Cosmere Conversations Episode 132: Yumi and the Nightmare Painter!!!
Sep 26, 2023
The hosts discuss their excitement about analyzing 'Yumi and the Nightmare Painter' and their plans to incorporate listener thoughts and theories. They explore a unique body swap scenario with a comedic twist. They praise the fascinating world and reveal in the book. They delve into the character of Yumi and her backstory, as well as speculation on Nikaro's appearance and age. They discuss the concept of elevation and its potential downsides. The characters Akane and Tohjin are discussed, highlighting their personalities. They delve into the joy of personal achievement and the obsession with pop culture. They explore the concept of creation and speculate on time travel in the Cosmere universe.
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Hoid's Narrative Voice Experiment
- Yumi is told as a Hoid-frame story aimed at a Risharan audience and experiments with a more traditional narrative voice.
- Brandon used this to trial Hoid's voice for the upcoming Dragonsteel novel.
A Full Cosmere Romance
- The book functions as a rare, explicit romance within the Cosmere and centers courtship on-page.
- That romantic focus generated Brandon's favorite among the secret projects.
Mundane Jobs In A Fantastical City
- Sanderson draws on manga and Final Fantasy influences to craft mundane magical jobs and modern urban settings.
- Painter's role becomes an example of an essential but overlooked worker in a neon, citylike Cosmere locale.