Paln

Paln is an island west of Havnor, and north of Pendor. The people on Paln have some lore and beliefs that differ from the rest of Earthsea. They have a somewhat tainted reputation in the rest of Earthsea. Palnish lore speaks of matters long forgotten elsewhere, such as the origins of Dragons and humans, dealing in the Old Powers. Pelnish lore and magic is elsewhere often considered black magic, and the Wizards of Roke will have nothing to do with it. The north is mountainous and wild; the only town mentioned is Ferao. The inhabitants speak accented Hardic (Seppel's accent is described as clipped and singing) and have many words of their own dialect; they have a reputation for uncanniness in the rest of the Archipelago. Ruled by the Lords of Paln, who in ancient times refused fealty to the King of All the Isles. Famous for wizards who do not attend Roke School of Wizardry and are trained in the Lore of Paln, a different tradition from that of Roke. Also said to be great shipbuilders. The lore Cob learnt for his necromancy came from Paln.
The wizard Seppel is from Paln. In The Other Wind he assists King Lebannen's company.
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