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The chapter opens with Jorg and his band of outlaws, the Brothers, riding through a scorched landscape during a relentless summer drought. They burn the village of Mabberton, reveling in destruction and violence. Makin and Rike exchange crude remarks about farmers and their daughters, highlighting their merciless nature. Jorg reflects on the chaos of their actions, framing it as part of the empire’s collapse. The fire consumes the village, symbolizing both their brutality and the world’s decay, while…-
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The chapter opens with a grim scene in the town of Mabberton, where the aftermath of a brutal battle is described in vivid detail. The narrator, Jorg, observes ravens gathering over the corpses as his companion, Rike, loots the dead. The town square is drenched in blood, with corpses strewn about in grotesque poses. Jorg reflects on the irony of war, calling it a "thing of beauty" despite the carnage, and notes how the farmers' defiance led to their slaughter. His cold detachment and dark humor underscore…
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Thomas Covenant awakens in a hospital bed, disoriented and numb, surrounded by sterile white sheets and grey curtains. His vision is blurred, and he struggles to comprehend his surroundings. Despite his physical numbness, his mind fixates on the survival of Prothall, Mhoram, and the Quest—a reassurance that his actions in another world were not in vain. This thought anchors him, providing solace amid his confusion and the lingering doubt about his sanity. The sterile hospital environment contrasts…-
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The chapter opens with the company under attack by Cavewights, their red eyes glowing with mindless determination as they advance through Lord Foul's mocking laughter. Quaan and the Bloodguard form a defensive ring around Lords Mhoram and Prothall, while Covenant struggles to lift the body of the fallen First Mark, Tuvor. Manethrall Lithe identifies an escape route, but Covenant resists leaving Tuvor behind, arguing that his death must be honored. Despite his protests, Bannor forces Covenant to retreat…
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The chapter "The Catacombs of Mount Thunder" follows Thomas Covenant and his companions as they descend into the treacherous Treacher's Gorge, led by the flickering torchlight of Birinair. Covenant, paralyzed by dread, musters pride to navigate the slippery steps, supported by the Bloodguard Bannor and Korik. The roaring river and precarious footing heighten the tension as the company inches toward the roadway, their progress marked by near-misses and collective resolve. The darkness of the gorge and the…
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The chapter begins with the company traveling northward across the Plains in high spirits, accompanied by the Ranyhyn and entertained by Foamfollower's tales and the Ramen's hunting skills. They camp near Roamsedge Ford before turning northeast into a desolate, scarred landscape resembling an ancient battleground. This region, once the front line of Lord Foul's attacks, is marked by stunted vegetation and a grim history of war, setting a somber tone for their journey toward Mount Thunder. As they…
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The chapter opens with the discovery of the Second Ward, a radiant scroll that emits a pearly glow, evoking reverence from Prothall, Mhoram, and the company. Prothall handles the scroll with awe, while Covenant, though nauseated and uneasy, recognizes its significance. The Lords and warriors kneel in respect, but Covenant and the Bloodguard remain detached. Covenant’s hope that the Ward’s power could send him home is quickly dashed when Mhoram explains that mastering its lore would take generations,…
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Thomas Covenant awakens in Manhome after a deep, nightmare-free sleep, sensing a distant, benevolent gaze reminiscent of an old beggar who once made him ponder ethics. The cave is bright with reflected sunlight, and he finds Saltheart Foamfollower waiting beside him. Covenant jokes about his expertise in sleeping, a skill he attributes to his leprosy, but his dark humor confuses the Giant. Foamfollower expresses discomfort with the term "leper," questioning its cruelty, while Covenant deflects with…
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The chapter opens with the Ramen Cord Rustah explaining their customs regarding the disposal of dead Ranyhyn renders, leaving them for vultures to avoid burial or pyres that might harm the Plains. The company camps a league away to escape the scent of death, but Covenant sleeps poorly, tormented by physical and emotional anguish. His leprosy leaves him feeling hollow and desperate for answers, yet he finds no solace in the green embroidery on his robe or the surrounding beauty of the Plains. Despite his…
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The chapter opens with Thomas Covenant awakening after a night of restless sleep, haunted by dreams of his leprosy checks. The battlefield around him is scarred by the aftermath of conflict, with trenches filled with the dead and saplings planted as markers. Despite his disgust at not contributing to the burial efforts, Covenant is consumed by his internal struggle—whether to participate in the Land’s conflicts or remain detached, both paths seeming to lead to madness. His blood-stained robe symbolizes…
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