Cosmere Conversations

Episode 43: Words of Brandon Vol. 2

Sep 3, 2019
Dive into the latest revelations from Brandon Sanderson as fans pose intriguing questions at signings. Discover the rich lore surrounding characters like Yim and Lift, and the implications of truth and lineage in the Cosmere. Explore the mysteries of Mistborn abilities, the ethical dilemmas of identity manipulation, and the lore of the Eriali Long Trail. Plus, intriguing parallels between medicine and magic spark fascinating discussions. Get ready for a thought-provoking journey through Sanderson's expansive universe!
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INSIGHT

Brandon's Words Are Everywhere

  • Brandon Sanderson produces a vast amount of supplemental material across events, signings, and online, making tracking difficult.
  • Cosmere fans rely on collections like the Arcanum to aggregate his public remarks and Q&A tidbits.
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Amia Will Appear In A Novella

  • Amia has been visited by both Heralds and Hoid, but will likely be explored in a planned novella rather than Stormlight 4.
  • Brandon intends a novella (like Edge Dancer) featuring characters traveling to Amia.
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Amians Work With Cultivation

  • The Amians and the Diocese have ties to Cultivation and act as discreet agents or operatives on her behalf.
  • Cultivation appears to place and use such groups for strategic influence against Odium's interference.
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