Black Eyes

Black Eyes, called Hlínskyra in Siodic, is a disease which causes temporary, unpredictable blindness to those affected, along with strange visions. It is thought to be a curse administered to humans entering a foreign spiritual dominion, as an act of defense of the native spirit. The disease does not cause a person's eyes to turn black in color, however, the term "black eyes" refers to the Éandrin tradition of marking those with the disease with black paint or tattoos around the eyes, to explain any sudden lack of coordination or responsiveness.