The Gyptians finalise their plans for an expedition north as Lyra begins to learn how the alethiometer works under Farder Coram’s guidance. John Faa is revealed to be an even greater leader with a badass hammer. And, despite being told she cannot come, Lyra is adamant that she will go North too.

Iain’s fanboying for Asriel continues, Amy’s unexpected command of unusual languages continues and both agree that Raymond is a tool.

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For more on medieval warhammers, watch this excellent and reasonably historically accurate introduction here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wh1QDf_6Dmk

We HIGHLY recommend this episode of Spirits podcast on Kalevala with Elena Varg - a top way to learn all about this Finnish epic tale! https://spiritspodcast.com/episodes/kalevala

Amy’s drawing of Vonnis (John Faa’s war hammer. Probably.) can be found on our Twitter or Instagram profiles (links below).

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