Chandrian, Chandrian

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Chandrian, Chandrian is a folk song describing the signs of the Chandrian.

Description

Chandrian, Chandrian is said to be "ages-old" and provides the names of the Chandrian and their signs. The song was created to make it easier to remember the names and signs of the Chandrian, however, as time passed and evidence of the existence of the Chandrian begins to disappear people begin to put less stock into the truthfulness of the song. It is now mostly considered to be a fairy tale meant to entertain children.

Versions

Childrens version[1]

When the hearthfire turns to blue,
What to do? What to do?
Run outside. Run and hide.

When his eyes are black as crow?
Where to go? Where to go?
Near and far. Here they are.

See a man without a face?
Move like ghosts from place to place.
What’s their plan? What’s their plan?
Chandrian. Chandrian.

Kvothe/Denna's version[2]

When the hearthfire turns to blue,
What to do? What to do?
Run outside. Run and hide.

When your bright sword turns to rust?
Who to trust? Who to trust?
Stand alone. Standing stone.

See a woman pale as snow?
Silent come and silent go.
What’s their plan? What’s their plan?
Chandrian. Chandrian.

References

  1. The Name of the Wind, Chapter 3, "Wood and Word"
  2. The Name of the Wind, Chapter 72, "Borrorill"