Guest Posted February 20, 2015 Posted February 20, 2015 Voidus, I believe, has tons of questions. I'll point him here, if anyone would ask a Reckoner's question.
WeiryWriter he/him Posted February 20, 2015 Author Posted February 20, 2015 Here's a spoiler-y Firefight question I've been meaning to add to the Ultimate List: What abilities did Regalia believe David was going to be given? She describes them as "thematically appropriate" but to what was she referring. 1
Edgedancer he/him Posted February 20, 2015 Posted February 20, 2015 Here's a spoiler-y Firefight question I've been meaning to add to the Ultimate List: What abilities did Regalia believe David was going to be given? She describes them as "thematically appropriate" but to what was she referring. Regalia wanted him to get the powers of the Epic Waterlog (I think that was his name), who was used to make the Spyril, after David essentially used his corpse as a power battery.
WeiryWriter he/him Posted February 20, 2015 Author Posted February 20, 2015 Regalia wanted him to get the powers of the Epic Waterlog (I think that was his name), who was used to make the Spyril, after David essentially used his corpse as a power battery. That was her original intent, yes. But the impression I got from the text was that it was a suggestion on her part, and that then Calamity assured her that he would get "thematically appropriate" powers".
Edgedancer he/him Posted February 20, 2015 Posted February 20, 2015 That was her original intent, yes. But the impression I got from the text was that it was a suggestion on her part, and that then Calamity assured her that he would get "thematically appropriate" powers". And Regalia didn't know more either, at least that's the impression I got, so asking what Calamity wanted to give him would probably make more sense. On a similar note, I wonder how much Calamity can influence what powers Epics get. He can enhance them, so there's some control but different people may only be able to maifest specific powers or have a minimum amount of power Calamity needs to grant them. Maybe Calamity only called them "thematically appropriate" because he doesn't know what he would get either and wanted to cover that fact up.
Argent he/him Posted February 20, 2015 Posted February 20, 2015 Whether or not Atlanta will have an altered name in Calamity; Hotlanta. I asked Peter a few weeks ago.
Kobold King he/him Posted February 20, 2015 Posted February 20, 2015 Hotlanta. I asked Peter a few weeks ago. I don't know whether that should really be taken as canon or not, though. Peter has a bit of a troll-y reputation.
Blaze1616 he/him Posted February 20, 2015 Posted February 20, 2015 I don't know whether that should really be taken as canon or not, though. Peter has a bit of a troll-y reputation. And Hotlanta sounds like a joke...
Kobold King he/him Posted February 20, 2015 Posted February 20, 2015 And Hotlanta sounds like a joke... Agreed. I personally doubt very seriously that "Hotlanta" will be the genuine name of the city.
Voidus Posted February 20, 2015 Posted February 20, 2015 Why didn't UV from the sun pierce Nightwielders darkness over Newcago when Davids UV flashlight could cut his shadow tendril things?Is there any link between the powers Epics have and their former lives?Did Conflux overcome his weakness?Once an Epics weakness has been overcome is their any way to cancel their powers? 1
TwiLyghtSansSparkles she/her Posted February 21, 2015 Posted February 21, 2015 Besides Snowfall and Obliteration, are/were there any other notable Epic despots in the West, in states like California, Alaska, Montana, Arizona, Wyoming, etc.? 1
Popular Post PeterAhlstrom he/him Posted February 21, 2015 Popular Post Posted February 21, 2015 Agreed. I personally doubt very seriously that "Hotlanta" will be the genuine name of the city. You just hope it's a joke. 20
skaa he/him Posted February 21, 2015 Posted February 21, 2015 "Hotlanta", eh? What, do the people there greet each other with "What's up, hotman?" like in pre-war Fire Nation? 3
Kurkistan he/him Posted February 21, 2015 Posted February 21, 2015 So tired. But so many time bubble questions answered... *Sleeps* (Argent will be posting/transcribing(?) the full event soon, by my understanding). 1
Moogle Posted February 21, 2015 Posted February 21, 2015 (edited) Sleep? But we need more signing reports! It was going to be the third part of the best day ever, along with HPMOR and Pact updates. Edited February 21, 2015 by Moogle 2
skaa he/him Posted February 21, 2015 Posted February 21, 2015 (edited) Sleep? But we need more signing reports! It was going to be the third part of the best day ever, along with HPMOR and Pact updates.You read HPMOR? That's awesome!It's still 3 in the afternoon where I live, so assuming they sleep for less than eight hours and start posting answers as soon as they wake up, I might still get that "best day ever". Get to it, Americans! (Just kidding. Take your time. ) By the way, what is "Pact"? Edited February 21, 2015 by skaa
Moogle Posted February 21, 2015 Posted February 21, 2015 (edited) By the way, what is "Pact"? It's a web serial, like HPMOR, though I guess HPMOR falls under the fanfiction umbrella. The author's description sums up the concept pretty well: Blake Thorburn was driven away from home and family by a vicious fight over inheritance, returning only for a deathbed visit with the grandmother who set it in motion. Blake soon finds himself next in line to inherit the property, a trove of dark supernatural knowledge, and the many enemies his grandmother left behind her in the small town of Jacob’s Bell. It's quite the fun read, and the author is just finishing it up. The magic is very soft compared to what Sanderson writes and the story is much darker, so I'm not sure if most people who like Sanderson would like it. Wildbow writes his stories in one go, and they tend to need some editing, but for the most part they're great. The author is also somewhat better-known for doing Worm, which is a rather interesting take on doing people with superpowers. The main character is a girl with the power to control bugs (which you'd think would be an awful power, but she makes it work) who wants to be a superhero. At some point it turns into epic fantasy but much more modern. Again, very dark. I find it better written than Pact, except that the first few chapters of Worm are kind of meh. Would recommend both! And HPMOR obviously, except that HPMOR is extremely polarizing in that some people and love it and some people can't stand it and I suspect the latter group is much more numerous. Edited February 21, 2015 by Moogle 1
Popular Post Argent he/him Posted February 21, 2015 Popular Post Posted February 21, 2015 Wow, I haven't been this tired on any other signing. It was supposed to be two hours, and I - and Kurk - left after five (when Brandon left). I need to sleep, but here's what I can give you for now. First, a link to my Google Drive where I post these things. As I am writing this, the Q&A + Reading (of Perfect State) and Extra (which is when I and Kurk harrassed Brandon with our lists of questions) are already uploaded, and the Signing Line file is uploading. It will probably upload quickly, so if you don't see it, keep checking. Second, a quick recap of the event. The format shouldn't come as a surprise to any of you - Brandon opened up with a short intro about how these things go, followed up by some stories (the theme this tour has been creativity and how we can all value it a little more), then a reading from Perfect State (which should be coming out as an exclusive on, I think Minicon is what he said), and finally an open Q&A - which didn't have any Cosmere questions. Usually we get one or two, but this time nothing. 'twas a sad time. After all this, of course, we moved on to signing and personalizing people's books. Very few questions were about the Cosmere, but we did have a few interesting people. A few physics majors, as well as a few other hardcore science people were strategically dispersed throughout the line. There was a kid - can't give him more than 12 years, my guess - who came up with a list of hand-written questions that has to have had* come from 17S, they were just too poignant. This kid made me happy. Kid, if you are here, /highfive, keep on rocking. We had another kid who cosplayed... something. I am sorry, it must be an obvious thing (white robe and a walking stick), and I feel horrible for not recognizing it; Brandon is going to post a photo of him sometime. I did meet up with Kurk and (briefly) a few other Sharders. I was asked if I work at the bookshop, presumably because I hung around Brandon for the entire duration of the signing - this is becoming a theme I am mostly happy with. Somebody wrote Brandon a letter while we all waited. There were a lot of writers on this signing - kudos to all of them. Third, a couple of noteworthy questions. There were two questions Brandon asked me to pause the recording for (I asked about Renarin's visions and how they tie in with his Surges - I can't share the answer with you, but he did point me to a relevant page; I'll need to do some heavy thinking and speculating, but on my own - book #3 should be good!). Gavilar's black sphere will also be "used" (Brandon's word, before he hastily changed to something like "show up") in Book #3, so we'll find out what it is then. Also, he is working with some guys to develop a Stormlight tabletop (I think) game, the idea being that players will fight across chasms. And Obliteration from Firefight? That's Jim Butcher, if you were curious. If anyone wants to transcribe, be my guest. Outside of me, Kurk, and a couple of other people, there were almost no interesting Cosmere questions, and almost no new information on things like Brandon's life, writing, and so on. Unfortunately, I didn't think to write down the time marks when those thing happen, so somebody will have to enjoy hours of signing line to get to those bits. I probably won't have time, not in the next few-days-to-few-weeks. And finally, there are no unicorns in the Cosmere, and currently there aren't any plans to add them. I know. I asked. * The fact that I can write these last few words makes me hate the English language so much... P.S. I forgot to ask a Reckoners question, sorry guys. I went through almost all of my questions, but I hadn't written those down, so it didn't even cross my mind until it was too late... 18
Moogle Posted February 21, 2015 Posted February 21, 2015 (edited) Thanks, Argent! You've now inspired me to reread every Renarin chapter ever. Edited February 21, 2015 by Moogle 1
Aleksiel Posted February 21, 2015 Posted February 21, 2015 My guess is Shallan's scene when she drew Yalb and the others surviving in WoR (or may be even when she drew Shalash) will be more helpful than Renarin's chapters. Thank you, Argent! No eye color question or did I miss it? 1
Argent he/him Posted February 21, 2015 Posted February 21, 2015 (edited) Somebody asked it, it's in the Signing Line audio. Brandon's answer was vague. Two things I remember from it: 1. Shallan's eyes are already light, so no change, and 2. Some eye colors in modern Roshar are genetic mutations. Edited February 21, 2015 by Argent 9
skaa he/him Posted February 21, 2015 Posted February 21, 2015 (edited) I accidentally downvoted Argent. Sorry. Someone please fix my mistake. I wanted to upvote that post. Thanks! Edit: Thanks, WEZ! Edited February 21, 2015 by skaa
AerionBFII he/him Posted February 21, 2015 Posted February 21, 2015 I accidentally downvoted Argent. Sorry. Don't worry i got your back 17th Sharders FTW. 2
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