An assassination attempt!

Lucy and Darien enjoy the last Nasuada POVs in Eldest chapter 55, “Child’s Play,” and chapter 56, "Premonitions of War.”

Talking points include Trianna’s stock increasing, dozens of deaths Nasuada should have need aware of, Darien protesting the use of three O names, Elva being oh so creepy, and the value of lace.

Sparks of Inspiration

• Lucy was inspired to avoid doom scrolling by working out inside.

• Darien appreciates Focus Friend for helping her avoid doom scrolling.

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A familiar face!

Darien and Lucy are excited to reconnect with an old acquaintance in Eldest chapter 50, “Landfall,” chapter 51, “Teirm,” chapter 52, “Jeod Longshanks,” chapter 53, “An Unexpected Ally,” and chapter 54, “Escape.”

Talking points include not repeating descriptions from previous books, it's okay for some things to be convenient for plot, a delightful exclamation, Justice for Helen, Roran getting caught up on the plot of the book series he's in, and Darien having a mini spiral about her youngest brother being Eragon's age.

Sparks of Inspiration

• Darien watched a Helluva Boss AMV that inspired her to write a chapter of her book. She also has a geode that she hates, but at least she wrote something.

• Lucy is inspired by the reading recommendations of her coworkers.

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We're deeply disappointed in our protagonist.

Lucy and Darien enjoy high highs and the lowest low in Eldest chapter 48, “The Gift of Dragons,” and Chapter 49, “In a Starry Glade.”

Talking points include the satisfaction of flow state, fantastical arts and crafts, partying with the elves, Eragon's surprising skill as a writer, the hosts spending way too long trying to figure out something that will be explained a page later, and some ableist nonsense.

Sparks of Inspiration

• Lucy enjoys the new perspective offered by Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment.

• Darien did a craft and made a Pocket Spa for her cats.

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Shout out to @ArtWithKoda for creating such an excellent piece for our silly show!

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Cover art by Luana Pastor

No portion of this episode may be used for AI training purposes or to create derivative works without express written permission from the creators and co-hosts Lucy Hart and Darien Smartt.