Thrones Without Kings
Throughout the series you see empty thrones and seats of power—hinting at rulers who never arrived or who refused to play their role.
Symbolism
- A throne represents not just rule, but **responsibility to link the flame or reject it**.
- Empty ones suggest:
- Cowardice
- Failed ascension
- Or deliberate abdication
Possible Identities
Item descriptions and murals sometimes hint at:
- Early Lords who walked away.
- Chosen Undead who broke the cycle in unknown ages.
The Choir of Empty Thrones is the silent audience of every new "chosen" hero—proof that many others have walked away from the script.