The Gradual Interview

Post by **Loredoctor** » Fri May 07, 2004 5:52 am

WOW. Donaldson answered my second question. The impression I'm getting from his responses, to mine and others' questions, is just how damn smart the guy is. I know it's apparent in his work, but his insights are remarkable.

Post by **dlbpharmd** » Fri May 07, 2004 1:08 pm

Luke (Variol son): Thank you for your answer to my previous question. I must admit that the first chronicles was the first fantasy work I ever read that didn't leave me wanting to know more. When I finished reading it, it felt finished. Then I read Gildenfire and that destroyed my comfortable completeness. For some reason I now feel as strongly about the fidelity of the Bloodguard, the bravery of the Lords, and the survival of the Giants, as you appear to, and hence I have a nagging desire in the back of mind to know more about the mission to Seareach.

But enough rambling. I have always wondered about Elena's strange "other sight", and the way it was powerful when it came into focus with her normal sight. I always felt that this had to do with her participation in the Horserite of Kelenbhrabanal. Any comments on this?

I don't like to tell other people how to interpret my books. You read them: you have the right to think about them any way that suits you. But I will tell you that there's a bit more information about Elena and the horserite in "Runes". Perhaps that will shed some light on your question.

(05/06/2004)

Luke, you rock! Way to get a huge hint from SRD!

Post by **variol son** » Sun May 09, 2004 2:02 am

Thanks dlbpharmd. While disappointed that the answer wasn't what I had hoped, I was very surprised that SRD revealed that information. It looks like I will finally be able to see if the Ranyhyn where using Elena after all.

Sum sui generis
Vs

Post by **Loredoctor** » Sun May 09, 2004 7:37 am

Hmmm. I'm of the opinion that it was Foul's manipulations. Everything concerning Elena fell into place for the Despiser.

Post by **kaseryn** » Sun May 09, 2004 8:51 am

lmao at both ur previous posts Fist lol

Post by **CovenantJr** » Sun May 09, 2004 8:51 am

Agreed. It has always seemed to me that Elena's entire existence from start to finish (if there can be said to be such a thing in Land) was contrived by the Despiser. But if there's going to be more info about Elena in Runes, I wouldn't be surprised if I'm very surprised...if you see what I mean

Post by **kaseryn** » Sun May 09, 2004 8:56 am

And since i'm here anyway.. godamn its cool how SRD's chippin in with all this isnt it? I think he may actually be warming to the whole process.. great feedback happenin. I think if anything has impressed me more than his lucidity and intelligence [which was expected eh] it's been his great humility about his work. Cool guy. But then he had to be didnt he, to have written so sympathetically.. to have written at all the things he did..

Post by **Akasri** » Sun May 09, 2004 5:08 pm

Given the hints and slight excerpts we've had so far, I think it's safe to say I'll be surprised if I'm *not* surprised by Runes

Post by **Fist and Faith** » Sun May 09, 2004 6:23 pm

Heh. Thanks kas. Somebody appreciates me!

I had to go back and see what my previous 2 posts were.

Post by **kaseryn** » Mon May 10, 2004 12:21 am

Oh i know. It's HELL [fire] being a legend in your own lifetime.. !! :LOLS:

Post by **Fist and Faith** » Mon May 10, 2004 2:10 am

Weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeell

I don't know about Legend...

Post by **kaseryn** » Mon May 10, 2004 4:36 am

[sniffs] Well, speak for urself i'm sure.. j/k

Post by **Fist and Faith** » Mon May 10, 2004 4:38 am

Post by **Furls Fire** » Fri May 14, 2004 2:13 am

He's answered a couple more questions...awesome ones at that! I love it!! We are learning so much!!

Loved the one about the ravers!

Post by **Lament** » Fri May 14, 2004 10:19 am

Kay (Duchy): Of all of the vivid characters you have created which is your favorite?

I tend to have different favorites in different contexts. And I've always loved High Lord Mhoram and Saltheart Foamfollower.

The man, they Myth, the Legend. yes folks SRD!!

WHAT??
YEAYA!!!
OK!!!!

Post by **Akasri** » Sat May 15, 2004 4:00 am

From the 5/13/04 questions:

So (to pick a more simple and concrete example) Sandgorgons exist in the second "Chronicles" because I mentioned them in the first; but when I mentioned them in the first, I didn't foresee their eventual importance.

Anyone know where Sandgorgons were mentioned in the First chronicles? I don't recall them.

Post by **variol son** » Sat May 15, 2004 4:09 am

Amok tells TC in The Illearth War that the Sandgorgons dream about White Gold, when TC asks him about it.

Sum sui generis
Vs

Post by **A Gunslinger** » Sat May 15, 2004 4:25 am

Lament wrote:
Kay (Duchy): Of all of the vivid characters you have created which is your favorite?

I tend to have different favorites in different contexts. And I've always loved High Lord Mhoram and Saltheart Foamfollower.

Cool. Mhorham was always my favorite.

Post by **StoneandSea** » Sat May 15, 2004 7:22 am

hey guys- where do i find SRD's website with this interview...

Post by **Akasri** » Sat May 15, 2004 11:58 am

StoneandSea wrote:hey guys- where do i find SRD's website with this interview...

www.stephenrdonaldson.com/

Look under "From the Author"

Kevin's Watch

Kevin's Watch

The Gradual Interview