Rand al’Thor leads a military campaign into Altara to repel the Seanchan invasion, wielding the artifact Callandor. However, a lingering sickness in the One Power causes his weaves to malfunction, leading to catastrophic friendly fire. In Ebou Dar, Elayne Trakand and Nynaeve al'Meara use the Bowl of Sigils to fix the global heat wave before fleeing to Caemlyn to secure Elayne’s claim to the Lion Throne. Meanwhile, Egwene al'Vere asserts her authority as Amyrlin Seat by declaring war on Elaida while marching her rebel army toward its siege of the White Tower.
Readers of epic fantasy follow this installment to track the territorial shifts and political maneuvering of the late-series landscape. They gain a detailed understanding of how the Seanchan military machine functions and the specific logistical struggles of managing a continental rebellion. The text provides a technical look at the consequences of damaged magical systems and the heavy psychological toll of leadership. It appeals to those who prioritize complex world-building and the granular details of succession politics over rapid plot progression.
Escapist; a moderate read.
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- Published
- 1998
- Language
- EN
