2095 Results in the "Fiction" category


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      by testsuphomeAdmin Elend and his advisors, including Ham and Sazed, are strategizing how to address the political challenge posed by the merchant faction in the Assembly. Ham suggests removing the merchants through a vote, but Elend points out the impracticality of achieving unanimous support for such an action. The group is immersed in research, surrounded by books and notes, with Sazed’s meticulous organization contrasting with Elend’s chaotic stacks. Tindwyl, their Terris mentor, abstains from direct political…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Vin prepares for an important event, donning a maroon gown that evokes memories of her past as both a noblewoman and a thief. The dress symbolizes her evolving identity, blending confidence in her Mistborn abilities with her role as the slayer of the Lord Ruler and beloved of King Elend. As she admires herself in the mirror, she contemplates the possibility of embracing both her past and present selves, feeling a rare sense of beauty and self-assurance. Tindwyl, her Terris mentor, compliments her…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Straff Venture rides through the misty twilight with his Mistborn son, Zane, and a contingent of soldiers, feeling exposed despite their numbers. His unease stems from a recent encounter with a mysterious woman whose emotional manipulation lingers in his mind. Straff confronts Zane for his failure to eliminate key targets—Venture, Cett, and Elend’s Mistborn ally—during a botched assassination attempt. The mission cost Straff six of his hidden Allomancers, a significant loss he emphasizes as…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Vin awakens to find Elend vigilantly watching over her, a reversal of their usual protective roles. Though comforted by his presence, she is haunted by the memory of his horrified reaction to her true nature as a Mistborn. Despite her fears, Elend greets her with kindness, sparking her confusion about how he can still care for her after witnessing her monstrous abilities. Their quiet interaction underscores Vin’s internal struggle with self-worth and her fear that Elend’s love was based on a false…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Elend, the former king, organizes a volunteer force to address the city's housing crisis during the harsh winter. He instructs Demoux to relocate skaa families from inefficient noble mansions to more practical tenements designed for heating efficiency. Emphasizing voluntary compliance, Elend prioritizes the well-being of the people over property rights, showcasing his continued leadership despite losing his official title. The scene highlights his pragmatic approach to governance and his enduring influence…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Vin stands in Elend's darkened room, watching him sleep as mist pours through the balcony doorway. OreSeur, her kandra companion, informs her that Elend ventured alone into the koloss camp, returning with valuable information despite failing to deter their attack. Vin grapples with her inability to protect Elend, feeling a deep sense of helplessness and isolation. Her fear for his safety manifests physically, leaving her hands unsteady as she reflects on the futility of keeping even one person safe in…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin In the cold morning, Breeze observes Cett’s army withdrawing and senses Clubs’s uncharacteristic tension. Despite the apparent standoff between the remaining armies, Clubs believes the situation is dire. He explains that Straff Venture, Elend’s father, will soon realize he can let the koloss—ferocious creatures—attack the city first, sparing his own forces. This strategy would leave Luthadel devastated, allowing Straff to claim the atium and symbolic victory with minimal effort. Breeze, though…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Sazed and Tindwyl continue their research into the Hero of Ages, uncovering new clues from historical texts. Tindwyl discovers a direct reference to the prophecy in the biography of Helenntion, a survivor of the Council of Khlennium, which clarifies that the Hero won’t be Terris. This contrasts with earlier thirdhand accounts, providing a more reliable source. The passage mentions the Rabzeen, a figure some believed was either the Hero or the Conqueror, adding depth to their understanding of the…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Breeze, a noble-born member of Kelsier’s crew, reflects on his unique perspective of intrigue, shaped by his aristocratic upbringing. Unlike the brutal, survival-driven betrayals of the skaa underworld, noble intrigues were more abstract, with consequences spanning generations. Despite his background, Breeze has found camaraderie in the tight-knit crew, using his Allomantic powers to foster unity. His past experiences make him particularly attuned to subtle signs of conspiracy, which he detects in a…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Vin grapples with her growing detachment from the violence she commits, disturbed by her own indifference. Sitting on her balcony in Luthadel, she senses the presence of the mist spirit and the increasingly powerful thumping of the Well of Ascension, which draws her attention northward. Despite its pull, she feels overwhelmed by her failures in love, duty, and protection, stretched too thin to address the many demands on her—unfinished research, unresolved suspicions about her crew, and the incomplete…
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