of their king. Still, there is more adventure at hand for the Rider and his dragon, as Eragon finds himself bound by a tangle of promises he may not be able to keep. Can this once simple farm boy unite the rebel forces and defeat the king? Following the colossal battle against the Empire's warriors, Eragon and his dragon, Saphira, have narrowly escaped with their lives. Eragon is the greatest hope to rid the land of tyranny. "Christopher Paolini is a true rarity." - The Washington Post The Empire is at war and the stakes have never been higher in Book Three of the Inheritance Cycle, perfect for fans of Lord of the Rings! This New York Times bestselling series has sold over 40 million copies and is an international fantasy sensation. ![]()
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