Worldhopper's Guide to the Cosmere

#40 Rosharan Light Part 2: Developments from Rhythm of War

Spoilers for the Stormlight Archive through Rhythm of War! In this second installment, we handle the complications in the Rosharan magic system introduced by Rhythm of War, including things I can't really talk about without spoiling things. As always, let me know what you'd like to see covered in the future now that we have some new Cosmere content to play with!Music: Kevin MacLeod, Eternal Terminal.Links:Email: worldhoppersguide@gmail.comWeb: https://worldhoppersguide.podbean.com/iTunes | Google Play | Spotify This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

#39 Lirin

Episode Notes Lirin--Kaladin's father--is a complex character that has divided the fanbase for the last ten years. A lot of that came to a head with the release of Rhythm of War, with that relationship taking a somewhat more prominent role. In this episode, I try to explain my view of Lirin--as a character perfect for the Stormlight Archive, having done bad things but ultimately changing for the better. Spoilers for the Stormlight Archive through Rhythm of War. Music: Kevin MacLeod, Eternal Terminal LINKS: Email: worldhoppersguide@gmail.com Direct Feed: https://pinecast.com/feed/worldhopper-s-guide-to-the-cosmere iTunes | Google Play | Spotify This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

#38 Rosharan Light Part 1: What Even Is Stormlight?

Spoilers for The Stormlight Archive through Rhythm of War!Rhythm of War is finally out, and the Worldhopper's Guide has finally put together an episode. This is part 1 of 3 as we tackle the fundamental nature of Light on Roshar, beginning with the very basics. What exactly IS Stormlight? What's so weird about it?As always, let me know what you'd like to see covered in the future now that we have some new Cosmere content to play with!Music: Kevin MacLeod, Eternal Terminal.Links:Email: worldhoppersguide@gmail.comWeb: https://worldhoppersguide.podbean.com/iTunes | Google Play | Spotify

#37 Kickstarter Release, Rhythm of War Interlude, and the Stormlight Archive Card Game!

SPOILERS FOR RHYTHM OF WAR FROM 1:30 to 7:00. Skip that portion of the episode if you want to avoid spoilers.What an action-packed week, folks. The title says it all; the Way of Kings Leatherbound has blasted through all of its Kickstarter goals (nearly $4 million at latest count), we got a new Rhythm of War Interlude in the latest newsletter, and the Call to Adventure: Stormlight Archive game is finally shipping. All are excellent. Way of Kings KickstarterCall to Adventure: The Stormlight ArchiveCheck out my Patreon if you'd like to throw a few bucks at the show! Music: Kevin MacLeod, Eternal Terminal.Links:Email: worldhoppersguide@gmail.comWeb: https://worldhoppersguide.podbean.com/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/worldhoppersguideiTunes | Google Play | Spotify

#36 Way of Kings Leatherbound Kickstarter and the Return of the Worldhopper's Guide!

It's been a while. I know. Thanks to those still listening and gaining things from this podcast! I hop to start bringing back episodes with some regularity now that I've found my footing a bit. This episode begins with some housekeeping and personal details, and then a brief discussion of where I stand with regard to current affairs.Skip to 2:35 to get straight into the news of the Way of Kings Leatherbound Kickstarter.Way of Kings KickstarterThe Greatshell in the Room: /r/Stormlight_Archive on BLM and Current AffairsCheck out my Patreon if you'd like to throw a few bucks at the show! Music: Kevin MacLeod, Eternal Terminal.Links:Email: worldhoppersguide@gmail.comWeb: https://worldhoppersguide.podbean.com/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/worldhoppersguideiTunes | Google Play | Spotify