822 Results with the "Fiction" genre


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      by testsuphomeAdmin Vin approaches Kredik Shaw under a sky illuminated by the rebellion's torchlight, reflecting Kelsier's vision of a yellow sun. Confronting four guards at the palace entrance, she appeals to their shared skaa suffering and urges them to join the uprising at the Square of the Survivor. After subtly influencing their emotions with Allomancy, the guards abandon their posts, granting her access. This moment underscores Vin's growing leadership and the rebellion's momentum as she steps into the palace with quiet…
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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 Vin awakens in Clubs’s shop, still suffering from the lingering effects of "pewter dragging," a taxing Allomantic technique Kelsier insists is necessary for her training. Despite her skepticism about its benefits, she acknowledges its potential usefulness, recalling how it enabled her and Kelsier to reach the battlefield in record time. The return journey, however, took two weeks, leaving her exhausted and grateful for the comfort of a real bed. Her bath provides some relief, though she remains irritated…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Dockson reflecting on Kelsier's absence, channeling his grief into managing the rebellion's logistics. As Kelsier's second-in-command, he adjusts the plan to maintain order, distributing resources strategically and securing key locations before chaos erupts. A messenger arrives with troubling news: Vin has been captured and taken to the palace dungeons by an Inquisitor. Despite his concern, Dockson prioritizes the larger mission over a risky rescue, demonstrating his pragmatic…
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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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