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Shardcast: The Brandon Sanderson Podcast

Mistborn Era 3 Speculation

Jun 30, 2024
Brandon Sanderson fans speculate on Mistborn Era 3 Ghostbloods, discussing tech levels, political dynamics, Trell, protagonist, Kelsier, Cosmere connections, and Discord. They explore alliances, potential storylines, Autonomy vs Harmony, serial killer themes, Kelsier's god-like tendencies, ship names, and futuristic settings. The conversation delves into societal challenges, magical integration, and the influence of worship on deities in the Cosmere universe.
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Quick takeaways

  • The podcast discusses the protagonist's affiliation with the Ghostbloods and the central challenge of tracking down a Mistborn Serial Killer.
  • In book two, the focus shifts to Cold War dynamics and understanding characters' motivations amidst external pressures.

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Book One: Uncovering the Mistborn Serial Killer

There is a central problem to deal with in book one involving a Mistborn Serial Killer that everyone is after for their own reasons. The protagonist, a terrorist woman skilled in Nikroso, Mistwing, gets recruited by the Ghostbloods. The plot revolves around tracking down the killer and dealing with dueling loyalties and escalating tensions.

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