1214 Results in the "Fantasy" category


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      Twenty-Eight

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Loth arrives in Rauca, the vibrant capital of the Ersyr, overwhelmed by its sensory richness—colorful spices, fragrant gardens, and towering windcatchers adorned with blueglass. Accompanied by a silent ichneumon, he navigates the bustling streets, feeling out of place yet intrigued by the unfamiliar culture. The grandeur of the Ivory Palace, home to the House of Taumargam, dominates the cityscape, its gleaming domes and pristine walls a stark contrast to the chaotic markets below. Loth seeks Chassar…
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      Sixty

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter "East" from *The Priory of the Orange Tree* opens with the ship *Pursuit* navigating the treacherous Unending Sea under the guidance of Padar, a skilled navigator who interprets the stars like pieces on a celestial gameboard. Despite the challenges posed by the gyre, Padar's expertise ensures the ship stays on course. Niclays Roos, a key character, stands on deck, filled with anticipation as he nears his destination, silently addressing someone named Jan. The scene is set with a sense of…
    • Lord, Have Mercy: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Lou and her husband attending evening Mass at Saint-Cécile, where the stifling atmosphere and tedious rituals test her patience. The Archbishop reminisces about his youthful archery skills, prompting a polite but strained exchange. Lou, bored and drowsy in her heavy wool gown, muses that staying awake would be a miracle. Her irreverent attitude contrasts sharply with the solemnity of the setting, highlighting her discomfort with religious formalities. Earlier in the day, Lou had…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The provided chapter excerpt from *Navani’s Notebook: The Fourth Bridge* appears to be a title page or introductory section, as it primarily consists of structural HTML markup and an image reference. The chapter does not contain substantial narrative or analytical content, but the inclusion of the book's title image suggests a focus on visual or thematic elements central to the work. The HTML formatting indicates a digital or multimedia component, possibly hinting at an interactive or enhanced reading…
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      27. Banners

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Navani reflecting on the symbolic and practical nature of war banners as they flutter in the cold wind of Urithiru. The banners, emblazoned with Dalinar’s glyph, serve both as markers of organization and as glaring targets for the enemy. Navani muses on the paradox of banners: they instill discipline and unity but also draw attention to key leaders, making them vulnerable. This introspection sets the tone for the chapter’s exploration of symbolism and strategy in…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin In this chapter, Kaladin tends to an unconscious Teft in a hidden shelter, using Stormlight to improve their conditions. He carefully administers water to Teft with a makeshift syringe, hoping for his recovery, while Syl watches solemnly. Their conversation shifts to mortality as Syl expresses her fear of losing Kaladin, contrasting her immortal nature as a spren with human fragility. Kaladin deflects her concerns with distractions, but Syl’s unease lingers, revealing unresolved grief over her former…
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      84. Scholar

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Navani, isolated from her scholars and barred from administrative duties, finds herself with an unexpected opportunity to fully immerse herself in scholarly pursuits. Though she has long lamented the distractions of politics and leadership, she now confronts the reality of her own tendency to involve herself in such matters. With Raboniel monitoring her progress, Navani turns her attention to scientific experimentation, driven by the tantalizing possibility of discovering a way to end the war by creating a…
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      113. Emotion

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Navani grapples with the disorienting aftermath of her severed connection to the Sibling, feeling diminished yet retaining a faint awareness of the tower's crystalline veins. The Sibling expresses reluctance about their unusual bond, questioning Navani's intentions regarding fabrials and captured spren. Navani reassures the Sibling, advocating for compromise and collaboration, though the Sibling remains skeptical. Their dialogue underscores the tension between human ingenuity and spren mistrust, setting…
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      by LovelyMay CHAPTER XI – Thuvia, Maid of Mars opens with Carthoris awakening on a blood-soaked battlefield, left unconscious amid the lifeless bodies of fallen foes. Disoriented and weak, he finds Thuvia and Kar Komak gone, with no sign of where or how they vanished. Though wounded and drained, Carthoris rises with unwavering resolve, setting his course for Aaanthor, where water and possible clues await, his thoughts consumed by Thuvia’s safety. Reaching the crumbling city of Aaanthor, Carthoris encounters a…
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      Chapter 4

      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 4 A few days before the wedding ceremony, guests began arriving, and I was grateful that I’d never be High Lady, never be Tamlin’s equal in responsibility and power. A small, forgotten part of me roared and screamed at that, but … Dinner after dinner, luncheons and picnics and hunts. I was introduced and passed around, and my face hurt from the smile I kept plastered there day and night. I began looking forward to the wedding just knowing that once it was over, I wouldn’t have to be…
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