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Welcome to Dear Dragon Reader, a special series from Dear Fantasy Reader podcast! Hosted by Karly, each episode dives deep into a specific topic from Rebecca Yarros’ Empyrean Series.   In this episode, Karly dives deep into the mysterious lore of the Empyrean Dragons, particularly theorizing on their connection to the Venin and Wyvern, the significance of hatching grounds, and the Riorson family's historical ties to dragonkind. She also explores the overarching themes of control in the relationship between dragons and their riders, questioning whether the dragons might be even more villainous and self-serving than we’ve been led to believe.   Finally, Karly sets the stage for future explorations of related topics—like the fascinating Feathertails!   So book up, Dragon Readers, and get ready for thoughtful analysis, exciting theories, and plenty of dragon-sized insights!   *All episodes include spoilers for the entirety of Fourth Wing and Iron Flame*   Want more? Check out our Season 1: Fourth Wing Deep Dive Through The Lens of Iron Flame, and our current Season 2: Onyx Storm Prep, here on Dear Fantasy Reader Podcast!   00:00 Intro 00:28 Are Dragons The Real Villians? 04:07 The Connection Between The Hatching Grounds & The Venin 08:25 The Riorson Family’s Ties to The Hatching Grounds 09:44 Theory That Xaden’s Grandfather Is Venin 11:20 Themes of Control in Dragonkind   SUPPORT US ON PATREON: http://patreon.com/dearfantasyreaderpodcast   JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/9pcd3jBTVK     ARCHIVES:   Rebecca Yarros Author Talk in Columbus Ohio (Garrick Island Question) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=Mu7LVjUhU_8   PREORDER ONYX STORM - https://amzn.to/40I2R6D     Follow along: Instagram: @dearfantasyreaderpod TikTok: @dearfantasyreaderpod YouTube: @dearfantasyreaderpod Threads: @dearfantasyreaderpod     Email us your favorite Empyrean theories & insights: [email protected]     Visit the Dear Fantasy Reader website: www.dearfantasyreader.com     Don't forget to share this podcast with all of your Empyrean friends!     New episodes on Tuesdays!

Welcome to Dear Dragon Reader, a special series from Dear Fantasy Reader podcast! Hosted by Karly, each episode dives deep into a specific topic from Rebecca Yarros’ Empyrean Series.   In this episode, Karly unpacks the misunderstood lore of the Venin and challenges our assumptions about them. She explores their possible origins and initial motivations, positioning them as once-heroic figures who, through the pursuit of absolute power, transformed into villains.   Next, Karly examines the Venin’s present-day motivations and their thirst for revenge, revealing how their goals seem to stretch far beyond the hatching grounds. She also traces the historical timeline of the Venin, analyzing their suspicious connection to Sgaeyl’s previous rider—Xaden’s grandfather.   From there, Karly dives into the mysteries of the lures, presenting theories on what they’re used for and who created them. She then explores the Venin's potential connection to dreams, nightmares, and the power-blocking serum utilized by Basgiath leadership.   So book up, Dragon Readers, and get ready for thoughtful analysis, exciting theories, and plenty of dragon-sized insights!   *All episodes include spoilers for the entirety of Fourth Wing and Iron Flame*   Want more? Check out our Season 1: Fourth Wing Deep Dive Through The Lens of Iron Flame, and our current Season 2: Onyx Storm Prep, here on Dear Fantasy Reader Podcast!     00:00 Intro 02:23 Causes of Madness: Venin AND Dragons 04:19 Motivations of Venin: From Heros to Villians 05:14 Venin Parallels to Marvel’s WandaVision 10:15 Theories on The Origins of The Venin & Initial Motivations 11:50 Venin Present Day Motivations & Desire for The Hatching Grounds 13:20 Historical Timeline of The Venin (as we know it) 13:50 The Connection Between Venin & Xaden’s Grandfather 15:21 Xaden & Violet’s Venin Nightmares 16:57 Xaden & Violet: A Menacing Threat To Venin 17:30 Violet’s Silver Hair Theory: Connection to The Venin 18:15 Venin & Lure Theories 18:33 Who Made The Lures 18:56 What They Are Using Lures For 20:06 The Connection Between Venin, Dreams, & Power-blocking Serum     SUPPORT US ON PATREON: http://patreon.com/dearfantasyreaderpodcast   JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/9pcd3jBTVK     ARCHIVES:   Rebecca Yarros Author Talk in Columbus Ohio (Garrick Island Question) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=Mu7LVjUhU_8   PREORDER ONYX STORM - https://amzn.to/40I2R6D     Follow along: Instagram: @dearfantasyreaderpod TikTok: @dearfantasyreaderpod YouTube: @dearfantasyreaderpod Threads: @dearfantasyreaderpod     Email us your favorite Empyrean theories & insights: [email protected]     Visit the Dear Fantasy Reader website: www.dearfantasyreader.com     Don't forget to share this podcast with all of your Empyrean friends!     New episodes on Tuesdays!

Welcome to Dear Dragon Reader, a special series from Dear Fantasy Reader podcast! Hosted by Karly, each episode dives deep into a specific topic from Rebecca Yarros’ Empyrean Series.   In this episode, Karly unpacks the theory that Xaden might possess a third signet-like ability connected to his rebellion relic. She explores Liam’s suspicious ability to wield ice, examines how Xaden’s relic appears unique compared to the other Marked Ones, discusses the implications of the Marked Ones' powers, and dives into the intriguing possibilities surrounding Garrick’s mysterious signet.   So book up, Dragon Readers, and get ready for thoughtful analysis, exciting theories, and plenty of dragon-sized insights!   *All episodes include spoilers for the entirety of Fourth Wing and Iron Flame*   Want more? Check out our Season 1: Fourth Wing Deep Dive Through The Lens of Iron Flame, and our current Season 2: Onyx Storm Prep, here on Dear Fantasy Reader Podcast!   00:00 Intro 00:57 Xaden’s Third Signet 10:40 Garrick’s Signet Theories   SUPPORT US ON PATREON: http://patreon.com/dearfantasyreaderpodcast   JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/9pcd3jBTVK     ARCHIVES:   Rebecca Yarros Author Talk in Columbus Ohio (Garrick Island Question) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=Mu7LVjUhU_8   PREORDER ONYX STORM - https://amzn.to/40I2R6D     Follow along: Instagram: @dearfantasyreaderpod TikTok: @dearfantasyreaderpod YouTube: @dearfantasyreaderpod Threads: @dearfantasyreaderpod     Email us your favorite Empyrean theories & insights: [email protected]     Visit the Dear Fantasy Reader website: www.dearfantasyreader.com     Don't forget to share this podcast with all of your Empyrean friends!     New episodes on Tuesdays!

Welcome to Dear Dragon Reader, a special series from Dear Fantasy Reader podcast! Hosted by Karly, each episode dives deep into a specific topic from Rebecca Yarros’ Empyrean Series.   In this episode, the spotlight is on Violet's Signets. First, Karly unpacks the hidden complexity of Violet’s first signet—exploring how many of the suspicious moments fans often associate with her speculated second signet might actually stem from her Pure Power signet. Then, Karly examines Violet’s needs and motivations—the forces that shape a signet—before diving into the highly speculated possibilities surrounding Violet’s second signet and presenting evidence for each theory.   So book up, Dragon Readers, and get ready for thoughtful analysis, exciting theories, and plenty of dragon-sized insights!   *All episodes include spoilers for the entirety of Fourth Wing and Iron Flame*   Want more? Check out our Season 1: Fourth Wing Deep Dive Through The Lens of Iron Flame, and our current Season 2: Onyx Storm Prep, here on Dear Fantasy Reader Podcast!     00:00 Intro 00:46 Breaking Down Violet’s First Signet: Pure Power 07:56 Violet’s Second Signet 8:17 Exploring Violet’s Needs: What Does She Need Most? 12:49 All of The Strange Things That Violet Does In Iron Flame 13:54 Violet Second Signet Possibility: Dragon Morphing 14:29 Violet Second Signet Possibility: Time Control 15:18 Violet Second Signet Possibility: Distance Wielding 17:30 Violet Second Signet Possibility: Inntinnsic 18:35 Violet Second Signet Possibility: Shutting Off Emotions 19:56 Violet Second Signet Possibility: Shielding 20:46 Violet Second Signet Possibility: Sensing Emotions 22:10 Violet Second Signet Possibility: Truthsayer 23:13 Violet Second Signet Possibility: Compulsion 26:30 Violet Second Signet Possibility: Precognition 30:20 Violet Second Signet Possibility: Speaking To The Dead 32:24 What is a Truthsayer?     SUPPORT US ON PATREON: http://patreon.com/dearfantasyreaderpodcast   JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/9pcd3jBTVK     ARCHIVES:   Rebecca Yarros Panel at Emerald City Comic Con 2024 (Seeing the dead ‘debunked’) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v0yTEZBtpVQ   (’Obvious’) Rebecca Yarros Sydney Panel Monday Night Audio - https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/zx3i48gozoqf7q3e0hvmi/ANy8Evf9Us--TpxjZNEeIiA?e=3&preview=RY+Panel+Sydney+Monday.mp3&rlkey=f1h0qoxdcek7rnutmuuspoe7z&st=shl6ukwy&dl=0   (’Obvious’) Rebecca Yarros LONDON Q&A @thelibraryofsophie PART 3 - https://www.tiktok.com/@thelibraryofsophie/video/7409383225719524651   PREORDER ONYX STORM - https://amzn.to/40I2R6D     Follow along: Instagram: @dearfantasyreaderpod TikTok: @dearfantasyreaderpod YouTube: @dearfantasyreaderpod Threads: @dearfantasyreaderpod     Email us your favorite Empyrean theories & insights: [email protected]     Visit the Dear Fantasy Reader website: www.dearfantasyreader.com     Don't forget to share this podcast with all of your Empyrean friends!     New episodes on Tuesdays!