Cosmere Conversations Episode 67: Dawnshard Review
Nov 10, 2020
Brooke and Tyler dive into the exciting world of Dawnshard, exploring its impact on the broader Cosmere universe. They discuss Risen's role and her intriguing transformation after acquiring a Dawn Shard. The conversation touches on unique beings like Cheery Cheery and the evolution of character relationships. Secrets uncovered in Urithiru hint at future conflicts, while themes of identity, power, and empathy resonate throughout. Humor and unity are highlighted in character interactions, making for a lively and insightful discussion packed with lore and speculation.
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Sanderson's Elite Creative Phase
- Brandon Sanderson has moved into an elite, prolific phase and is freely publishing major Cosmere work like Dawnshard alongside larger novels.
- This pace and confidence let him reveal big, cosmos-level plot elements without commercial constraint.
Dawnshard Is Cosmere-Essential
- Dawnshard expands from character-focused novellas to macro Cosmere revelations that are essential to the wider story.
- The novella's scope signals Brandon is accelerating the overarching Cosmere plot.
Minor Characters Gain Major Roles
- Dawnshard assembles minor recurring characters (Risen, Lopen, Chiri-Chiri, Amiens) to reveal their wider roles.
- This strategy deepens multiple threads while pushing new Cosmere lore forward.