The Mistborn saga

The Mistborn series is an epic fantasy saga written by Brandon Sanderson. It consists of seven books: the first three form the original trilogy (Era 1), while books four through seven make up the Wax and Wayne series (Era 2). The story takes place in the Cosmere universe, specifically on the planet Scadrial, where magic is drawn from metals, with different types of magic users harnessing their unique abilities.

Magic in Mistborn

Allomancy:

People capable of using Allomancy are known as Allomancers. They can “burn” metals to fuel various physical and mental enhancements. Those who can burn only one type of metal are called Mistings, while those who can use all metals are known as Mistborn.

The primary Allomantic metals are: iron, steel, tin, pewter, copper, bronze, zinc, and brass.

Higher Metals:

• Atium – Grants the ability to see a few seconds into the future.
• Gold – Reveals possible alternate versions of oneself based on different past choices.
• Malatium – The so-called “Eleventh Metal.”

Each power has a push-pull dynamic, meaning one metal pulls while its counterpart pushes.

Common Allomantic Roles:

• Thug (Pewter) – Enhances physical strength.
• Tineye (Tin) – Heightens the senses.
• Smoker (Copper) – Conceals Allomantic signatures.
• Seeker (Bronze) – Detects Allomantic activity.
• Lurcher (Iron) – Pulls nearby metal objects. Depending on the weight, either the object moves toward the Allomancer or the Allomancer is pulled toward it.
• Coinshot (Steel) – Pushes metal objects away. The force is determined by weight—lighter objects are propelled, while heavier objects cause the Allomancer to be pushed back.
• Rioter (Zinc) – Amplifies emotions.
• Soother (Brass) – Calms emotions.

Feruchemy:

This system allows individuals, called Feruchemists, to store certain physical attributes in metal objects. Unlike Allomancers, who burn metals for immediate power, Feruchemists use metals as storage units, allowing them to access the stored properties later. Attributes such as memory, mental clarity, weight, and age can be stored. However, this requires an initial trade-off—for example, storing strength means becoming weaker for a time to build up reserves.

Hemalurgy:

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The books include:

1. The Final Empire (2006)
2. The Well of Ascension (2007)
3. The Hero of Ages (2008)
4. The Alloy of Law (2011)
5. Shadows of Self (2015)
6. Bands of Mourning (2016)
7. Lost Metal