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'''Deafness''' is an aural [[affliction]] resulting in the inability to hear. Because being deaf also confers resistance to certain theft tactics, it can also be counted as a [[defence]]. Those who are deaf may not be able to listen to certain channels of communication, such as [[yell|yells]].  
'''Deafness''' is an aural [[affliction]] causing the inability to hear. Those who are deaf cannot typically hear certain modes of communication, such as says and [[yell|yells]].  


Deafness is cured by the application of an [[epidermal salve]], and can be caused by consumption of the [[hawthorn]] berry or administration of the [[colocasia]] venom.  
[[Colocasia]] venom causes deafness (and also blindness). Because being deaf confers resistance to certain theft and damage tactics, it can also be counted as a [[defence]]. Eating [[hawthorn]] berry or [[calamine]] crystal gives deafness.
 
Deafness on oneself is cured by the application of an [[epidermal salve]].


The [[Mindseye Tattoo|mindseye tattoo]] will allow one to hear while deaf, but is not a cure for deafness.
The [[Mindseye Tattoo|mindseye tattoo]] will allow one to hear while deaf, but is not a cure for deafness.


[[Category:Afflictions]]
[[Category:Afflictions]]
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