Another one of my crazy tinfoil theories but in chapter 8, Professor Kaolin talks to Violent Sorrengail about how Naolin died trying to save her brother, Brennan Sorrengail. Is it possible that he actually succeeded? Chapter 8, page 97 “Resurrection isn’t possible. Why would he essentially kill himself when Brennan was already gone?” To which… Continue reading

In Xaden’s initial meeting with the first years, a student inquires about handling Battle Brief. Xaden’s advice is to simply keep their knowledge to themselves and parrot what the professors say. This, I believe, is our first subtle hint at the existence of venin and the fact that all rebellion relic carriers know fully well… Continue reading

Here’s a theory I’ve been mulling over after my third read-through of the book. It might seem a bit out there, but bear with me. Violet only receives the Book of Brennan after she’s seriously injured. Yes, Yarros explicitly mentions that the note was in Mira’s handwriting, even highlighting the difference in writing styles when… Continue reading

Chapter 4, page 6 – When Jack says that precognition is not a thing “I’m not the one who thinks precognition is a thing.” — Chapter 8, Page 97 – When they discuss why Naolin died “There’s no signet capable of resurrection.” UPDATE: Having read Iron Flame, I can now share the verdict with you:… Continue reading

Chapter 4, page 57 – First time we learn the “importance” of scribes “Without accurate depictions of our front lines, reliable information with which to make strategic decisions, and – most importantly- veracious details to document our history for the good of future generations, we’re doomed. not only as a kingdom but as a society.”… Continue reading

Chapter 4, page 50 – First time Dain cups Violet’s face “Dain steps forward and cups my face, his thumb stroking over my cheekbone in a soothing motion. — Chapter 8, page 92 – Again, Dain is cradling Violet’s face “Dain asks, lifting a hand to cradle my face.” — Chapter 9, Page 114 –… Continue reading

Chapter 5, page 55 -Violet’s mother officially objected that children of the rebellion’s leaders should be forced to watch. “Knowing that I am in direct disagreement with General Malgren’s orders, I am officially objecting to the plan set forth in today’s briefing. It is not this general’s opinion that the children of the rebellion’s leaders… Continue reading

Having read the book three times in a row, I now firmly believe that the storm, which conveniently occurred just on time for Violet to cross the parapet, was her mother’s doing. We know that Lilith is a storm wielder. We also know that the storm started just before Violet’s turn to cross the parapet.… Continue reading

One theory is that Xaden Riorson is Inntinnsic. This theory was developed entirely by me (after reading the books 4 times now). The theory came to me after reading several passages in the book which relate to how Xaden can read Violet’s mind and replies to her out loud. While many others suggest that this… Continue reading

These are book theories specifically related to Fourth Wing, the first of the Empyrean Series. These are speculative ideas or hypotheses that readers develop about a book’s plot, characters, themes, or future developments. These theories often go beyond the explicit information provided in the text and are based on the reader’s interpretation of the book’s… Continue reading