In a way, it makes sense that they wouldn't want the novices and Accepted to experiment, because, well, it can be dangerous ;) However, that does not mean that the AES SEDAI should not experiment more...
Re: Knife of Dreams re-readalong: Chapters 28-33
Also, I always wondered why on earth Galina didn't free herself of the oaths the moment she got a hold of that rod, but now, while listening to the audiobook it dawned on me... She has to get permission to channel. So she needs someone else to...
Re: Knife of Dreams re-readalong: Chapters 28-33
I just have to say:
FINALLY DONE WITH MALDEN AND THE SHAIDO!!! :joy
That whole plotline irritates me... It takes way to long to resolve, and I dislike Faile in this situation. She is not my favourite character by a mile, but here she is so...
Re: Knife of Dreams re-readalong: Chapters 24-27
I LOVE Egwene in this chapter ^^ She can be annoying at times, especially before she becomes Amyrlin. But in this situation her stubbornness and quality comes through in full. It does of course help that the Tower is all but crumbling, but it is...
Re: Knife of Dreams re-readalong: Chapters 19-23
Yes, both the ogier battlecall and the Malkier one is great :D I heard them for the first time on audiobook yesterday, it was awesome :)
Re: Knife of Dreams re-readalong: Chapters 19-23
I agree :) The two drawn out storylines comes to an end (Perrins vs Shaido and Elaynes ascend to the throne) and a lot of excellent stuff start happening. The only letdown is Rands storyline, who is on a downward spiral all through the next book...
Re: Knife of Dreams re-readalong: Chapters 19-23
The Golden Crane flies for Tarmon Gaidon!!!
I remember the first time I read that. It sent shivers down my spine ^^ I wanted to make a signature with that quote, but it is probably a little too spoilery :look
Re: Knife of Dreams re-readalong: Chapters 19-23
If I am optimistic, I can believe that the practice was gradually abolished, but sadly, I am not optimistic :( IF, and that is a BIG IF, the deal that Egwene made with Tuon actually gets implemented, maybe they will eventually run out of damane...