Ep. 12 - Eragon: Deathwatch

Eragon can’t even walk into town without causing a riot.Darien and Lucy get a crash course in dwarven lore in Eldest chapter 13, “Az Sweldn rak Anhûin.” Talking points include the co-hosts not being sure if they like Arya, Saphira being so dragon, speculating Eragon’s height, theorizing which fantasy science fiction series Christopher Paloni didn’t read, killer food descriptions, and all kinds of dwarven drama. Sparks of InspirationLucy created a Geode and entered a short story competition! Darien wants everyone to watch K-Pop Demon Hunters on Netflix. Share your Sparks of Inspiration or your thoughts about Eragon with us on Instagram ⁠⁠@EragonPod⁠⁠ or send an email to eragonpod@gmail.com (Here it is, Owen!!)Help Lucy meet Toothless in Isle of Berk at Universal Epic Universe by supporting the show on Patreon:  ⁠https://www.patreon.com/EABACover art by Luana PastorNo 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.

25 Juni 1h 2min

Bones?!Lucy and Darien witness the origin of a local legend in Eldest chapter 11, “Hammer and Tongs,” and chapter 12, “Retaliation.”Talking points include Roran and Eragon having very different days, why Darien will never order bone marrow tacos, the Empire's complete disregard for its people, accepting that the characters are not also the narrators, and how folk heroes are born.Sparks of InspirationDarien sings the praise of Witchings: House of Elephants by Claribel A. Ortega.Lucy had a lot of fun at Gem State Comic Con.Share your Sparks of Inspiration or your thoughts about Eragon with us on Instagram ⁠⁠@EragonPod⁠⁠ or send an email to eragonpod@gmail.com (Here it is, Owen!!)Help Lucy meet Toothless in Isle of Berk at Universal Epic Universe by supporting the show on Patreon:  ⁠https://www.patreon.com/EABACover art by Luana PastorNo 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.

12 Juni 1h 1min

Hey, where’s Tornac?Darien and Lucy refuse to let the episode change POVs by sticking to delight in the events of Eldest chapter 10, “Hrothgar’s Gift.”Talking points include once again wishing Dragon Riders grew to look that their dragons over time, Eragon belonging to all the races of Alagaësia, trying to figure out where Murtagh’s beloved horse went, Eragon’s relationship to his trauma, and Eragon once again facing an uncertain future. Sparks of InspirationLucy gets to play her favorite GameCube games! Listen to the whole of “Pyrite Town” from the Pokemon Coliseum Soundtrack: https://youtu.be/FxQxXpRDLDU?si=MKtsRzx6eDyrgIGPDarien had a lot of fun at Gem State Comic Con.Towards the end of the episode, Cache the dog got very cross about some folks walking past the house. We’ve attempted to remove the barking from the background to the best of our abilities. Share your Sparks of Inspiration or your thoughts about Eragon with us on Instagram ⁠⁠@EragonPod⁠⁠ or send an email to eragonpod@gmail.com (Here it is, Owen!!)Help Lucy meet Toothless in Isle of Berk at Universal Epic Universe by supporting the show on Patreon:  ⁠https://www.patreon.com/EABACover art by Luana PastorNo 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.

28 Maj 47min

Life happened and we didn't have the chance to record, so this week we're giving all listeners a sneak peak into The Dragons' Keep, our bonus feed for Patrons!For our very first bonus episode, it was only fitting we discuss a piece of foundational dragon text: The Chronicles of Pern.If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting the show and joining The Dragons' Keep at https://www.patreon.com/EABAFull spoilers for Dragonflight by Anne McCaffreyContent Warning: This episode contains mention of and conversations about sexual assault, domestic violence, and 1960s internalized misogyny.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.

14 Maj 1h 52min

We're all doomed!!Lucy and Darien delight in the events of Eldest chapter 8, “Fealty” and chapter 9, “A Sorceress, a Snake, and a Scroll.”Talking points include Lucy being a Pisces, acknowledging how long ten minutes really feels like when cheering, speculating on Jörmundur's true motives and nature, just a hot lady shooting her shot, road trip plans, the return of the best character in the series, and the definition of “an appropriate pause.” Sparks of InspirationDarien has a Spark of Inspi-Geode.Lucy crafted another short narrative piece!Share your Sparks of Inspiration or your thoughts about Eragon with us on Instagram ⁠⁠@EragonPod⁠⁠ or send an email to eragonpod@gmail.com (Here it is, Owen!!)Feel like crying? Here are those cowboy funeral poems recommended by listener, Curtis Moore: https://youtu.be/_OOz3zzYVeM?si=bxCRCouZADAaYZZkhttps://youtu.be/FKThG9IjDwg?si=f-0z-pWaUar0rfzUGet more Eragon and Back Again on Patreon! Enjoy recent episode about D-War at ⁠https://www.patreon.com/EABACover art by Luana PastorNo 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.

30 Apr 1h 14min

This podcast has guests?!Darien (she/they) and Lucy (she/her) are joined by a special guest Francesca McMahon (any) for Eldest chapter 6, “Saphira’s Promise,” and chapter 7, “Requiem.” Talking points include making a guest do the chapter summaries, Saphira’s unexpected remorse, the dwarves’ deepening respect for Saphira, speculation on the symbolism behind death rituals, giving Paolini props for knowing how to end a chapter strong, how Nasuada song provides insight into her backstory, and a very unhappy Cache dog barking indignantly in the background cause he had to be in his kennel during recording (sorry). Sparks of InspirationLucy has a Geode this week, breaking out of her writer’s block and creating a new short story about The Deep. Fran sings the praises of Power Rangers (2017) (It’s actually great, y’all.)Darien is inspired by all of her amazing friends, for real. Get More Fran!!Check out their books at https://francescamcmahon.com/publicationListen to their podcast at https://www.instagram.com/bestdamcamppod/Follow them on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/adoseoffran/Share your Sparks of Inspiration or your thoughts about Eragon with us on Instagram ⁠⁠@EragonPod⁠⁠ or send an email to eragonpod@gmail.com (Here it is, Owen!!)Get more Eragon and Back Again on Patreon! Enjoy recent episode about D-War at ⁠https://www.patreon.com/EABACover art by Luana PastorNo 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.

16 Apr 1h 4min

A new point of view character?!Lucy and Darien practice some political intrigue in Eldest chapter 3, “Roran,” and chapter 4, “The Hunted Hunters.”Talking points include a sincere wondering if anyone “gets” the name of the podcast, analyzing why these chapters are seemingly “boring” compared to others, the value of social norms in a fantasy narrative, Katrina being great, how people deserve to worry about normal, everyday kerfuffles, an imbalanced loneliness between cousins, and Roran busting out the SAT words.Sparks of InspirationLucy and Darien are thrilled to discuss Sara Raach’s Go Luck Yourself.Share your Sparks of Inspiration or your thoughts about Eragon with us on Instagram ⁠⁠@EragonPod⁠⁠ or send an email to eragonpod@gmail.com (Here it is, Owen!!)Get more Eragon and Back Again on Patreon! Enjoy recent episode about D-War at ⁠https://www.patreon.com/EABACover art by Luana PastorNo 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.

4 Apr 1h 11min

Never underestimate Nasuada.Lucy and Darien practice some political intrigue in Eldest chapter 2, “The Council of Elders,” and chapter 3, “Truth Among Friends.” Talking points include how, even though Murtagh dies at the start of Eldest, Paolini wrote a whole prequel book about him and a red dragon, Lucy’s feelings about Eragon attempting to scry Murtagh using a tear, the worst time to deal with chronic pain, the best(?) place to store a dagger, Nasuada being incredible, and Arya subtle strategies to keep Eragon at a distance. Sparks of Inspiration Darien reflects on the value of being comfortable in your creative space. Lucy enjoys rereading John Flanagan’s Ranger’s Apprentice series. Share your Sparks of Inspiration or your thoughts about Eragon with us on Instagram ⁠⁠@EragonPod⁠⁠ or send an email to eragonpod@gmail.com (Here it is, Owen!!)Get more Eragon and Back Again on Patreon! Enjoy recent episodes about The Reluctant Dragon (1941) and Dragonology: The Complete Book of Dragons⁠https://www.patreon.com/EABACover art by Luana PastorNo 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.

19 Mars 53min