In this episode we conclude the excellent Brandon Sanderson novel, Warbreaker. We learn who Vasher really is. We come to understand why Denth hates him, and why Nightblood is central to the entire plot. We uncover who is really pushing for war behind the scenes. And finally we come to understand that Lightbringer was devine … [Read more…]
In this episode Dalinar gets a close shave. Kaladin and Shallan get close. And Vedenar gets closed for business. We find out the exciting conclusion of the Shalladin cliffhanger. Liz also reviews the book The Black Company by Glen Cook. It’s important to note that Liz has never read The Black Company by Glen Cook. … [Read more…]
In this episode we’re down in a deep deep hole. We’ve been tricked! Bamboozled! Flim-flammed! And possibly Shazamed! None of that is true, except for being stuck in a chasm. Truly. I think this might be the most fun I’ve ever had in a chasm. Shallan and Kaladin get to know each other, and potentially … [Read more…]
In this episode Chad goes full diva. It seems these long novels are starting to wear on him. We talk about the “Scooby Gang” ghostbloods, Adolin and Kaladin’s “Bro” moment, and Kaladin’s repeated inability to take responsibility. “Real” Predictions: The Honorblades are in Urithiru. Odium is turning souls into shards….or stormlight….but it is destroying Roshar, … [Read more…]
In this episode we get to meet new and interesting characters; like Lift. We visit some old frienemies like Szeth, and Eshonai. We also make an official announcement about our upcoming 100th Episode at Balticon! Predictions Urithiru is the hub on which the entire continent spun….giving it that weird shape. If this is true, … [Read more…]
In this episode Vivenna experiences some real tragedy. Siri and Susebron strengthen their relationship, and form an escape plan. Hoid makes an appearance. Predictions Vasher will save Vivenna The Pahn Kahl will be the demise of the returned Susebron dies at the end Next week we’ll be reading chapters through chapter 61 of Words of … [Read more…]
In this episode Adolin and Kaladin make complete idiots of themselves. Adolin’s failure to grammar nearly costs him his life in the dueling ring. Kaladin’s failure to read the room leads to his arrest. These are the heroes we deserve. Shallan puts herself in danger, but manages a much better showing. She encounters Mraize, who….if … [Read more…]
In this episode we read the greater part of the first half of Warbreaker. We begin to get a sense of what is at stake here for the players in this tale. We learn more about our cast of characters; Are Denth and Tonk Fah killers or comedians? Is Susebron a puppet? Who is this … [Read more…]
In this episode we learn Adolin “Shit Can” Kholin’s secret nickname, Shallan and Amaram form the megazord known as Shamaram, and Kaladin learns how to fly. Chad can’t call anyone by their right name. And fashion is a tool for the patriarchy. Predictions: Shallan will attempt to use some sort of Lightweaving skills during Adolin’s … [Read more…]
In this episode, Shallan spends all of her time casting shade on Adolin and remembering her terrible past. Kaladin learns a secret about Moash, and flirts with outright stupidity. Also, Roshar is crawling with Aliens! Predictions: This group of “assassins” are a trap. I suspect Sadeas. The language that they use sounds like Sadeas’s internal … [Read more…]