#sjm multiverse

[chyyy66]

Finding out Bryaxis is a girl was probably my 2nd favorite thing from the podcast last night

It just makes so much sense ..

[a-small-lemon]

Guys, Asterin did get to see Manon bring their people home. The name Asterin comes from Aster, which is a small purple flower.

It was a small purple flower the Crochans found in the Waste.

Asterin was just waiting for Manon to bring the other witches back too.

[emilystheories]

We know Nesta now has Gwydion. Who do you think will end up w it? Do you think she will keep it? Or do you think it’s going to Gwyn or Elain?

This is fun to think about!

Nesta: She was personally gifted the sword from Bryce (and it is Bryce's sword), so that alone is a reason why she should keep it. However, it's true that she already has Ataraxia, and her (solo) story arc concluded with ACOSF, so it makes sense -- narratively -- for Gwydion to be passed on to someone else. For that to happen, I think we'll have to witness Gwydion 'calling' to another character, in the same way it called to Bryce, so that the sword 'claims' someone else.

Elain: Bryce suggested that Nesta might have a connection to Gwydion, given the Starborn tattoo previously inked on her back (likely due to her being Made by the Cauldron). So, it stands to reason that Elain will also have that same connection -- particularly knowing the Cauldron loved Elain. I'm also reminded of the fact that Theia in mythology is the goddess of sight and prophecy (just like Elain's seer abilities), and the Mask "purred" in the presence of Bryce's Starborn power (in the same way the Cauldron "purred" for Elain). However, the one drawback is that it's likely Elain's story won't involve the need for a sword (instead showcasing "a different kind of strength").

Gwyn: In comparison, Gwyn's story likely will involve a sword, and I can see her and the Valkyries building a home within the Dusk Court. I also recall that SJM retconned details regarding Sangravah; that the Cauldron leg "fuelled" the priestesses' gifts -- which includes Gwyn. I can see Sarah using this as an avenue to connect Gwyn to the Cauldron/Made/Starborn storyline (especially knowing that Gwyn "glows" in a manner that is reminiscent of Cauldron-made items, as well as the star in Bryce's chest). However, Gwyn did say in ACOSF that she would name a future sword "Silver Majesty" -- and yet Gwydion is wholly black (and, already has two names). Nesta's Made sword, however, is both silver and is infused with her silver flames, so I can see Gwyn using that instead.

Mor: HOFAS makes clear that Gwydion belongs to the female heir of Theia. In Midgard, this is Bryce, but Mor could potentially have a claim to this title in Prythian, given that she and Rhys descend from Silene. Mor has the same blonde hair as Theia and Fionn, she is regularly referred to as a 'queen,' and her family previously ruled the Prison Island -- what was once known as the Dusk Court. For these reasons, I can see Gwydion calling to Mor -- a sword she would indeed use, as both a warrior and future member of the Valkyries.

I can then see Truth-Teller calling to Emerie, now that we know for sure it's an Illyrian knife once belonging to Enalius. I think this would be particularly poetic; the Illyrians hold so much contempt for females, but the sacred weapon of their people goes to an Illyrian woman instead. Azriel's involvement in handing over this knife to Emerie (and the future it signals for a more progressive Illyria) would also be befitting of his character arc.

So, my money is on Gwydion and Truth-Teller going to Mor and Emerie. Thank you for the ask! <3

[chyyy66]

Clowning season has started for me …

Rumor has it that Sarah is going to announce the next ACOTAR book on December 21st

I’m manifesting the fuck out of this

[chyyy66]

OH MY HOD SARAH J MAAS WHAT THE FUCK

[harperbrynne]

I need Aelin to meet the Hewn City. Just once.

[harperbrynne]

“The magic does the folding—and all we do is take a step to get from one place to another. Sometimes it’s a long step, and you can feel the dark fabric of the world as you pass through it. A shorter step, let’s say from one end of the room to the other, would barely register. It’s a rare gift, and a helpful one. Though only the stronger Fae can do it. The more powerful you are, the farther you can jump between places in one go.” (ACOMAF, pg78)

I wonder if it would be possible to winnow to another world

[lunaatthezoo]

favorite SJM bromance?

Chaol+Dorian

Az+Cass

Hunt+Baxian

Tamlin+Lucien

Ruhn+Declan+Flynn

Rowan+Aedion

Voting ended onDec 20, 2024