1109 Results with the "Fantasy" genre


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      Fifty-Nine

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the *Rose Eternal* caught in a violent storm in the Sundance Sea. Loth, a nobleman aboard the ship, battles seasickness in his cabin before deciding to face the tempest head-on, invoking the Knight of Courage’s teachings. On deck, he is met with chaos: crew members struggle against the wind and waves, one sailor is swept overboard, and the ship’s mast begins to splinter. Despite the danger, Loth seeks solace near Captain Harlowe, a seasoned seafarer, as the storm threatens to…
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      Fifty-Four

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Niclays Roos aboard the *Pursuit*, sailing through the Sundance Sea after weeks docked in the ruined city of Kawontay. The ship is heavily armed, and the crew has stocked provisions for their journey. Despite initial plans to sell the dragon Nayimathun, the Golden Empress retains it as leverage against the High Sea Guard. Niclays carries a vial of the dragon's blood and a scale, haunted by the memory of carving it from the creature. The ship, flying plague sails to avoid detection,…
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      Fifty-Five

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Ead and Margret arrive in Caliburn-on-Sea aboard the *Flower of Ascalon* and journey across the snow-covered Leas toward Serinhall, the ancestral home of the Beck family. The landscape is blanketed in winter stillness, with frozen fields and no laborers in sight. Margret, warmly greeted by the locals, reflects on her potential as Countess of Goldenbirch, a title she might have held had she been the elder child. The duo passes the ruins of Goldenbirch, a pilgrimage site tied to Galian Berethnet, before…
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      Fifty-Eight

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter follows Lord Arteloth (Loth) aboard the *Elegant* as he journeys across the treacherous Abyss, weary of the sea and longing for land. The narrative reveals that Queen Sabran of Inys has successfully rallied support for an unprecedented alliance with Eastern heretics and wyrms, despite religious and political opposition. The desperate plan involves dividing the Draconic Army by besieging Cárscaro, forcing Fýredel to defend it, thereby weakening their forces for the impending battle against the…
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      Fifty

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Ead, a skilled and stealthy operative, navigating the palace after killing a guard. She instructs Loth to hide with Margret while she scouts the area, noting his shock at her lethal actions. Ead moves through the palace undetected, neutralizing two knights-errant outside the Sanctuary Royal. Inside, she observes the courtiers' divided loyalties, symbolized by their livery, and hears a prayer for Queen Sabran, who is supposedly in seclusion. Ead deduces that the Duchess of Justice is…
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      by LovelyMay Fifth Story opens in the heart of a snow-laden forest, where Gerda’s golden carriage gleams like a beacon and draws the attention of a band of thieves. These robbers, hungry for riches, descend swiftly, overwhelming her escorts and tearing her from the comfort she knew. Though danger surrounds her, Gerda’s presence sparks something unusual in the bandits—especially in the heart of the old robber woman’s unruly daughter. The Little Robber Maiden, fierce and unpredictable, claims Gerda not as a…
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      Fifteen

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Loth arriving at Cárscaro, the mountainous capital of Yscalin, a kingdom that once belonged to Virtudom but has since pledged allegiance to the Nameless One. As his coach approaches the city, Loth reflects on Yscalin's storied past, once known for its beauty and culture, now reduced to a charred wasteland. The landscape is desolate, a stark contrast to the lavender fields that once perfumed the air. Loth's unease grows as he prepares to enter the city, sensing the weight of its dark…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Wit, also known as Hoid, strolls through Elhokar’s abandoned palace on the Shattered Plains, performing coin tricks and musing on the art of storytelling. He compares storytelling to deception, emphasizing the importance of making the audience believe in experiences they’ve never had. Through sleight of hand, he demonstrates how illusions rely on misdirection, much like a fight in an alley. His companion, Design, critiques his methods, suggesting he use Lightweaving for more impressive effects, but Wit…
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      Epilogue

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The epilogue of *Gods & Monsters* opens with Ansel reflecting on the serene beauty of summer at Chateau le Blanc, where wildflowers paint the landscape in vibrant hues. The warmth and peace of the setting contrast with the lively energy of Lou’s wedding preparations, as her friends gather to adorn her with flowers and share playful banter. Ansel observes the camaraderie among the group, including Coco, Célie, and Madame Labelle, as well as the younger Violette and Gabrielle, whose innocent curiosity…
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      EPILOGUE

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The epilogue opens with Sazed arriving at the Conventical of Seran, having left Luthadel in quiet turmoil after Tindwyl's death and Vin's revelation about releasing something terrible at the Well of Ascension. The mists continue to kill unpredictably, adding to the sense of unease. Sazed, burdened by grief and disillusionment, seeks solace in the conventical, half-expecting confrontation from Marsh or other Inquisitors. His journey reflects his inner struggle, as he grapples with the consequences of Vin's…
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