1214 Results in the "Fantasy" category


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      Harbinger: Reid

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Reid and his companions—Beau, Ansel, Coco, and Madame Labelle—camped in the freezing, fog-laden La Forêt des Yeux. The group suffers from the bitter cold, with Beau complaining incessantly while Coco consumes rabbit blood for her magic. Ansel’s curiosity about her practices leads to a discussion about blood witches, their unique enchantments, and the scars that mark their craft. The tension is palpable as the group huddles together, their discomfort compounded by hunger and…
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      Drifting: Lou

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Lou awakens to Manon tending to her in a room adorned with magical metallic blooms, a gift from Morgane. Weak and immobilized, Lou struggles with nausea and dizziness, likely due to prolonged exposure to a poisonous "medicine." Despite Manon's attempts to care for her—offering food and soothing her pain—Lou remains hostile, refusing to engage with her childhood friend. The chapter establishes Lou's physical and emotional vulnerability, as well as her resentment toward Morgane and the witches'…
    • Consorting With the Enemy: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Madame Labelle guiding the group toward Chateau le Blanc, a hidden fortress only visible to her kind. Despite skepticism from Beau, she explains the enchantment concealing the chateau, hinting at the magical bridge that grants access. Reid, the narrator, drifts away from the conversation, sensing Lou’s presence in the forest. The natural elements—sunlight, wind, and water—seem infused with her essence, evoking a deep emotional connection and unspoken promises between them.…
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      Modraniht: Reid

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Reid, the protagonist, being swept into a chaotic gathering of witches in a snowy courtyard. The atmosphere is frenetic, filled with women of all ages celebrating the pagan goddess. Reid is overwhelmed by the crowd's energy and the pervasive scent of magic, feeling increasingly uneasy as he realizes these witches are here to celebrate Lou's impending death. His internal conflict is palpable—where he once would have condemned them, he now feels a hollow pit in his stomach at their…
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      La Voisin: Lou

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Lou grapples with physical and emotional turmoil after surviving a traumatic ordeal, marked by a disfiguring scar and lingering effects of her mother’s poison. Despite her insistence that she’s fine, her body betrays her weakness, and her mind reels from the revelation that Reid, her love interest, is a witch—a fact she overheard alongside his uncharacteristic swearing. Reid and Coco fuss over her, with Reid carrying her despite her protests, though she secretly relishes his closeness. The tension…
    • The Pattern: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Reid in a state of anguish as he witnesses the fatal wounding of a woman he deeply cares for, likely Lou. Despite his desperate attempts to save her, her life slips away, leaving him devastated. Their shared gaze in her final moments hints at unfulfilled possibilities and a profound connection. The tension escalates when Morgane, a powerful witch, threatens Reid with a blade, leading to a violent confrontation where he retaliates with brutal force, only to be subdued by her magic.…
    • La Forêt des Yeux: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Reid and his companions—Lou, Ansel, Beau, and the injured Coco—taking cover behind a temple altar as arrows rain down. Morgane, a powerful witch, deflects most attacks but is struck in the leg. Coco weakly directs the group toward a hidden exit, and Reid seizes the moment to retrieve Madame Labelle’s body amid the chaos. Despite being pursued by arrows and fire, Reid carries her into the temple, determined to save her, even as pain from his own wound flares. The group races…
    • Prologue: To Pretend Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens seven years in the past, depicting Navani Kholin managing the chaotic preparations for a grand feast hosted by her husband, King Gavilar. Despite the last-minute addition of Parshendi drummers and an overwhelming guest list, Navani remains composed, directing staff and repurposing soldiers to assist. Her calm authority contrasts with the panic of the kitchen staff, highlighting her role as the stabilizing force behind Gavilar’s impulsive decisions. The scene underscores the tension…
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      1. Calluses

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with an epigraph from Navani Kholin, discussing the mechanics of attracting spren by using gemstones and familiar elements. This sets a thematic tone for the chapter, which then shifts to focus on Lirin, a surgeon calmly treating a child for scurvy amidst a refugee crisis. Lirin’s training helps him remain composed as he assists the child’s mother, offering a token for juice and promising to help locate her missing children. The scene highlights the dire conditions in Hearthstone,…
    • 2. Severed Cords Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Kaladin, a Surgebinder, engaging in combat with a new variety of Fused, formidable enemies with unique abilities. As he flares with Stormlight, his spren companion Syl transforms into a silvery spear, forcing back the encroaching singers. Kaladin avoids looking at his father, anticipating disappointment, while refugees scatter in panic. The Fused, a hulking figure, smiles at Kaladin, setting the stage for a tense confrontation. Syl’s telepathic banter adds a layer of urgency as…
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