Latest articles about Fourth Wing and Iron Flame books.
Empyrean Series inspired cocktails – Deigh edition Part 1
In the realm of the Empyrean Series, where dragons soar and warriors battle, one tale stands starkly poignant—the tragic demise of Deigh, the Red Daggertail. Named Deigh, echoing the Gaelic word for “Ice,” this dragon’s fate is a chilling reminder of the perilous world of Rebecca Yarros’ creation. Deigh’s vibrant red scales were a beacon… Continue reading
Empyrean Series inspired cocktails – Sgaeyl edition Part 1
There is nothing cooler than hosting a Fourth Wing themed party for all your booking loving friends. If you host a book club, then I have you with all the Sgaeyl inspired cocktails that are, you guessed it, blue! We already did some Tairn-inspired cocktails, which were all deep black. I’m working my way through… Continue reading
Empyrean Series inspired cocktails – Tairn edition Part 1
Welcome to Empyrean Series Inspired Cocktails: Tairn Edition, where I bring a piece of Rebecca Yarros’ captivating world right into your glass. Tairn, with his fiery spirit and complex personality, serves as the inspiration behind a collection of cocktails designed to mirror his journey and character. These drinks blend the heat of his temper with… Continue reading
Iron Flame Theory: How come that Violet and Xaden share dreams?
In Iron Flame, Xaden and Violet share dreams of venin. Or at least this is how it looks like. We get to experience the dreams from Violet’s perspective but then, we learn at the very end of the book that it was Xaden that the venin wanted. It was him all along. Xaden was the… Continue reading
Iron Flame Theory: Bodhi is Xaden’s brother
Wait, waaaait, isn’t Bodhi Xaden’s cousin? Yes, according to Violet. But are they really? What do we actually know about them? And how did I get to this crazy conclusion? I’m reading Iron Flame, again, looking for all those cute Easter Eggs we all love so much. And I’m finding some and yes, I will… Continue reading
Discover Your Signet & Iron Flame Character
Step into the enchanting domain of the Empyrean Series, a world where the threads of magic entangle with the very essence of life, and the power of signets directs the fates of those who wield them. As an esteemed member of our exclusive circle, we invite you to embark on a captivating quest to explore… Continue reading
40 Best adult fantasy books
I decided to curated my top 40 adult fantasy books, a hand-picked selection of literary gems that have captivated my imagination in the past couple of years. Each of these books holds a special place in my heart, and I can honestly say that I loved every single one of them! Of course, there are… Continue reading
Fourth Wing Xaden POV bonus chapters (with official download link)
Last year, Rebecca Yarros announced the special edition Fourth Wing with two bonus chapters from Xaden’s point of view. The bonus chapters are chapters 9 and 16. If you haven’t read Fourth Wing and Iron Flame, please do so before continuing, as this post is about to have a lot of spoilers! Why chapters 9… Continue reading
Iron Flame Quotes
If you are anything like me, then you love collecting quotes. My Iron Flame book is practically full of small reading sticky notes colour coordinated with my favourite characters and quotes. And let’s face it, as much as I LOVE Violt, it’s actually Xaden Riorson that comes up with most gems. Maybe because he’s a… Continue reading
Predictions for Book 3 Empyrean Series
We can all agree that we need Book 3 in the Empyrean Series to be out like…right now! But we also know that we need to wait a little while before it will be published. Initially, the release date was for the end of 2024, but sadly, the date was removed from Goodreads so we… Continue reading
Best Young Adult Fantasy Books
Young Adult Fantasy, commonly known as YA fantasy, is a fantastic genre where the main characters are typically under 18 years old. These books usually resonate with both teenagers and adults by blending magical elements with relatable coming-of-age stories. YA fantasy books often explore themes like identity, friendship, and bravery, set in worlds filled with… Continue reading
Exclusive Xaden Riorson Fan Art
Xaden Riorson is a beautiful man. He is 23 years old, newly graduated from Basgiath War College. Over 6″4′, with his brown tawny skin and those gorgeous lips which are just perfect. I’m in love, are you in love? Welcome to your special collection of Xaden Riorson fan art! For those who love the Empyrean… Continue reading
The Aretia Accord
The Aretia Accord is a formal agreement that outlines the structure and organization of military units, particularly focusing on the integration of dragon riders and gryphon fliers together. Article Two, Section One of the Accord specifies that riders will maintain their wings, sections, and squads, along with their command structures. A significant aspect of this… Continue reading
Neve
Name Neve Rank Gryphon Flier, Third Year Appears in Iron Flame About Neve Neve is a third year Gryphon Flier, with short strawberry-blond hair and deep-set eyes. During Flier v. Rider challenges in Aretia, Neve calls Imogen to the mat. Their match involves precise and calculated blows. Devera calls it a draw after both Neve… Continue reading
Bragen
Name Bragen Character Gryphon Flier Rank Third year, driftleader Gryphon unknown Appears in Iron Flame About Bragen Bragen is a third-year leader, gryphon flier. He is described as a stocky one with the necklace of scars, he has brown eyes and vertical silver scars down his neck. Violet describes Bragen as the easiest of the… Continue reading
Kiandra
Name Kiandra Rank Professor, Flier Appears in Iron Flame, Onyx Storm About Professor Kiandra Kiandra has auburn hair worn in a braid. She was a professor of gryphon fliers at Cliffsbane Academy, but comes to teach at Aratia after the fall of Zolia.a. In Onyx Storm, she teaches Battle Brief with Devera at Basgiath.b. Quotes… Continue reading
Trager
Name Trager Rank Gryphon Flier Appears in Iron Flame, Onyx Storm About Trager Trager is a tall gryphon flier guy with shoulder-length brown hair and crooked smile. He has a fight with Rhiannon during sparring, but Rhi wins in less than five minutes. Previously, Rhi punched Trager in the face because he made remarks about… Continue reading
Nicholai Panya
Name Nicholai Panya Rank Lieutenant Quadrant Riders Quadrant Relationships Isar Panya (sister) Status Dead Nicholai Panya was a rider and Lieutenant, two years ahead of Violet Sorrengail’s class. He was described by Ridoc as having a great sense of humour. He was survived by his sister, Isar Panya. Continue reading
Isar Panya
Name Isar Panya Rank Rider Wing and Section Second Wing, Tail Section Relationships Nicholai Panya (brother) Continue reading
Cibbelair Gryphon
Name Cibbelair Nickname Cibbe Creature Gryphon Flier Luella Status Dead About Cibbelair Cibbelair is a Gryphon with silver-specked wings and fawn-and-ochre haunches. Her flier, Luella falls to her death when the group is crossing the mountain on the way to Aretia. After her riders’ death, Cibbe is grabbed by a wyvern and pulled in to… Continue reading
Luella
Name Luella Rank Gryphon Flier Gryphon Cibbelair Status Dead Appears in Iron Flame About Luella Luella is a first year Cliffsbane cadet bonded to the gryphon Cibbelair. According to Maren, she bakes really good cakes. Luella is known as the nicest and smallest of the Cliffsbane cadets. Luella dies while crossing the mountain to Aretia.… Continue reading
Dajalair
Name Dajalair Creature Gryphon Flier Maren Physical Appearance Dajalair is a brown-and-white gryphon. She’s surefooted and a little temperamental. According to her flier, Daja might not want to admit it, but she’s a lowland girl. Continue reading
Maren Zina
Name Maren Zina Rank Flier College Cliffsbane Academy Relationships Catriona (best friend) Origin Zolya Family location Newhall Family Two brothers Gryphon Dajalair Physical Appearance Maren is petite for a flier, though still taller than Violet, with a heart-shaped face under dark hair woven into a long single braid that falls along the bronzed ochre skin… Continue reading
Cliffs of Dralor
From the dangerous waves of the Arctile Ocean to the lowest plains of the Tyrrendor plateau, the Cliffs of Dralor rise to over twelve thousand feet in places. Points of Interest: Medaro Pass. Continue reading
Rybestad Chest
The Rybstad Chest is a metal chest the size of an armoire. This item belonged to Fen Riorson. It is considered a great treasure and it was brought to Poromiel when Fen negotiated Xaden’s engagement with Catriona. Xaden confirms that the Rybestad chest was the most valuable items his father owned. Thanks to the runes… Continue reading
Queen Maraya
Queen Maraya is known for her political decisions, especially regarding her throne’s succession. She rejected all marriage proposals from the Isle Kingdoms and chose her distant cousin, Viscount Tecarus of Cordyn, as her heir. This choice highlights her independent and strategic approach to governance. Having refused every proposal from the isle kingdoms, Queen Maraya has… Continue reading
Fliers
Fliers are the bonded cadets with gryphons. Fliers are to gryphons what riders are to dragons. This partnership defines their identity and role within the series. Abilities While fliers might not wield signets like their dragon-riding counterparts, they possess lesser-magic gifts, often involving mindwork. This gives them an advantage in certain aspects of magic over… Continue reading
Draithus
Name Draithus Kingdom Kingdom of Poromiel Political Significance Krovla’s most populous city Royalty Viscount Tecarus Draithus is situated about an hour southeast of a referenced location and is known for being close to both the Navarrian border and the sea. It is mentioned in the context of shared airspace agreements between Navarre and Krovla, particularly… Continue reading
Anca
Name Anca Kingdom Kingdom of Poromiel Political Significance Close proximity to Zolya Royalty Viscount Tecarus Location Braevick Province Points of Interest Cliffsbane Anca is a city in the Kingdom of Poromiel, close to Zolya. The city is in the Braevick Province, next to the Stonewater River. Continue reading
Eleni Jareth
Name Eleni Jareth Rank Rider, Wingleader, Second Wing Quadrant Riders Quadrant Appears in Iron Flame About Eleni Jareth Eleni is promoted to Wingleader by Brennan alongside Tibbot Vasant. Quotes “First,” Brennan begins, “we’ve done as you’ve asked and kept youin your respective wings. Second Wing and Third Wing, you know thatEleni Jareth and Tibbot Vasant… Continue reading
Tibbot Vasant
Name Tibbot Vasant Rank Rider, Wingleader, Third Wing Quadrant Riders Quadrant Appears in Iron Flame About Tibbot Vasant Tibbot has been promoted by Brennan to Wingleader after the council decided that the riders will stay at Aretia. Quotes “First,” Brennan begins, “we’ve done as you’ve asked and kept you in your respective wings. Second Wing… Continue reading
