Last month, we hit 25,000 subscribers! Wow! To celebrate, we did a Q&A liveshow, which we are posting here. If you like our content, support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/17thshard For discussion, theories, games, and news, come to https://www.17thshard.com Come talk with us and the community on the 17th Shard Discord: https://discord.gg/17thshard Want to learn more about the cosmere and more? The Coppermind Wiki is where it's at: https://coppermind.net Read all Words of Brandon on Arcanum: https://wob.coppermind.net Subscribe to Shardcast: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/users/soundcloud:users:102123174/sounds.rss Send your Who's That Cosmere Characters to wtcc@17thshard.com

There were some surprising, unexplained, and straight up weird things in Wind and Truth. Let's talk about them! This episode we have David (Windrunner), Ian (Weiry), Rosemary(Kaymyth), and Bonnie (Cosmeregirl)! 00:00:00 Introductions 00:00:56 The Fourth Moon 00:46:55 The Well of Control 01:12:34 Crystal Spikes 01:47:12 Taln's Attempt to Kill Cultivation 02:00:47 Who's That Cosmere Character If you like our content, support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/17thshard Purchase merch here! https://store.17thshard.com/ For discussion, theories, games, and news, come to https://www.17thshard.com Come talk with us and the community on the 17th Shard Discord: https://discord.gg/17thshard Want to learn more about the cosmere and more? The Coppermind Wiki is where it's at: https://coppermind.net Read all Words of Brandon on Arcanum: https://wob.coppermind.net Subscribe to Shardcast: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/users/soundcloud:users:102123174/sounds.rss Send your Who's That Cosmere Characters to wtcc@17thshard.com

It's time to talk about the three Stormlight Lost Tales, the Storydeck stories that came out as card packs at Dragonsteel Nexus. The three are Elsecaller (the Jasnah story during Words of Radiance), King Lopen the First of Alethkar (Lopen and Elhokar at the ending of Words of Radiance), and The Chasmfriends Get a New Pet! (a noncanonical children's story). Dragonsteel later sold the cards separately, but are sold out now. But we hope you enjoy this episode anyway! Listen on to see what we thought of these stories. Episode does contain some Wind and Truth spoilers during Elsecaller and Lopen segments. This episode we have Eric (Chaos), Ian (Weiry), Evgeni (Argent), and Ene (AonEne)! Thumbnail is card art for King Lopen the First of Alethkar, by Marie Seeberger: https://www.instagram.com/p/DD0bPqSIH8k/?img_index=7 Cards are sold out, but the listings are: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/products/storydeck-box?_pos=4&_sid=aef7e52e2&_ss=r https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/products/story-deck-3-packs?_pos=3&_sid=aef7e52e2&_ss=r 0:00:00 Introductions 0:02:51 The Chasmfriends Get A New Pet! 0:14:04 Elsecaller (Some Wind and Truth Spoilers) 0:32:11 Interesting Elsecaller things 0:59:04 Everstorm Stuff 1:18:29 Other Gripes, Matching WoR Epilogue 1:36:25 King Lopen The First of Alethkar (Some WaT Spoilers) 1:47:38 Storydeck format 1:53:42 More Lopen 2:07:41 Who's That Cosmere Character If you like our content, support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/17thshard Purchase merch here! https://store.17thshard.com/ For discussion, theories, games, and news, come to https://www.17thshard.com Come talk with us and the community on the 17th Shard Discord: https://discord.gg/17thshard Want to learn more about the cosmere and more? The Coppermind Wiki is where it's at: https://coppermind.net Read all Words of Brandon on Arcanum: https://wob.coppermind.net Subscribe to Shardcast: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/users/soundcloud:users:102123174/sounds.rss Send your Who's That Cosmere Characters to wtcc@17thshard.com #brandonsanderson #stormlight #cosmere

Dive deep into the tumultuous history of Roshar as the hosts explore the founding of the Oathpact and the formation of the Knights Radiant. Discover the catastrophic consequences of the Recreance and the mysterious Fourth Moon's influence on magic. The conversation touches on the complex dynamics between humans and singers, the evolution of Vorin religion, and the burden of war on characters like Kalak. Delve into the aftermath of monumental events and the enigma of the Sleepless, while reflecting on the ongoing struggle against Odium.

Well, we sure learned about the deep history of Roshar with Wind and Truth, so let's talk about it now! This episode we have Evgeni (Argent), David (Windrunner), Joshua (jofwu), Verónica (Cheyenne Sedai), and Adim (AAKS)! Today's thumbnail is one of our art commissions of Ashyn, by Hugh Hammons: https://www.patreon.com/posts/may-2024-art-108550538 0:00:00 Introduction 0:02:42 10,000 Years Ago: Honor's Arrival 0:29:19 8,000 Years Ago: Odium's Arrival 1:01:12 7,100 Years Ago: Destruction of Ashyn, Exodus 1:24:27 7,050 Years Ago: Shards Make Accommodations, First Desolation Ramps Up 1:50:06 Final Thoughts 2:04:47 Who's That Cosmere Character If you like our content, support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/17thshard Purchase merch here! https://store.17thshard.com/ For discussion, theories, games, and news, come to https://www.17thshard.com Come talk with us and the community on the 17th Shard Discord: https://discord.gg/17thshard Want to learn more about the cosmere and more? The Coppermind Wiki is where it's at: https://coppermind.net Read all Words of Brandon on Arcanum: https://wob.coppermind.net Subscribe to Shardcast: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/users/soundcloud:users:102123174/sounds.rss Send your Who's That Cosmere Characters to wtcc@17thshard.com

Let's finish up Dragonsteel 2024 Words of Brandon by throwing the Heralds into black holes. Hell, why not Adonalsium, too? This episode we have Eric (Chaos), Evgeni (Argent), Grace (thegatorgirl), and Shannon (Grey)! Chapters: 0:00:00 Introduction 0:01:15 Sel magic location based 0:18:23 Division and microkinesis 0:29:13 The Bands of Mourning 0:30:48 Taln 0:38:38 Heralds in black holes 0:53:11 Larkins 0:57:10 Aluminum and Stormlight leakage 1:04:12 Anti-Stormlight and Dawnshards 1:07:57 RoW in Rall Elorim!? 1:17:09 Aviar 1:20:46 Spren bonding two people 1:28:43 BAM healing broken bonds 1:31:53 All God Metal powers 1:35:43 Autonomy mimicking magics 1:40:07 Kandra mimicking babies 1:46:21 Who's That Cosmere Character If you like our content, support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/17thshard Purchase merch here! https://store.17thshard.com/ For discussion, theories, games, and news, come to https://www.17thshard.com Come talk with us and the community on the 17th Shard Discord: https://discord.gg/17thshard Want to learn more about the cosmere and more? The Coppermind Wiki is where it's at: https://coppermind.net Read all Words of Brandon on Arcanum: https://wob.coppermind.net Subscribe to Shardcast: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/users/soundcloud:users:102123174/sounds.rss Send your Who's That Cosmere Characters to wtcc@17thshard.com

Dive into the fascinating dynamics of the Oathpact and its impact on beloved characters like Kaladin. Explore the complexities of his new herald powers, the transformative nature of the Everstorm, and the intricate relationships among the Heralds. Lively discussions on the ethical dilemmas of combat and the evolution of alliances reveal the characters' struggles and growth. The humor shines through as they engage in a guessing game about the expansive Cosmere, making connections that deepen the lore and excite fans.

Dive into the fascinating discussions on the complexities of dragons in the Cosmere and the mystery surrounding Nightblood's origins. Enjoy whimsical speculation about feline-themed characters and a light-hearted debate over a gambler's identity. The hosts explore the evolution of cultural magic systems and the philosophical implications of honor and charity. Additionally, they tackle the intricacies of the Cognitive Realm, character dynamics, and engage listeners with fun guessing games that reveal deep lore insights.

Let's talk about what the first five books have all been leading to... the contest of champions! Obviously, massive Wind and Truth spoilers are ahead! This episode we have Eric (Chaos), Ian (Weiry), Evgeni (Argent), Grace (thegatorgirl), and Adim (AAKS)! Amazing thumbnail for this episode by Connor Chamberlain, which we commissioned. Check him out here (but you've seen other thumbs with his art): https://coppermind.net/wiki/Coppermind:Artists/Connor_Chamberlain Chapters: 0:00:00 Introductions 0:01:19 Big spoilers 0:03:10 Odium's champion 0:20:44 The real contest 0:34:28 The Intents 1:06:43 The Broken One? 1:15:58 The Blackthorn 1:38:18 Effects on Roshar, Everstorm 2:03:18 Cosmere, Time Dilation 2:11:24 Kharbranth, Wrapping Up 2:28:34 Who's That Cosmere Character If you like our content, support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/17thshard Purchase merch here! https://store.17thshard.com/ For discussion, theories, games, and news, come to https://www.17thshard.com Come talk with us and the community on the 17th Shard Discord: https://discord.gg/17thshard Want to learn more about the cosmere and more? The Coppermind Wiki is where it's at: https://coppermind.net Read all Words of Brandon on Arcanum: https://wob.coppermind.net Subscribe to Shardcast: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/users/soundcloud:users:102123174/sounds.rss Send your Who's That Cosmere Characters to wtcc@17thshard.com

The previous record for our longest episode ever was very short-lived, with even more reactions to Wind and Truth trumping the first Shardcast on this book by almost 40 minutes! Join in as we discuss the fifth Stormlight book. This episode we have Evgeni (Argent), Alyx (Feather), Shannon (Grey), Marvin (Paleo), and Ene (AonEne). Chapters: 00:00:00 Introductions 00:03:50 Spoiler-free Thoughts 00:12:15 Contest of Champions 00:36:26 Outcome of the Contest 00:45:10 Retribution 00:56:07 The True Desolation 01:10:01 Herald Kaladin 01:21:15 Syl and Kaladin 01:38:04 Chana 01:48:17 Adolin 02:11:43 Dalinar & Navani 02:41:32 Kaladin & Szeth 02:59:01 TW: Suicide 03:09:08 Flute Scene 03:17:58 Renarin & Rlain 03:29:57 Shallan 03:42:55 Jasnah 04:04:28 Sigzil & Venli 04:12:47 Interludes 04:25:13 Lightning Round If you like our content, support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/17thshard For discussion, theories, games, and news, come to https://www.17thshard.com Come talk with us and the community on the 17th Shard Discord: https://discord.gg/17thshard Want to learn more about the cosmere and more? The Coppermind Wiki is where it's at: https://coppermind.net Read all Words of Brandon on Arcanum: https://wob.coppermind.net Subscribe to Shardcast: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/users/soundcloud:users:102123174/sounds.rss Send your Who's That Cosmere Characters to wtcc@17thshard.com