1214 Results in the "Fantasy" category


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      Forty-Seven

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter follows Loth and Ead as they flee through the forest on the ichneumon Aralaq, heading toward the Lasian capital of Nzene. Loth reflects on his past, recalling memories of his sister Margret and their shared studies about Lasia, while grappling with the hope of reuniting with her. The journey is arduous, with Aralaq navigating treacherous terrain until they reach the foothills of the Godsblades, where they pause to take in the breathtaking view of Nzene—a city of golden sandstone, towering…
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      Forty-Six

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In this chapter, Ead returns to the kitchens of the Priory, reminiscing about her childhood and reconnecting with Tulgus, the head cook. She subtly inquires about the Prioress’s sun wine, masking her true intentions while observing Loth, who appears drugged with dreamroot. Ead seizes an opportunity to steal a pinch of powder from the spice jars, hinting at her clandestine plans. The scene establishes her calculated demeanor and the tension of her impending actions, as she balances nostalgia with the…
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      Forty-Five

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens on Feather Island, where Tané and Elder Vara witness the aftermath of a devastating earthquake. The beaches are flooded, and an eerie silence hangs over the land. The scholars discover the body of a young Seiikinese dragon washed ashore, its scales dulled by mist and birds. The elders conclude the dragon was boiled alive by the sea—an unnatural and ominous event that leaves the community in shock. Tané, deeply disturbed by the sight, struggles to comprehend the implications of such a…
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      Forty-Four

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Ead's shock at encountering Lord Arteloth (Loth) in the Priory, a place where outsiders are forbidden. Both are stunned by the unexpected reunion, as Loth had been drugged and held captive for months. Despite his confusion, he recognizes Ead as his old friend and resolves to reconnect with her before his memories fade entirely. Ead, however, reacts with betrayal and anger, especially when she learns that Chassar, her mentor, deliberately kept Loth's presence from her. Ead confronts…
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      Forty-Three

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Ead prepares for a perilous journey to confront Kalyba, the banished and feared Lady of the Woods. Armed with weapons and clad in the white cloak of a postulant, she is seen off by Chassar and the ichneumon Aralaq. Chassar expresses confidence in Ead’s abilities but warns her to retreat if the danger becomes too great. Aralaq, though gruff, pledges to protect her, highlighting the bond between them. The chapter sets the stage for Ead’s quest, emphasizing the risks posed by Kalyba’s dark magic and the…
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      Forty-Two

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In this chapter, Niclays Roos is deeply engrossed in deciphering an ancient text, *The Tale of Komoridu*, which he believes holds the key to immortality. Working tirelessly on a silk scroll, he meticulously copies characters of varying sizes, convinced they form a celestial map. His companion, Laya, interrupts his work with broth, teasing him about his obsession. Niclays defends his alchemical pursuits, claiming madness is a necessary trait for progress. The tension is palpable as he races against time,…
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      Forty-One

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Ead, the protagonist, experiences an intense fever that heightens her senses, making her acutely aware of her surroundings in the Priory. The chapter opens with her lying in her eyrie, overwhelmed by physical sensations and vivid memories of Sabran, the woman she loves and worries about. Her heightened state leads to a moment of intimate longing, followed by a resolve to protect Sabran from political threats in Inys. As she cuts herself accidentally while handling a pomegranate, an idea begins to form in…
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      Forty

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Niclays aboard the pirate ship *Pursuit*, enduring relentless rain and the ever-present threat of the dragon Valeysa the Harrower, whose fiery presence looms ominously over the fleet. Niclays, a captive alchemist, fears both the dragon’s wrath and the pirates’ brutality as the ship sails east toward Kawontay. His anxiety is compounded by the pursuit of Seiikinese iron ships, though the pirates remain confident in their evasion. The tension is palpable as Niclays navigates his…
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      Thirty-Nine

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter follows Eadaz uq-Nāra as she journeys through the Burlah desert with a caravan of forty travelers. Clad in a white pargh and riding a camel, Ead reflects on her return to the South, which initially felt like a rebirth but soon became a harsh reminder of the desert's unforgiving nature. The caravan encounters Nuram tribesmen, who warn of wyrms venturing beyond the mountains, possibly emboldened by rumors of a High Western's sighting. Ead's thoughts drift to her visit to the Buried City near the…
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      Thirty-Eight

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Tané, a scholar on Feather Island, engaging in her morning ritual of prayer and reflection in an underground cavern. She kneels before a unique statue of the Great Elder Kwiriki, depicted with hybrid animal features, finding solace in the quiet darkness. Her routine is interrupted by Elder Vara, an eccentric but kind figure who invites her to the restricted repository, a rare privilege. Tané hesitates, aware of the rules, but Elder Vara insists, leaving her to finish her prayers…
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