The Ten Deaths are regarded as fabrications of folklore, but not personifications of Odium's destructions.[1] However, as is elucidated in Dalinar's visions, they were very real experiences.
- Yelig-nar was, presumably, one of the Ten Deaths.[1]
- Midnight Essence, referenced by one of the Knights Radiant, was long, flexible and hunted by smell.[2]
| “ | Yelig-nar, called Blightwind, was one that could speak like a man, though often his voice was accompanied by the wails of those he consumed. | ” |
–Quoted by Jasnah from the author, Traxil, the authenticity of which she doubts[1] | ||
| “ | Fighting, even this fighting against the Ten Deaths, changes a person. We can teach you so that it will not destroy you. Come to us. ... this was Midnight Essence, though who released it is still a mystery. | ” |
–Unnamed female Knight Radiant to Dalinar in one of his early visions[2] | ||