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Dragons in the Details: A Crescent City & Maasverse Deep Dive Podcast
Dragons in the Details is the podcast that helps YOU better understand your favorite books. We never recap chapters—we find new insights, make new connections, and give you those WOW moments you love. WARNING: Once you hear these theories, you can't unhear them. Join Abby and Ronnie as we laugh, cry, and lose our minds diving deep into the internet's favorite stories! Season 3: Crescent City - New Episodes every Monday! Season 2: ACOTAR Season 1: The Empyrean
- 92 - Threshing Day: Xaden POV Deep Dive | WHAT is going on with Xaden’s Family Tree?!?
We are BACK this week to talk about the FIERCEST dragon on the continent and her stubborn, shadow wielding son - Sgaeyl and Xaden! We’re breaking down what exactly went down with Alic, Xaden, and Molvic; laying out all the possible scenarios for Xaden’s family tree; and pondering what exactly Xaden’s mission is and how Sgaeyl fits into it. Plus - the Baran name reveal, Fen kept Xaden away from aristocrats, and did Kaori have a hand in developing Xaden’s second signet?
As usual, you’ll be getting theories and updates galore in this week’s episode. And after this one, you’ll be getting an episode for each chapter. We are still working out exactly what that will look like, but we think each of these stories deserves their own episode. So hang with us as we uncover every clue, go down every rabbit hole, and spiral together during our Threshing Day Coverage!
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NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for the entire Empyrean Series! That is Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, Onyx Storm, and Threshing Day!
00:40 Where do you Fall on the Rat to Rabbit Cuteness Scale?
04:32 Start of Guinea Pig Trauma
06:07 End of Guinea Pig Trauma and Episode Overview!
07:32 Announcements
09:29 Fun Question: Who Teaches Sex Ed at Basgiath?
11:55 Corrections, Omissions, Social Media Shout Outs
17:29 Stats!!
26:00 What's Going On with Molvic in this Chapter?
35:14 What do we Learn About Xaden's Family Tree?
01:13:21 What New Things did we Learn About Xaden in this Chapter?
01:29:29 What is Xaden's Mission?
01:37:58 Why Didn't we get the Baran Name Reveal Until Now?
01:44:16 Pre-Cog Corner
ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Dragons in the Details is the podcast that helps YOU better understand your favorite books. We never recap chapters—we find new insights, make new connections, and give you those WOW moments you love. WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for the entire ACOTAR series. The "Maasverse" section contains spoilers for Throne of Glass and Crescent City.
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Mon, 19 Oct 2026 - 1h 50min - 91 - Threshing Day Reactions | HOLY EASTER EGGS! We need to talk about ALL OF IT!
OH MY GODS WHAT AN INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCE THAT WAS. Babes, it’s finally time for us to talk about Threshing Day and we are oh so excited to be back in this world! What a ride!
Join your favorite off-the-wall theorists and insane book besties Abby and Ronnie as they react to Threshing Day. What were our favorite moments? Who were our favorite POVs? Who do we like more now?
And more importantly - What’s going on with all the bleeding? The dragons are lying about…everything?? What do you mean we met ASHER?!? BONDING OUTSIDE THRESHING IS ON THE TABLE?!?! We have so many thoughts and we need to talk about all of them with you!
Don’t worry! This is our reactions episode, but you will be getting 13 episodes after this - one for each chapter. We are still working out exactly what that will look like, but we think each of these stories deserves their own episode. So hang with us as we uncover every clue, go down every rabbit hole, and spiral together during our Threshing Day Coverage!
NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for the entire Empyrean Series! That is Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, Onyx Storm, and Threshing Day!
00:29 Soup Season is BACK!!
10:51 Episode Overview: Threshing Day Reactions!
12:56 Announcements
16:34 Fun Question: Which Characters do we Like More Now?
26:53 Our High Level Thoughts on Threshing Day
31:22 Our Favorite POVs
39:56 Let's Talk About Kaori
53:49 What's Up with the Blood?
01:13:00 WE. MET. ASHER!!!!!
01:22:24 Why are the Dragons Lying?
01:43:05 Bonding Beyond Threshing is ON. THE. TABLE. Let's Discuss
01:47:32 Pre-Cog Corner
ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Dragons in the Details is the podcast that helps YOU better understand your favorite books. We never recap chapters—we find new insights, make new connections, and give you those WOW moments you love. WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for the entire ACOTAR series. The "Maasverse" section contains spoilers for Throne of Glass and Crescent City.
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Mon, 12 Oct 2026 - 1h 59min - 90 - Crescent City: Starsword and Truth-Teller Deep Dive | What will happen with the Starsword now??
Babes!! We are back for our last episode of our Crescent City season! We probably could have kept talking about Crescent City for months, but we’ve got new releases coming out so sadly we must be moving on. We thought, what better way to end this season that with the Starsword and Truth Teller - both of which we have a strong suspicion will make appearances in ACOTAR 6. We’re breaking down their powers, diving deep on who can and can’t wield them, and theorizing on why we’re going to need a Prince of Hel on Prythian. Lot’s of juicy theories this episode - you won’t want to miss it!
NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that!
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CHAPTERS:
01:38 - IT’S CALLED A COLD OPEN!
06:29 - Episode Overview: Starsword and Truth Teller Deep Dive
08:03 - Announcements
09:45 - Fun Question
15:29 - How was the Starsword Made? We have different stories!
32:11 - What are the Starswords Powers?
42:19 - What are Truth Teller’s Powers?
59:42 - Who can and can’t tough the Starsword and Truth Teller?
01:14:34 - What happens when you unite the Starsword and Truth Teller?
01:24:04 - Why does Bryce leave the starsword with Nesta?
01:34:20 - TOG Omissions
01:35:39 - Precog corner
ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Dragons in the Details is the podcast that helps YOU better understand your favorite books. We never recap chapters—we find new insights, make new connections, and give you those WOW moments you love. WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for the entire ACOTAR series. The "Maasverse" section contains spoilers for Throne of Glass and Crescent City.
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Mon, 05 Oct 2026 - 1h 45min - 89 - Crescent City: Asteri Deep Dive | What Powers do they ACTUALLY have? (Quite a few, it turns out!)
Babes!! We are back this week with a very exciting episode on Crescent City’s cruel parasitic overlords - The Asteri! We’re diving deep on the Asteri’s powers, investigating why we never see them wield the Trove, and finally getting to the bottom of why Hesperus and Vesperus are both called the Evening Star. Plus, in our Maasverse section, we break down the different types of world walking we’ve seen across the Maasverse, question if there’s a drop in Erilea, and ponder who Rigelus might have disguised himself as. So if you’ve ever wondered why the Asteri on Midgard seem so much weaker than the Asteri on Prythian, tune in to this week’s episode to find out!
NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that!
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 Married Friends and Reading Things You Disagree With
11:23 Intro and Announcements: Still on Crescent City! Not For Long Though!
15:06 Fun Question: Bryce and Hunt on Vaca
16:59 COSMS: Nina’s Theory on Clotho’s Hands and Fate
19:09 DEEP DIVE! What are the Asteri’s Powers?
41:39 Why Do the Asteri Never Wield the Trove?
53:58 Why are Vesperus and Hesperus Both Evening Stars?
01:02:10 MAASVERSE SPOILERS: What is the difference between Asteri & Valg Worldwalking?
01:17:53 Is there a drop in Erilea?
01:34:35 Who was Rigelus in Erilea?
01:44:37 PRECOG CORNER: Asteri Imposters & Maeve’s True Nature
ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Dragons in the Details is the podcast that helps YOU better understand your favorite books. We never recap chapters—we find new insights, make new connections, and give you those WOW moments you love. WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for the entire ACOTAR series. The "Maasverse" section contains spoilers for Throne of Glass and Crescent City.
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Mon, 28 Sep 2026 - 1h 52min - 88 - Crescent City: Jesiba Roga Deep Dive | What’s Really in The Library of Parthos?
Babes!! We are very excited to be bringing this week’s episode about our favorite librarian-priestess / witch / sorceress / gallery owner - Jesiba Roga. We’re breaking down Jesiba’s powers, exactly what happened when Apollion “touched” her, everything we know about Parthos, and more! Plus, Ronnie has a killer theory on why Apollion is so obsessed with Jesiba and her books. So if you want to know why Jesiba was so hell bent on protecting her library, and why it matters that she’s now left it to Bryce, tune in to this week’s episode!
NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that!
Character art for this episode cover is by nym.phen!
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CHAPTERS:
00:33 Well Baby, What Was That?
07:53 Episode Overview
09:33 Announcements
13:07 Fun Question: Choose Your Podcast Co-Host
15:16 Corrections, Omissions, Social Media Shout Outs
20:32 What are Jesiba Roga's Powers?
46:26 What Happened with Jesiba and Apollion?
01:05:32 What do Know About the Library of Parthos?
01:18:28 Why did Jesiba Give Bryce an Archesian Amulet?
01:33:10 Why did Jesiba Leave the Gallery to Bryce?
01:41:57 Maasverse Omissions
01:46:28 Pre-Cog Corner
ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Dragons in the Details is the podcast that helps YOU better understand your favorite books. We never recap chapters—we find new insights, make new connections, and give you those WOW moments you love. WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for the entire ACOTAR series. The "Maasverse" section contains spoilers for Throne of Glass and Crescent City.
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Mon, 21 Sep 2026 - 1h 54min - 87 - Re-Release: ACOTAR Book 6 Predictions! What did we get Right and Wrong?
Babes! We are giving you not one, but two episodes this week since we miss you all so much! We couldn't decide whether or not to re-release our Koschei Deep Dive or our ACOTAR 6 Predictions episode, so we thought, why not both? So here it is in all it's glory. This episode was recorded before we even knew ACOTAR 6 was being release, before Sarah J. Maas went on Call Her Daddy, before any of it. So if the predictions are a little wacky, that's why! But either way, we hope you enjoy it!
Original Show Notes:
**DISCLAIMER: This episode was recorded BEFORE the Sarah J Maas interview on Call Her Daddy was released. But we still feel good about it. So we’re releasing it!***
WHAT’S GOING TO HAPPEN IN ACOTAR 6?? In the final episode of our ACOTAR season, Abby and Ronnie break down their predictions for book six. From our POV characters (could we get as many as eight?) to the major plot points (looking at you, Koschei) we’re breaking down allllll our thoughts. Will Elain and Azriel ever find love? Will we get a redemption arc for one of our least favorite characters? And how much of the Maasverse will you have to read ahead of time? Find out our thoughts in this episode of Dragons in the Details!
NOTE ON SPOILERS: We break our episodes into ACOTAR-Only and Maasverse sections, with the Maasverse sections at the end. There will be NO MAASVERSE SPOILERS in the ACOTAR only sections, but we will cover the entirety of the A Court of Thorns and Roses series in the ACOTAR sections. So whether you’ve only been to Prythian or you’ve explored the entire Maasverse, this podcast is for you!
CHAPTERS:
00:00 This Episode was Recorded Before Call her Daddy
06:51 Episode Overview: Book 6 Predictions
10:22 Announcements: Read Crescent City
12:48 Corrections, Omissions, Social Media Shout Outs
19:11 Who will be our POV characters?
29:50 Who will be our Book 6 Villain?
33:38 What Will be the Major Plot Points?
48:29 How Could a Tamlin Redemption Arc Play Out?
57:00 What do we want to happen? (Guilty Pleasure)
01:06:21 Transitioning to the Mass Verse: Spoilers Ahead
01:07:11 Maasverse: Corrections, Omissions, Social Media Shout Outs
01:14:22 Will Book 6 be a Maasverse book?
01:25:33 Will more Maasverse Secrets be Revealed?
01:30:03 End of Season Reflections
01:38:15 Pre-cog Corner
ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Dragons in the Details is the podcast that helps YOU better understand your favorite books. We never recap chapters—we find new insights, make new connections, and give you those WOW moments you love. WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for the entire ACOTAR series. The "Maasverse" section contains spoilers for Throne of Glass and Crescent City.
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Wed, 16 Sep 2026 - 1h 52min - 86 - Re-Release: ACOTAR: Koschei Deep Dive
Babes! In honor of confirmation of Koschei as our Valkerie Cycle villain, we decided we would take it back to our Koschei Deep Dive from last season. We get into all the lore, theories, and banter you love, and we even have a tie in to the Valkyriesl! One things for sure - after this episode, we're getting really excited about Koschei being our big bad for books 6-8. Hope you enjoy!
Who is the villain of ACOTAR 6? In this deep dive podcast episode, we explore the Slavic folklore behind Koschei the Deathless to predict Sarah J. Maas's next moves in the ACOTAR series. Discover the mysterious powers of Koschei, the intriguing Onyx Box theory, and the secrets behind the Swan Maidens. Plus, we dive into the Maasverse lore with connections to Throne of Glass and Crescent City, unraveling the nature of the Death Gods. Whether you're a fan of Feyre's journey or the wider Maasverse, this episode offers deep insights and new theories.
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Dragons in the Details is your go-to podcast for detailed Romantasy lore explorations—no chapter recaps, just fresh insights and thoughtful connections. Please note: spoilers for the full ACOTAR series for the entire episode, and for Throne of Glass, and Crescent City in our Maasverse section.. Subscribe and join the conversation!
00:00 The Great Sheet Debate
02:52 Episode Overview: Koschei Deep Dive
07:59 SEASON 3 ANNOUNCEMENT!! WE WILL BE COVERING...
13:24 COSMS: Confirmation that Lucien is Helion's Heir?
16:02 COSMS: We're not here for plot holes!
20:02 Fun Q: What are the Death Gods favorite board games?
22:43 What are Koschei's Powers?
38:22 What's in Koschei's box?
48:57 Who are the Swan Maidens?
01:02:15 COSMs: Vassa Vassa Vassa
01:08:11 What are the Death Gods? (Maasverse)
01:44:48 Reading Corner: The Will of the Many!
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Mon, 14 Sep 2026 - 1h 48min - 85 - Feed Drop: Dragons in the Details on STAN
Babes! This week we had the immense pleasure of being guest on STAN, a podcast that observes and examines all things fandom.
We sit down with host Allegra to discuss the ACOTAR fandom, romantasy at large, and why these books are for everyone.
Show notes:
I am the rock against which the surf crashes. Nothing can break me.
Our angelic guests Abby and Ronnie (from @DragonsintheDetailsPod) lead the conversation on Sarah J Maas’s A Court of Thorn’s and Roses (ACOTAR) series. We get into the depth and complexity of fantasy world building, the frustrating societal tendency to denigrate media and literature intended for women, the positive impact of elevating relationships written for the female gaze. Tangents include…
The unfortunate series of events that led to all the teen stars of game of thrones witnessing me have a panic attackThe ‘clean’ vs ‘dirty’ boy dichotemy The underrated ecstasy of organised fun!You can find more of Dragons in the Details on their website: https://www.dragonsinthedetails.com/
We cannot thank Allegra enough for having us on as guests. We hope you have as much fun listening to the episode as we did making it!
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Babes!! We are finally digging into one of our lady of science, (former) queen of the witches, the head of House of Flame and Shadow herself - Hypaxia Enador! Low-key, after recording this episode, we both forgot how great Hypaxia is. Ronnie and Abby sit down to talk Hypaxia’s powers (including her terrible necromancy), her tutors (how old is too old?), and what it means that she seems to have replaced the Under-King. Plus in our full Maasverse section we dive deep on just ~ where ~ those healing abilities of her came from. Buckle up, this week’s episode is a wild ride!
NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that!
Character art for this episode was provided by elizianna.the.one!
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CHAPTERS:
00:00:00 Discovering Sleep Token!
00:03:21 Everyone Needs to Read Because I Killed Him
00:08:38 VERY EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENTS
00:12:29 If We Hosted Our Faves on the Pod
00:17:14 What are Hypaxia's Powers?
00:49:23 Why Did the Under King Want Hypaxia in HOFAS?
01:14:33 What Does It Mean That Hypaxia is Now Head of HOFAS?
01:26:50 MAASVERSE SPOILERS!
01:33:30 Why Are the Witches in Crescent City Healers?
01:55:52 What is the Significance of Hypaxia's Tutors Being Old AF?
02:01:49 Precog Corner
ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Dragons in the Details is the podcast that helps YOU better understand your favorite books. We never recap chapters—we find new insights, make new connections, and give you those WOW moments you love. WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for the entire ACOTAR series. The "Maasverse" section contains spoilers for Throne of Glass and Crescent City.
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Mon, 31 Aug 2026 - 2h 06min - 83 - ACOTAR 6 & 7 Title + Cover breakdowns!
BABESSSSS!!!! We FINALLY have our covers, titles, and blurbs for ACOTAR 6 and 7 and we are soooo excited to break them down for you! Join us as we dive into the meaning behind “A Court of Splintered Harmony” and “A Court of Forgotten Melody.” We’re talking fires, bones, dragons(?!), portals, spiders, 8 pointed stars, spindles, fate, Valkyries, Koschei, Wagner (?!), and more! From the betrayal and truths that are rocking the night court to the events that will leave Prythian changed forever, we can’t wait to read these books and we’re so excited to be starting this journey with all of you!
NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that!
The best way to support the show is by purchasing a monthly membership on Patreon. So if you like what we would do and would like to support us, the link is here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DragonsInTheDetailsPod
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Where Were You When You Heard the News?
02:59 Episode Overview
05:01 Announcements
07:45 Covers, Titles + Blurbs Overview
12:09 How are we Feeling? Mentally, Physically, Emotionally?
16:13 Cover Breakdown
23:32 Maasverse Spoiler Warning!
23:55 Obviously, We're Going to have to Talk about this Spider
37:42 Breaking Down the Blurbs
59:56 What Could Have Changed Prythian Forever?
01:04:40 What does Koschei have to do with the Valkyries?
01:10:27 Wagner's Ring Cycle
01:22:52 Who will be the POV Characters?
ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Dragons in the Details is the podcast that helps YOU better understand your favorite books. We never recap chapters—we find new insights, make new connections, and give you those WOW moments you love. WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for the entire ACOTAR series. The "Maasverse" section contains spoilers for Throne of Glass and Crescent City.
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 - 1h 31min - 82 - Crescent City: Avallen Deep Dive
It’s finally time to dig into one of the biggest questions in the Maasverse: What’s going on with Avallen? This week we’re breaking down the misty isle to the North, and we definitely have more questions than answers! We’re chatting about why the mists around Avallen parted for Bryce and Helena, what’s going on with those wards that extend Beneath, and why the Prison and Avallen seem to be identical? Plus we’re diving into Morven, his stag throne (ew!), his powers, and his mysterious sensitivity to Truth Teller. And finally we’re wrapping up with a popular internet theory - is Cormac really dead? All that (and more) in this week’s episode!
NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that!
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CHAPTERS:
00:35 Crispy Diet Coke Season is Once Again Upon Us
04:07 Episode Overview
09:05 Fun Question: Would you Rather
11:20 COSMS: An Update on Lunch
18:39 Avallen Background
24:48 Why do the Mists part for Bryce and Helena on Avallen?
43:00 Why are there Naturally Occurring Wards in Avallen?
59:37 Why can Morven feel Truth Teller's Power?
01:13:48 Why are the Tunnels in Avallen and the Prison Nearly Identical?
01:26:34 Maasverse COSMs
01:34:52 Why is the Avallen Throne made from Stag Antlers?
01:46:16 Is Cormac Really Dead?
01:56:16 Pre-Cog Corner!
ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Dragons in the Details is the podcast that helps YOU better understand your favorite books. We never recap chapters—we find new insights, make new connections, and give you those WOW moments you love. WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for the entire ACOTAR series. The "Maasverse" section contains spoilers for Throne of Glass and Crescent City.
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Mon, 17 Aug 2026 - 2h 04min - 81 - Crescent City: Lidia Cervos Deep Dive
It is finally time to talk about Lidia Cervos!!! And We! Are! Excited! This week we’re breaking down Lidia’s (insane) powers, her eerie ability to know things, the story she tells Ruhn (sounds like a certain witchy lady we know), and who she’s actually (!) descended from (perhaps not as straightforward as it seems!). Plus Ruhn and Lidia's real-life meet-cute! All that - and more! - in this week’s episode of Dragons in the Details!
NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that!
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CHAPTERS:
00:39 Closet clean out and melatonin
05:37 Episode Overview and Announcements!
08:59 Fun Question!
11:18 COSMs
13:31 What are Lidia's Powers?
35:02 How does Lidia know all the things that she knows?
48:26 Who is Lidia’s story about?
01:06:41 Maasverse: Why is Lidia compared to Luna so often?
01:19:12 Maasverse: Who is Lidia really descended from?
01:44:53 Maasverse COSMs
01:48:00 Pre-cog corner!
ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Dragons in the Details is the podcast that helps YOU better understand your favorite books. We never recap chapters—we find new insights, make new connections, and give you those WOW moments you love. WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for the entire ACOTAR series. The "Maasverse" section contains spoilers for Throne of Glass and Crescent City.
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Mon, 10 Aug 2026 - 1h 57min - 80 - Crescent City: Ruhn Danaan Deep Dive
Babes! We are back this week talking about one of our favorite characters in the whole Maasverse - Ruhn Danaan, Crown Prince of the Valbarran Fae! We’re breaking down Ruhn’s numerous (and surprising) powers, where his powers work and where they don’t, why his shadows are so different from Cormac’s (and Azriel’s!), and where him and Lidia actually met. Through it all, we’ll talk about Ruhn’s seemingly numerous ties to night court, and ask ourselves the question everyone wants to know the answer to - Why does Ruhn look just like Rhys? All that (and more) in this week’s episode!
NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that!
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CHAPTERS:
01:51 Confounded by Lunch
10:58 Announcements
17:23 COSMS
24:42: What are Ruhn's powers?
52:25 Why are Ruhn's shadows different from Cormac's, Azriel's, and the Murder Twins?
1:05:59 Why can Ruhn mindspeak in Gorsian shackles but not access his power?
01:16:46 Where do Ruhn and Day meet?
01:34:07 Why do Bryce and Ruhn have different starlights?
01:47:20 Maasverse COSMs
01:52:20 Pre-cog Corner!
ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Dragons in the Details is the podcast that helps YOU better understand your favorite books. We never recap chapters—we find new insights, make new connections, and give you those WOW moments you love. WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for the entire ACOTAR series. The "Maasverse" section contains spoilers for Throne of Glass and Crescent City.
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Mon, 03 Aug 2026 - 1h 57min - 79 - Crescent City: Are Hunt and Bryce Really Mates?
Babes! We are back this week with a very special episode, covering a question that the fandom lovessssss to talk about: Are Hunt and Bryce really mates?! This is a HUGE question with a whole bunch of controversy surrounding it, so we try to treat it with the respect it deserves. We’re getting into, what, exactly when Hunt and Bryce have sex (including that WILD scene in Avallen), the arguments for (and against) them being mates, and the Bryceriel question. This week is slightly different, since we’re not providing our own theories, but discussing popular fan theories as well. Huge shoutout to our listeners Anastasia, Swizzy, and Nina for all of your help in researching this episode!
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Cover Art for this episode was provided by shayndl_art!
CHAPTERS:
00:53 Rebecca's Instagram, Obvi
05:12 Episode Overview
08:34 Announcements: We're on Patreon!
10:16 Fun Question: Bachelorette Party Planning
12:57 COSMS
18:30 What happens when Hunt and Bryce's powers interact?
45:57 Are Hunt and Bryce really mates?
01:29:41 Are Hunt and Bryce really mates? Full Maasverse
01:40:16 The Bryceriel of it all
02:14:09 Pre-Cog Corner
ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Dragons in the Details is the podcast that helps YOU better understand your favorite books. We never recap chapters—we find new insights, make new connections, and give you those WOW moments you love. WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for the entire ACOTAR series. The "Maasverse" section contains spoilers for Throne of Glass and Crescent City.
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Mon, 27 Jul 2026 - 2h 19min - 78 - "Siren Says" Author Jennifer Michelle Herrera on Career Pivots & Getting Published
Hello lovely listeners! We are back with our final episode of Dragons After Dark on Spotify, and it’s a great one! This week we are very excited to speak with Jennifer Michelle Herrera, author of the upcoming “Siren Says!” We sit down with Jennifer to talk about her (very unique!) journey to getting published, what advice she would give to aspiring authors as a literary agent, Alan Turing (of course), and what inspired her to write “Siren Says.” We absolutely loved having Jennifer on the show and hope you all enjoy listening to the interview as much as we enjoyed recording it!
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Siren Says synopsis: Twenty-five-year-old Raven Wynn knows that the ancient plant magic running through her veins brings nothing but destruction. It doomed her Welsh ancestors. It killed her mother. It’s the reason she’s now bound by a painful curse—one that will destroy her if she can’t find a way to break its hold. When her estranged Aunt Delilah bursts into her life promising a cure, Raven seizes the chance. However, her freedom comes at a steep price: Once her magic is fully unleashed, she is more powerful (and more dangerous) than anyone thought possible. Desperate to tame powers she never wanted, Raven makes a pact with Delilah: In exchange for learning to control her magic, Raven will capture one of the spirits that roam Delilah’s hometown on May’s Eve. With the help of an enigmatic new friend, Cherry, as well as an infuriatingly handsome stoneworker, Idris, Raven learns that her task is even more perilous than she imagined—one false move and the spirits could trap her soul—forever
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Thu, 23 Jul 2026 - 1h 03min - 77 - Crescent City: Hunt Athalar Deep Dive
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Helllloooooo lovely listeners! We are back this week to talk about everyone’s favorite Lord of Lighting, Prince of Hel, the Umbra Mortis himself - Hunt Athalar! In this episode we get into Hunt’s powers (There are many! They are confusing! This is not a simple answer!), his sensitivity to the Mask, why he’s always compared to a God, and what, exactly, are the implications of his name being Orion. All that (and more!) in this week’s episode of Dragons in the Details!
NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that!
CHAPTERS:
00:36 ¡La Copa Mundial, Claro!
04:58 Episode Overview
06:57 Announcements: WE'RE ON PATREON!!
08:32 Exploring Favorite SJM Series and Books
09:05 Two Fun Questions! Crazy!
14:51 COSMs
21:15 What are Hunt's Powers?
01:07:31 Why is Hunt so Sensitive to the Power of the Mask?
01:19:32 Why is Hunt compared to a God so many times?
01:31:35 What are the implications of Hunt's name being Orion?
01:48:24 Throne of Glass Omissions and Connections
01:53:03 Precog Corner:
ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Dragons in the Details is the podcast that helps YOU better understand your favorite books. We never recap chapters—we find new insights, make new connections, and give you those WOW moments you love. WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for the entire ACOTAR series. The "Maasverse" section contains spoilers for Throne of Glass and Crescent City.
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Mon, 20 Jul 2026 - 2h 04min - 76 - The Moonfall Series (When the Moon Hatched, The Ballad of Falling Dragons): A Spoiler-free AND Spoiler-ful Review
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Hello lovely listeners! We are back with our latest episode of Dragons After Dark! Each week, Ronnie and Abby will bring you a full bonus episode of bookish content. It will cover the books we’re loving, the shows we’re watching, book news, reviews, and more! And as you might have guessed by now, it will be a little looser than our normal deep dives, but with plenty of our signature banter.
For our third episode, we are chatting about one of the best fantasy series of the past few years - The Moonfall Series by Sarah A. Parker (When the Moon Hatched, The Ballad of Falling Dragons)! We chat about our journeys with the series, discuss how breaking up the story into two books worked (or didn’t work) in its favor, where we think Raeve and Kaan’s story should go from here, and what we loved and didn’t love about the series. The episode is broken into a spoiler-free and spoiler-ful discussion, so whether you can’t stop thinking about the Moonfall series or you haven’t picked it up yet, this episode is for you!
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CHAPTERS:
00:38 Of course we’re talking T&T’s wedding babes!
14:24 Episode Overview
16:48 Creator Corner
22:21 Moonfall Synopsis
24:34 Our Journeys with this Series
33:11 Facts and Background
41:18 What do we think is the reason for the success of this series?
51:30 SPOILERS - Top Moments
01:05:27 What Didn't Work for Us
01:16:05 Would you recommend this book to a friend?
01:17:01 Reading Corner
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Thu, 16 Jul 2026 - 1h 19min - 75 - Crescent City: Bryce Quinlan Deep Dive (Pt 2)
BABES!! This week we are continuing our conversation about our favorite Super Powerful and Special Magic Starborn Princess, Bryce Adelaide Quinlan! This is part 2 of our two part deep dive into the Queen of the Valbarran Fae herself. This episode picks right up where we left off last week and keeps the theories coming!. We’re talking about Bryce’s time in Prythian, why she landed where she landed, why Nesta and Azriel had to be the ones to go with her, what happened with the pesky prison door, and the differences between Dusk Court and Night Court, We get into all that - and more! - in this week’s episode of Dragons in the Details!
NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that!
CHAPTERS:
00:32 Bugs, Cults, and Very Sweaty Feet
08:00 Episode Overview: Bryce Deep Dive (Pt 2)
18:59 Why was Bryce taken to Prythian when she intended to go to Hel?
24:27 Why does Bryce land where she lands?
33:18 Why did Sarah choose Nesta and Azriel to go into the caves with Bryce?
52:16 What happened when Bryce tried to open the Prison door?
01:11:23 What is the difference between Dusk Court and Night Court?
01:28:54 Throne of Glass Omissions
01:32:35 Pre-Cog Corner
ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Dragons in the Details is the podcast that helps YOU better understand your favorite books. We never recap chapters—we find new insights, make new connections, and give you those WOW moments you love. WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for the entire ACOTAR series. The "Maasverse" section contains spoilers for Throne of Glass and Crescent City.
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Mon, 13 Jul 2026 - 1h 39min - 74 - Alchemised Review - We've Never Read a Book Like This (Spoiler-Free and Spoiler-Full)
Trigger Warning: Discussion of war, torture, sexual assault, suicidal ideation, and trauma as depicted in Alchemised.
Hello lovely listeners! We are back with our latest episode of Dragons After Dark! Each week, Ronnie and Abby will bring you a full bonus episode of bookish content. It will cover the books we’re loving, the shows we’re watching, book news, reviews, and more! And as you might have guessed by now, it will be a little looser than our normal deep dives, but with plenty of our signature banter. For our second episode, we are chatting about Abby’s favorite book of 2025 (and maybe the past five years) - Alchemised by SenLin Yu! We chat about our journeys with Alchemised, Alchemised’s connection to its source material, and what we loved and didn’t love about the book. The episode is broken into a spoiler-free and spoiler-ful discussion. One note - Alchemised is a heavy book that deals with heavy themes, so if you want to sit this one out, we totally understand! We will be back with a new episode next week!
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Hello Dimeji - Instagam, TikTok
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CHAPTERS:
00:41 Snuffelupagus?!?
04:36 We heart World Cup
07:01 Episode Overview: Alchemised
11:38 Creator Corner!
16:05 Let’s go snorkeling!
18:55 Skepticism to Appreciation: The Reading Journey
23:07 Background and Context of Alchemised
24:37 What is Romantasy?
28:26 Analyzing the Success of Alchemised
34:09 Reacting to SenLin Yu Quotes
43:24 Spoiler Alert: Diving into Alchemised
54:49 Fatherhood and Redemption
55:45 What Didn't Work: Critiques and Complexities
01:01:12 Final Thoughts: Recommendations and Reflections
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Thu, 09 Jul 2026 - 1h 04min - 73 - Crescent City: Bryce Quinlan Deep Dive (Pt 1)
BABES!! It’s finally time to talk about our Super Powerful and Special Magic Starborn Princess, Bryce Adelaide Quinlan! This is part 1 of our two part deep dive into the Queen of the Valbarran Fae herself. This episode is a veritable theory bonanza if we do say so ourselves. We’re talking Bryce’s star, her powers, her connection to - not one - but two handsome winged men, and how she is able to so easily wield the Mask. We get into all that - and more! - in this week’s episode of Dragons in the Details!
NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that!
CHAPTERS:
00:30 An Absolutely Drastic Change
08:52 Episode Overview: Bryce Deep Dive
15:16 Fun Question: Platonic Hang
19:12 COSMs- Silene's Carvings, The Sidra
23:38 What are Bryce's Powers?
01:00:49 Who did Bryce get her Starborn Power from? (The Ember Question)
01:21:48 Why does Bryce's Star Glow when it Glows?
01:32:31 Why do Hunt and Azriel Charge up Bryce so Well?
01:51:45 What can Bryce do with the Mask?
02:08:17 Throne of Glass Omissions
02:11:45 Pre-Cog Corner
ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Dragons in the Details is the podcast that helps YOU better understand your favorite books. We never recap chapters—we find new insights, make new connections, and give you those WOW moments you love. WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for the entire ACOTAR series. The "Maasverse" section contains spoilers for Throne of Glass and Crescent City.
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Mon, 06 Jul 2026 - 2h 19min - 72 - Dragons After Dark: Off Campus - The Most Mature Romance Ever Made?
Hello lovely listeners! We have a little surprise for you this week! We are launching a new series, called (tentatively) Dragons After Dark! Each week, Ronnie and Abby will bring you a full bonus episode of bookish content. It will cover the books we’re loving, the shows we’re watching, book news, reviews, and more! And as you might have guessed by now, it will be a little looser than our normal deep dives, but with plenty of our signature banter. For our very first (official) episode of Dragons After Dark, we are talking the show that literally everyone has watched by now - Off Campus! So sit back, relax, maybe pour yourself a nice bottle of wine, and enjoy our chat about one of the best shows about hockey ever made.
Creator Corner Shout Outs:
Haley Puent Art: Instagram, Website
Janey Rainbow: TikTok, Website
CHAPTERS:
00:00 The Two Olivia's Ruling Our Lives
06:14 Introducing: Dragons After Dark!
10:32 Creator Corner - That's Janie with an N!
20:54 Diving into 'Off Campus' Series
22:49 Success Factors of 'Off Campus'
25:57 Themes and Messages in 'Off Campus'
29:23 Personal Journeys with 'Off Campus'
34:47 Favorite Scenes and Characters
40:47 Unraveling the Truth: The Reveal
41:18 Breakup Dynamics: Hannah and Garrett's Emotional Scene
43:34 Mature Relationships: Complex Breakup Analysis
45:50 Character Performances: Actors' Impact on Storytelling
48:31 The Future of Adaptations: Impact on TV and Books
55:00 Hope for Fantasy Adaptations: The Path Forward
58:34 Reading Corner: Current Reads and Recommendations
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Thu, 02 Jul 2026 - 1h 02min - 71 - Crescent City: Pelias Deep Dive
Join your favorite story sleuths Abby and Ronnie as they dive into what might be the worst Maasverse character of all time - Pelias!! How much was Pelias playing puppet master in Prythian? Why did he betray his people to the Daglan? What was the new power that Silene saw him wield before she went back to Prythian? And how did he manage to die twice?? We get into all that - and more! - in this week’s episode of Dragons in the Details!
NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that!
CHAPTERS:
00:36 Oh No! We're Getting Married!
09:15 Episode Overview: Pelias Deep Dive
13:19 Fun Question: Choose your baby sitter!
16:36 Corrections, Omissions, Social Media Shout Outs
22:36 What was Pelias's role in all this?
36:19 Why did Pelias Betray the Fae
51:08 How Can Pelias Touch the Starsword?
01:02:04 What was Pelias's Relationship with Enalius?
01:12:57 Why did the Horn Break?
01:27:29 What Happened with Pelias and Apollion?
01:44:31 Pre-Cog Corner
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Mon, 29 Jun 2026 - 1h 53min - 70 - Crescent City: Silene and Helena Deep Dive
Join your favorite book detectives Abby and Ronnie as they dive into the sisters that defy all punnet squares - Silene and Helena! Why didn’t Silene reveal how to defeat the Daglan in her Ted Talk? What were the rivers of starlight that Helena carved into the caves in Avallen? Why did Theia say only her heirs were worth to tend to the Prison? Find out all that - and more - in this week's deep dive
NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that!
CHAPTERS:
00:32 Rory's Dental Adventure
05:12 Episode Overview: Silene and Helena Deep Dive
08:45 Fun Question: College Majors - Archeron Edition
11:03 COSMs
16:16 What are Silene and Helena's Powers?
29:21 What Part's of Silene's Story do we think are Fishy?
49:33 What did Silene Depict in her Carvings?
01:12:01 Why did Helena Stay on Midgard?
01:19:03 What did Helena Depict in her Cave Drawings?
01:31:50 Why are Theia's Heirs the Only Ones Worthy to Tend the Prison?
01:39:22 Throne of Glass Omissions
01:43:33 A Very Science Heavy Pre-Cog Corner
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Mon, 22 Jun 2026 - 1h 55min - 69 - Crescent City: Theia and Fionn Deep Dive
Join your favorite Maasverse mystery solvers Abby and Ronnie as they dive into the first and only royal line of Prythian — Theia and Fionn! Why didn't Theia call on Hel in the final battle against the Asteri? How was Fionn able to choose his own heir? Why couldn’t Theia just kill Fionn the old fashioned way? And what would it have taken to defeat the Daglan on Prythian? Find out all that - and more - in this week's deep dive
NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that!
CHAPTERS:
00:29 Off Campus Today, Off Campus Tomorrow, Off Campus Forever
05:17 Episode Overview: Theia and Fionn Deep Dive!
08:17 Fun Question: What apps would Theia and Fionn use?
11:01 COSMs
20:08 What Really Went Down with Theia and Hel?
28:01 The Complexity of Trust in Relationships
34:14 Why Couldn't Theia Just Kill Fionn?
50:03 Why Didn't Fionn Want to Hand Power Over to Theia?
55:40 How Could Fionn Wield Both Truth Teller and the Starsword at the Same Time?
59:16 The Connection Between Thea and the Blades
01:08:31 What did Theia do to Make Things Right?
01:15:47 How were the Daglan Defeated on Prythian?
01:31:10 Throne of Glass Spoilers and Connections
01:33:44 Pre-Cog Corner!
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Mon, 15 Jun 2026 - 1h 43min - 68 - Crescent City: Vesperus Deep Dive
Join your favorite book detectives Abby and Ronnie as they dive into Abby’s personal Roman Empire, the Evening Star herself, the last remaining Asteri on Prythian - Vesperus! What was Vesperus up to on the Prison Island, and why was she trying to hide it from the other Asteri? Why did Theia bury her in a crystal sarcophagus? How come Vesperus can touch Ataraxia and not the starsword? And the question on everyone’s minds - why does she bleed black? Find out all that (and more) in this week’s episode - Crescent City: Vesperus Deep Dive!
NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that!
CHAPTERS:
00:30 Welcome Back to Iced Matcha Season
05:04 Convince me to Read: Direbound vs. Moonfall
16:24 Fun Question: What’s Most Important to us When We Read?
22:36 COSMs
30:23 What are Vesperus's Powers?
44:25 Why is Vesperus in a Crystal Sarcophagus?
59:48 Why can Vesperus touch Ataraxia but not the Starsword?
01:19:45 What was Vesperus up to on the Island?
01:28:53 Is Vesperus Really Dead?
01:36:28 Maasverse Section - Is Vesperus really an Asteri?
01:54:14 Pre-cog: Dragons! The Eye of Elena! Oh my!
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Mon, 08 Jun 2026 - 1h 58min - 67 - Crescent City: Apollion and Thanatos Deep Dive
Join your favorite plot P.I.s Abby and Ronnie as they ponder what exactly is up with the Princes of the Pit and the Ravine. What were Apollion and Thanatos actually trying to achieve in Crescent City? Why is Thanatos all bark no bite? What exactly went down at the Astronomer’s? Why do Silene and Helena mysteriously have Apollion’s power? And of course - who the Hel is Lord Thanatos’s daughter? Find out all that (and more) in this week’s episode - Crescent City: Apollion and Thanatos Deep Dive!
NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that!
CHAPTERS:
00:31 Ronnie is Amazing, Abby has Thoughts
11:36 Episode Overview: Apollion & Thanatos Deep Dive
14:53 Fun Question: Choose Your Prince of Hel
17:04 COSMs
26:12 What are Apollion's Powers?
44:43 What are Apollion's Actual Goals?
58:57 What are Thanatos's Powers?
01:06:34 How did Thanatos put out Bryce's Starlight from Hel?
01:16:45 Is Lord Thanatos, Thanatos?
01:24:17 Who is Lord Thanatos’s Daughter?
01:32:36 Are the Princes of Hel Good?
01:38:51 Throne of Glass: What the Hel is going on here?
01:48:08 Pre-Cog Corner
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Mon, 01 Jun 2026 - 1h 57min - 66 - Crescent City: Hel and Aidas Deep Dive
Join your favorite novel gumshoes Abby and Ronnie as they try to unlock the mysteries of the seven levels of Hel! This week we’re diving into all things Cold, Dark, Demonic and Princely. What is up with all these creatures from Hel? Why was the Kristallos venom able to be used as both an antidote to synth AND the Aster parasite? How come a black crown can’t hold a Prince of Hel? Did Bryce and Hunt actually go to Hel, or was it an illusion? And why did Jesiba tell Aidas not to fuck over Midgard - AGAIN! Find out all that (and more) in this week’s episode - Crescent City: Hel and Aidas Deep Dive!
NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware! We will also have a section at the end for full Maasverse spoilers, including Throne of Glass - but we will include a spoiler warning in the episode for that!
CHAPTERS:
00:30 Of Course We're Watching Off Campus!
11:42 Episode Overview: Hel and Aidas Deep Dive
15:00 Fun Question
18:02 COSMs
28:05 What do we know about Hel?
01:11:07 What is the Kristallos?
01:30:22 What is The Shepherd?
01:35:40 Why Can't a Black Crown Hold a Prince of Hel?
01:45:18 What are Aidas's Powers?
01:54:15 What does Aidas know about Prythian, and when did he know it?
01:54:25 Aedis and Prithian: A Historical Connection
02:07:49 Throne of Glass Omissions
02:13:05 Pre-Cog Corner
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Sun, 24 May 2026 - 2h 22min - 65 - Crescent City: Danika Fendyr Deep Dive
Quick Note - In our originally published version of this episode, we incorrectly attributed the role of Ursula in the cast of “The Little Mermaid Live!” to Oprah, not Queen Latifah. We sincerely apologize for this mistake. We have nothing but the greatest respect for both of these women and feel terrible about the mix-up. This version has been edited to remove the error, since we don’t like posting incorrect information, but we want to acknowledge the mistake and own it. We strive to get things right, and when we don't, we believe in saying so. Thank you for hearing us out.
Original Show Notes:
Join your favorite literary detectives Abby and Ronnie as they dive into everyone’s (?) favorite (?) wolf shifter, Danika Fendyr! This week we’re answering all the questions we had about Bryce’s surprisingly involved best friend. Just exactly what did Danika know, and when did she know it? Why did Danika put the Horn in Bryce’s back? And really, and the end of the day, was she actually a good friend? Find out all that (and more) in this week’s episode!
NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware!
CHAPTERS:
00:31 Good News: Tarzan Still Slaps
06:14 Episode Overview: Danika Deep Dive
09:47 Fun Question: Choose your Shifter Form
13:38 COSMs
18:59 What are Danika's Powers and Where did they Come from?
29:37 What did Danika know, and when did she know it?
46:09 Why did Danika put the Horn in Bryce's back?
54:39 Why does Danika keep so many things from Bryce?
01:00:32 Throne of Glass spoilers from here on out!
01:01:01 Throne of Glass COSMs
01:14:45 Why were the Asteri so interested in the Fendyr line?
01:26:45 What did Danika want to know about Baxian?
01:32:08 Pre-Cog Corner!
01:41:39 Reading Corner: Book Recommendations and Insights
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Mon, 18 May 2026 - 1h 47min - 64 - Crescent City: Starborn Deep Dive
Dragons!! Are you ready for our FIRST Deep Dive of our Crescent City season? Strap in, because this one’s a doozy - it’s our Starborn Fae Deep Dive!
Join your favorite book sleuths Abby and Ronnie as they uncover alllll the secrets of the Starborn fae. What exactly are the Starborn fae, anyway? How come some of them have shadows and some of them don’t? Why does the power seem to mostly pop up in females? And why, oh why, does the power seem so very similar to the Asteri’s? Find out all that (and more) in this week’s episode!
NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware!
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Ramen for Breakfast
09:39 Episode Overview: Starborn Deep Dive
13:27 Announcements
14:43 Fun Question: Ritas or White Raven?
17:07 Corrections, Omissions, Social Media Shout Outs
24:54 What are the Starborn Fae?
33:13 What are the Powers of the Starborn Fae?
50:07 What do we think the Starborn Fae are, Actually?
01:31:35 What is the significance of the eight pointed star?
01:40:58 What are the differences between Bryce and Ruhn's starlights?
01:47:22 Why does the Starborn line seem to be stronger in Females than Males?
01:54:09 Why can some starborn fae winnow, wield shadows, and mindspeak, while others can't?
02:12:49 Throne of Glass Omissions
02:17:20 Pre-Cog Corner
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Mon, 11 May 2026 - 2h 24min - 63 - Crescent City Re-Read Reactions | Who on earth can keep track of everything going on in this series? (We can!)
Babes!! It’s! Finally! Time! To talk about Crescent City!!!
Join your favorite off-the-wall theorists and insane book besties Abby and Ronnie as they react to their Crescent City re-reads. What are they catching this time that they missed last time? How do they think the Crescent City books stack up? Which book are they enjoying the most on their re-read? What character are they most excited to talk about this season?? Tune in to find out!
NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will have spoilers for both ACOTAR and Crescent City. If you have not read every book in both the A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, beware!
CHAPTERS:
00:00 We're back babes!!! And so are all the books!
03:04 The Excitement of New Book Releases
06:25 Intro: It's our Crescent City Season!
07:48 Announcements: Hope you did your homework!
09:06 Fun Question 1: Who's our favorite?
15:41 Fun Question 2: Where do we want to live?
16:17 Exploring Prithian: A Dream Destination
17:10 Corrections, Omissions, Social Media Shout Outs
17:20 Corrections and Clarifications: Listener Feedback
19:31 Is Rhys still High Lord?
21:27 Ley lines, ley lines, ley lines
23:49 Rigelus is Hunt's Big Toe
24:31 How many times have we read Crescent City? So many
25:42 How are we enjoying our re-reads?
30:11 The Book we Enjoyed Most on the Re-Read
34:43 What are we Catching Now?
41:59 The Characters We're Most Excited to Cover
44:57 Pre-cog Corner: Crescent City
57:36 Reading Corner: What’s Next for the Hosts?
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Mon, 04 May 2026 - 1h 02min - 62 - Re-Release: ACOTAR: Azriel Deep Dive | Shadows, Death, Prince of Hel?!?
Babes we are back! In preparation for our Crescent City season we are re-releasing some of our most relevant episodes from Season 2! With new banter and insights, but the same theories you love, join the dragons as they look back at their episode “Azriel Deep Dive!”
NOTE ON SPOILERS: The new intro section will include spoilers for THE FULL MAASVERSE. In our Crescent City season, we will keep spoilers to ACOTAR & Crescent City for the first half, but because most of this discussion falls in our Maasverse section, we will be covering full Maasverse spoilers in these intros! You can skip past the intro chapter if you’d like to go straight to the ACOTAR only section.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Intro - Soup Season, Medieval Times, The Life of a Showgirl, T-Pain's still got it
16:26 Episode Overview - Azriel Deep Dive
18:50 ACOTAR COSMs - Elain getting comfy, Jesminda and Lucien
25:53 Fun Question - What would Azriel suggest for a first date?
26:51 ACOTAR Deep Dive: What is a shadowsinger?
42:46 ACOTAR Deep Dive: What is Azriel's Winnowing Power?
53:49 ACOTAR Deep Dive: Why was Azriel able to remember the trove when even Amren forgot it?
01:01:36 ACOTAR Deep Dive: Why is Az so unlucky in love?
01:20:15 ACOTAR Pre-Cog Corner: Azriel and Elain as Hades and Persephone, with a Koschei cameo!
01:24:46 Maasverse Deep Dive: Crescent City and Throne of Glass spoilers from here on out, babes!
01:25:18 Maasverse COSMs: The best DM we've ever gotten, The Bone Carver's Circles, the eddies of the Cauldron, more shadow daddies! (CC, Tog)
01:30:35 Maasverse Deep Dive: Where does shadowsinging come from? (Nowhere good babes!) (CC, ToG)
01:49:02 Early Pre-Cog: The prophecy of the sword and the knife isn't about the fae at all, AND it ties everything togehter (ToG, CC, all of it!)
01:55:39 Maasverse Deep Dive: Where do Azriel's other powers come from? (ToG, CC)
02:05:34 A completely off the cuff bonus Q: Are Bryce and Azriel mates? (CC)
02:12:14 Maasverse Pre-Cog Corner: Have we met Koschei before? (CC, ToG)
02:16:04 Maasverse Precog: It's actually all about Vassa (ToG, CC)
02:20:40 Maasverse Pre-Cog: What if Az's scars aren't from fire at all? (CC)
02:21:49 Maasverse Pre-cog: Has Eris been getting some interesting mail? (CC)
02:24:40 What we're reading: You already know the answer
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Thu, 30 Apr 2026 - 2h 28min - 61 - Re-Release: ACOTAR: Nesta Deep Dive | Lady Death, Silver Flames, Goddess?!?
Babes we are back! In preparation for our Crescent City season we are re-releasing some of our most relevant episodes from Season 2! With new banter and insights, but the same theories you love, join the dragons as they look back at their episode “Nesta Deep Dive!”
NOTE ON SPOILERS: The new intro section will include spoilers for THE FULL MAASVERSE. In our Crescent City season, we will keep spoilers to ACOTAR & Crescent City for the first half, but because most of this discussion falls in our Maasverse section, we will be covering full Maasverse spoilers in these intros! You can skip past the intro chapter if you’d like to go straight to the ACOTAR only section.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Intro - Fall is here and so is our Sodastream Era
11:06 Episode Overview: Nesta Archeron Deep Dive
15:37 COSMS: More Evidence for Ronnie's Gwyn / Lucien Theory
19:04 Fancasting Nesta
24:44 ACOTAR Deep Dive: What Are Nesta's Powers?
37:08 ACOTAR Deep Dive: How Did Nesta Resist Tamlin's Glamour?
44:00 ACOTAR Deep Dive: What is Nesta's Connection to the Mother?
55:05 ACOTAR Deep Dive: Why does everybody want to marry Nesta? (Lanthys, Koschei, and Eris)
01:10:41 Maasverse Section: Spoilers for ACOTAR, Throne of Glass, Crescent City!
01:11:34 Maasverse COSMS: What is Nesta, really? (Throne of Glass)
01:16:37 Maasverse Deep Dive: Is Nesta Starborn? (Crescent City, Throne of Glass)
01:30:28 Maasverse Deep Dive: Whose power does Nesta have? (Throne of Glass, Crescent City)
01:40:41 Maasverse: What will Nesta do with the Starsword? (Crescent City)
01:52:20 Maasverse: Speculation on Book 6 (Throne of Glass, Crescent City)
01:56:15 Pre-cog Corner: Nesta as a Queen of ... somewhere?? (Crescent City)
02:04:30 What We're Reading
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Mon, 27 Apr 2026 - 2h 07min - 60 - Re-Release: ACOTAR: Rhys’s Family Deep Dive | Mysterious Mom, Missing Sister, Starry Origins
Babes we are back! In preparation for our Crescent City season we are re-releasing some of our most relevant episodes from Season 2! With new banter and insights, but the same theories you love, join the dragons as they look back at their episode “Rhys’s Family Deep Dive!”
NOTE ON SPOILERS: The new intro section will include spoilers for THE FULL MAASVERSE. In our Crescent City season, we will keep spoilers to ACOTAR & Crescent City for the first half, but because most of this discussion falls in our Maasverse section, we will be covering full Maasverse spoilers in these intros! You can skip past the intro chapter if you’d like to go straight to the ACOTAR only section.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Revisiting and Reflecting!
10:14 Intros (with our names this time!)
13:03 Our Most Theory - Packed Episode Yet
14:56 Here there be spoilers (ACOTAR edition)
17:38 Announcements - Be nice on socials please!
22:37 Rhys's Family Tree and Background
27:37 What really happened to Rhys's Mother and Sister?
36:48 Why did Rhys's Mother give the Weaver her Ring?
51:22 How did Rhys's Mother seem to know so much about Feyre?
55:18 Here there be spoilers (Maasverse edition)
57:48 Are Rhys's Mother and Sister really dead? Maasverse Edition
01:00:58 Is Ruhn's mom Rhys's sister?
01:07:12 The Significance of the Six-Pointed Star on Feyre's Wedding Ring
01:14:00 Rhys is starborn. There's no such thing as starborn.
01:23:08 Pay attention to The Crown of Stars
01:24:26 Bryce has so many Asteri moments
01:30:45 Is Rhys Valg?
01:40:56 Actually, what are the Valg?
01:46:36 Precog: Rhys's Connection to the Weaver
01:50:22 Precog: The Void is gonna be mega-important (and there might still be valg spiders in Prythian)
01:54:43 Off the cuff Pre-cog: This is all the same planet
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Mon, 20 Apr 2026 - 1h 58min - 59 - Maasverse: Places of Prythian Deep Dive | The Pool of Starlight, The Middle, Ramiel, and More!
Why do certain places in Prythian feel so strange? In this Maasverse deep dive, join Abby and Ronnie as they unlock the mysteries surrounding Prythian’s most unusual places. From the pool of starlight in the Spring court to the other-wordly monolith on Ramiel’s peak, the Dragons leave no stone unturned in the Bonus episode of Dragons in the Details!
NOTE ON SPOILERS: Because this is a special Maasverse bonus episode, there will be no ACOTAR-only section of this episode! If you have not read all of A Court of Thorns and Roses (the series), Throne of Glass (the series), and Crescent City, you will be spoiled!
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Life Announcements!
12:03 Corrections, Omissions, Social Media Shout Outs
29:33 Pool of Starlight - Let's Discuss!
53:17 What is the Hewn City?
01:29:18 The Middle
01:44:06 What’s the deal with Ramiel?
02:10:13 Starfall: Spirits in Migration
02:29:23 Pre-cog Corner!
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Mon, 23 Mar 2026 - 2h 43min - 58 - The Dragons Review: “Wuthering Heights”
A reader and a non-reader react to Emerald Fennell's “Wuthering Heights” (2026) — is it a romance or a horror movie? Join Abby and Ronnie for a special bonus episode breaking down the most talked-about adaptation of the year. But of course, there’s a twist - while Wuthering Heights is one of Ronnie’s favorite books, Abby has never read it. Find out how they felt about the adaptation, and if their friendship survived, in this special episode of Dragons in the Details!
NOTE ON SPOILERS: This episode will contain spoilers for all of Emerald Fennell’s Wuthering Heights and light spoilers for the book. Abby hasn’t read the book and she does not think she’s spoiled for it. Happy listening!
CHAPTERS:
00:00 It's Ice Dancing Season
07:58 Exploring the Depths of Wuthering Heights
10:48 Initial Impressions of the Movie Adaptation
12:59 Expectations vs. Reality of the Film
15:28 The Complexity of Relationships in Wuthering Heights
27:04 Heathcliff's Madness and Revenge
29:54 Character Omissions and Their Impact
31:55 Cinematography and Visual Aesthetics
35:41 Set Design and Symbolism
41:01 Character Development and Underwriting
46:00 Themes of Classism and Self-Destruction
52:18 Margot Robbie's Performance as Cathy
54:38 Jacob Elordi's Portrayal of Heathcliff
59:33 Recommendations and Adaptation Discussions
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Join Abby and Ronnie as they react to Sarah J Maas’s interview on Alex Cooper’s Call Her Daddy. From the moments they loved to what this means for ACOTAR 6 (+ 7!!!), join the Dragons as they break down every moment from the Call Her Daddy episode that rocked the book world.
NOTE ON SPOILERS: We break our episodes into ACOTAR-Only and Maasverse sections, with the Maasverse sections at the end. There will be NO MAASVERSE SPOILERS in the ACOTAR only sections, but we will cover the entirety of the A Court of Thorns and Roses series in the ACOTAR sections. So whether you’ve only been to Prythian or you’ve explored the entire Maasverse, this podcast is for you!
CHAPTERS:
00:00 This Episode was Recorded AFTER Call Her Daddy
02:29 Episode Overview: CHD Reactions
07:51 How we felt about this interview - Brava Alex!
20:29 Tamlin Talk
25:07 Rhys Reactions
33:04 Book 6 POVs
38:41 Will this be an ACOTAR only book?
40:37 Maasverse: What story do we think we're getting for book 6?
48:12 What did Sarah write that came together so well?
50:04 Is Elain rejecting the bond?
53:59 Theory Rapid Fire
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Thu, 12 Mar 2026 - 1h 20min - 56 - ACOTAR: Book 6 Predictions!!
**DISCLAIMER: This episode was recorded BEFORE the Sarah J Maas interview on Call Her Daddy was released. But we still feel good about it. So we’re releasing it!***
WHAT’S GOING TO HAPPEN IN ACOTAR 6?? In the final episode of our ACOTAR season, Abby and Ronnie break down their predictions for book six. From our POV characters (could we get as many as eight?) to the major plot points (looking at you, Koschei) we’re breaking down allllll our thoughts. Will Elain and Azriel ever find love? Will we get a redemption arc for one of our least favorite characters? And how much of the Maasverse will you have to read ahead of time? Find out our thoughts in this episode of Dragons in the Details!
NOTE ON SPOILERS: We break our episodes into ACOTAR-Only and Maasverse sections, with the Maasverse sections at the end. There will be NO MAASVERSE SPOILERS in the ACOTAR only sections, but we will cover the entirety of the A Court of Thorns and Roses series in the ACOTAR sections. So whether you’ve only been to Prythian or you’ve explored the entire Maasverse, this podcast is for you!
CHAPTERS:
00:00 This Episode was Recorded Before Call her Daddy
06:51 Episode Overview: Book 6 Predictions
10:22 Announcements: Read Crescent City
12:48 Corrections, Omissions, Social Media Shout Outs
19:11 Who will be our POV characters?
29:50 Who will be our Book 6 Villain?
33:38 What Will be the Major Plot Points?
48:29 How Could a Tamlin Redemption Arc Play Out?
57:00 What do we want to happen? (Guilty Pleasure)
01:06:21 Transitioning to the Mass Verse: Spoilers Ahead
01:07:11 Maasverse: Corrections, Omissions, Social Media Shout Outs
01:14:22 Will Book 6 be a Maasverse book?
01:25:33 Will more Maasverse Secrets be Revealed?
01:30:03 End of Season Reflections
01:38:15 Pre-cog Corner
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Mon, 09 Mar 2026 - 1h 52min - 55 - ACOTAR: The Illyrians Deep Dive | Their Origins, Their Wings, The Blood Rite, and More!
What are the Illyrians, really? Why don’t they have any magic? And why do they hate women so much? In this ACOTAR + Maasverse deep dive, we unravel all the mysteries surrounding these illustrious Night Court warriors. From Azriel’s claim that Illyrians are born “hearing the wind” to the mysterious Illyrian who helps Nesta in the Blood Rite - we’re breaking down every mystery about these bats in this deep dive episode of Dragons in the Details!
NOTE ON SPOILERS: We break our episodes into ACOTAR-Only and Maasverse sections, with the Maasverse sections at the end. There will be NO MAASVERSE SPOILERS in the ACOTAR only sections, but we will cover the entirety of the A Court of Thorns and Roses series in the ACOTAR sections. So whether you’ve only been to Prythian or you’ve explored the entire Maasverse, this podcast is for you!
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Kindle Blues
06:02 Episode Overview: Illyrians Deep Dive
07:20 Announcements
11:40 Fun Question: Who do you choose in the Blood Rite?
13:31 What are the Illyrians?
27:53 Why does Azriel hate the Illyrians?
43:38 Why did Balthazar help Nesta in the Blood Rite?
53:13 Maasverse Corrections, Omissions, Social Media Shout Outs
58:36 What are the Illyrians, actually? (CC, ToG)
01:23:37 What is the Blood Rite? (CC)
01:46:58 Pre-cog Corner
02:00:08 Reading Corner: The Will of the Many, The Strength of the Few
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Mon, 02 Mar 2026 - 2h 03min - 54 - ACOTAR: Creatures of Prythian Deep Dive | The Suriel, The Wyrm, The Kelpie, and More!
What’s the deal with all these Creatures? In this ACOTAR + Maasverse deep dive, we unravel all the mysteries surrounding Prythian’s unusual menagerie. From the Suriel’s mysterious black blood to the Middengard Wyrm’s unusual abilities - we’re exploring every unusual creature in Prythian in this deep dive episode of Dragons in the Details!
NOTE ON SPOILERS: We break our episodes into ACOTAR-Only and Maasverse sections, with the Maasverse sections at the end. There will be NO MAASVERSE SPOILERS in the ACOTAR only sections, but we will cover the entirety of the A Court of Thorns and Roses series in the ACOTAR sections. So whether you’ve only been to Prythian or you’ve explored the entire Maasverse, this podcast is for you!
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Big Girl Haircuts and Family Secrets
05:39 Episode Overview: Creatures of Prythian
06:48 Announcements: Happy Birthday to us!
11:01 Corrections, Omissions, Social Media Shout Outs
15:54 Fun Question: What would you ask the Suriel?
19:47 What is the Suriel?
35:44 What is the Middengard Wyrm?
49:08 Maasverse Corrections, Omissions, Social Media Shout Outs
58:53 What is the Suriel (Maasverse Edition)?
01:12:21 What are the Bogge? (ToG, CC)
01:19:52 How did the Middengard Wyrm Eat Nesta's Power? (CC)
01:40:27 What are the Creatures Under the Hewn City? (CC)
01:55:56 Pre-cog Corner
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Mon, 23 Feb 2026 - 2h 08min - 53 - ACOTAR: The Trove Deep Dive | The Mask, The Harp, and The Crown Explained
What is the Dread Trove, and why can only Nesta wield it? In this ACOTAR + Maasverse deep dive, we unravel all the mysteries surrounding Prythian’s most mysterious macguffins. From its the Masks deadly powers to what really happened when Nesta plucked the Harp - we’re exploring how these timeless tools of conquest connect to the entire Maasverse in this deep dive episode of Dragons in the Details!
NOTE ON SPOILERS: We break our episodes into ACOTAR-Only and Maasverse sections, with the Maasverse sections at the end. There will be NO MAASVERSE SPOILERS in the ACOTAR only sections, but we will cover the entirety of the A Court of Thorns and Roses series in the ACOTAR sections. So whether you’ve only been to Prythian or you’ve explored the entire Maasverse, this podcast is for you!
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Soup and Spice Girls
05:47 Episode Overview: The Trove Deep Dive
06:57 Announcements: Season 3 - Crescent City!
10:04 Corrections, Omissions, Social Media Shout Outs
12:41 Fun Q: Which Trove Item Would We Wield and Why?
13:33 What are the Powers of Each Trove Item?
43:42 What Happens when you Wield the Entire Trove?
51:23 Corrections, Omissions, Social Media Shout Outs (Maasverse)
58:29 What is the Power of the Horn? (Crescent City, Throne of Glass)
01:05:30 How and Why was the Trove Made? (Crescent City, Throne of Glass)
01:15:26 Who Can Wield the Trove? (Crescent City)
01:24:24 How did the Trove end up where it did? (Crescent City)
01:33:10 Pre-cog Corner (Crescent City, Throne of Glass)
01:45:19 Reading Corner: The Will of the Many
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Mon, 16 Feb 2026 - 1h 51min - 52 - ACOTAR: The Cauldron Deep Dive | It’s Powers, It’s Depths, and What Really Happened when it Broke
What IS The Cauldron, and why did Nesta call it an icy Hell? In this ACOTAR + Maasverse deep dive, we unravel all the mysteries surrounding Prythian’s vat of life. From its mysterious heartbeat, to what really happened when the Cauldron broke - we’re exploring how this ancient world-maker connects to the entire Maasverse in this deep dive episode of Dragons in the Details!
NOTE ON SPOILERS: We break our episodes into ACOTAR-Only and Maasverse sections, with the Maasverse sections at the end. There will be NO MAASVERSE SPOILERS in the ACOTAR only sections, but we will cover the entirety of the A Court of Thorns and Roses series in the ACOTAR sections. So whether you’ve only been to Prythian or you’ve explored the entire Maasverse, this podcast is for you!
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Winter Storm Fern is Here and we are EXCITED
06:24 Episode Overview: The Cauldron Deep Dive
08:04 Announcements - Season 3 is Coming Soon!
17:45 What are The Cauldron's Powers? (ACOTAR Only)
37:08 What happens when someone goes into The Cauldron? (ACOTAR Only)
58:51 Maasverse COSMs
01:06:17 What is the Power of The Cauldron? (Maasverse Edition - CC, ToG)
01:16:39 What happened when Feyre broke the Cauldron? (CC, ToG)
01:31:32 What is the link between The Cauldron, Wyrd, and Urd? (CC, ToG)
01:44:50 What are the Implications of the Cauldron Being Warped? (CC, ToG)
01:53:25 Pre-Cog Corner - The Cauldron’s Breaking (CC, ToG)
02:02:36 Reading Corner
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Mon, 09 Feb 2026 - 2h 06min - 51 - ACOTAR: The Mother Deep Dive | Who is Prythian’s Creator, Really?
ACOTAR: The Mother Deep Dive | Who is Prythian’s Creator, Really?
Who is Prythian’s Creator? In this deep dive podcast episode, we break down everything we know about The Mother in Sarah J. Maas's ACOTAR series. Join us as we unravel her powers, her motivations, and why she’s so interested in Nesta. Then, in our Maasverse section, we unravel her connections to the Throne of Glass gods, Urd, and her role in the greater story. Whether you're a long-time fan of ACOTAR or finished the series yesterday, this episode offers deep insights and mind-blowing theories for fans both old and new!
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00:00 Ronnie Finally Watches Heated Rivalry
08:36 Episode Overview: The Mother Deep Dive
13:14 Corrections and Omissions
15:53 What's the Mother's Whole Vibe?
17:13 Who (or what) is the Mother?
26:20 What are The Mother's Powers?
36:19 The Mother and The Cauldron: Allies or Adversaries?
40:31 Nesta's Powers: Life and Death
46:48 Maasverse Corrections + Omissions
53:47 What is the Connection Between the Mother, Wyrd, and Urd? (CC, ToG)
01:16:42 Exploring the Fae Creation Myth
01:47:49 Pre-cog Corner
01:52:18 Reading Corner
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Mon, 02 Feb 2026 - 1h 54min - 50 - ACOTAR: Koschei Deep Dive | Breaking Down ALL the Lore around ACOTAR 6’s Likely Villain
Who is the villain of ACOTAR 6? In this deep dive podcast episode, we explore the Slavic folklore behind Koschei the Deathless to predict Sarah J. Maas's next moves in the ACOTAR series. Discover the mysterious powers of Koschei, the intriguing Onyx Box theory, and the secrets behind the Swan Maidens. Plus, we dive into the Maasverse lore with connections to Throne of Glass and Crescent City, unraveling the nature of the Death Gods. Whether you're a fan of Feyre's journey or the wider Maasverse, this episode offers deep insights and new theories.
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00:00 The Great Sheet Debate
02:52 Episode Overview: Koschei Deep Dive
07:59 SEASON 3 ANNOUNCEMENT!! WE WILL BE COVERING...
13:24 COSMS: Confirmation that Lucien is Helion's Heir?
16:02 COSMS: We're not here for plot holes!
20:02 Fun Q: What are the Death Gods favorite board games?
22:43 What are Koschei's Powers?
38:22 What's in Koschei's box?
48:57 Who are the Swan Maidens?
01:02:15 COSMs: Vassa Vassa Vassa
01:08:11 What are the Death Gods? (Maasverse)
01:44:48 Reading Corner: The Will of the Many!
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Mon, 26 Jan 2026 - 1h 48min - 49 - ACOTAR: Stryga Deep Dive | Eating Life, Weaving Looms, Throne of Glass ties, and more!
Welcome to "Dragons in the Details," your go-to podcast for deep dives into Sarah J. Maas's ACOTAR series and the wider Maasverse, including Throne of Glass and Crescent City.
In this episode, Abby and Ronnie dive into Prythian’s most terrifying spinner, the Weaver of the Woods - Stryga! We break down her bone-chillin powers, what it means that she can “eat life,” how her mythology ties into her ACOTAR storyline, and the dark truth behind her haunting song. Then in our Maasverse section (spoilers ahead!), we connect her to the ToG witches, explore her very valg-y imagery, and ask the big question: is she connected to the Mother herself? The theories get wild, but we always bring receipts!
No chapter-by-chapter spoilers here—just rich analyses and bold theories about characters and story arcs that fans can enjoy whether they're new or longtime readers. Tune in for an unfiltered exploration of your favorite Maasverse moments, where no detail goes unanalyzed and no theory is too unhinged!
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00:00 Yes we are STILL talking HEATED RIVALRYYYYY07:34 Episode Overview: Stryga Deep Dive09:20 COSMs: The Blood Rite, The Western Wind, Our Girl Merrill15:59 Fun Q: Should we get into knitting?18:06 What are Stryga's Powers? (ACOTAR)35:04 Stryga's Mythology Break Down (ACOTAR)46:29 The Meaning Behind Striga's Song (ACOTAR)01:01:16 Maasverse COSMs: We still don't know what the Death Gods are01:14:49 Why did Stryga have the Ouroboros? (Throne of Glass)01:32:48 What is the connection between weavers in the Maasverse? (Throne of Glass, Crescent City)01:54:22 Pre-cog: Stryga lives!
Mon, 19 Jan 2026 - 2h 01min - 48 - ACOTAR: The Bone Carver Deep Dive | Prythian lore, Ties to Crescent City, Connections to Throne of Glass, and more!
Welcome to "Dragons in the Details," your go-to podcast for deep dives into Sarah J. Maas's ACOTAR series and the wider Maasverse, including Throne of Glass and Crescent City.
In this episode, Abby and Ronnie unpack the mysteries surrounding the Bone Carver: why he refused to leave the Prison, what he was tracing in the dirt, and the hidden lore that reveals huge secrets about Prythian. No chapter-by-chapter spoilers here—just rich analyses and bold theories about characters and story arcs that fans can enjoy whether they're new or longtime readers. Tune in for an unfiltered exploration of your favorite Maasverse moments, where no detail goes unanalyzed and no theory is too unhinged!
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00:00 We're falling in love (with Heated Rivalry)
08:13 Episode Overview: Bone Carver Deep Dive
11:43 COSMs: Bat Boy Reading Lists, So Many Tamlin Babes
18:17 Fun Questions: Who's the Bone Carver's Bestie?
21:29 What are the Bone Carvers's Powers?
34:53 Why did the Carver want Feyre to look in the Ouroboros?
50:19 What 's the BC's tie to the Phases of the Moon?
01:09:59 Maasverse COSMS: So many things this week
01:18:33 Maasverse: What does the Bone Carver appear to Feye as? (CC, ToG)
01:26:52 Maasverse: What is the Bone Carver tracing in the Dirt? (ToG, CC)
01:40:52 Maasverse: Why doesn’t the Bone Carver want to leave the Prison? (CC)
01:47:52 Maasverse: Bone Carver's connection to the God of Truth (ToG)
01:56:12 Precog: The Bone Quarter, The Ouroboros
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Mon, 12 Jan 2026 - 2h 03min - 47 - ACOTAR: The Prison Deep Dive | Eighth Court Magic, What is Lanthys, Maasverse Theories, and more!
Join Abby and Ronnie as we explore ACOTAR's most mysterious location: The Prison! We're unpacking everything about Prythian's misty island compound—what the Prison actually is, the enigmatic Prison guards and their potential connection to Koschei, and why Nesta said the magic there "felt different" than Night Court magic.
**Maasverse Spoilers from here on out**
In our Maasverse section (spoilers ahead!), we dive deep into all things Dusk Court. We break down what the island was during the time of Silene and the Asteri, puzzle over what Lanthys actually is (Valg? Prince of Hel? Asteri warrior? We're genuinely stumped), explore the connections between the Harp Chamber and Elena's Tomb in Throne of Glass, and trace those "strange symbols" carved into the Prison to other places across the Maasverse.
Finally, in our pre-cog corner, we ask: did Baba Yellowlegs know EXACTLY what she was talking about in Empire of Storms? And could High Lord magic have Starborn origins, too?
Perfect for fans of ACOTAR and the Maasverse—this is an episode you won't want to miss!
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00:00 Christmas Movie Mayhem
05:20 Episode Overview: The Prison Deep Dive
13:22 Fun Question: FMK Prison Edition
17:24 ACOTAR: What is the Prison?
34:43 ACOTAR: What are the Prison Guards?
41:46 Maasverse COSMs: Why does Rhys think Beron could free the inmates?
47:09 Maasverse: Dusk Court Deep Dive (CC)
59:59 Maasverse: What is Lanthys? (CC, ToG)
01:09:41 Maasverse: What are the connections between the Harp Room and Elena's Tomb? (CC, ToG)
01:21:44 Maasverse: Why is the mountain on top of the prison covered in Wyrdmarks? (CC, ToG)
01:30:37 Pre-Cog Corner: Baba Yellowlegs, Mor and Emerie, High Lord Bloodlines
01:37:36 Reading Corner: The Knight and the Moth, Alchemised
Mon, 05 Jan 2026 - 1h 41min - 46 - The Ultimate Maasverse Holiday Special & 2025 Recap (ft. ThreeFacedGoddess)
Join Abby, Ronnie, and special guest MORGAN (aka ThreeFacedGoddess on TikTok) for the ultimate Maasverse Holiday Special and 2025 Recap! We're kicking off with a cozy end-of-year roundup featuring our favorite reads, binge-worthy TV shows, standout movies, and all the memorable media moments from 2024. Expect hot takes, cozy vibes, and plenty of laughs.
In the second half, dive deep into the worlds of Sarah J. Maas, including ACOTAR, Throne of Glass, Crescent City, and the broader Maasverse. Morgan shares her most fascinating and unhinged theories on key characters like Feyre, the mysteries of Hel, Maeve’s true nature, and the secrets of the cauldron. If you've been searching for answers hidden in the ACOTAR series or the greater Maasverse, this is the conversation for you.
Grab your favorite holiday drink and get comfortable for a fun and insightful journey filled with theories, laughs, and dragon-worthy deep dives. Don’t forget to subscribe for weekly episodes covering your favorite Maasverse characters! Spoilers ahead for the entire ACOTAR series, Throne of Glass, Crescent City, and more.
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00:00 What's it like to have Pigmented Lips?
04:22 It's our Holiday Sweater!
08:24 Off The Cuff: Our Maasverse Reading Order Recs
12:21 The Best Books We Read This Year
19:47 The Most Surprising Books We Read This Year
22:56 The Best Movies We Saw This Year
26:57 The Best Shows We Watched This Year
35:07 Our New Year's Resolutions
43:13 Spoiler Alert and Holiday Wishes
43:28 Introduction to Morgan (aka threefacedgoddess on tiktok!)
50:50 Maasverse: Did Feyre make the Drop?
01:16:03 Maasverse: Did Theia make a Bargain with Hel?
01:36:22 Maasverse: Has Maeve been to Spring Court?
01:50:34: What We’re Reading (Alchemised, still)
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 - 1h 52min - 45 - ACOTAR: The Library Deep Dive - Bryaxis, Priestesses, & What's Lurking at the Bottom
Join Abby and Ronnie as they descend into the depths of ACOTAR'S House of Wind Library! From the mysterious sentience of the House itself to the terrifying (but cuddly) creature known as Bryaxis - we break it all down for you in this ACOTAR Deep Dive Episode! What exactly IS the House of Wind and why does it have a heartbeat? What's really at the bottom of the Library? And why are Nesta and Emerie so affected by the Library when Gwyn seems totally fine?!? Something's not adding up.
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In this episode, we investigate:
What each bat boy's favorite book genre would be (this got chaotic)
The House of Wind's sentience and mysterious heartbeat
Deep dive into the priestesses - Clotho, Merrill, and our beloved Gwyn
Maasverse Section:
What IS Bryaxis and where did it come from?
Why doesn’t Bryaxis want to leave the library?
What's really at the bottom of the Library?
Who built the Library? Asteri, Valg, Princes of Hel, something else?
Why Nesta and Emerie are affected by the Library while Gwyn is not (CC, ToG)
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00:00 Holiday Chaos and Adulting
06:46 Episode Overview: "The Library carved into the mountain beneath the House of Wind that is also known as the home and refuge of the priestesses and many souls in need" Deep Dive
09:26 COSMs: Everyone loves Eris
12:34 Fun Question: What is each bat boy's favorite genre?
16:44 ACOTAR: What is the House of Wind? How does it have a heartbeat?
38:38 ACOTAR: Priestesses Deep Dive - Clotho, Merrill, and Gwyn
01:00:49 Maasverse COSMs - The lady with the red nails, More Eris we still love him
01:09:40 Maasverse Deep Dive: What is Bryaxis? (CC, ToG)
01:20:36 Maasverse: What's at the bottom of the Library? (CC)
01:50:21 Maasverse Deep Dive: Why are Nesta and Emerie affected by the Library when Gwyn is not? (CC, ToG)
01:55:24 Pre-cog corner: The Nature of Dreams
02:02:08 Pre-cog corner: Eris and Thanatos: A Connection?
Mon, 22 Dec 2025 - 2h 01min - 44 - ACOTAR: High Lords Deep Dive - Powers, Heirs, & Missing High Ladies
Join Abby and Ronnie as they dive deep into our faithful leaders of Prythian - the High Lords! From Beron’s nefarious motivations to Helion’s connection to the mask - we break it all down for you in this ACOTAR Deep Dive Episode! What exactly is the source of the High Lord’s Powers? Who’s the heir to each court? And how exactly is it possible that in the millennia of magic choosing the High Lords, a High Lady has never ever been chosen?!? We smell a rat.
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In this episode, we investigate:
The source of the High Lord’s power
What we can learn from Calanmai
The likely heirs to each court (Lucien’s looking good for like, 3 of them)
Whatever the hell is going on in the Autumn Court
Maasverse Section:
How the high lord’s power ties to the Asteri (Hello, Vesperus, hi, what did you mean when you said the land drank from you??)
What happened to all the High Ladies
The connections between Beron and the Autumn King (we think it could involve some caves and some thin places)
Helion’s connection to the Mask
Thesan’s connection to other healing powers in the Maasverse (looking at you, Tower of DAWN)
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00:00 Intro: Sarah J Maas is trying to kill us
05:00 Episode Overview: High Lords Deep Dive
10:05 Fun Question: Choose a Court
13:36 ACOTAR: What is the source of the High Lord's Power?
27:39 ACOTAR: Who are the heir's to each court?
40:51 Maasverse COSMS: Book of Mormon, Why did Cassian forget about Rhys's Orrery?
43:28 Maasverse: What is the source of the High Lord's Power? (CC)
55:23 Maasverse: Why are there no High Ladies anymore? (CC)
01:04:26 Maasverse: What is the connection between Beron and the Autumn King? (CC)
01:14:22 Maasverse: Why is Helion so affected by the mask? (CC)
01:23:19 Maasverse: Tracing the healing powers (CC, ToG)
01:34:16 Precog Corner: Nyx vs Nox, Is Eris a Crochan Witch?
01:44:06 Outro
Mon, 15 Dec 2025 - 1h 44min - 43 - ACOTAR: Eris Deep Dive - Unraveling the Autumn Heir’s Many Mysteries
Join Abby and Ronnie as they unravel the MANY, MANY mysteries surrounding our favorite (presumed) heir of Autumn Court, Eris Vanserra! What exactly are Eris’s powers? How does he know everything he seems to know? Why is Rhys so willing to trust him? And what exactl went down with Eris, the Made dagger, and Brially and Koschei at the end of “A Court of Silver Flames”? In this romantasy deep dive perfect for ACOTAR fans, we explore break down everything you want to know about this foxy redhead.
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In this episode, we investigate:
• Eris’s motivations throughout the books, including when he hunted down Feyre
• What he seems to know about Mor, Azriel, and others
• Why Rhys trusts him
Maasverse Section:
• How does Eris know the things he seems to know?
• What’s going on with Eris’s weird timeline? Was he really 10 when he and Mor were engaged?
• Why does Rhys insist on giving Eris his made dagger?
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00:00 Navigating Illness and Entertainment Choices
06:24 Episode Overview: Eris Deep Dive
08:47 Announcements: We hit 10k on insta and we love you all very much!
14:07 COSMS: Rhys is a showtunes girly, 1st vs 3rd person POVs
20:58 Fun Question: What are Eris's hobbies?
23:39 ACOTAR: What are Eris's Powers?
34:02 ACOTAR: Why is Rhys so trusting of Eris?
34:19 ACOTAR: Why is Rhys so trusting of Eris?
48:17 ACOTAR: How does Eris know everything he seems to know?
01:01:52 Maasverse: How does Eris know everything he seems to know? (CC)
01:15:24 Maasverse: Why does Eris hesitate to call his brothers his brothers? (CC, ToG)
01:24:57 Maasverse: Why does Rhys insist on giving Eris Nesta's Made dagger? (CC)
01:41:10 Pre-cog: Eris in mythology, the Viper Queen
01:47:36 Reading Corner: Brimstone Review
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Mon, 08 Dec 2025 - 1h 55min - 42 - The Dragon's Thanksgiving Special
It’s time for something a little different this week! Join Abby and Ronnie for a cozy Thanksgiving special where they simply sit around and gab, mostly about books. Warm and cozy and fun for the whole family! (But still rated R!)
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Topics:
We went to see the most important women in our lives (Rebecca Yarros and Cynthia Erivo)
Books we’re thankful for
ACOTAR 6 Speculation
Cozy reading recs
Our weird reading habit confessions
Shepherd King Duology Reaction (Spoilers!)
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00:00 Our ideal Thanksgiving book friends
01:24 Oedipus on Broadway
04:01 The Lobster: A Film Discussion
06:08 Thanksgiving Special Episode Introduction
11:04 Thanksgiving Dinner with Fictional Characters
11:46 Event Recap: Cynthia Erivo and Rebecca Yaros
15:22 Insights on Fame and Creativity
19:40 Critique of New York Magazine
24:04 Wicked: A Love for the Story
26:44 Speculations on Sarah J. Maas' New Series
29:16 Books We Are Grateful For
32:09 The Impact of Fantasy on Our Lives
40:22 Cozy Reads for the Holiday Season
46:49 The Challenge of Finding Exclusive Content
49:14 The Evolution of Physical Books
52:23 Reading Habit Confessions
54:03 Shepherd King Duology Reaction
01:11:34 Looking Ahead: Future Reads
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Mon, 01 Dec 2025 - 1h 15min - 41 - ACOTAR: Rhysand Deep Dive Part 2 - What Drives our High Lord Illyrian Baby?
Join Abby and Ronnie as they unravel the mystery of Rhysand's character and motivations in this week’s ACOTAR Deep Dive!!
Why does our favorite High Lord do what he does? Why did he want to kill Tamlin in ACOFAS? Why is he so reluctant to use his Daemati powers? And why is the Suriel so involved in his love life? In this romantasy deep dive perfect for ACOTAR fans, we explore Rhys's motivations, unpack how much he might know about the Maasverse, and ponder why he and Feyre are the only 1st person POVs in the entire Maasverse.
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⚠️ SPOILERS for entire ACOTAR series + full Maasverse (Crescent City & Throne of Glass)!
In this episode, we investigate:
• The Suriel’s role in Rhys’s life thus far
• His reluctance to use his Daemati powers
• Why Rhys wanted to kill Tamlin in ACOFAS
Maasverse Section:
• How much does Rhys actually know about other worlds? Seems like a lot
• Why does Amren want Rhys to be high king? Is it because she knows some otherworldly parasites might be coming back to Prythian soon?
• Why are Rhys and Feyre the only 1st person POVs in the entire Maasverse?
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Timestamps:`
00:00 Stop everything and go read kiss of the basilisk (if you want to)
06:29 Episode Overview: Rhys Part 2
14:16 Fun Question: FMK Bat Boys (with a twist!)
18:23 ACOTAR Deep Dive: Why has Rhys tried and failed to trap the Suriel twice?
32:39 ACOTAR: Why doesn't Rhys like to use his Daemati powers?
42:55 ACOTAR: Why does Rhys want to kill Tamlin in ACOFAS?
57:22 Maasverse COSMS - Rhys' Jeweler
01:02:20 How much does Rhys know about other worlds? (CC, ToG)
01:16:52 Why does Amren want Rhys to be High King? (CC, ToG)
01:27:41 Why are Rhys and Feyre the only First Person POVs in the Maasverse?
01:38:09 Pre-Cog Corner: The Nature of Death and Bargains
01:50:44 What we're reading: The Shepherd King Duology
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Mon, 24 Nov 2025 - 1h 56min - 40 - ACOTAR: Rhysand Deep Dive Part 1 - Powers, Beast Form & Mysterious Origins
Join Abby and Ronnie as they unravel the mystery of Rhysand's true powers and origins in this week’s ACOTAR Deep Dive!! Why does the most powerful High Lord in Prythian history have a beast form that looks exactly like the Daglan’'s hounds? In this romantasy deep dive perfect for ACOTAR fans, we explore Rhys's Daemati abilities, his shadowy connections across the Maasverse, and the disturbing link between his bloodline and some universe big bads. From his starry origins to his mind-reading abilities,, we've got receipts that will change how you see the High Lord of the Night Court forever.
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⚠️ SPOILERS for entire ACOTAR series + full Maasverse (Crescent City & Throne of Glass)!
In this episode, we investigate:
• The Powers: Daemati mind control, summoning night, shadow wielding, winnowing, mysterious fire powers, and controlling bodies
• Beast Form Breakdown: Why does Rhys transform into the Daglan's hounds? How do the Death Gods tie in? The disturbing pet theory
Maasverse Section:
• What Is a Daemati: Mind reading, memory manipulation, and the hive mind connection across Maasverse
• Rhys's True Lineage: Vesperus (Evening Star) + Valg/Hell = Most powerful combination in Prithian
• The Silene Connection: How Silene and Helena's shadow powers trace directly to Rhys
• Sapphire Eyes Theory: Why Rhys, Dorian, Maeve, Aidas, and Vesperus all share this feature
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Mon, 17 Nov 2025 - 1h 59min - 39 - ACOTAR: Amren Deep Dive - Angel, Serpent, Betrayer of the Inner Circle?
Join Abby and Ronnie as they dive into one of ACOTAR’s most mysterious characters - Amren! Is this tiny ancient one actually a fallen angel playing the long game? In this romantasy deep dive perfect for BookTok fans, we uncover connections across the entire Maasverse that will change how you see Amren forever. We break down everything we know about Amren - from: her angelic origins to her sometimes sketchy behavior, and her terrifying true form.
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⚠️ SPOILERS for entire ACOTAR series + full Maasverse (Crescent City & Throne of Glass)!
In this episode, we investigate:
• The Powers: Blood-drinking, ward manipulation, mind control, and that death-dealing true form
• Old Testament Angel Energy: Passover imagery, burning wings, crowns of light, and "fire and brimstone"
• Where She Came From: Twin cities, rips in the world, the Daglan connection, and that suspicious timeline
• What She Actually Is: Angel? Devil? We've got receipts.
• The Bryaxis Bargain: Did Amren just trick Feyre into giving away the sun, moon, and stars?
• High King Theory: Is Amren corrupting Rhys? Snake in the garden vibes.
Maasverse Madness:
• Wyrdmarks, the Leshon Hakodesh, and the source of Amren’s powers
• Was Amren an early prototype for the Lunathion Archangels?
• The Prison Timeline Doesn't Add Up: Someone is lying about when Amren was imprisoned—and we think it's Amren
• Could Amren be the Asteri's pet that Seline hunted down?
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Chapters:
00:00 IT’S MARATHON SEASONNNN
10:05 Amren Deep Dive Overview - ACOTAR's Most Mysterious Character
16:53 Amren vs Mor - Choose Your Fighter
18:34 Amren's Powers Explained - Blood Drinking, Wards & Mind Control
28:56 Amren's Origins - Where Did She Come From? Twin Cities Theory
41:41 What Is Amren? Angel vs Devil Evidence & Theories
56:05 Maasverse Timeline Inconsistencies - Someone's Lying (ToG, CC)
01:08:02 Amren's True Nature Revealed - Crescent City & Throne of Glass Connections
01:16:45 How Does Amren Know Wyrdmarks? Language & Power Analysis (CC, ToG)
01:26:54 Precog Corner - Asteri Archives Theory & Amren as Goddess (CC, ToG)
01:34:00 Currently Reading - Kingdom of Ash & One Dark Window Reviews
01:36:10 Follow Dragons in the Details on Social Media
01:37:04 Outro
Mon, 10 Nov 2025 - 1h 37min - 38 - ACOTAR: Morrigan Deep Dive - Liar, Witch, Death Goddess in Disguise?
Is Mor just ACOTAR’s resident mean girl with a truth power, or is she secretly the most dangerous member of the Inner Circle? After analyzing every scene, lie, and suspicious moment across the entire series, we've uncovered connections that will change how you see Mor forever. Join Abby & Ronnie as they dive deep into Prythian's resident blonde bombshell, her lies, her secrets, and her shocking ties to the Maasverse’s best villain.
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⚠️ SPOILERS for entire ACOTAR series (+ Maasverse in our Maasverse section!)
In this episode, we investigate:
Why Mor is absolutely terrible to Nesta (and it's worse than you think)
Is Mor influencing the Inner Circle?
The REAL story behind Mor and Eris (spoiler: nothing adds up)
Why her "truth power" is... kind of a lie?
How powerful is she actually? (That mountain-shaking entrance needs answers)
Mor's potential connections to Death Gods
Why the King of Hybern calls her a "mighty queen"
That mysterious shadow at Athelwood (Bryaxis? Koschei? Apollion?!)
Maasverse Madness:
Mor’s parallels to the Crochans
Witch mirrors and the Valg connection
The insane connections between Mor and Maeve
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Chapters:
00:00 Using our friends as Maasverse lab rats
05:51 Episode Overview: Mor Deep Dive
08:49 COSMs: The Archerons and Vassa
12:43 This week's fun question: Do we like Mor?
17:25 ACOTAR Deep Dive: Why does Mor hate Nesta?
27:59 ACOTAR Deep Dive: What is Mor's power?
41:09 ACOTAR Deep Dive: Why is Mor powerful enough to be Rhy's third?
44:10 ACOTAR Deep Dive: What really happened with Mor and Eris?
58:39 ACOTAR Deep Dive: Why does the King of Hybern call Mor a mighty queen?
01:06:10 ACOTAR Deep Dive: What does Mor see at the end of ACOFAS?
01:11:33 Precog Corner: Is Mor on the cover of ACOMAF?
01:13:41 Maasverse COSMS: Feyre's a bloodhound, did Mor see a prince of Hel?(CC, ToG)
01:20:02 Maasvese Deep Dive: Where do Mor's powers come from? (CC, ToG)
01:32:24 Maasverse Deep Dive: The Maeve of it all (ToG)
01:42:03 Maasverse Deep Dive: Why does Mor's family have the Ouroboros? (ToG)
01:48:05 Pre-cog corner: Is someone spying on Feyre through the Ouroboros?
01:50:46 Pre-cog: How is Mor Rhy's only surviving family, when Mor has a family?
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Mon, 03 Nov 2025 - 1h 54min - 37 - Onyx Storm Deep Dive: Breaking Down Rebecca Yarros' Latest Bombshells
Rebecca Yarros just gave us SO MUCH at Romantasy BookCon, and we're here to break it all down! Join Abby and Ronnie for an unscripted, off-the-cuff reaction to the Fantasy Fangirls interview. From confirming our wildest theories to dropping new bombshells about Book 4, this interview changed the game. Grab your dragon scales and let's dive in!
Major Bombshells Revealed:
🐉 The Reason Xaden Married Violet - SECRET. DRAGON. ARMY.
🐉 Two Empyreans Exist - Confirmed with ONE WORD in Onyx Storm
🐉 Asher Was a Rebel - Papa Sorengail's connection to the rebellion is undeniable at this point
🐉 The Magic in the Isles - What she already revealed
🐉 Xaden's Villain Era is Coming - What Book 4 has in store
🐉 Imogen's Memory Wiping - The controversial answer about Violet's memories
🐉 Ancestral Hatching Grounds are "Absolutely Essential" - Especially the one we don't know about
🐉 Niara is Keeping "Bigger, Badder Secrets" - And we think we know what they cover
🐉 Violet and Xaden are MATES- why did Rebecca answer a question about Xaden and Violet’s bond with an answer about dragon mates??
⚠️ Spoiler Warning: Full spoilers for Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm!
This Episode is Brought to You By:
Our minimal preparation and pure chaotic energy! What was supposed to be a 20-minute reaction turned into 90 minutes of theory spiraling - exactly as it should be. But don’t worry, we still have theories galore!
Related Episodes to Check Out:
Lilith and Asher Deep Dive - https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/jZsjZyhwTXb
Xaden Deep Dive - https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/jUiOaAhwTXb
Gods & Isles Deep Dive - https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/fW6762gwTXb
History Part 2 - https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/7OS1u0gwTXb
Onyx Storm Ending Pt 1 - https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/WLwc2YgwTXb
Onyx Storm Ending Pt 2 - https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/SKy6tudFOXb
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Chapters:
00:00 Welcome to another chaotic episode of Dragons after Dark
02:33 Rebecaa is a Master at Interviews
04:38 There's no way Taylor Swift isn't reading these books
06:54 Graphic Novel and Showrunner Reactions
09:00 Rapid Fire Empyrean Questions
12:06 What do you mean Asher had "insights into the rebellion," Rebecca?!?
18:30 How magic works on the Isles - It's either the sky or the gods or both
26:48 We can't wait for more Niara
29:01 Rebecca's "no" on Xaden's Grandpa probably means Fen wasn't the true heir of Tyrrendor
31:34 We need to talk about Imogen
35:51 When you're asked about humans but answer about dragons
38:26 We're getting a SECRET. DRAGON. ARMY.
47:01 A brief Bodhi interlude
49:02 Fashion Choices of the Venin
49:54 What's up with Venin signets
51:59 Why was Lilith trying to find a cure? To save someone she loved
53:25 Yes, Venin can still love and Theophanie lied
54:54 Panchek's been dirty for a while - or has he?
56:59 The Ancestral Dragon Hatching Grounds
01:00:58 Who are the other memory readers??
01:04:51 The moment that Violet realizes why Xaden married her is because...
01:09:37 Are we ready for Xaden's Villain Era?
Fri, 31 Oct 2025 - 1h 14min - 36 - ACOTAR: Azriel Deep Dive - His Shadows, His Winnowing & His Hellacious Origins
Is Azriel just a shadow singer, or is there something far more ancient—and hellacious—at play? In this ACOTAR deep dive, we unravel the mysteries surrounding everyone's favorite Spymaster: his shadows that seem to have a mind of their own, his winnowing that “cuts through the world like a blade," and the origins of his power that even the Illyrians can't explain. We're connecting dots across the Maasverse that reveal Azriel might be way more than a brooding bat boy. Whether you're Team Elain, Team Gwyn, Team Mor, or just here for the cross-series chaos - this episode will wreck you!
🌙 WHAT WE COVER:
ACOTAR Deep Dives:
• What IS shadow singing? Breaking down Azriel's powers and how they work
• Azriel's winnowing - why is it described as "cutting through the world like a blade?
• Why his shadows disappear around some women but dance around others
• Why can he remember the Dread Trove when even Amren forgot it?
• What are his suspicious connections to Koschei (shadows, death, and manipulation)
Maasverse Connections:
• The quote from Throne of Glass that changes EVERYTHING about Azriel's shadows
• Parallels between Azriel, Apollion, and ancient death gods
• Truth-Teller vs. the Star Sword: Made and Unmade powers
• Cross-series shadow wielders: Ruhn, Cormac, and the Avallen bloodline
• Our wildest theory yet: What if the prophecy about the sword and the knife isn’t about the fae?
Plus: Why his shadows don't tell him about Mor, the prison sentries that "know what he is," and our Pre-Cog Corner theory about Koschei, Elain, and mating bonds!
💬 COMMENT BELOW: Do you think Azriel's shadows come from Fae magic or something darker? Are you Team Elain, Team Gwyn, or Team "Let Him Be Happy"? Share your theories!
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Chapters:
00:00 Intro - Soup Season, Medieval Times, The Life of a Showgirl, T-Pain's still got it
06:55 Episode Overview - Azriel Deep Dive
09:19 ACOTAR COSMs - Elain getting comfy, Jesminda and Lucien
16:22 Fun Question - What would Azriel suggest for a first date?
17:20 ACOTAR Deep Dive: What is a shadowsinger?
33:15 ACOTAR Deep Dive: What is Azriel's Winnowing Power?
44:18 ACOTAR Deep Dive: Why was Azriel able to remember the trove when even Amren forgot it?
52:05 ACOTAR Deep Dive: Why is Az so unlucky in love?
01:10:44 ACOTAR Pre-Cog Corner: Azriel and Elain as Hades and Persephone, with a Koschei cameo!
01:15:14 Maasverse Deep Dive: Crescent City and Throne of Glass spoilers from here on out, babes!
01:15:47 Maasverse COSMs: The best DM we've ever gotten, The Bone Carver's Circles, the eddies of the Cauldron, more shadow daddies! (CC, Tog)
01:21:04 Maasverse Deep Dive: Where does shadowsinging come from? (Nowhere good babes!) (CC, ToG)
01:39:31 Early Pre-Cog: The prophecy of the sword and the knife isn't about the fae at all, AND it ties everything togehter (ToG, CC, all of it!)
01:46:08 Maasverse Deep Dive: Where do Azriel's other powers come from? (ToG, CC)
01:56:03 A completely off the cuff bonus Q: Are Bryce and Azriel mates? (CC)
02:02:43 Maasverse Pre-Cog Corner: Have we met Koschei before? (CC, ToG)
02:06:33 Maasverse Precog: It's actually all about Vassa (ToG, CC)
02:11:09 Maasverse Pre-Cog: What if Az's scars aren't from fire at all? (CC)
02:12:18 Maasverse Pre-cog: Has Eris been getting some interesting mail? (CC)
02:15:09 What we're reading: You already know the answer
Mon, 27 Oct 2025 - 2h 18min - 35 - ACOTAR: Cassian Deep Dive - His Family Mystery, Power, and Maasverse Connections
Why does Cassian need seven siphons when other powerful Illyrians only need one? Why does the Bone Carver call him the Prince of Bastards? Why does he taste like snow and embers? In this ACOTAR deep dive, we explore the mysteries surrounding the Lord of Bloodshed - from his unexplained origins to the cryptic question the Bone Carver asked that changes everything. We're breaking down the contradictions in Cassian's backstory and uncovering connections that might reveal his true power.
Whether you're obsessed with Nessian, counting down to the next ACOTAR book, or just love Sarah J. Maas theories - this episode is for you!
🌙 WHAT WE COVER:
ACOTAR Deep Dives:
• Why does Cassian need seven siphons? The power level mystery
• The Bone Carver's cryptic question about Cassian's family
• What really happened at Ramiel and why it matters
• Cassian's unexplained backstory contradictions
Maasverse Connections:
• Surprising parallels between Cassian and a certain angel
• Cross-series patterns Sarah J. Maas keeps repeating
• Theories about Cassian's true origins and what they mean for the series
• Why certain details about his power might be more significant than they appear
Plus: What Nesta's powers reveal about Cassian, and our Pre-Cog Corner predictions! 💬
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Chapters:
00:00 Intro - Surfers and Raccoons Giving us Heart Attacks, Cynthia Erivo for Voldemort
09:01 Episode Overview - ACOTAR: Cassian Deep Dive
12:02 COSMs: Tamlin the Cat is our new mascot
13:57 Fun Question: What is your favorite Cassian moment?
17:10 ACOTAR Deep Dive: Who are Cassian's parents?
22:48 ACOTAR Deep Dive: What are Cassian's powers?
28:22 ACOTAR Deep Dive: Why does the Bone Carver say that Cassian "woke" something that day in Hybern?
35:26 ACOTAR Deep Dive: What happened between Cassian and Bryaxis (Wild Speculation)
40:48 Maasverse COSMs - What did Bryaxis really ask for (ToG, CC) , Was Enalius part Prince of Hel? (CC)
45:52 Maasverse: Why does the Bone Carver call Cassian Prince of Bastards (CC)
54:21 Maasverse Sidebar: Are Hunt and Bryce Carranam? (CC, ToG)
55:52 Maasverse Deep Dive: Why is Cassian so much more powerful than the other Illyrians? (CC, ToG)
01:09:33 Precog Corner: Illyrian Tattoos revisited, Has Nesta already been to Hel? (CC, ToG)
01:23:11 What we're reading - Still the Maasverse :D
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Mon, 20 Oct 2025 - 1h 25min - 34 - ACOTAR: Elain Deep Dive - Exploring her Powers, Her Prophecies, and Her Mate Situation
Dive into the world of ACOTAR with friends Ronnie and Abby in this episode centered on Elain Archeron! Discover the unique fey powers Elain possesses and her connections within the Maasverse, including possible ties to the intrigues of the Night Court and the overarching narrative of the series. Whether you're fresh off your read of ACOTAR or revisiting the beloved series, this podcast is designed for avid fans eager to discuss theories about the fae world. Are you counting down the days until ACOTAR 6? Wondering how Elain fits into the web of power dynamics? Tune in for an in-depth discussion and insights about Elain's character and her role among the fae.
What we'll cover this episode
ACOTAR Only Section
- What are Elain's powers?
- What court does Elain belong in? (Or, the Tamlin Question)
- Prophecy Deep Dive
Maasverse Section:
- Is Elain Starborn?
- Why is Elain drawn to Azriel?
- Why did the cauldron give the seer power to Elain?
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Chapters
00:00 Welcome to our first episode of Dragons After Dark! (Because we're sick)
02:57 Witching Season is Upon Us
05:31 Episode Overview - ACOTAR: Elain Deep Dive
08:41 Announcements: We have a website! And please remember to like, comment, subscribe!
09:58 COSMs: Is Mama Archeron one of the sisters in the Weaver's song?
13:52 F/M/K: Archeron edition
16:05 ACOTAR Deep Dive: What are Elain's powers?
27:42 ACOTAR: What Court does Elain belong in?
43:23 ACOTAR: Prophecy Deep Dive
01:09:37 Maasverse COSMS: How to Kill a Death God (Again!), Hearing heartbeats through the stone (Crescent City)
01:12:05 Maasverse Deep Dive: Is Elain Starborn? (Crescent City)
01:14:53 Maasverse: Why is Elain drawn to Azriel? (Crescent City)
01:32:55 Maasverse: Why did the cauldron give the seer power to Elain? (Crescent City, Throne of Glass)
01:41:11 Pre-Cog Corner: Elain's scent, Who the heck is Urstin?!? (Crescent City)
01:46:04 What we're reading - Maasverse today, Maasverse tomorrow, Maasverse forever
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 - 1h 49min - 33 - ACOTAR: Nesta Deep Dive
Join us for an exciting episode of 'Dragons in the Details,' where we dive deep into the world of ACOTAR as we explore the complex character of Nesta Archeron. In this episode, we unravel her powerful gifts and uncover her evolving role within the Maasverse. Whether you're new to Sarah J. Maas's works or a long-time fan, our discussion will ignite your theories and deepen your understanding of Nesta's significance. We’ll examine key themes, including her struggle against Tamlin’s glamour, her powerful connections to the Mother, and why various characters covet her hand in marriage. Don't worry—there are NO spoilers for the Maasverse until our dedicated section at the end. So grab your headphones and let's delve into this thrilling romantasy deep dive!
What We Cover this Episode:
- What exactly is Nesta’s powers? Just how powerful is she?
- How is Nesta able to resist Tamlin’s glamour while she’s still human?
- What is Nesta’s connection to the Mother?
- Why does everybody (Koschei, Lanthys, and Eris) want to marry Nesta?!?
***SPOILERS FOR THE MAASVERSE***
Maasverse Section:
Is Nesta Starborn? (Throne of Glass and Crescent City spoilers)
Who’s power does Nesta have? (Throne of Glass and Crescent City spoilers)
What will Nesta do with the starsword? (Crescent City spoilers)
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00:00 Intro - Fall is here and so is our Sodastream Era
03:26 Episode Overview: Nesta Archeron Deep Dive
07:56 COSMS: More Evidence for Ronnie's Gwyn / Lucien Theory
11:23 Fancasting Nesta
17:03 ACOTAR Deep Dive: What Are Nesta's Powers?
29:26 ACOTAR Deep Dive: How Did Nesta Resist Tamlin's Glamour?
36:18 ACOTAR Deep Dive: What is Nesta's Connection to the Mother?
47:25 ACOTAR Deep Dive: Why does everybody want to marry Nesta? (Lanthys, Koschei, and Eris)
01:03:01 Maasverse Section: Spoilers for ACOTAR, Throne of Glass, Crescent City!
01:03:54 Maasverse COSMS: What is Nesta, really? (Throne of Glass)
01:08:57 Maasverse Deep Dive: Is Nesta Starborn? (Crescent City, Throne of Glass)
01:22:48 Maasverse Deep Dive: Whose power does Nesta have? (Throne of Glass, Crescent City)
01:33:01 Maasverse: What will Nesta do with the Starsword? (Crescent City)
01:44:40 Maasverse: Speculation on Book 6 (Throne of Glass, Crescent City)
01:48:35 Pre-cog Corner: Nesta as a Queen of ... somewhere?? (Crescent City)
01:56:50 What We're Reading
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Mon, 06 Oct 2025 - 1h 59min - 32 - ACOTAR: Feyre Deep Dive - Mysterious Powers, Her Beast Form, and Maasverse Connections -Is She Starborn?!?
Finally, and ACOTAR podcast that matches your obsession level.
This week Abby and Ronnie are diving deeeeepp into our favorite High Lady of the Night Court from Sarah J Maas’s ACOTAR series, Feyre Archeron! We’ll break down everything from Feyre’s (many many) powers to what she sees in the Ouroboros and everything in between. In our Maasverse section we follow up on our huge reveal in Rhys’s Family Deep Dive and answer some questions we raised about the Archeron family tree. Happy Listening!
What we cover this episode:
Where did Feyre get her powers from? And what's with this mysterious white light?Why does Feyre have connection to the cauldron, when she wasn't made from it?What is Ferye’s beast form?Then in our Maasverse Section:
Who is the Faceless Woman in Feyre’s Dreams? (Crescent City, Throne of GlassMaasverse: Is Feyre starborn? (Crescent City)Maasverse: Why does Feyre refer to herself as a Wolf? (Crescent City, Throne of Glass)Maasverse: Precog CornerFollow us on social media:
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00:00 Intro - Nail Salons and Movie Theaters are Better, Everything Else is Worse
05:14 Episode Overview - Feyre Deep Dive
09:51 Announcements - Check out Schwoodley on Spotify, Social Media Milestones
12:00 COSMs - Revisiting our Tamlin Theories, Why isn't Jurian Fae?
16:43 Fun Question: Which Feyre is your favorite Feyre?
19:26 ACOTAR Deep Dive: What are Feyre's Powers? Where do each of them come from?
34:55 ACOTAR Deep Dive: Why does Feyre have a Connection to the Cauldron?
42:37 ACOTAR Deep Dive: What does Feyre see in the Ouroboros?
53:01 Maasverse: COSMS - A Banger Theory on Rhys's Mother and Sister, Amarantha is definitely Valg, Will Elain use Bloodbane?
01:03:33 Maasverse Deep Dive: Who is the Faceless Woman in Feyre's Dreams (Mostly Crescent City and a teeny bit of Throne of Glass)
01:10:39 Maasverse Deep Dive: Is Feyre Starborn? (Crescent City)
01:18:51 Maasverse Deep Dive: Why does Feyre Call herself a Wolf (Crescent City and Throne of Glass)
01:27:49 Precog: Revisiting the Ourobouros (Throne of Glass)
01:32:03 Precog: Where did the Fae come from originally? (Throne of Glass, Crescent City)
01:35:37 Precog: Is Rhys Making Feyre? (Crescent City)
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Mon, 29 Sep 2025 - 1h 44min - 31 - Season 2 Trailer - Dive into Sarah J Maas's ACOTAR and the Maasverse with us!
Spoilers for Sarah J Maas's ACOTAR and (light) spoilers for the Maasverse!
Finally, a podcast that matches your ACOTAR obsession level.
Join Abby and Ronnie as they dive deep into the world of Sarah J Maas's A Court of Thorns and Roses series! With each episode covering everything from A Court of Thorns and Roses through A Court of Silver Flames, we're able to sink our teeth into the juIciest theories out there. From shocking speculations about Feyre's abilities to huge reveals about Rhysand's lineage, this is a season you won't want to miss! We're digging into every little detail, every longing glance, leaving no page unturned as we uncover the true secrets of Prythian. And don't miss our Maasverse section at the end of each episode, where we expand our theories to the worlds of Crescent City and Throne of Glass. If you can't get those bat boys out of your head, if you're still thinking about Nesta's character arc, if you're dying to know what the heck is going on with Eris, then this is podcast for you! And as always, we come with receipts!
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Fri, 26 Sep 2025 - 00min - 30 - ACOTAR: Archeron Family Deep Dive - Fae Ancestry, Ties to Death Gods, and a Maasverse Reveal?!?
Your favorite deep dive romantasy podcast is back with a look at our favorite human family from Sarah J Maas’s ACOTAR series, the Archerons! Get ready for an episode jam-packed with theories on the Archeron’s abilities, speculations on why Mama Archeron was so terrible, and questions on how much Mama and Papa Archeron really knew about the Fae. You won’t want to miss this episode!
Did the Archeron’s Have a Connection to the Fae?
We start with the romantasy book that started it all - A Court of Thorns and Roses. Is it possible that the Archeron’s were working with Tamlin the whole time? Why did Papa Archeron tell Feyre to go with Tamlin? And why did Tamlin seem sad when about Mama Archeron's death? We have some wild theories as to how this all could have played out, involving shifting, sentries, and a plan 49 years in the making.
Why did Mama Archeron tell Feyre to protect her sisters?
Does this make any sense, at all? Feyre is the youngest, and Papa Archeron is still alive! Did she know something about Feyre’s future? Why not ask Nesta? None of this really makes any sense!
Why did Mama Archeron try so hard to get Nesta to marry a prince?
Man, this woman has a chip on her shoulder. Why was she so insistent that Nesta marry a prince? Is Cassian actually a prince? Or did Mama Archeron make some kind of bargain with Tamlin, where he could have Feyre as long as Nesta got to marry a prince? Honestly Mama Archeron was so cruel we wouldn’t put it past her.
How did Papa Archeron convince Koschei to release Vassa?
Then we move on to a question that frankly doesn’t get enough attention - how did Papa Archeron, a human man, convince Koschie, a DEATH GOD, to release Vassa? We know he’s a good negotiator, but come on, that’s wild? How did he even find Koschei? This one goes deeeepp into speculation but ends up in a really fun place.
***SPOILERS FOR SARAH J MAAS’S ACOTAR, THRONE OF GLASS, CRESCENT CITY***
Maasverse: Was Mama Archeron Human?
Signs point to no. There’s something very witchy about this lady, and we don’t mean personality-wise. Her bed is made of ironwood, she only has daughters, she raises her children (Nesta especially) to be cruel and unfeeling - the signs are there! Plus Nesta and Elain both have mental gates of iron - are these sisters ironteeth?
Maasverse: Are there wyrdmarks around the Archeron’s door?
Whorls and swirls galore, babes. Yes, definitely. But the bigger question is - why are there wyrdmarks in Prythian at all, if the Valg have never been here? Could they in fact not be a Valg language at all, but connected to the Daglan? Or have the valg been here the whole time? And did the wyrdmarks actually work? After all, the Archeron’s were protected from Fae harm, just not in the way they thought they would be.
Maasverse: Precog Corner
Things get wild (as per usual) in our precog corner, with Abby speculating on the origin of the Illyrian tattoos, and Ronnie goes deep into lore about the river Acheron. Happy listening!
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Time Stamps
00:00 Our New and Improved (?) Intro
07:24 Social Media Shout Outs - Is Grandma Archeron Fae? We'll find out
08:17 How do we feel about the Archerons? Pretty badly
13:53 Archeron Background + Context
20:22 Do Mama and Papa Archeron have a connection to the Fae?
32:14 Why did Mama Archeron tell Feyre to protect her sisters?
39:14 Why did Mama Archeron think Nesta would marry a prince?
44:28 How did Papa Archeron free Vassa?
55:46 Maasverse: Was Mama Archeron human?
59:11 Maasverse: It's time to talk about the witches
01:09:14 Maasverse: Why were there wyrdmarks on the Archeron's door?
01:19:43 Precog Corner - Illyrian Tattoos, The River Archeron
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***Spoilers for Sarah J Maas’s ACOTAR***
Mon, 22 Sep 2025 - 1h 27min - 29 - ACOTAR: Rhys's Family Deep Dive - What Really Happened to Rhys's Mother and Sister, Connections to The Weaver, and our BIGGEST Maasverse Theory Ever
Your favorite literary chaos agents Abby and Ronnie are back with our most THEORY PACKED EPISODE YET! Get ready for wild maas-verse connections, intense deep-dives, and mind-bending, universe-defining theories as we dive deep into Rhys's family.
**ACOTAR SPOILERS**
Are Rhys’s Mother and Sister Really Dead?
We start with the deaths of Rhys’s mother and sister. What do we know? Tamlin was there. What don’t we know? Everything else. Look, all we’re saying is that Feyre never actually saw their wings in the study, and big dummy Tam Tam sure is good at shifting people. Are Rhys’s mother and sister really dead, or did Tamlin somehow save them? And if he did save them, why does he still seem so guilt-ridden?
Why Would Rhys’s Mother Give the Weaver the Ring?
Why did Rhys’s mother leave her wedding ring with the weaver? And why does Feyre seem to hear the ring speak to her? Seems pretty unusual for an Illyrian woman to be able to face down a death god and live to tell the tale. What in the Cauldron’s name is going on here?
How did Rhys’s mother seem to know so much about Feyre?
We round out our ACOTAR section with a parting question about Rhys’s mother - how did she know Feyre’s dress size? (Kidding - kind of!) She seems to have known a lot about Rhys’s future mate. Was she actually seeing the future, or did she just get lucky? Or did it have something to do with all those herbs she ingested to stop her period?
***SPOILERS FOR ACOTAR, THRONE OF GLASS, CRESCENT CITY***
Are Rhys’s Mother and Sister Really Dead? (Take 2)
Then we gear up for our biggest Maas-verse section yet with some truly huge, universe-defining, game-changing theories. We start by revisiting our theories on Rhys’s mothers and sister’s death, this time with Ruhn Danaan involved. Could Ruhn’s mom be Rhys’s sister? Abby isn’t convinced, but Ronnie makes some compelling arguments involving wyrdmarks, shifting, and glamouring. We know that Tamlin can do the last two - is it possible he knows about the wyrdmarks, too?
Why does Feyre’s wedding ring have a six pointed star on it?
Why does this ring basically have a map of Lunathion on it? Could the ring have originally belonged to Silene? Or, does this star connect her to Hypaxia, who used a six-pointed star to (attempt to) summon the dead? Was Rhys's mom a witch?
Is Rhys Starborn?
Then we get into the REALLY REALLY BIG THEORIES. Is Rhys starborn? Yes, 100%, and also there’s NO SUCH THING AS STARBORN. IT’S JUST AN ASTERI BLOODLINE. WE KNOW. GAME-CHANGING. MADNESS. Unfortunately, you’ll have to listen to the episode to find out the full details, but we’re 99% on this one guys.
Is Rhys Valg?
And finally, the other really big questions. IS RHYS VALG? Also yes. But that’s because we think Valg and Asteri might be the same thing. Or maybe he’s a Prince of Hel. Or maybe the Valg are Princes of Hel. There’s a lot of conflicting evidence!
We round it out with some wild pre-cog corner theories on the wyrd and the void and finish up as per usual with what we're reading. Happy listening!
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Time Stamps:
00:00 Intro
02:53 Our Most Theory - Packed Episode Yet
04:45 ACOTAR Deep Dive
07:28 Announcements - Be nice on socials please!
12:27 Rhys's Family Tree and Background
17:27 What really happened to Rhys's Mother and Sister?
26:37 Why did Rhys's Mother give the Weaver her Ring?
41:11 How did Rhys's Mother seem to know so much about Feyre?
45:08 MAASVERSE Section
47:38 Are Rhys's Mother and Sister really dead? Maasverse Edition
50:48 Is Ruhn's mom Rhys's sister?
57:02 The Star on Feyre's Wedding Ring
01:03:49 Is Rhys Starborn?
01:20:35 Is Rhys Valg?
01:36:26 Precog: Rhys's Connection to the Weaver
01:40:12 Precog: The Void is gonna be mega-important (and there might still be Valg spiders in Prythian)
Mon, 15 Sep 2025 - 1h 48min - 28 - ACOTAR: Amarantha Deep Dive - A Backstory that Makes no Sense, Unleashing Tamlin's Rage, and a HUGE Maasverse Reveal
Your favorite literary chaos agents Abby and Ronnie dive DEEP into the worst redhead in Prythian - Amarantha! Get ready for wild theories, mass-verse connections, and our most mind-bending episode yet as we unravel the mysteries behind Under the Mountain's cruel queen.
We start with the bizarre story of Clythia and Jurian that simply does not make sense. How could a Fae loyalist who hates humans fall madly in love with a human general? Why did she love him with an “unrelenting madness”? Is there more to this story than what we’ve been told so far?
Then we get to the good stuff - why did both Amarantha and Rhysand want to unleash Tamlin's rage? Does Tamlin have some kind of magical "kill switch" that makes him unstoppable once triggered? Was she really working for the King of Hybern, or did she have her own agenda? And what powers did she have, really?
Our mass-verse section gets wild as we connect the dots between Amarantha and potential Valg connections. Could she be a Stygian spider like Cyrene from Throne of Glass? We analyze her black eyes, her fingernail that carved out Lucian's eye, and that mysterious spell book she stole from the King of Hybern. Why does she need to rely so heavily on spells when other villains have innate power? And why did she replace the High Lord’s hearts with stones? Was she getting them ready to be possessed by Valg?
We round it out with the puzzling question of why Amarantha's sigil is a sleeping dragon when there are no dragons in Prythian. From glass mountains in Throne of Glass to Ariadne in Crescent City, we follow the dragon breadcrumbs across the mass-verse and wonder if this connects to the library in Adarlan or something far more sinister.
Spoilers for the entire ACOTAR series, Throne of Glass, and Crescent City
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Maasverse:Mon, 08 Sep 2025 - 1h 49min - 27 - ACOTAR: Feyre's Trials Deep Dive - Feyre's rebirth, Tamlin's secrets, and Amarantha's lies
Abby and Ronnie are back this week with a deep dive into Feyre's Trials under the mountain in Sarah J. Maas's A Court of Thorns and Roses!
We start with some lighthearted banter about singing abilities, hair growth supplements, and our embarrassing moments of mixing fantasy with reality (no, that guy with the blonde hair bun is not actually Tamlin, and no, that bleeding person is not a Venin).
Our theories start off strong when we ponder why Amarantha seemed to recognized Feyre's name. Ronnie suggests "Feyre" might mean "liar" in ancient Fae, while Abby proposes a wild theory connecting Feyre to an ancient Fae warrior mentioned by the Bone Carver who imprisoned Striga and Koschei.
Then we dive into Feyre's three trials, examining how each one flips classic tropes on their head. The labyrinth trial tests Feyre's hunting abilities but requires her intelligence rather than brute strength. We explore how Amarantha and Feyre represent two very different types of hunters - one collecting trophies, the other using clever traps to survive. We notice that Rhysand is the only one who refers to Feyre as "her" while everyone else calls her "it" - and he's the only one who bets on her winning!
For the second trial, we question why Amarantha seems obsessed with testing Feyre's literacy when she likely knew Feyre couldn't read. Was this trial designed to be impossible? Why was Lucien involved? Was this more about torturing Tamlin than testing Feyre? And why did Rhysand make Feyre's hand burn instead of just telling her the answer telepathically? So many questions!
Our breakdown of the third trial gets wild as we analyze Feyre killing two Fae to save Tamlin. We discuss the Attor’s transformation into Tamlin, wondering if that was Amarantha's magic or if she forces Tamlin to shift the Attor into himself? We explore how this trial tested both how far Feyre was willing to go for Tamlin and how her intelligence ultimately saves them both when she remembers his "heart of stone."
In our Maasverse section (spoilers for all three series!), we connect Feyre's trials to the "ordeals" mentioned in Crescent City, suggesting this might have been Feyre's Fae ordeal despite her human appearance. This strengthens our theory that the Archerons have Fae bloodlines!
Our precog corner gets wild with theories about Tamlin being held captive during the Under the Mountain period, explaining his blank expression and sudden defiance during the third trial. We also explore connections between Amarantha and the goddess Deanna from Throne of Glass - could Amarantha have been a priestess of Deanna or possessed by her?
Spoilers for the entire ACOTAR series, plus Throne of Glass and Crescent City in the Maasverse section!
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Time Stamps:
00:00 - 05:20: Our singing careers probably won’t take off, but our hair looks great
05:21 - 08:43: Episode structure and disclaimers
08:44 - 13:15: Why did Amarantha recognize Feyre's name?
13:16 - 18:32: What did Alys mean when she said "don't trust your senses"?
18:33 - 35:21: First Trial - The Middengard Wyrm and the Labyrinth
35:22 - 48:12: Second Trial - The Riddle and Lucien
48:13 - 59:57: Third Trial - Killing the Fae and Tamlin's heart of stone
1:00:00 - 1:05:30: Maasverse connections - Was this Feyre's ordeal?
1:05:31 - 1:13:22: Precog Corner - Tamlin theories and moon connections
1:13:23 - 1:19:36: What we're reading and outro
Mon, 01 Sep 2025 - 1h 17min - 26 - ACOTAR: Lucien Deep Dive - Courtier, Spy, Keeper of all the Secrets?
Abby and Ronnie are back with a WILD deep dive into our favorite foxy red head, Lucien Vanserra! Get ready for some mind-blowing theories about everyone's favorite emissary as we explore his mysterious past, questionable loyalties, and potential future.
We kick things off debating whether Lucien and Elain are truly mates (spoiler: it's complicated!). While there's definitely a physical bond between them—Elain even feels that famous "tug on her rib"—something seems off about this pairing. Unlike our other mated couples who were instantly drawn to each other, Elain literally cringes away from Lucien when they first meet! Plus, when Nesta was thrown into the Cauldron, Cassian was crawling through his own blood to reach her, while Lucien just... staggers forward a step? Something seems off with these two.
Then we jump into the Spring Court spy saga and bring receipts that Lucian knew Feyre was deceiving Tamlin within MINUTES of her return. That metal eye sees EVERYTHING! But instead of exposing her, he plays along with her scheme, even helping create the illusion that he's vying for her affections. Is this Lucien's fox moment, or is he just done with Tamlin after the Hybern disaster? We explore why his loyalty to the Spring Court was finally starting to crack.
We dive deep into the tragic day Jesminda died and uncover some shocking revelations about what really happened. What role did Eris play? How did he anonymously get word to Tamlin? And why does he say “we know nothing” of what happened that day?
We theorize that Jesminda might be connected to Gwyn's grandmother—the river nymph who "seduced a high fae male from the Autumn Court." The timing works, the description matches, and Lucien has been to Sangravah! Could Lucien actually be Gwyn's grandfather? And what if Jesminda didn't actually die that day? The possibilities are mind-blowing!
Our investigation of Lucien's powers leads us to some jaw-dropping connections between his abilities and his parentage. That spell-cleaving white light? Definitely from Helion! But what about his fire powers? We explore the possibility that his mother's line traces back to something far more ancient and powerful than we've been led to believe.
We round it out with a look at why Lucien didn't save Feyre from the Naga. Was he playing matchmaker, intentionally setting up Tamlin to be her hero? Or was he still harboring resentment over Andras's death? Either way, this fox is definitely keeping secrets!
Spoilers for the ENTIRE Court of Thorns and Roses series, plus Massverse spoilers in the latter part of the episode!
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Time Stamps:
00:00 - 04:55: Intros and Sara Bareilles concert tangent
04:55 - 10:09: Episode overview and announcements
10:09 - 17:03: Corrections, omissions, and social media shout outs
17:03 - 37:01: Are Lucien and Elaine truly mates?
37:01 - 42:23: Could Calanmai magic be affecting Lucian and Elaine?
42:23 - 49:14: Did Lucian know Feyre was spying on the Spring Court?
49:14 - 56:23: What happened the day Jesminda died?
56:23 - 1:04:06: Is Jesminda connected to Gwyn's grandmother?
1:04:06 - 1:12:08: Why didn't Lucien save Feyre from the Naga?
1:12:08 - 1:22:02: Will Lucien become a High Lord?
1:22:02 - 1:30:31: Massverse discussion: Are Lucian and Elaine truly mates?
1:30:31 - 1:36:50: Where do Lucien's abilities come from?
1:36:50 - 1:39:21: Is Lucien hiding more than we think?
1:39:21 - 1:42:42: What we're reading and outro
Mon, 25 Aug 2025 - 1h 42min - 25 - ACOTAR: Tamlin Deep Dive - Hidden Powers, Family Secrets, and a Tragic Connection to Hybern?
Your favorite romantasy deep dive podcasters are back with our explosive first ACOTAR deep dive episode - tackling the most controversial High Lord, Tamlin! This episode will have you questioning everything you thought you knew about this golden-haired beast and his connection to the larger Maasverse.
We kick off this ACOTAR character analysis episode with a heated debate about Tamlin's powers - from his classic High Lord magic to those mysterious shape-shifting abilities that go WAY beyond just beast transformation! We bring receipts on his ability to shift, glamour, and even his secret wind power that he keeps under wraps. Why would a High Lord hide one of his powers? Could it reveal a secret (and tragic) connection to Hybern?
Then we tackle the burning ACOTAR theory: how does Tamlin know so much about Feyre's mortal life? Abby makes a compelling argument that Tamlin's a daemati, while Ronnie brings out a completely mind-blowing theory that Tamlin might have orchestrated the entire events that led to the first ACOTAR book. This Sarah J Maas theory will leave you spiraling!
We examine the puzzling connection between Tamlin and Rhysand - why would Tamlin wear Illyrian hunting knives when he supposedly hates everything about the Night Court? We dive deep into their complicated past friendship and the tragic events that tore them apart.
Our investigation takes a fascinating turn when we question why Feyre keeps falling asleep uncontrollably around Tamlin. Is it just symbolism for how he dulls her senses, or is something more sinister at play? We analyze four specific instances and what they might reveal about Tamlin's true nature.
In our first-ever Maasverse section (spoiler warning for Throne of Glass and Crescent City!), we explore the mind-blowing possibilities of Tamlin's lineage. Could he be descended from Rowan and Aelin? Is there a connection to a Prince of Hel? And what about his beast form being the exact sigil of the Pack of Devils? These Maasverse connections are too striking to ignore!
Our Precog Corner gets particularly wild as Ronnie theorizes that Amarantha might have been Tamlin's true mate and Abby debunks the popular ACOTAR fan theory that Tamlin and Lucien switched places in Hybern.
Whether you're team Tamlin, team Rhysand, or just love romantasy, this episode delivers the deep dive discussion you've been craving. We combine thorough character analysis with wild theories and plenty of receipts to back up our claims.
Spoilers: Complete series spoilers for A Court of Thorns and Roses through A Court of Silver Flames
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00:00 - 03:42: Intro and disclaimers
03:43 - 07:59: Episode structure and announcements
08:00 - 11:05: First impressions of Tamlin
11:06 - 18:16: Tamlin's powers and abilities analysis
18:17 - 29:35: How does Tamlin know about Feyre's mortal life?
29:36 - 34:16: Did Tamlin manipulate Feyre's entire life?
34:17 - 38:17: Tamlin's connection to Amarantha
38:18 - 43:18: Why does Tamlin wear Illyrian hunting knives?
43:19 - 50:31: Tamlin, Rhysand, and the death of Rhys's family
50:32 - 58:09: Why does Feyre keep falling asleep around Tamlin?
58:10 - 59:04: MAASVERSE Deep Dive introduction
59:05 - 1:06:47: MAASVERSE: Tamlin's powers origins theory
1:06:48 - 1:12:36: MAASVERSE: Tamlin's connection to Crescent City wolves
1:12:37 - 1:20:08: Precog Corner: Amarantha as Tamlin's mate theory
1:20:09 - 1:25:34: Precog Corner: Debunking Tamlin/Lucien switch theory
1:25:35 - 1:29:17: What we're reading and outroMon, 18 Aug 2025 - 1h 29min - 24 - Season 2 Kickoff: Deep Dive into ACOTAR and the Maasverse with Abby and Ronnie!
Are you looking for a comprehensive ACOTAR series breakdown and character analysis? Then you've come to the right place! Join us for Season 2 of our podcast as we dive deep into all five A Court of Thorns and Roses books with spoilers galore for our complete series review.
This season, your favorite romantasy podcast is back, ready to dissect Sarah J. Maas's A Court of Thorns and Roses saga. After wrapping up our Empyrean deep dive, we couldn’t resist diving into the Maasverse that’s taken over our lives—spoiler alert: it absolutely has! Expect unfiltered reactions, character analyses, and a treasure trove of off-the-wall theories. We promise, our discussions will include all the moments that made us gasp and yell!
Future episodes will tackle specific characters—like the highly anticipated Tamlin deep dive—as well as significant plot moments and thrilling theories. While we will include a Maasverse segment in each episode, rest assured we’ll provide warnings before diving into any Crescent City or Throne of Glass spoilers. For now, though, it's all about ACOTAR! Get ready to explore the series that sparked a romantasy phenomenon and don't miss our takes on each book's unique magic, complexities, and unforgettable characters.
ACOTAR: Your go-to guide for reactions and discussions on how this series captivated hearts and changed the genre. We can't wait to share our journey with you!
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Mon, 11 Aug 2025 - 1h 28min - 23 - Onyx Storm: Book 4 Predictions (Part 2)
Your favorite literary chaos agents Abby and Ronnie are back with their FINAL episode on the Empyrean series! Join us for Part Two of our Book Four Predictions where we dive DEEPER into our theories and tie everything together before we officially move on to ACOTAR!
We kick things off lamenting the summer heat before diving into our most burning questions about what's coming in Book Four. We explore what Violet will be able to do with her dreamwalking abilities - can she spy on people? Create things in dreams? TRAP people there? The possibilities are wild and we're here for all of them!
Then we tackle the future of Violet and Xaden’'s relationship (they're endgame, but that doesn't mean smooth sailing). We predict this will be another book of doubting Xaden - not their relationship, but everything else about him. With Xaden now publicly known as Venin, Violet will face a serious political challenge as Duchess while wrestling with all the secrets he's kept from her. How will she defend him after what happened at Draithus?
We explore what we'll learn from Grandma Niara (finally!), including what really happened when Brennan and Mira were left with her, Asher's mysterious travels, and what Lilith and Asher were ACTUALLY doing during the Tyrrish rebellion. Plus, we theorize about Mira's incredible ward-creating abilities - is she wielding pure power like Violet?
Our Basgiath predictions get intense as we question whether the dragons will continue fighting for Navarre when they know the real threat is the Venin. Will we see full civil war? Will more dragons defect to Tyrrendor? And what about those six missing dragon eggs?! We break down all our theories: are they with Xaden as an offering to the gods? Being used to fire another wardstone? Or taken by Navarre as an act of war?
We round it all out with our predictions about the Venin cure (yes, we think we'll find it, but no, we don't think Xaden will be cured yet), what we'll finally learn about Naolin and Brennan's mysterious past, and how the gods will play into everything. Plus, we share what we're currently reading - Ronnie's deep in ACOTAR's Wings and Ruin while Abby's enjoying The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue.
This is officially our LAST episode on the Empyrean series before we dive into ACOTAR for Season 2! Our first ACOTAR episode will be a general overview, followed by a deep dive on everyone's favorite Spring Court lord, Tamlin (trust us, it'll be good!).
Spoilers for the ENTIRE Empyrean Series (Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm)
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Time Stamps:
00:00 - 03:50: We’re not summer girls anymore
03:51 - 05:19: Announcements (TV show updates and ACOTAR news)
05:20 - 18:23: Corrections and social media shout-outs
18:24 - 26:25: Book 4 Predictions - What will Violet do in dreams?
26:26 - 31:04: What will happen with Violet and Xayden's relationship?
31:05 - 34:50: What will we learn from Grandma Niara?
34:51 - 38:17: What will become of Basgiath in Book Four?
38:18 - 42:16: Will there be Venin offspring? Who will it be?
42:17 - 45:09: What will we learn about the Venin in Book Four?
45:10 - 50:32: What role will the gods play in book 4?
50:33 - 54:56: What role will the dragons and the Irids play?
54:57 - 1:01:33: What else will be uncovered about the history of the continent and the isles?
1:01:34 - 1:04:30: Will we find the cure in book 4?
1:04:31 - 1:06:39: Will we finally learn what happened with Naolin and Brennan?
1:06:40 - 1:09:35: How will the six missing dragon eggs play into the plot?
1:09:36 - 1:16:28: What we're reading and Season 2 preview
Mon, 04 Aug 2025 - 1h 16min - 22 - Onyx Storm: Book 4 Predictions (Part 1)
Your favorite literary chaos agents Abby and Ronnie are back with their most forward-looking episode yet - Onyx Storm: Book Four Predictions Part 1! Just when you thought they were done with the Empyrean series, they've returned for one last wild ride through their theories before moving on to their next adventure.
We kick things off with the clip that broke booktok - Sarah J. Maas's announcement that the first “drafts” for the next ACOTAR book are done! Was it an arrow? Was it an 8? Was it something else entirely? Then we dive into our actual predictions for Rebecca Yarros's fourth Empyrean book. Despite promising we were done with Navarre for the time being, we just couldn't resist giving you what you asked for - a comprehensive theory roundup and prediction fest!
First, we explore how Book Four might begin, with Violet struggling to establish her legitimacy as the new Duchess of Tyrrendor (it won't be smooth sailing). We predict constitutional crises, assembly resistance, and potential war with Navarre looming on the horizon. Meanwhile, we theorize that Xaden has captured Berwyn and is torturing him for information about controlling his urges or breaking the Venin's control. And poor Tairn? We think he'll be recovering from his injuries for a while, leaving Andarna to step up as Violet's primary dragon connection.
Then we map out the geographical settings for Book Four, predicting a journey that takes us back to the Isles (particularly Unnbriel and Loysam), across the Emerald Sea (possibly to find the gods?), and potentially to Cordyn for a bargain with Tecarus. We debate whether Violet will leave someone in charge of Tyrrendor (Llewellyn? Brennan? The assembly?) while she searches for Xaden or the missing eggs.
Our death predictions get dark as we discuss who might not survive Book Four - with Ridoc, Dane, Talia, and possibly even Tairn on our list of potential casualties. We also identify our most pivotal characters for the next book, including Aaric (the pre-cog who knows way more than he's letting on), Bodhi (either as "the brother" or Violet's supporter), Mira (with her mysterious legacy from Lilith), Dane (possibly a Venin offspring?), and Imogen (who knows what happened during those missing twelve hours).
Our plot twist predictions will blow your mind! We dive deep into Norse mythology to explore what Fen Riorson's name might reveal about Xaden's lineage, theorize that Violet will learn to walk into minds while awake (not just dreams!), and suggest that Asher might have been a secret Irid rider who manipulated time. Plus, we predict the next book's title will start with "Silver" - maybe Silver Thread or Silver Shroud?
This episode is basically one giant Precog Corner where no theory is too unhinged and no detail goes unanalyzed. We're wrapping up our Empyrean coverage (for real this time!) before launching our ACOTAR season on August 11th, so don't miss Part 2 next week!
Spoilers for the entire Empyrean Series (Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm)
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Time Stamps:
00:00 - 05:33: The clip that broke booktok
05:34 - 10:56: Corrections and social media shoutouts
10:57 - 19:10: How Book Four might begin
19:11 - 33:32: Geographical settings
33:33 - 38:17: How we'll learn what's happening with Xaden
38:18 - 48:12: Who might die
48:13 - 58:34: Most pivotal characters
58:35 - 1:07:45: Plot twist predictions
1:07:46 - 1:21:10: Title predictions
1:21:11 - 1:26:40: What we're reading
1:26:41 - 1:31:16: Social media information and ACOTAR season announcement
Mon, 28 Jul 2025 - 1h 31min - 21 - Onyx Storm: Loose Ends! - Warrick's Journal Entry, Jack F****** Barlowe, Andarna's Scales, and more!
Your favorite literary chaos agents Abby and Ronnie are back with the delightfully chaotic "Onyx Storm: Loose Ends!" We tackle all those burning questions from Onyx Storm that they couldn’t quite fit into an episode, but still deserve their time to shine! Some come from you, our amazing listeners, while others are plot points we've been stewing over that deserve answers in the next book!
First, we explore possible mistranslations in Warrick's journal entries. Could Violet's shaky command of Old Lucerish have led her astray? Would Violet and Dain would even know the proper words for "Venin" or "Irid" in Old Lucerish?
Next, we analyze those mysterious black bracelets—Mira's black tourmaline bracelet from Niara and the onyx cuff Violet gives to Xaden. Could these bracelets offer psychic protection? And what about Xaden's onyx cuff containing a piece of Riorson House roof? Is it helping ground his magic or protecting his soul?
We debunk the theory that Sgaeyl, Tairn, and Andarna are the three dragons who died from broken bonds—the timeline just doesn't work! Then we dive into the fascinating colors of bonds between riders and dragons. Why is Xaden's bond to Violet shimmering onyx? Why can't Xaden see Andarna at all? Could it be that Andarna and Violet don't have a traditional bond at all?
Our investigation continues with what it means that Violet is Xaden's "leash" or "tether." We explore the thread imagery throughout the books and wonder if every Venin has a tether to their humanity that the Venin leadership aims to destroy. Is this why Jack hated Violet so much from the beginning? Was he a Venin plant all along?
Things get wild when we question why nobody tried using Andarna's scale-changing magic against the Venin again after it worked once! And what was that first rune they removed from the Wardstone? If it wasn't preventing flyers from channeling, could it have been blocking the power of the gods?
In our wildest Precog Corner yet, Ronnie theorizes that "the six and the one combined" might be describing an Irid's ability to change colors, while Abby wonders if the Venin understand signets as ways to traverse different planes of existence—physical, dream world, and astral!
We wrap up with what we're currently reading (Ronnie's forever loyal to ACOMAF and ACOSF, while Abby's struggling through Song of Achilles after being spoiled by Sarah J. Maas's rich worldbuilding).
Spoilers for the entire Empyrean Series (Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm)
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Time Stamps:
00:00 Intro - Everyone should own a pizza stone
05:45 Corrections, Omissions, Social Media Shout Outs - Tairn and Brennan, Bodhi's more powerful than we thought
10:29 Which other journal entries from Warrick might be mistranslated?
22:47 What role will Mira and Xaden's bracelets play in the next books?
32:43 Who are the three dragons that have died with their riders?
35:59 What do the different colors of the bonds between Violet, Tairn, Sgaeyl and Andarna mean?
44:37 What does it mean that Violet is Xaden's leash?
49:47 Was Jack always planning to turn Venin?
52:39 Why was Jesinia assigned to the rider's quadrant?
55:07 What's going on with the Cordella family tree?
57:15 Why does Violet never follow up on magic feeling different when Andarna changes her scales?!?
01:01:06 What was the first rune that Violet + co. removed from the wardstone?
01:08:26 Precog Corner - The One combined, The Astral Plane
01:14:46 What we're reading - ACOTAR, Song of Achilles
Mon, 21 Jul 2025 - 1h 19min - 20 - The Ending of Onyx Storm (The Mailbag) - Imogen's POV Chapter, The Missing Eggs, How will Violet find Xaden, and more!
Your favorite literary chaos agents Abby and Ronnie are back with “Onyx Storm: Mailbag #3 / The Epilogue” - answering all your burning questions about the ending of Onyx Storm! This mailbag-plus episode dives into your comments, theories, and the details we missed in our previous discussions.
We kick things off with a deep dive into the identity of "the brother" - examining your compelling arguments for Garrick, Aaric, and even some wild cards like Panchek! We bring receipts on the timeline discrepancies, chapter overlaps, and why we're still firmly Team Bodhi despite your excellent counterpoints. Could Imogen's chapter be happening in parallel with Xaden in the valley? We analyze every possible male character in the battle and whether they could fit the criteria!
Next, we tackle Xaden's mysterious plan and the stolen dragon eggs. Could they be gathering materials to fire another Wardstone? We break down the exact timeline for dragon maturation (only 3-4 years!), discuss whether they'd need an Irid's help, and question how anyone would know which color each egg would hatch since “only elders” know what color a hatchling’s scales will be.
Then we address the passionate debate about where Xaden and Violet got married - was it really Unnbriel or did they risk everything by returning to Aretia? We examine the evidence: the ceremonial dagger from Dune's temple in Aretia, the favor owed, and the practical challenges of a Venin walking into warded territory. Something doesn't add up!
We round out with our wildest theories yet - how will Violet find Xaden? Could it be the stupid broken compass? Could it be Cat's mind-blowing tracking runes? Or is it possible that the Irids can track each other the way Venin can?
In our most revealing Precog Corner yet, we get into evidence that Violet isn't just dreamwalking while people sleep - she's entering minds while they're fully awake! We also theorize that when Xaden writes "it is yours now," he might be giving up more than just his title - what if Venin lose their human names entirely when they turn? The implications are heartbreaking!
Spoilers for the entire Empyrean Series (Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm)
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Time Stamps:
00:00 - 03:18: Intro and 90s food nostalgia
03:19 - 06:53: Announcements and episode overview
06:54 - 11:07: The Brother debate - Garrick timeline theories
11:08 - 18:16: Could Imogen's chapter be happening in parallel?
18:17 - 22:42: Arguments against Bodhi being the brother
22:43 - 31:08: Examining Aaric as a candidate
31:09 - 35:07: Wild card theories (Panchek, Sawyer, and secret sons)
35:08 - 41:05: Xaden's plan and the stolen dragon eggs
41:06 - 49:18: Dragon scales being hereditary and what it means
49:19 - 54:22: Where did Violet and Xaden get married?
54:23 - 59:57: How will Violet find Xaden?
59:58 - 1:05:16: Irids tracking each other and Leothan's mysteries
1:05:17 - 1:11:17: Precog Corner: Dreamwalking while awake theory
1:11:18 - 1:15:36: Precog Corner: Venin names and identities
1:15:37 - 1:19:00: What we're reading and outro
Mon, 14 Jul 2025 - 1h 20min - 19 - Onyx Storm: The Marked Ones Fantasy Draft!
Your favorite literary chaos agents Abby and Ronnie are back with our second fantasy draft episode, this time focusing on the Marked Ones of the Empyrean series! We're choosing Garrick, Bodhi, Imogen, Sloane, and Liam in categories that will make you laugh, cry, and everything in between.
We kick things off with a heated debate about the proper condiments for french fries (mayo supremacy vs. sweet barbecue) before diving into our main event. First, we tackle the most onbvious question: who's the most powerful Marked One? Is it distance-wielding Garrick who can literally teleport across continents with his dragon, or nobility-born Bodhi with his signet-countering abilities and mysterious second signet? Our answers surprise you!
Then we explore whose signet would be the absolute worst to accidentally wield in the bedroom (memory erasing, anyone?), and debate which of our beloved characters is most likely to die in the upcoming books (we're looking at you, reckless Bodhi). We analyze who would make the best wingman or wingwoman (Liam already executes this to a T), who would have your back in a back-alley fight (Imogen's "I will destroy you" energy vs. Garrick's human wall vibes), and who will play the biggest role in upcoming books.
Our Precog Corner gets particularly juicy this week with two mind-blowing theories: First, could Fen Riorson actually be alive and held captive at Basgiath? We bring receipts from that cryptic Panchek-Berwyn conversation about "access to your son" and what it might really mean. Then we explore the fascinating connection between Liam's family name (Mairi) and its meaning "of the sea" - could this explain the mysterious box with the Mairi crest that lured the Venin? Are the Irids somehow connected to water, and was that box actually a booby trap?
We round things out with our current reads and some fascinating thoughts on the Washington Post article about "book boyfriends" and whether romantasy is creating unrealistic expectations for real men. (Spoiler: we think men should absolutely read these books!)
Spoilers for the entire Empyrean Series (Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm)
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Time Stamps:
00:00 - 05:33: Intro: Would you like some mayo with your fries?
05:34 - 06:04: Announcements: Season 2 on ACOTAR, We’re on Discord!
06:05 - 13:58: The modern stat of “Book Boyfriends”
13:59 - 24:21: C/O/SM - Navarrian Troops, Black Holes, Siphons who aren’t Sloane, Is King Tauri Venin?
24:22 - 26:17: The Marked Ones Fantasy Draft!
26:18 - 32:50: Who is the most powerful Marked One?
32:51 - 34:47: Which Marked One’s signet would be the worst to wield in the bedroom?
34:48 - 40:14: Which Marked One is the most likely to die?
40:15 - 43:18: Which Marked One would make the best wingman / wingwoman?
43:19 - 44:35: Which Marked One would be the best in a fight?
44:36 - 49:44: Which Marked One will play the biggest role in upcoming books?
49:45 - 51:26: Which Marked One do we want to hang out with the most? (Liam, obviously)
51:27 - 54:12: Which Marked One’s signet would be the best to wield in the bedroom?
54:13 - 01:05:55: Precog Corner: Is Fen alive, The Mairi’s connection to the Irid’s?
1:05:56 - 01:10:11: What we’re reading!
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 - 1h 10min - 18 - Onyx Storm: The Iron Squad Fantasy Draft
The Iron Squad Fantasy Draft!!
Your favorite literary chaos agents Abby and Ronnie are back with a FUN twist on their usual deep dives - it's IRON SQUAD FANTASY DRAFT time! We're taking a break from our usual theory-heavy episodes to play a little game. Some of it's serious, some of it's silly, all of it's fun.
For each category, we each get to pick one Iron Squad member, but we can't pick the same person. Our draft pool includes Dain, Rhi, Ridoc, Aaric, Sawyer, Maren, and Cat.
First up: Who's the most powerful member of the Iron Squad? Is Cat more powerful than we thing? And how powerful is Molvic?
Things get juicy when we debate who's most likely to betray Violet. Ronnie picks Ridoc (but only because he'd think it was for Violet's own good), while Abby makes a compelling case for Maren, whose parents were killed in a trap meant for Violet. We also tackle the most unlikely couple in the Iron Squad (Rhi and Ridoc give major sibling vibes) and whose signet would be the ABSOLUTE WORST to accidentally wield during sex (freezing your partner mid-moment? No thank you, Ridoc!).
The laughs start coming when we pick whose signet would be the BEST to accidentally wield during sex (Cat, obviously - emotion manipulation has its perks!), who will play the biggest role in upcoming books, and who our personal favorites are. Poor Sawyer barely gets any picks throughout our draft, confirming Rebecca's admission that she hasn't given him enough attention!
In our wildest Precog Corner yet, Abby dives into the fascinating mythology behind our Iron Squad members' names. Did you know that Aetos means "eagle" in Greek and refers to Zeus's childhood companion who was later the object of Hera’s jealousy? The parallels to Dain, Violet, and Xaden are too eerie to be a coincidence.
Ronnie counters with a theory about the cure for Venin that might just change everything: What if there IS no cure because channeling from the source is simply a choice that Venin have to stop making? What if the entire series is actually a massive allegory for addiction? The implications are chilling!
We wrap up with our current reads - Abby's loving "This Is How You Lose the Time War" (a tight, dense novella about two beings on opposite sides of a time war falling in love through letters), while Ronnie's rereading A Court of Thorns and Roses and discovering all the hidden gems she missed the first time around.
Spoilers for the ENTIRE Empyrean Series (Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm)
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Time Stamps:
00:00 - 04:44: Intro - Coca Cola still hasn't called
04:45 - 08:32: Announcements and podcast milestones
08:33 - 12:26: C/O/SM
12:27 - 18:16: Draft rules!
18:17 - 33:32: Who is the most powerful member of the Iron Squad?
33:33 - 41:39: Who is most likely to betray Violet?
41:40 - 46:51: Most unlikely couple in the Iron Squad
46:52 - 50:24: Whose signet would be the worst to accidentally wield during sex?
50:25 - 53:32: Whose signet would be the best to accidentally wield during sex?
53:33 - 59:19: Who is most likely to die?
59:20 - 1:05:05: Who will play the biggest role in upcoming books?
1:05:06 - 1:07:36: Who's your favorite member of the Iron Squad?
1:07:37 - 1:18:18: Precog Corner: Dain's name, what if there is no cure?
1:18:19 - 1:22:10: What we're reading!
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 - 1h 22min - 17 - The Ending of Onyx Storm (Part 2) - Violet's Version
The End Of Onyx Storm Part 2 - Violet’s Version
Your favorite literary chaos agents Abby and Ronnie are back with their deep dive into the final chapter of Onyx Storm! Buckle up for "The Ending of Onyx Storm (Part 2): Violet's Version" where we dissect every shocking detail of that cliffhanger ending that left us all shattered!
We kick things off with the an unusual question: how did Violet get to Riorson House ? We discuss distance wielders, siphons, and why Garrick might NOT be Venin after all (or is he?). Then we tackle what that mysterious "shape moving in the shadows" really is—spoiler alert: it's probably not Xaden!
Next, we dive into why Brennan's eyes bulged when he saw Violet. Is her hair fully silver now? Does she have a tattoo? Or is something even more dramatic happening? We explore why Andarna is so confident she can protect Violet from being burned, and what that means about her time with the Irids.
Things get wild when we discuss those missing 12 hours that Imogen wiped from Violet's memory. We start by discussing the timing and location of Violet and Xaden’s wedding - how could they have gotten married in Aretia when Xaden maybe can’t go in the wards anymore? And either way wouldn’t everyone have been looking for him? Did they actually get married in Unnbriel, and if so are Andarna’s time manipulation powers back?! Plus, we identify the four missing riders (our money's on Xaden, Garrick, Bodhi, and... DAIN?!) and debate who murdered those three elders in the valley (hint: it wasn't Xaden!).
Our most compelling theory yet emerges when we analyze that cryptic note: "Don't look for me, it's yours now." What exactly is "it"? We make a shocking connection between Malek, souls, and why Andarna is so determined to prevent Violet from burning. Could Violet now be dedicated to the god of death himself?!
We round it all out with our wildest Precog Corner yet, where Ronnie theorizes that Tairn might have been forced to kill Naolin after he turned, while Abby drops a bombshell about the true name of the continent and what it reveals about the gods!
Spoilers for the ENTIRE Empyrean Series (Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm)
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Time Stamps:
00:00 - 02:50: Intros and episode overview
02:51 - 07:44: Announcements and social media shout-outs
07:45 - 11:33: Jess's theory about Xaden sneaking into Violet's bed
11:34 - 18:19: Setting the scene for Chapter 66
18:20 - 22:18: How did Violet get to Riorson House?
22:19 - 29:33: What is the shape that moves in the shadows?
29:34 - 35:59: Why do Brennan's eyes bulge when they see Violet?
36:00 - 39:48: Why would they burn Violet?
39:49 - 47:26: The missing 12 hours and time manipulation
47:27 - 52:17: Who are the four missing riders and their dragons?
52:18 - 57:32: Who murdered the elders in the valley?
57:33 - 1:03:22: Where did they get married and why?
1:03:23 - 1:11:14: Why did Tairn need a cycle of rest?
1:11:15 - 1:19:30: What is "it" in "it's yours now"?
1:19:31 - 1:24:05: Why did Imogen erase Violet's memory?
1:24:06 - 1:34:44: Where is Xaden now?
1:34:45 - 1:39:42: Precog Corner: Tairn and Naolin's fate
1:39:43 - 1:44:51: Precog Corner: Amari, Malek, and the continent
1:44:52 - 1:51:41: Reading Corner: Empire of Storms
1:51:42 - 1:54:33: Wrap-up and social media information
Mon, 23 Jun 2025 - 1h 54min - 16 - The Ending of Onyx Storm (Part 1) - Xaden's Version
Your favorite literary chaos agents Abby and Ronnie are back with part one of their mind-blowing deep dive into the ending of Onyx Storm! We're kicking things off with a return to our Diet Coke discourse (and bubbly drinks in general) before diving head-first into what happens to our favorite shadow-daddy on top of that hidden sun-soaked canyon.
We start by tackling the burning question that's keeping us all up at night: who is the brother that turned Venin? We bring receipts analyzing every possible candidate - from Bodhi (on his hands and knees "retching" in the town square... or channeling?), to Garrick (mysteriously missing at the end), to Aaric (who would be the last person Xaden would expect to turn). The evidence points to someone who felt they "weren't enough" during the battle, and we're ready to name names!
We explore the mysterious line about "the one who thinks himself my brother" - is it a person or could it be something else entirely? And what about Berwyn's cryptic comment "I have another" when Panchek claims to be the only one who can give him access to his son?
Our investigation gets wild when we discuss which initiate wants to kill their sage (besides Xaden). Could Naolin still be alive? Has he been Venin this whole time? And what does Berwyn have that Xaden needs so desperately? We theorize it might be knowledge about dreamwalking that could be crucial to whatever plan Xaden has set in motion.
We round it all out by analyzing why Xaden tells Sgaeyl "it is the only way" - what happened that made this path the only viable option? And what's the real purpose behind those Rhi and Imogen POV chapters? (Hint: it might have something to do with those missing 12 hours we'll discuss next episode!)
In our wildest Precog Corner yet, Abby theorizes about Bodhi's name meaning "awakening" or "enlightenment" in Buddhism and what that could mean if he's Venin offspring destined to evolve, while Ronnie explores the fascinating possibility that Venin can sense pain even when there’s no magic!
Spoilers for the entire Empyrean Series (Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm)
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00:00 - 5:54: Sparkling Water, Avril Lavigne, no skips albums
5:55 - 11:29: Intro + Opening Thoughts
11:30 - 23:43: Corrections, Omissions, Social Media - Gifts, Irids, and Venin; Were Aaric and Andarna working together, Mairi family + Maorsite
23:43 - 29:01: How we felt about the ending of Onyx Storm
29:02 - 49:16: Recap of the ending (through Xaden’s POV)
49:17 - 1:05:57: Who is the brother?
1:05:58 - 01:11:10: Who is the one who thinks himself the brother?
01:11:11 - 1:14:50 : Who is Berwyn’s son? (Probably not Jack!)
1:14:51 - 1:21:14 Who is the other initiate who wants to kill their sage?
1:21:15 - 1:26:32: What does Berwyn have that Xaden needs?
1:26:33 - 1:28:33 Why this ending was “The Only Way”
1:28:34 - 1:35:42: The purpose of Rhi and Imogen’s POV Chapters and why doesn’t Rhi know about dragon’s farsight
1:35:43 - 1:43:58: Pre-cog corner - Is Bodhi the key to the end of this series? Do Venin have abilities even when there's no magic?
Mon, 16 Jun 2025 - 1h 47min - 15 - Onyx Storm: Dreams Deep Dive
Your favorite literary chaos agents Abby and Ronnie are back with their most compelling theories yet! Join them for a deep dive into the most intriguing dreams in Rebecca Yarros' Onyx Storm. Fair warning: things get complicated, theories get elaborate, and we're seriously considering that the Venin might be running some sort of magical MLM scheme.
What Madness Awaits You This Episode
Dreams, Schemes, and Thoughtful Theories
The Venin MLM Conspiracy: Seriously, how do they have so many signets?
Violet's Hidden Superpower: What if the Venin are actually trying to stop time?
The Perfect Spy Theory: How Violet accidentally became the ultimate spy
The Brennan Situation: More evidence that our favorite resurrected brother might not be entirely himselfEvery Single Dream, Dissected
Dream #1: Where we first suspect the Venin are up to no good
Dream #2: Foreshadowing some spice
Dream #3: This changes everything
Maren's Dream: Violet becomes spymaster
Dream #5: Who's hair is that?!?
Dream #6: The juicy one
Precog Corner Gets Wild
Why does Leothan think that dream-walking is dangerous?
Siphon deep dive that'll make your head spin
What Makes This Podcast Your New Obsession
Dragons in the Details is where Empyrean series fans come to:
Analyze every detail with the thoroughness it deserves
Develop theories that are elaborate but surprisingly plausible
Discuss character development like the complex topic it is
Appreciate romantic tension in all its forms
Hunt for Easter eggs with dedication and coffee
Episode Breakdown (For Your Convenience)
00:00 - 03:26: Why audiobooks give us the ick (but hey, Onyx Storm's audiobook is out!)
03:26 - 08:34: Setting the stage for dream chaos
08:35 - 21:11: Brennan conspiracy theories with fresh evidence
21:12 - 33:02: Dream #1 and our MLM theory that we're totally serious about
33:03 - 38:38: Dream #2 predictions that'll blow your mind
38:39 - 48:47: The time manipulation bombshell
48:48 - 52:35: Maren's dream gets us theorizing hard
52:36 - 1:15:56: Hair mysteries that keep us up at night
1:15:57 - 1:26:32: The dream that made us lose our minds
1:26:32 - 1:29:52: General dream madness
1:29:53 - 1:38:07: Pre-cog corner where we get really nerdy
1:38:08 - 1:43:05: What we're reading (spoiler: it's Sarah J. Maas)
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Fair Warning: We spoil EVERYTHING in the Empyrean Series. Like, everything. You've been warned.
You'll love this if you're into: Rebecca Yarros' intricate plotting, Fourth Wing series obsession, Empyrean universe deep dives, fantasy romance that keeps you up at night, thoughtful book analysis, Violet and Xaden's complex relationship, dragon rider fantasy, romantasy that takes over your reading list, BookTok discoveries that become life-changing reads
Characters we're invested in: Violet Sorrengail, Xaden Riorson, Brennan (questionable), Tairn (dragon perfection), Sgaeyl, Bodhi, Ridoc, Lilith, those terrifying Venin, dragon riders in general, the Basgiath War College crew, signet powers we wish we had, dream walkers, time manipulators
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Mon, 09 Jun 2025 - 1h 44min - 14 - Onyx Storm: Mailbag #2 - Ridoc's True Nature, Tairn's Lineage, and Our Craziest Brennan Theory Yet!
Your favorite crazy book theorists and co-hosts Abby and Ronnie sit down to talk about YOUR THEORIES again in Onyx Storm: Mailbag #2!
We start off strong, with Abby realizing that Cath is in fact a man and not a nickname for “Cathy.” We then dive into whether Cath’s breath smelling bad is actually a clue to Cath’s age, and ponder if he might actually be way more important than we thought.
We debunk the popular “Ridoc is a venin” theory with some very key evidence from the Cliffs of Dralor. Sorry guys, Ridoc’s definitely not a venin - but we’re still not sure why he hates sewing. We get into the Battle of Suniva and try to figure out how long the venin have been secretly stealing daggers, and conclude that when Devera tells us something’s important, we should listen.
After that we discuss Tairn and Codagh’s lineage and get into the “Is Tairn really Thereux?” question. We get into some of our wildest theories to date with speculation on Brennan’s identity (why did Violet think he would know Old Lucerish?) and realize that Lilith has known about the Venin for way longer than we thought.
To round it out, we talk about the symbolism of Bodhi’s name (and Cuir’s name) and ponder what role they might play in the larger story. We wonder why everyone seems to always forget that the irids are invisible and could literally be anywhere, at any time (looking at you Unnbriel), and conclude with a fun reading corner on Crescent City (no spoilers! We promise.)
Spoilers for the entire Empyrean Series
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Time Stamps
00:00 - 02:59: Intro
03:00 - 07:49: Is Cath an elder? And also a man?
07:50 - 13:18: Ridoc is NOT a Venin
13:19 - 19:50: The Venin have been after the Daggers this whole time (or, why we should always listen to Devera)
19:51 - 24:54: Is Tairn secretly Thereux? (Spoiler: Probably not)
24:55 - 30:15: Why are the wyvern snatching up dead gryphons?
30:16 - 33:28: Ok, so like, what’s the deal with Brennan?
33:29 - 38:00: Lilith has known about the venin for way longer than we thought
38:01 - 40:08: How much magic can venin channel
40:09 - 43:32: The symbolism of Bodhi’s name
43:33 - 46:00: Violet’s just a big battery (And also, we’re starting to forget our own theories)
46:01 - 50:24: Why is everyone forgetting that the irids can turn invisible?
50:25 - 54:06: Are the isles the gods?
54:07 - 01:01:25: Reading Corner (We’re both reading Crescent City!) and Conclusion
Mon, 02 Jun 2025 - 1h 01min - 13 - Onyx Storm: History Part 2 - The Second Krovlan Uprising, The Tyrrish Rebellion and Other Fun Stuff
Your favorite crazy book theorists and co-hosts Abby and Ronnie sit down to talk about the history of Navarre in Onyx Storm: History Part 2 - The Second Krovlan Uprising, The Tyrrish Rebellion, and Other Fun Stuff!
We start with the Second Krovlan Uprising, where we explore what REALLY happened when Deverelli brokered that mysterious deal between an unnamed Isle kingdom and Krovla. Why did the Krovlish Raiders try to cross into Navarre at Athebyne? Was Unnbriel the unnamed isle, or did Violet jump to conclusions? And what's the connection between the feathertails the raiders were looking for and the feathertails that Asher was studying?
Then we jump to the Tyrrish Rebellion, examining the motivations behind Fen Riorson, Lilith Sorrengail, and other key players; looking deep into Fen’s alliance with Viscount Tecaurs, and discuss the shocking revelation that "other dragons" were hiding in Aretia! We bring receipts on Lilith's capture of the rebellion leaders, Brennan's supposed "death," and the rebellion relics. Why does Sgaeyl hate Brennan so much? And what was Naolin's ACTUAL fate??
We round it out with a look at Basgaiath War College's founding (how could it have been built on Runes?!) and the various cover-ups throughout Navarre's history. When did they start erasing the Venin from the archives? Why is there no irid in the Rotunda at Basgiath? And why are the Venin traveling along bodies of water??
Our precog corner gets WILD this episode as we theorize about a secret Irid den in Aretia, water dragons, and the possibility of another continent! Is this why Asher pointed Violet toward these specific historical events? The blanket of lies is starting to unravel!
Spoilers for the entire Empyrean Series
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Timestamps:
00:00 - 5:26 - Intros (Please don’t spoil Throne of Glass for Abby)
5:27 - 9:26 - Announcement (We’re on discord now! Dragons In the Details Pod Server)
9:27 - 20:56 - Corrections, Omissions, Social Media Shout Outs
20:57 - 43:55 - The Second Krovlan Uprising
43:56 - 1:31:52 - The Tyrrish Rebellion
1:31:53 - 1:38:12 - The Founding of Basgiath
1:38:13 - 1:47:22 - Undocumented History, including the Venin Cover-Up
1:47:23 - 1:51:26 - Precog Corner!
1:51:27 - 1:53:33 - What we’re reading + Outros
Mon, 26 May 2025 - 1h 53min - 12 - Onyx Storm: History Part 1 - The Origin, The Great War, and The First Six
Your favorite literary chaos agents Abby and Ronnie are back with a mind-blowing deep dive into the mysterious history of Navarre in Onyx Storm: History Part 1 - The Origin, The Great War, and The First Six!
We kick things diving into the fascinating world of the Fables of the Barren - that antique, heavy tome that holds the key to understanding the REAL history of this continent! We explore where this rare book came from, why Asher made sure Violet knew these stories by heart, and what it means that this knowledge has been passed down through generations while being erased from official records.
Then we tackle the mysterious origin story of the three brothers who fought to control magic in an ancient kingdom. One brother bonded to a gryphon, one to a dragon, and when the third grew jealous, he drew directly from the source, losing his soul and waging war on the other two. But what of the third brother who commanded the sky to surrender its greatest power vanquished his jealous sibling "at a great and terrible price." What was that price? And is Violet about to pay it?
We dive deep into the conflicting stories about who first bonded with dragons - was it one of these brothers or the legendary First Six? And why would dragons know about runes before humans had access to magic?
Next, we explore the Great War and unification of Navarre, examining why the Isle Kingdoms once fought alongside Navarre and Poromiel against the Venin but now refuse to get involved. We bring receipts on Warrick's decision to prevent gryphons from channeling within the wards and Lyra's opposition that led her to create a second wardstone at Aretia. Why did dragons turn against gryphons after fighting alongside them? And what's the connection between the hatching grounds and this mysterious conflict?
Our precog corner gets REALLY wild this episode as Ronnie speculates on the origin of Runes. Meanwhile, Abby drops a bombshell theory about why Andarna’s not fond of pits. Could this explain why the Irids hate violence so much?
We wrap up with our current reads - Abby's deep into Crescent City and worried about Hunt becoming the next Tamlin, while Ronnie's finished book three and is keeping her lips sealed!
Spoilers for the entire Empyrean Series (Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm)
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Time Stamps:
00:00 - 05:26: Intro and scheduling chaos
05:27 - 09:26: Corrections, omissions, and social media shout-outs
09:27 - 20:56: The Fables of the Barren
20:57 - 33:55: The Origin Story of the Three Brothers
33:56 - 43:55: Who really bonded with dragons first?
43:56 - 59:52: The Great War and Unification of Navarre
59:53 - 1:07:12: The Wardstones and why gryphons can't channel
1:07:13 - 1:18:07: What ended the war with the Venin?
1:18:08 - 1:24:45: Precog Corner: Runes as an ancient language and pit-fighting Irids
1:24:46 - 1:29:52: What we're reading and outro
Mon, 19 May 2025 - 1h 30min - 11 - Onyx Storm: Signets Deep Dive
Your favorite crazy book theorists Abby and Ronnie dive deep into the mysterious world of signets in episode nine of Dragons in the Details! Get ready for a wild ride through the magical powers of the Empyrean series as we unpack everything you need to know about who can wield what (and why some people might be lying about it)!
We start with a confession: Abby attended Onyx Storm Trivia and didn't win first place! The shame! Then we jump into our signet roundup where we analyze Violet's lightning wielding abilities and question what it means that she's actually wielding pure power. Is she a conduit making everyone around her more powerful? The evidence is starting to stack up!
Then we tackle the burning question of Venin balance - does Violet even have a balance? Theophanie's cryptic words suggest she might not, but we have some compelling theories about Jack and his mysterious power display in Fourth Wing that might contradict that!
We dissect Xaden's shadow wielding and intention reading abilities, which seem to be growing stronger since his transformation. Who's the balance for his intention reading now? We think it might be a certain Colonel. Plus, we explore the mystery of Garrick's distance wielding (why hasn't he been carrying Xaden to Violet's bed every night?) and Bodhi's second signet.
Our deep dive continues with Mira's ward creation abilities that defy explanation - how can one person do what normally requires seven dragons and a wardstone? We also examine the confusing case of Ridoc and Liam's ice wielding mix-up (oopsie or carefully laid groundwork?), and examine Imogen's earth wielding ability.
The biggest mystery of all? Why Dain has so much power. Could Cath's bad breath be a clue to something significant? And what about those six most powerful signets mentioned in the epigraphs? We break down which signets might make the list and why summoning might be more powerful than anyone realized.
Our precog corner gets wild as we theorize about dragons gifting powers, time manipulation, and whether Carr is intentionally teaching riders to burn out! Plus, a last-minute theory about who else might be talking to a certain deceased character has us questioning everything we thought we knew about the afterlife in this series.
Spoilers for the entire Empyrean Series (Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm)
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Time Stamps:
00:00 - 01:15: Intros and Abby's trivia confession
01:16 - 05:26: What signet would you choose?
05:27 - 11:58: Corrections, omissions, and social media shout-outs
11:59 - 20:06: Violet's signet roundup and Venin balance commentary
20:07 - 24:54: Jack's mysterious power and potential balance theories
24:55 - 30:15: Xaden's shadow wielding and intention reading
30:16 - 35:35: Garrick's distance wielding and Bodhi's secret second signet
35:36 - 41:13: Lilith, Theophanie, and Brennan's signet balances
41:14 - 47:22: Mira's ward creation abilities and possible explanations
47:23 - 51:26: Riddick, Liam, and the ice wielding confusion
51:27 - 58:06: Rhiannon's summoning and other rider signets
58:07 - 1:02:01: Signets we don't know and theories about Sloan
1:02:02 - 1:10:44: What's going on with Dain?
1:10:45 - 1:24:05: The limits of signets
1:24:06 - 1:33:36: Which six signets might be the most powerful?
1:33:37 - 1:49:13: Precog corner
1:49:14 - 1:50:03: Wrap-up
Mon, 12 May 2025 - 1h 50min - 10 - Onyx Storm: Deverelli Deep Dive
Your favorite literary chaos agents Abby and Ronnie are back with a mind-blowing deep dive into the mysterious isle of Deverelli! This episode was born from a throwaway theory that grew into something we just couldn't ignore - and trust us, you're going to want to hear this one.
First, we tackle our favorite Deverelli moments - Ronnie loves when Xaden shows his softer side in the marketplace (and everyone is completely shocked), while Abby confesses her favorite part is when Xaden wields from the alloy to protect Violet (no judgment here!). We discuss how Deverelli represents Xaden's last moment of peace before everything falls apart, and how it gives us a glimpse of what their lives could have been without war and magic.
Then we dive into our main theory about Deverelli's true nature and its relationship with the gods. We bring receipts about how Deverelli doesn't worship any gods (which might actually be the wisest approach), explore the fascinating phrase "the word is the blood," and examine how Violet's challenge with Narelle mirrors what should have happened on Hedotis.
We explore the mysterious runes on Deverelli and why some work while others don't. Why does Violet feel the urge to weave runes when entering Deverelli's airspace? And what's the deal with those crossbolts that can supposedly kill dragons without magic? Something doesn't add up!
Our investigation takes an intriguing turn when we discuss Courtlyn's collection of magical artifacts. Why would the ruler of an isle without magic be collecting magical amplifiers like the Aemilian Citrine? What does it mean that he's called "keeper of the troth"? And what exactly was the bargain between Courtlyn and Fen Riorson?
We round out the episode with a fascinating look at the vibrant waters surrounding Deverelli compared to its muted land colors, and contrast this with Hedotis's strange aquaphobia. Could there be magic in the water that Deverelli understands but Hedotis fears?
In our wildest precog corner yet, we theorize about a mysterious study on Venin subjects removed from source magic. Could there be a connection between this study and the isles? And what does it mean that there were at least 46 different test groups? The implications are chilling!
We wrap up with our current reads - Ronnie's devouring Sarah J. Maas's Crescent City series and can't put it down, while Abby's halfway through A Court of Thorns and Roses and has thoughts about Tamlin, Lucien, and why the fandom exploded from this series.
Spoilers for the entire Empyrean Series (Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm)
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Time Stamps:
00:00 - 01:27: Intro and Diet Coke discourse
01:28 - 02:52: Episode overview and disclaimers
02:53 - 04:16: Favorite Deverelli moments
04:17 - 05:59: Xaden's last moment of peace
06:00 - 12:26: Is Deverelli the true Isle of Wisdom?
12:27 - 18:16: Narelle's three questions and their significance
18:17 - 21:30: Cat's ruby necklace tangent
21:31 - 28:27: Deverelli's dedication to wisdom vs. Hedotis
28:28 - 33:32: Runes and their function on the isles
33:33 - 38:17: Magic artifacts and Courtlyn's collection
38:18 - 42:21: Crossbolts and what can kill dragons
42:22 - 46:51: Courtlyn's titles and the mysterious bargain with Fen
46:52 - 48:12: The mysterious italics voice
48:13 - 58:34: What we're reading (Crescent City and ACOTAR)
58:35 - 01:00:10: Outro and social media information
Mon, 05 May 2025 - 1h 00min - 9 - Onyx Storm: Mailbag #1 - The True Nature of the Wyvern, Breaking Bonds, and The Voice in Violet's Head
Your favorite literary chaos agents Abby and Ronnie are back with an episode filled with YOUR theories - “Onyx Storm: Mailbag #1”! We're diving into your wildest theories, burning questions, and brilliant observations that have been flooding our DMs and comments. Get ready for some mind-bending discussions that might just change everything you thought you knew about the Empyrean series!
We kick things off with Claire's fascinating question about the paradoxical nature of alloy - how can something simultaneously kill the Venin while also serving as their power source? We bring receipts from across the series, examine the role of runes, and uncover a bombshell revelation from the final chapter of Onyx Storm that might completely transform our understanding of those mysterious daggers (hint: it's not just Venin who should be worried)!
Then we tackle Nicole's brilliant observation about Violet's wyvern-hopping escape from Theophanie's draining. We dissect what it means for something to have "had its magic repurposed" and why that creates a barrier against draining. Our investigation leads us down a rabbit hole about what wyvern actually are and why Violet specifically needed to reach the flesh of the creature.
Next, we explore Kathy's prediction about the Tyrrish crown and its appearances throughout the series. From Maren's dream to Bodhi's conversation with Theophanie, we track every mention of this supposedly non-existent crown and what it might mean for Tyrrendor's future.
We dive into lovebug2110's brilliant theory about Andarna's ability to break magical bonds and what this might mean for Xaden's connection to Berwyn. Could this be the key to understanding the shocking ending of Onyx Storm? We examine what it means to "bend, shape, and break" bonds as you see fit, and theorize about what exactly happened between Tairn and Sgaeyl.
Finally, we round things out with a lively discussion about the mysterious italicized voice in Violet's head. Is it her inner monologue? Future Violet? Andarna communicating across time? Dune herself? Or something far more unexpected? Our commenters have some fascinating theories, and we weigh in on each possibility!
Spoilers for the entire Empyrean Series (Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm)
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Time Stamps:
00:00 - 02:59: Intro and disclaimer
03:00 - 08:34: Claire's alloy paradox question
08:35 - 15:24: Nicole's wyvern barrier theory
15:25 - 22:00: Kathy's Tyrrish crown prediction
22:01 - 27:29: Lovebug's theory on Andarna breaking bonds
27:30 - 36:16: The mysterious italicized voice debate
36:17 - 39:07: What we're reading/watching and outro
Mon, 28 Apr 2025 - 39min - 8 - Onyx Storm: Gods and Isles Deep Dive
Your favorite literary chaos agents Abby and Ronnie dive deep into the mysterious Isles and Gods of the Empyrean series in this mind-bending episode! We're finally tackling all those burning questions about the divine powers that shape Rebecca Yarros' world, and trust us when we say this one gets juicy!
We kick things off with a deep-dive omissions corner about dragon ages. After some detective work about conflicting quotes, we've uncovered that someone is definitely lying about their age. Looking at you, Sgaeyl and Tairn!
Then we jump into our main topic - the Isles and their connections to the gods! We explore why these mysterious lands aren't on any Navarian maps despite surrounding the continent "in every direction." How did Asher visit them all? Did he work with the irids? And why did Asher die so young?
Our deep dive into Unnbriel reveals some fascinating connections between dragons and this mysterious island. Why did Tairn kept cutting off Violet's thoughts whenever she started connecting dots about claws in emblems and faded tattoos? The evidence is mounting that Tairn has definitely been to Unnbriel before, despite what the Queen claims about not seeing "fire breathers in centuries."
Our Hedotis analysis gets wild as we uncover some seriously sketchy behavior from Faris and the Triumvirate. From his suspicious red ruby to his purple eyes and complete disregard for his wife's life, something isn't adding up. We present our theory about what might have happened 150 years ago when they razed the entire city and rebuilt it with "intention."
The gifts from Zyhnal provide some of our juiciest theories yet! From Ridoc's kiss on each cheek to Cat's ruby necklace and Xaden's glass box "the size of his foot," we analyze what each might mean for our favorite characters' futures. The symbolism runs deep, and we're convinced these gifts will play crucial roles in upcoming books.
We round it all out with a fascinating discussion about Malek, who might not be the nefarious underworld figure we initially thought. Our analysis of how souls are "commended" to him suggests he's more like a guardian of heaven than a collector of the dead. Plus, we explore the compelling evidence that Violet is touched by multiple gods, with her multi-colored eyes potentially representing an "amalgamation" of divine influence.
In our wildest Precog Corner yet, we theorize about why exactly six dragon eggs are missing when Marlis requested twelve, and what connection this might have to the six gods. We also question whether Tairn might be much, much older than anyone realizes - perhaps old enough to have witnessed events from centuries ago!
Spoilers for the entire Empyrean Series (Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm)
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Time Stamps:
00:00 - 05:26: Intro and dragon age discrepancies
05:27 - 12:04: Corrections, omissions, and social media shout-outs
12:05 - 22:38: Why aren't the Isles on maps and how did Asher visit them all?
22:39 - 38:02: Unnbriel and Dunne
38:03 - 52:35: What's up with Hedotis?
52:36 - 1:16:42: The gifts!
1:16:43 - 1:22:14: Loial deep dive
1:22:15 - 1:28:00: Amari deep dive
1:28:01 - 1:37:21: Malek deep dive
1:37:22 - 1:45:13: Precog Corner
1:45:14 - 1:48:25: What we're reading
Mon, 21 Apr 2025 - 1h 48min - 7 - Onyx Storm: Dragons Deep Dive
Your favorite literary chaos agents Abby and Ronnie are back with their most mind-blowing episode yet as they dive deep into the mysterious world and politics of the dragons in “Onyx Storm: Dragons Deep Dive!”
We kick things off with a surprisingly divisive intro question - who's our favorite dragon? Ronnie shocks everyone (including Abby!) by choosing Sgaeyl, but Abby pledges allegiance to Andarna for her incredible sass and that iconic line, "Can you fly while insulted?"
Then we jump into the dragon politics We break down the six dragon breeds, their ancestral grounds, and notable dragons of each color. But the real mystery emerges when we start questioning what determines a dragon's color - the answer might be more complicated than we realized.
Next, we tackle the fundamental question of dragon power. The bombshell from Onyx Storm reveals that while Irids are inherently magical, the six dragon breeds must channel from a source. We explore the fascinating connection between dragons and gods (six gods, six breeds... coincidence? we think not!), and whether dragons might be channeling from something far more ancient than we've been led to believe.
Things get wild when we discuss what the dragons might be lying about. Are they responsible for creating signets? Did moving their hatching grounds damage the land outside Navarre? Why would they specifically create wards that prevent gryphons from channeling if they're supposedly allies against the Venin? What exactly is going on here?
We dive into theories about why the Irids left after firing the Wardstone. The Irids specifically say they were "born for peace, not violence like the others" - what does this tell us about dragon nature? And why were the Irids completely erased from history, just like the Venin?
Our Tairn investigation gets particularly juicy as we question what he's been doing his whole life. If he's been alive for at least 100 years but only bonded to Naolin and then Violet, what was he doing for those other 89 years? Why is he so sketchy about Unnbriel? And that moment at Threshing - did Sgaeyl really call Tairn to protect Andarna, or was something far more calculated happening?
We round it all out with our most compelling evidence that the Empyrean might not be what it seems - from suspicious changes in military leadership to questionable decisions about who gets to channel magic within Navarre's borders. Something isn't adding up, and we're determined to get to the bottom of it.
In our wildest Precog Corner yet, Abby makes a heartbreaking prediction about a beloved character's fate, while Ronnie theorizes that the source of all magic might be something completely different than what we've been led to believe!
Spoilers for the entire Empyrean Series (Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm)
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Time Stamps:
00:00 - 02:59: Intro
03:00 - 08:34: Dragon politics
08:35 - 21:11: What determines a dragon's color?
21:12 - 33:02: Dragon power and how they channel
33:03 - 38:38: The dragons and the gods
38:39 - 48:47: What are the dragons lying about?
48:48 - 59:57: Why did the Irids leave?
59:58 - 1:14:49: What has Tairn been doing his whole life?
1:14:50 - 1:25:17: Is the Empyrean corrupt?
1:25:18 - 1:43:05: Precog Corner
Mon, 14 Apr 2025 - 1h 24min - 6 - Bonus: Quicksilver Reactions!
***Quicksilver Spoilers***
Ronnie and Abby sit down to discuss one of the books they both chose to cure their Onyx Storm hangover - Quicksilver by Callie Hart! They compare Saeris and Kingfisher to Violet and Xaden, applaud the intricate and fun world building, and agree that Carrion is the real MVP of this book. Plus there are some fun moments where we discuss what voice we gave to the Quicksilver. This one's light on theory but big on fun!
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Thu, 10 Apr 2025 - 22min - 5 - Onyx Storm: Venin Deep Dive
Your favorite literary chaos agents Abby and Ronnie are back with a DEEP DIVE into the mysterious Venin in this week's episode of Dragons in the Details! We're unpacking everything we know about our creepy (and possibly confusing) villains - and as per usual, the more we find out, the less we know!
We start by exploring the Venin's forms of power and what makes them so dangerous. From their ability to channel directly from "the source" to their fascinating array of signets, we break down what powers all Venin share versus their unique abilities. How come some venin seem to have multiple signets? And what about that weird moment when Jack pushed power into Violet instead of draining her? The implications are wild!
Then we dive into how and why the Venin recruit - is Berwyn dreamwalking into potential recruits' minds? We theorize about the connection between the Venin strengthening and the dragons refusing to bond with humans. Is this just a coincidence, or is something more sinister happening? And who taught the Venin runes? We have some shocking theories about a certain missing father that will make you question everything you thought you knew!
We explore the significance of Wyvern and what "repurposed magic" might mean for the future of this conflict. Could the Venin be planning something even more devastating with dragon scales? And speaking of devastating - we tackle the big question: are all Venin actually bad? The evidence might surprise you!
Our most mind-blowing discussion centers on what really happened to Naolin. The official story has more holes than a slice of Swiss cheese, and we bring receipts! Between Brennan's mysterious rune-shaped scar, Tairn's suspicious behavior, and the timeline of the Tyrrish Rebellion, something doesn't add up. Could Naolin still be alive? And if so... where has he been hiding?
In our wildest Precog Corner yet, we theorize about who "the one who watches" might be (the mysterious Venin leader everyone seems terrified of), and Abby drops a bombshell theory about Basgiath War College that will change how you view the entire series!
Spoilers for the entire Empyrean Series (Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm)
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Time Stamps:
00:00 - 02:17: Intros and disclaimers
02:17 - 13:33: What we think of the Venin as villains
13:33 - 18:03: The Venin's forms of power - what they all share
18:03 - 22:15: Signets we've seen Venin wield
22:15 - 29:42: How and why do the Venin recruit?
29:42 - 38:13: Why are the Venin strengthening and attacking now?
38:13 - 46:01: Who taught the Venin runes? (The Isaac Mairi theory)
46:01 - 58:08: The significance of Wyvern and repurposed magic
58:08 - 1:07:08: Who might secretly be Venin? (Aetos, Varish, and more!)
1:07:08 - 1:16:12: Are all Venin actually bad?
1:16:12 - 1:33:08: What really happened to Naolin?
1:33:08 - 1:43:31: Precog Corner
1:43:31 - 1:46:43: What we're reading (Quicksilver!) and wrap-up
Mon, 07 Apr 2025 - 1h 47min - 4 - Onyx Storm: Lilith and Asher Deep Dive
Your favorite literary chaos agents Abby and Ronnie dive DEEP into the enigmatic parents of Violet Sorrengail in "Onyx Storm: Lilith and Asher Deep Dive"!
We kick things off with the burning question: was Lilith a Venin? The evidence is compelling but contradictory! We analyze those suspicious bloodshot eyes Violet remembers from childhood and that chilling quote about Lilith sacrificing "her very soul" at Basgiath. But if she channeled from the ground, how did she hide the physical changes? And why would she die from Sloan's siphoning if she could just channel more power? Something suspicious is going on here.
Then we tackle why Lilith was so cold to Violet compared to her other children. Was Liliths tough love designed to prepare Violet for her “path”? Remember that heartbreaking moment when Lilith says "everything was to get you to this moment"? Did Lilith know how her story was going to end?
We dissect Asher's books and the timeline of his mysterious research trips to the Isles. How did a scribe manage to visit all these dangerous locations? We track his journey from Second Lieutenant writing about Unnbriel to Lieutenant Colonel documenting the Krovlan uprising, uncovering clues about feathertails, unnamed Isle kingdoms seeking dragons, and Asher's surprising Tyrrish sympathies along the way.
The plot thickens when we analyze Tairn's suspicious behavior on Unnbriel! Every time Violet starts connecting dots about the claw symbol or the crossbolts, Tairn snaps "focus now, analyze later." And what about that moment when Tairn says "I was there, I remember"? What isn’t Tairn telling Violet?
Our wildest theories emerge when we discuss whether Asher had magical abilities. Why did he call Violet his "brightest light" years before she manifested lightning powers? How did he know exactly when he and Lilith would die? And what's with those italicized thoughts in Violet's head throughout Fourth Wing? Is someone in her head?
Listen to the end to hear our wild precog corner theories about Asher’s “heart attack” and whether or not he’s actually dead. And as always, we come with receipts. Happy listening!
Spoilers for the entire Empyrean Series (Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm)
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Time Stamps:
00:00 - 01:35: Intro and disclaimer
01:35 - 06:09: Was Lilith a Venin? If so, was she cured?
06:09 - 13:22: Why was Lilith so cold to Violet?
13:22 - 33:32: What clues did Asher leave in his books and when did he write them?
33:32 - 44:05: Tairn's suspicious behavior on Unnbriel
44:05 - 57:10: Was Asher a Venin? Was he a rider? Did he have magic?
57:10 - 1:07:25: The mysterious italicized thoughts in Violet's head
1:07:25 - 1:27:28: Precog Corner and wrap-up
Mon, 31 Mar 2025 - 1h 27min - 2 - Onyx Storm: Xaden Riorson Deep Dive
Your favorite crazy book theorists Abby and Ronnie are back to dive DEEP into the character of Xaden Riorson in this wild first part of our two-part character analysis! Get ready for some serious theorizing about our favorite shadow daddy!
We start with some quick corrections from last week's episode - Abby points out that Violet can wield lightning in dreams (which might mean she'll face off against Berwyn there!), and drops the bombshell theory that Violet must be projecting her memories to Jesinia for the books to be written in first person. Meanwhile, Ronnie clarifies her stance on dragons as sources of magic - she's rejecting the propaganda that dragons are true sources and believes only the Source, ground, sky, irids, and Violet are ACTUAL sources!
Then we jump into our Xaden analysis, exploring what makes him so compelling as a character. We debate which book version of Xaden is our favorite (Iron Flame vs. Onyx Storm - we're divided on this one!), and discuss whether he had to turn Venin at the end of Iron Flame. Was it truly necessary, or could there have been another way?
We get into some shocking theories about Xaden's family tree, including the revelation that his grandfather was documented as his great-uncle and never made it out of the Rider's Quadrant. Could Xaden's grandfather actually be a certain sage?! The evidence is mounting - the tan arm, the youthful face, the sword of Tyrrendor... does this explain why the venin are targeting him?
We tackle the burning question: Is Xaden good? Abby speculates that Xaden hasn’t been entirely truthful about his second signet (with receipts from Fourth Wing!), and we explore the possibility that he blackmailed his way back into his title rather than reluctantly accepting it. But is this part of a larger scheme with Aaric to ensure Violet becomes Duchess of Tyrrendor? The plot is thickening!
Finally, we analyze whether Xaden has fully turned Venin or if he still retains his humanity. We examine the parallels between Andarna leaving Violet and Xaden turning, and how both were tethered back by someone they love. We conclude that while Xaden may be fully Venin, he's NOT beyond redemption - Violet's love has locked itself into his ice, keeping a piece of his humanity intact.
This episode got SO in-depth that we had to split it into two parts! Join us next week for the continuation of our Xaden deep dive!
Spoilers for the ENTIRE Empyrean Series (Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm)
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Time Stamps:
00:00 - 01:23: Corrections and omissions from last week
01:24 - 03:07: Violet projecting memories to Jesinia theory
03:08 - 05:19: Are dragons true sources of magic?
05:20 - 08:34: What we think of Xaden as a character
08:35 - 16:29: Which book version of Xaden is our favorite?
16:30 - 19:41: Did Xaden have to turn?
19:42 - 31:10: Xaden's family tree and grandfather theories
31:11 - 44:38: Is Xaden good? Mind reading and blackmail theories
44:39 - 52:01: Xaden and Aaric's possible scheme for Tyrrendor
52:02 - 1:05:03: Has Xaden fully turned? Parallels with Andarna
1:05:04 - 1:09:36: Closing thoughts and announcement of part two
Mon, 17 Mar 2025 - 1h 44min - 1 - Onyx Storm: Violet Sorrengail Deep Dive| Her Signets, Her Paths, Her Ties to the Venin??
Your new favorite literary chaos agents and theory enthusiast Abby and Ronnie begin their coverage of the Empyrean Series with a DEEP DIVE into our favorite plucky heroine, Violet Sorrengail! We're kicking off our Empyrean series analysis with the character who started it all - and buckle up, because we have THOUGHTS and THEORIES.
We start with our personal journeys into Rebecca Yarros' world. Then we dive into the burning question: what does it mean that Violet wields pure power in the form of lightning? We bring receipts from across the series showing how the Venin keep saying she "commands the sky" and can "draw directly from the source". How does that tie into those origin story epigraphs about the three brothers? Is she channeling from Tairn, or is she actually drawing power from the sky itself?
Then we tackle dreamwalking - what are its limits and why is it so dangerous? We analyze the differences between what Berwyn does in dreams versus what Theophanie says in real life (spoiler: they're not the same!), and theorize that Violet's dreamwalking might evolve into something much more powerful. Could she eventually walk into people's minds while they're awake?! The possibilities are endless.
We explore why Andarna waited 650 years to hatch for Violet (this can't be a coincidence, people!) and what it means that Andarna says they "want the same things." We dissect the timeline and realize Andarna's conception predates the unification - why was she left behind when all the other Ereds left?
Next, we break down all the possible paths Violet might choose - is it just rider vs. scribe? Xaden vs. Dain? Or is there a third option where she chooses herself? We analyze the combat scenario in Unnbriel and what it reveals about her future choices. Plus, we dive into which gods might be courting her favor - is it Dune, Loial, or Malek? Or is it all of them?
Finally, we tackle why Violet's hair is partially silver and what her incomplete dedication to Dune might mean. Why did Asher try to dedicate her without Lilith knowing? Was he trying to save Lilith or the entire continent?
In our first-ever Precog Corner (where no theory is too unhinged), Abby predicts Violet will become Queen of ALL Navarre and General of the armies, while Ronnie drops the BOMBSHELL theory that Violet might be part-Venin - the "evolved offspring" the Irids mentioned! Could this explain why she's the exception to the balance and why her power is attracted to Venin?
Spoilers for the ENTIRE Empyrean Series (Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm)
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Time Stamps:
00:00 - 01:45: Intros and our journey into the Empyrean series
01:46 - 19:40: How does Violet wield lightning? What does it mean that she wields pure power?
19:41 - 33:32: Dreamwalking - what does it mean and what are its limits?
33:33 - 46:01: Why was Andarna waiting for Violet to hatch?
46:02 - 59:57: What are the paths that Violet might choose?
59:58 - 1:14:49: Why is Violet's hair partially silver?
1:14:50 - 1:25:17: Precog Corner: Our wildest theories about Violet's future
1:25:18 - 1:26:02: Wrap-up and contact information
Mon, 10 Mar 2025 - 1h 12min
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