Join your fellow squad mates, Hannah and Karen, for an Emergency Empyrean Battle Brief: the JUST RELEASED Onyx Storm blurb! In this expedited bonus episode (delivered via Dragon, no less 🐉), they explore the implications of the blurb, discussing character arcs, potential plot developments, and the overarching themes of trust, uncertainty, and the quest for truth. The conversation is rich with theories, the significance of the Isle Kingdoms, and the secrets that may unfold in the narrative. They also reflect on the emotional stakes for beloved characters as they anticipate the challenges ahead in the story.

The storm is coming… are you ready for it??

*All episodes include spoilers for the entirety of Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, & any additional context from Rebecca Yarros*

00:00 Intro

01:49 Scribe Report (Full Onyx Storm Blurb)

03:08 Unpacking the Onyx Storm Blurb

16:50 Unfamiliar Lands: Exploring The Isle Kingdoms, Xaden's Mom & More Dragon Governments

34:39 Secrets & Stakes: Xaden & Andarna

40:07 Truth Line: Violet's Second Signet Hint of Papa Sorrengail's Research?

49:28 The Coming Storm & Character Fates

50:48 Xaden & Violet- Swiftie Easter Egg?

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Rebecca Yarros History Major: Rebecca Yarros Panel at Emerald City Comic Con 2024- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v0yTEZBtpVQ

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Rebecca Yarros Sydney Panel: Reddit post by mamasuebs -https://www.reddit.com/r/fourthwing/comments/1dmo02p/rebecca_yarros_panel_summary/

NEW PAPERBACK EDITION: Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros W/ NEW XADEN POV CH 27- https://amzn.to/4cQdjvr

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