96. The Strength of the Few (Chapters 14–24)

This week’s read‑along takes us deep into the chaos of The Strength of the Few, and Vis is somehow juggling trauma, politics, murder attempts, duels, and multiverse logistics like it’s a normal Tuesday. In this episode, we break down Chapters 14–24 and all the wild moments that had us screaming, theorising, and questioning every single character’s life choices.

Here’s what we get into:

• Lanistia’s chilling confession about her blackout attack and the ominous phrase she remembers from the ruins.
• Emissa’s emotional reveal about why she stabbed Vis during the Iudicium and the dangerous favour she offers now.
• Vis’s unhinged infiltration plan, convincing a Gleaner to “kill” him just enough to sneak into Duat.
• Deaglan’s chaotic new life in Lucium, complete with accusations, omens, and a duel with the King’s Champion.
• Our biggest questions and predictions, from Sappers and Adoption to who’s cheating blood tests and what the Festival of Pletuna is really setting up.

If you’re reading along, tell us your thoughts, this section was packed, confusing, brilliant, and absolutely wild. And next week, we’re diving into Chapters 25–37, so get ready.