203 Results with the "Fantasy" genre (Fiction)


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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 The chapter opens with a reflective passage from an unknown narrator, likely the Hero of Ages, who reveals Rashek’s deep resentment toward him. Rashek, a Terrisman, believes the Hero’s role should belong to someone of pure Terris blood, not an outsider. This hatred only strengthens the narrator’s resolve to prove himself worthy of the title. The excerpt sets a tone of tension and determination, hinting at the broader conflict between identity and destiny within the story. The narrative then shifts…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Vin soaring above Kredik Shaw, the ominous spires reminding her of Kelsier's death. The mists swirl around her as dawn approaches, while below, a massive skaa army converges on the palace with torches, sealing their fate by attacking the Lord Ruler's stronghold. Vin observes the throne tower, illuminated by bonfires, and senses the Lord Ruler's presence. Determined to use the Eleventh Metal as Kelsier believed, she prepares for a desperate attack, clinging to hope despite the…
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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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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a reflective passage from an unnamed narrator, likely the Lord Ruler, expressing unwavering conviction in the necessity of destroying the Deepness—a sentient force of destruction and corruption. The narrator describes it as an existential threat to the world, not driven by malice but by its inherent nature. This ominous introduction sets the tone for the chapter, hinting at the broader conflict between preservation and annihilation that underpins the novel’s mythology. The scene…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The epilogue opens with a reflective monologue, where the narrator contemplates moments of unexpected peace amidst a life of suffering. Gazing at a majestic sunrise over frozen cliffs, they find solace in the belief that a higher power guides their path, offering reassurance that even if they fail, another will continue their work. This introspective passage sets a tone of quiet resolution and hints at deeper metaphysical themes surrounding destiny and purpose in the narrative. The scene shifts to Vin,…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Elend Venture, exhausted and strategizing late into the night, contemplates a plan to undermine his former friend Jastes by counterfeiting the wooden coins used to pay the koloss mercenaries. He hopes to buy time and eventually bribe the koloss away from Jastes’ control. As he prepares to retire, Vin bursts into his room, emotionally distraught and physically wounded, revealing she has killed Zane—Straff’s Mistborn and, shockingly, Elend’s half-brother. Despite her injuries, Vin’s primary concern…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a reflective monologue from the Lord Ruler, expressing his conflicted emotions about Kwaan, a mentor who betrayed him by denouncing him as the Hero of Ages. Despite his anger, the Lord Ruler admits he couldn’t bring himself to execute Kwaan, as the man had been like a father to him. He grapples with Kwaan’s sudden rejection, questioning whether his presence at the Well of Ascension could truly be worse than the destruction wrought by the Deepness. This introspection reveals his…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Tindwyl chastising Elend Venture for his decision to leave Luthadel, calling him a fool for abandoning his people during a time of crisis. Elend, dressed in a riding uniform prepared by Tindwyl, remains resolute, asserting that he will protect his people in a different way. Vin, injured from recent battles, sits quietly on her horse, her inexperience with riding evident. Tindwyl accuses Elend of shirking his duty as king, but Elend retorts that the people rejected him and now he must…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Vin returns to the Venture ballroom, struck by its unparalleled grandeur compared to other noble keeps. The hall’s perfection seems exaggerated, with immaculate tablecloths, sharp servant uniforms, and hazekillers replacing regular guards. The atmosphere feels unusually heightened, and Vin notices an unexpected surge in attendance, with nobles dressed in their finest. Sensing something amiss, she confides in Sazed, who agrees to investigate further by attending the stewards’ dinner early. Vin decides…
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