What to read?

Posted on August 31, 2019 by J

Today is the last day of summer. Normally that would be a reason to be a bit sad, but for some reason I am looking forward to the fall. This summer I have read a lot of books, which has been a good exercise for my smartphone damaged brain.

Only thing is, what to read? I was gaming last night, and despite all the Dragonlance books I read recently,I think I am ready for a few more. I am considering the Taladas trilogy, which is one of my favorites. However, there is also the possibility of diving into some Forgotten Realms. I have read a large chunk of the Drizzt books, but am otherwise blissfully ignorant of the setting.

I guess it’s off to Amazon.

The Mandalorian trailer

Posted on August 26, 2019 by J

Yeah, I like the look of this show. I like this gritty version of Star Wars, much like Rogue One.

Latest update to my Star Wars Collection

Posted on August 4, 2019 by J

New acquisition project

Posted on August 4, 2019 by J

My next target is the Dhamon saga by Jean Rabe. I have always detested the 5th Age and therefore I have mostly avoided it. However, for some odd reason, I have developed a weird interest 15 years after they stopped publishing the setting. Maybe I am just starved for some Dragonlance books.

I read Dragons of a New Age when it came out, but it was never a book that got me super interested in the 5th Age. However, I a, looking forward to diving a bit more into the Age of mortals and see if maybe I was mistaken when I discarded it.

Amazon is usually my friend during these endeavors, so let’s hope there are some European books stores that have these books.

Update: So, I have been going through Amazon, and so far each book will cost me around £20, which is a bit too much. I am going to my old bookstore tomorrow, so hopefully I can find them there, although I do not have high hopes.

RIP Rutger Hauer

Posted on July 29, 2019 by J

Vacation time

Posted on July 26, 2019 by J

Idea: Lost Legends

Posted on July 25, 2019 by J

I just finished reading The Lost Chronicles, and as usual I thoroughly enjoyed the series. True to form, I know wish Wizards still published Dragonlance books, and what if the published The Lost Legends? It would be a great way to begin a new era of novels by leveraging the old strengths of the series.

Who wouldn’t want more of this good stuff?

What would that series be about? Well, here’s my take

What did Raistlin do during those two years between Chronicles and Legends?
What did Raistlin do while he was in Istar, before and after he defeated Fistandantilus.
What happend during Raistlin’s battle with Takhisis in the Abyss? This one is a less obvious than the others, but it could make for a seriously wild ride.

In all honesty, this idea might actually not be the best thing to do if one was to publish more novels. After the 5th age split the fan base, the last couple of books published, started to move the setting forward, and that might be the best way to create something sustainable,.

Star Wars Theory Podcast

Posted on July 10, 2019 by J

One of my favorite YouTube channels, Star Wars Theory, has started a podcast. So far the episodes aren’t that long, but I think that is OK. The episodes mirror the YouTube channel in content, but I prefer listening on Spotify as opposed to YouTube, which is one big long commercial break.

I highly recommend both the YouTube channel and the Podcast if you like to geek out on Star Wars lore and theories. Oh yeah, he also made a Vader fan film that you really should check out if you haven’t seen it. It is really well done. Check it out Shards of the Past.

https://open.spotify.com/show/5CfdZBELwSwv4Yr4WckY7R

Star Wars Theory @ Spotify

The Rise of Skywalker

Posted on July 10, 2019 by J

https://twitter.com/DepressedDarth/status/1148860672043880454?s=20

I am really not a fan of the new Star Wars, especially The Last Jedi is in my humble opinion pretty bad. However, this picture of Luke Skywalker rocks!

Let’s hope The Rise of Skywalker will fix everything.