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Prince Jorg returns to his father’s castle, confronting the same jailer who once tried to stop him years earlier. He intimidates the man with threats and violence, recalling his past escape with a band of outlaws. This time, Jorg seeks only Sir Makin, a knight imprisoned in the dungeon. The jailer, recognizing Jorg’s ruthlessness, reluctantly lets him pass, but Jorg still assaults him for good measure. As he moves deeper into the dungeon, Jorg reflects on the absence of his sword, a symbol of his…-
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The chapter delves into the protagonist's confrontation with Corion, a powerful and enigmatic figure who exposes the fragility of human understanding and control. The narrative reflects on how people cling to illusions of order, masking the chaos beneath with science or religion. Corion shatters these illusions, revealing the protagonist's vulnerability as he strips away his autonomy, reducing him to a pawn in a larger game. The encounter underscores the theme of hidden depths beneath civilization's thin…
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The chapter delves into the physical and psychological toll of combat, emphasizing how fatigue often determines survival in a fight. The narrator reflects on the exhaustion of wielding a sword and the inevitability of defeat when strength wanes. This theme is underscored by a confrontation with Katherine, whose knife at his throat forces him to confront his own vulnerability. The moment is charged with tension, as he grapples with his inability to resist, highlighting the brutal reality of violence beyond…
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The chapter opens with a wounded protagonist lying near death in his mother’s tomb, overhearing a conversation between two Teuton women, Katherine and Hanna. The older woman, Hanna, advocates for ending his suffering with a pillow, while Katherine, though harboring resentment for his past actions, hesitates. The protagonist, barely conscious, recognizes Katherine’s voice and recalls her striking features, revealing a complex history between them. The dialogue underscores the tension between mercy and…
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The chapter depicts a profound encounter between Jorg, the protagonist, and an angel in a realm of darkness and light. Jorg initially embraces the void, finding solace in its eternity, until the angel arrives, radiating purity and compassion. Her presence illuminates the space, offering redemption and unconditional love. Despite her ethereal beauty and sincerity, Jorg reacts with defiance, his voice cracking with doubt. He stands naked and stained, a stark contrast to her brilliance, yet he resists her…
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The chapter opens with a conversation between the young protagonist and the Nuban, a mercenary companion, as they approach the castle of Count Renar. The protagonist insists on finding a way to assassinate the Count despite the Nuban’s repeated warnings that it’s impossible. He argues that conventional tactics—targeting weaknesses—are flawed because they trigger layered defenses. Instead, he proposes a direct approach, targeting the Count’s most relied-upon protection, a magician named Corion.…
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The chapter opens with the protagonist and his companions retreating from the ruins of Castle Red, their victory overshadowed by exhaustion and the absence of their fallen comrade, the Nuban. The journey back to the Tall Castle is arduous, marked by the physical strain of descending mountains and the emotional weight of their losses. Despite their triumph, the group feels hollow, with little material gain to show for their efforts. The protagonist reflects on the intangible currency of victory—political…
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The chapter opens with Jorg and his companions entering a vast, ancient vault filled with geometric containers. The space is described as an armory, though the weapons are hidden inside the dust-covered boxes. When Burlow eagerly prepares to loot the vault, Jorg warns him that the containers hold deadly Builder poisons capable of killing through touch or air. He explains that even trace amounts of these toxins, leaked over centuries, have already mutated people downstream, like Gorgoth and the "Blushers"…
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The chapter opens with Jorg and Makin surveying the aftermath of their escape from Castle Red, discussing the unseen threat of death and the moral weight of their actions. Makin expresses unease about Jorg’s youth and his seemingly innate ability to manipulate situations, questioning whether Jorg truly understands the consequences of his choices. Their conversation is interrupted by a cataclysmic explosion as Mount Honas erupts, obliterating the castle and sending a devastating shockwave toward them. The…
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The chapter opens with Jorg and his band of brothers fleeing up the Great Stair, pursued by vengeful ghosts. The eerie, half-formed spirits exude a chilling coldness, but Jorg defiantly laughs at them, wielding a dark power that seems to repel their advance. Makin, unable to see the ghosts, drags Jorg to safety as the spirits erupt into spectral flames, their screams echoing behind them. The group eventually stops to rest in a cavernous bowl carved by an ancient river, exhausted but alive, though the…
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