One of the very last reports we gather in Kingdom Hearts is arguably one of the most important foundationally in the entire series: Ansem's 12th Report. It establishes the Realm of Light, the Realm of Darkness, and affirms Ansem's overall goal of finding "true nirvana." Well, where is it, and how do we find it?

Thank you to Dyxo, Flynn, Kronsi, Shard of Truth, and Neronova888 for your questions on this episode!

Next week's episode: Ansem's "Lost Report" in the End of the World. Send your questions to [email protected]

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A secret held for the entire game: when confronted by darkness, Kairi dwelled within Sora's heart for refuge and safekeeping. This event set off many others that taught us so much about hearts, memories, and connections, events that are built upon for the rest of the series. This episode is required reading for homework down the line! 

Thank you to Adrian, Dyxo, and crystalkey2294 for your questions on this episode!

Next week's episode: Realms. Send your questions to [email protected]

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Cinderella, Aurora, Belle, Jasmine, Snow White, Alice, and, of course, Kairi. These seven mistresses hold the key to the game's most important concept: the door to Kingdom Hearts. But what about Ariel, Wendy, and Jane? What are the reasons behind the women who got chosen, and what exactly are they capable of? 

Thank you to Dani, ShardofTruth, Adrian, and Eric for your questions on this episode!

Next week's episode: Kairi and her heart. Send your questions to [email protected]

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Losing your heart is a dangerous ordeal; undergoing a transformation to being a Heartless... it's not pretty. In this episode, we explore three characters who didn't quite follow the rules when it comes to separation of the heart: Sora, Kairi, and Ansem, and a quick deep dive into what happened with Riku.

Thank you to EuphoniousGlow and Betwixtyiff for your questions on this episode!

Next week's episode: the Princesses of Heart. Send your questions to [email protected]

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A red heart encroached by thorns; we've all seen it, we all recognize the shape, and we know what we're fighting: the Heartless. Though, not every Heartless bears this symbol. In this episode, we explore Pureblood and Emblem Heartless, and why the red heart is the LEAST important distinction between the two. 

Thank you to shadesofnier1, Kronsi, and Shard of Truth for your questions on this episode!

Next week's episode: Losing one's heart. Send your questions to [email protected]

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NOTICE: This episode used to be called "WorId Order," but a certain video streaming platform thought we had different intentions with that title.

In all of Kingdom Hearts, it's only ever said once: WorId Order. For a phrase rarely mentioned in the dialogue, it's actually one of the most important building blocks to the whole series itself, taking Sora through the delicate balance of exploring and safeguarding the realm.

Next week's episode: Pureblood and Emblem Heartless. Send your questions to [email protected]

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Welcome to Shedding Starlight! In this short introductory episode, Hannah and Mel take you through a guide to the guide; what the show will look like, what to expect, and how YOU can be a part of it. 

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Kingdom Hearts is a series about love, friendship, good vs. evil, and light prevailing in the dark. Sounds simple? What about soul possession, human experimentation, and the end of times? The rumors are true, it’s deeper than you think. 

We are Hannah and Mel, hosts of the podcast Shedding Starlight: A Guide to the Kingdom Hearts Mythos. If you’ve ever played the Kingdom Hearts games and wanted to dive deeper into the story, this podcast is for you! Shedding Starlight lays out all of the worldbuilding, hidden concepts, and character motivations that the games hid between the lines. 

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