Dear Fantasy Reader Ep. 2 Onyx Storm Battle Brief: Explaining the Final Chapters
Join squadmates Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly for an Onyx Storm Battle Brief as they break down and explain the book's jaw-dropping, emotionally wrecking end chapters. With intense action, foreshadowing, and hidden Easter eggs packed into the finale, it’s no surprise that readers have questions—and they’re here to help clear up the confusion!
In this episode, the Dear Fantasy Reader team delivers a concise summary of the key moments, shedding light on some of the most debated elements of the book’s shocking cliffhanger. Drawing from their deep dive and insights from Rebecca Yarros’ recent Denver Q&A, they unpack the essential details to help make sense of the chaos.
While a full chapter-by-chapter analysis is on the horizon, this discussion stays focused on Onyx Storm’s explosive conclusion—breaking down pivotal scenes and answering top listener questions. Whether you’re looking for clarity or gearing up for a reread, this episode is your ultimate guide to understanding the storm before diving back in!
*All episodes include spoilers for the entirety of Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm*
**PDF RESOURCE OF BULLET POINTS OF KEY MOMENTS, LOCATIONS, AND OBJECTIVES: AVAILABLE ON PATREON http://patreon.com/dearfantasyreaderpodcast**
00:00 Intro
03:18 CH 63 Summary
04:53 CH 64 Summary
06:17 CH 65 Summary
08:08 CH 66 Summary
09:19 How do the final chapters of Onyx Storm potentially overlap?
10:33 Who is Xaden's new "brother"? Who are the possible people it could be?
13:28 Who is Berwyn?
13:57 How did the sage summon Xaden, and why can't Xaden kill the sage?
14:41 Is Jack the Sage's biological son?
15:02 How did Panchek’s dragon die, and did Panchek die?
15:44 Why does Xaden channel knowing he will fully turn venin?
15:59 Did Xaden’s shadows kill dragons?
16:29 What favor was Xaden referring to when talking with Sgaeyl?
17:04 Why did Xaden and Violet get married?
17:53 Did Xaden and Violet marry at the temple in Aretia?
18:10 Can you break down the note that Xaden left Violet?
19:33 What is going to happen to Sgaeyl? Did she break the bond with Xaden? Does she go with Xaden or stay with Tairn?
20:18 Why did Andarna tell Violet "I won't let them burn you"?
20:43 What happened in the 12 hours at the end of Onyx Storm?
21:16 Why were the dragon eggs stolen and who stole them?
21:51 Who killed the elder dragons?
22:03 Who is missing at the end?
22:45 Why did Brennan act shocked when he saw her?
24:40 How did the stone dagger kill Theophanie?
27:37 How to cope with the Onyx Storm Book Hangover: Recommendations
39:14 ****Patreon Shout Outs & Details
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• Season 1: Fourth Wing Deep Dive Through the Lens of Iron Flame
• Season 2: Onyx Storm Prep
• Season 3: Onyx Storm Deep Dive
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• Season 5: The Overflowing TBR — our ongoing collection of bonus book chats, reactions, wild theories, and anything that doesn’t fit into a formal season but absolutely deserve their moment.
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Rebecca Yarros Onyx Storm Variety Interview Article - https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/onyx-storm-ending-spoilers-book-4-rebecca-yarros-fourth-wing-tv-series-1236292971/
TIKTOK RY Denver Q&A Part 1 - https://www.tiktok.com/@hannahmichelle13/video/7467090639331691822
INSTAGRAM RY Denver Q&A Part 1 - https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFmrgLERT8u/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
Dain Fanfic “The Burning Point” by Shadowhandss60- https://archiveofourown.org/works/62590135?view_adult=true
Xaden POV Fourth Wing Fanfic by belle_beebee - https://archiveofourown.org/works/48857872?view_full_work=true
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