203 Results with the "Fantasy" genre (Fiction)


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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 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 The chapter opens with a reflective passage about Kwaan, an unlikely Terris prophet who discovered the Hero of Terris prophecy. Unlike other solemn philosophers, Kwaan was unconventional, studying whimsical topics like whether trees could think. The narrator muses on the irony of such a man uncovering a world-changing prophecy, setting a tone of fate and unpredictability that contrasts with the chapter’s later events. The narrative shifts to Kelsier, a Mistborn, as he surveils Keep Tekiel under the…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a reflective journal entry describing a mysterious mountain lake with a metallic sheen and an unseen mist creature that attacked a companion, Fedik. The narrator finds grim comfort in the attack, as it confirms their sanity by proving the creature's existence. This eerie prologue sets a tone of foreboding, hinting at supernatural forces at play in the world of the story. Vin and the crew discuss the dire implications of Marsh's capture by the Inquisitors, who now know their plans to…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a reflective epigraph about the unintended consequences of fear as a tool, setting a somber tone for the ensuing conflict. Kelsier, the protagonist, finds himself in a chaotic battlefield where skaa prisoners and imperial soldiers clash under a scorching sun and falling ash. Armed with his Allomantic abilities, he engages in a fierce duel with an Inquisitor, a formidable enemy. The fight is marked by rapid exchanges of steel and iron manipulations, showcasing Kelsier’s agility and…
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