Colin

What I'm getting at is that the Alcatraz series could be connected by Universe physics and concepts, like the three realms (Physical, Cognitive, and Spiritual). And I know the Alcatraz series is a way for Brandon to have fun, I just like to make connections. And for a such a goofy series, there are some pretty dark underlying tones within it. Especially the fifth book in general.

I understand that, it's just that I was wondering if there was any connection, not that Earth is in the Cosmere, but in a way connected to it. Like how the reservoir of power that allows Smedrys to power glass is similar to things like the Dor and other energies made out of Adolnasium. It's probably just that it's all written by Sanderson, so it's hard not to make connections.

Similar story with me (except the whole psychiatrist thing). By far the best Fantasy writer out there. Great fandom, too.

Now, Sanderson said it wasn't in the Cosmere, but I found something interesting. In the story The Emperor's Soul, objects specifically have a cognitive identity. In Alcatraz vs The Dark Talent, the Shamer's lens make objects explode from embarrassment. right? When using the lens, Alcatraz heard the thoughts of the objects until they blew up. They described how they felt about how they appear to others. Sound familiar? The Cognitive Realm. Using Soul Stamps, you can change how an object views itself, along with others, to the extent of changing history. Am I just grasping at straws, or could I be seeing an actual connection?