I like how you've caught us up with all but one of the main factions in the very first chapter, and at least now we know what Vielle has been doing for the last 10 years. Thanks for allowing us to dispense with that cliffhanger! I also thought this period was probably when/how the high-house elves learned to live in harmony with nature, and now that's been addressed.
Makes one wonder, though, why the Endarkened haven't bothered with the Astromancer and his crew, especially since they've apparently eliminated all the other isolated holdings. I'm thinking maybe Virulion is aware of the Astromancer in the same way he was aware of Ivrulion, and for reasons of his own is letting that play out and/or providing subtle encouragement. Or maybe he thinks it would be fun to see what those three factions do to eliminate themselves, and then he can just swoop in and pick off the leavings.
Looking forward to the rest of your first 100 pages!
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Makes one wonder, though, why the Endarkened haven't bothered with the Astromancer and his crew, especially since they've apparently eliminated all the other isolated holdings. I'm thinking maybe Virulion is aware of the Astromancer in the same way he was aware of Ivrulion, and for reasons of his own is letting that play out and/or providing subtle encouragement. Or maybe he thinks it would be fun to see what those three factions do to eliminate themselves, and then he can just swoop in and pick off the leavings.
Looking forward to the rest of your first 100 pages!
Terry