Cosmere Chronicles

Shallan winds up in a horror movie. Bridge Four gets a new member. We revisit Chapter One from Kaladin's POV. Plus: a special bonus cameo by Adolin Kholin!All this and more as Joe, Justin, & Sheta discuss The Stormlight Archive: The Way of Kings Chapters 45 - 47.Follow us on χ, a most ancient letter: https://twitter.com/CosmereChronFollow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/cosmerechronicles.bsky.socialFollow us on Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cosmerechroniclespodcastContact us: cosmerechronicles@gmail.com

Kaladin's depression hits him hard and Syl lifts him up. Kabsal becomes a lot more overt with his flirting while Shallan struggles with what she wants to do. In the past, Kaladin finds a reason to join the army.All this and more as Sheta, Joe, & Justin discuss The Stormlight Archive: The Way of Kings Chapters 41 - 44.Follow us on χ, a most ancient letter: https://twitter.com/CosmereChronFollow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/cosmerechronicles.bsky.socialFollow us on Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cosmerechroniclespodcastContact us: cosmerechronicles@gmail.com

Jasnah brings Shallan out for an exciting lesson. Syl has a battle against death spren. Shallan makes her move to steal the soulcaster. In the past, Kaladin's father has a nice dinner with Roshone.All this and more as Justin, Sheta, & Joe discuss The Stormlight Archive: The Way of Kings Chapters 36 - 40.Follow us on χ, a most ancient letter: https://twitter.com/CosmereChronFollow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/cosmerechronicles.bsky.socialFollow us on Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cosmerechroniclespodcastContact us: cosmerechronicles@gmail.com

Shallan and Kabsal spend an entire chapter flirting. Bridge Four tries side carry in a bridge run and it turns into chaos. Kaladin faces down a high storm. Syl is awesome.All this and more as Justin, Joe, & Sheta discuss The Stormlight Archive: The Way of Kings Chapters 32 - 35.Follow us on χ, a most ancient letter: https://twitter.com/CosmereChronFollow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/cosmerechronicles.bsky.socialFollow us on Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cosmerechroniclespodcastContact us: cosmerechronicles@gmail.com

Shallan, Jasnah, and Szeth make their return! We also meet Rysn and Axies the Collector in the interludes. Shallan draws some weird shit without knowing why. Past Kaladin isn't having a good time. Present Kaladin is having a pretty good time though.All this and more as Joe, Sheta, & Justin discuss The Stormlight Archive: The Way of Kings Interlude 4 - Chapter 31Follow us on χ, a most ancient letter: https://twitter.com/CosmereChronFollow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/cosmerechronicles.bsky.socialFollow us on Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cosmerechroniclespodcastContact us: cosmerechronicles@gmail.com

Adolin and Dalinar go on a plateau assault. Kaladin uses a secret weapon to get Bridge Four to follow him. Dalinar comes to a decision on what to do. A special cameo appearance by Jasnah and Shallan!All this and more as Joe, Justin, Sheta, and special guest Data from The Sanderlanche Podcast discuss The Stormlight Archive: The Way of Kings Chapters 26-28.Listen to The Sanderlanche Podcast: https://www.thesanderlanche.com/Follow us on χ, a most ancient letter: https://twitter.com/CosmereChronFollow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/cosmerechronicles.bsky.socialFollow us on Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cosmerechroniclespodcastContact us: cosmerechronicles@gmail.com

Elhokar's mother Navani arrives in the Shattered Plains and Dalinar becomes flustered. Adolin has some strong words to say to his father. Kaladin, Teft, and Rock have some fun and share some funny stories. Past Kaladin meets his new City Lord.All this and more as Sheta, Justin, & Joe discuss The Stormlight Archive: The Way of Kings Chapters 22 - 25.Follow us on χ, a most ancient letter: https://twitter.com/CosmereChronFollow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/cosmerechronicles.bsky.socialFollow us on Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cosmerechroniclespodcastContact us: cosmerechronicles@gmail.com

Adolin goes on a very romantic date. Dalinar has a vision. Past Kaladin has a bad time. Present Kaladin is trying to not have a bad time.All this and more as Justin, Joe, & Sheta discuss The Stormlight Archive: The Way of Kings Chapters 18 - 21.Follow us on χ, a most ancient letter: https://twitter.com/CosmereChronFollow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/cosmerechronicles.bsky.socialFollow us on Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cosmerechroniclespodcastContact us: cosmerechronicles@gmail.com

Kaladin goes on another bridge run and tries to save the wounded. In the past, we meet Kaladin's younger brother Tien and his childhood crush Laral. Dalinar talks to Adolin about Sadeas and why he shouldn't distrust him so much.All this and more as Sheta, Joe, & Justin discuss The Stormlight Archive: The Way of Kings Chapters 15 - 17.Follow us on χ, a most ancient letter: https://twitter.com/CosmereChronFollow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/cosmerechronicles.bsky.socialFollow us on Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cosmerechroniclespodcastContact us: cosmerechronicles@gmail.com

We travel around Roshar to meet a happy Pure Laker, Shallan's brother, and check back in with everyone's favorite Truthless, Szeth. Afterwards, we meet Dalinar, Adolin, and King Elhokar as they go on a hunt for a Chasm Fiend. Kaladin has a bit of trouble trying to get his Bridge Crew motivated.All this and more as Joe, Sheta, & Justin discuss The Stormlight Archive: The Way of Kings Interlude 1 - Chapter 14Follow us on χ, a most ancient letter: https://twitter.com/CosmereChronFollow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/cosmerechronicles.bsky.socialFollow us on Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cosmerechroniclespodcastContact us: cosmerechronicles@gmail.com

Lost style flashback time! We see a young Kaladin learn surgery from his father Lirin. In the present day, Kaladin is broken from Bridge Four and heads to the honor chasm until Syl brings him a present. In Kharbranth, Shallan doesn't quit and tries to convince Jasnah to change her mind. Shallan also meet a good-looking ardent named Cabsal and flirts with him.All this and more as Sheta, Justin, & Joe discuss The Stormlight Archive: The Way of Kings Chapters 7 - 11.Follow us on χ, a most ancient letter: https://twitter.com/CosmereChronFollow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/cosmerechronicles.bsky.socialFollow us on Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cosmerechroniclespodcastContact us: cosmerechronicles@gmail.com

Shallan Davar arrives in the city of Kharbranth in order to try and become a ward of Jasnah Kholin's and steal from her. Kaladin arrives at the Shattered Plains and is given one of the most horrific jobs possible when he joins Bridge Four. We finally learn Syl's name.All this and more as Justin, Joe, & Sheta discuss The Stormlight Archive: The Way of Kings Chapters 3 - 6.Follow us on χ, a most ancient letter: https://twitter.com/CosmereChronFollow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/cosmerechronicles.bsky.socialFollow us on Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cosmerechroniclespodcastContact us: cosmerechronicles@gmail.com

We have traveled to the planet of Roshar. Some crazy shit happens and then we jump forward 4,500 years. King Gavilar Kholin is murdered in his own castle by an assassin in white. Kaladin leads his squad into battle, but eight months later he is a slave. All this and more as Sheta, Joe, & Justin discuss The Stormlight Archive: The Way of Kings Chapters Prelude - 2.Follow us on χ, a most ancient letter: https://twitter.com/CosmereChronFollow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/cosmerechronicles.bsky.socialFollow us on Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cosmerechroniclespodcastContact us: cosmerechronicles@gmail.com

We are done with the shorter fiction and now are moving on to the longest book so far. It is time to travel to the planet Roshar. On this episode, Sheta, Joe, & Justin prepare to begin The Stormlight Archive as they preview The Way of Kings. They look at the international covers of the book and Justin & Sheta give their predictions on what they think will happen based on the covers.Follow us on χ, a most ancient letter: https://twitter.com/CosmereChronFollow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/cosmerechronicles.bsky.socialFollow us on Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cosmerechroniclespodcastContact us: cosmerechronicles@gmail.com

After reading 5 novels, 2 short stories, 1 novella, & 1 graphic novel, we decide to take a break and go over our thoughts of the stories. We also give our rankings for our favorite books, characters, moments, villains, and ships as well as the hottest characters, the best rulers, and our least favorite character.All this and more as Joe, Justin, Sheta, and special guest Nick give a check-in on their journey so far.Follow us on χ, a most ancient letter: https://twitter.com/CosmereChronFollow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/cosmerechronicles.bsky.socialFollow us on Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cosmerechroniclespodcastContact us: cosmerechronicles@gmail.com

We've finished two shorter stories and will take a chance to look back on them. Justin, Sheta, & Joe will give their thoughts on White Sand & The Emperor's Soul. They will discuss their criticisms, favorite moments, favorite characters, and more. Afterwards they give their fan castings for the characters.Follow us on χ, a most ancient letter: https://twitter.com/CosmereChronFollow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/cosmerechronicles.bsky.socialFollow us on Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cosmerechroniclespodcastContact us: cosmerechronicles@gmail.com

Shai works to complete the Emperor's Soul Stamp even though she is risking her life. Gaotona learns to read the Soul Stamps. Shai attempts her escape.All this and more as Sheta, Justin, & Joe discuss The Emperor's Soul Day 58 - Epilogue.Follow us on χ, a most ancient letter: https://twitter.com/CosmereChronFollow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/cosmerechronicles.bsky.socialFollow us on Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cosmerechroniclespodcastContact us: cosmerechronicles@gmail.com

We are back on the planet Sel and up at the Rose Empire. The Emperor Ashravan has been injured in an assassination attempt and is now brain dead. Shai is a Soul Forger and she was arrested. She is now tasked with Forging a new soul for the Emperor within 100 days or else she will be executed. Also, some people in power are planning on executing Shai anyways so she has to find a way to escape as well.All this and more as Sheta, Justin, & Joe discuss The Emperor's Soul Prologue - Day 42Follow us on χ, a most ancient letter: https://twitter.com/CosmereChronFollow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/cosmerechronicles.bsky.socialFollow us on Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cosmerechroniclespodcastContact us: cosmerechronicles@gmail.com

Justin, Sheta, and Joe are returning to the world of Sel and the world of prose as they preview the Hugo Award Winning novella The Emperor's Soul. They look at the international covers of the book and discuss them. Justin and Sheta give their predictions of what the story will be about based solely on the covers.Follow us on χ, a most ancient letter: https://twitter.com/CosmereChronFollow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/cosmerechronicles.bsky.socialFollow us on Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cosmerechroniclespodcastContact us: cosmerechronicles@gmail.com

Khrissalla finds out the real identity of the Lord Beggar and then gets betrayed by someone she trusted. Ais comes face to face with Sharezan. Kenton and Drile have their duel in the moments before the Taisha Council decides the fate of the Diem.All this and more as Joe, Sheta, & Justin discuss White Sand Chapters 13-18.Follow us on χ, a most ancient letter: https://twitter.com/CosmereChronFollow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/cosmerechronicles.bsky.socialFollow us on Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cosmerechroniclespodcastContact us: cosmerechronicles@gmail.com