Time-stamps: Intro: 0:11 What is The Stormlight Archive?: 3:20 Worldbuilding 4:40 Magic System 7:10 Characters: 8:49 Structure / Writing: 10:51 It's All Connected - The Cosmere: 13:40
I need some advice so I’m trying to get a friend into the cosmere so the person in question likes short stories so should the person read the two standalone stories and then go onto Mistborn
Kieran Jennings I’m Not The One Who You Asked But I Feel Like Mistborn Is The Best Because Even If They Don’t Like The First One Its Written In A Way That Makes It Seem Like A Self Contained Book If They Don’t Wanna Continue After Finishing The First One If They Do Plan Successful They Have Joined The Cosmere
@@scorpian221 Hmmm well if they like short stories then I would recommend they read 'The Emperor's Soul' which I'd say is one of the best fantasy short stories I've read and one of my favorite stories by Sanderson. Mistborn is a great series to start with, it was my first introduction to the Cosmere and while I don't think it's as good as Stormlight it's still very engaging and a fantastic intro to the Cosmere.
@@scorpian221 I'd second "The Emperor's Soul" and add "Shadows for Silence in the Forests of Hell," another short story of his which is also set in the Cosmere. If they like one or both of those, then (as has already been said) Mistborn is a great place to start for the novels.
Hey there... haven't read in a while, should I re-read the beginning of Stormlight Archives (I've already read the first two, like when they came out), or begin finally the WOT, for which I feel a kind of dislike, fromm what I've heard about it, but it's also a pillar of fantasy, so...? Any advice, please ?
I'm about to start my fifth reread of Stormlight in preparation for Rhythm of War. I'm not exaggerating when I say that discovering this series was an important factor in curing my depression three years ago. Way of Kings is honestly the most therapeutic book I've ever read. I can never thank Sanderson enough.
I can definitely relate! I've dealt with depression myself, and these books just mean so much to me. They also pulled me out of a big reading slump and made me more passionate about reading again. Sanderson is a legend 👍
@@jaxthedrophunter4148 He is an extremely important part of the books and a beloved character. His story arc is the most interesting to many readers. Take that as you will.
Why you should read Stormlight Archive: Because it is amazing It is complex It is both heartbreaking and heartwarming It is uniquely human and blindingly superhuman at times. It is a treatise about the fallacy of being a human. Of our good, our bad, and everything in between.
I’ve reread the books several times and it never fails to make me laugh, cry, and gasp because of the one liners. Also, for anyone who’s planning on reading them, the Lopen will be your favorite character... just letting you know.
@@aubee2744 Yeah, when I read that in the books I was floored. But the clues were there like how chickens come from Shinovar. hard to raise chickens without soil.
@@DoReMi123acb The Alethi also call any bird "chicken". Because of limited contact to other birds, it just became their word for all of them. If you see a very colorful chicken, it might be a parrot. :D
This is just brilliant. I see much lesser Stormlight vids get 100k+ views and they aren't as quality as this. Well done, my man. I look forward to your Rhythm of War coverage.
Forwarding the link of this video to all my friends who read novels. Stormlight Archive is just one of those series which just feel like a modern epic fantasy classic right from the get go.
I just started The Way of Kings last week, and I rush through everything else in the audiobooks at increased narration speed, just so I can get to the next interlude. Then I replay the Szeth interludes 3 times at slower speeds, before moving on and rushing to the next interlude. Gawd, I love this character so damn much! Also, I hate Sadeas while listening to Kaladin's chapters, but then I suddenly love him whenever Dalinar talks to him. Then I start hating him again when we go back to seeing him through Kaladin's eyes. Such brilliant writing.
They're the best around, with Quinn's Ideas, it has a lot to do with the fantastic editing skills. (And also, people being actually smart, and not just "popular")
@@Imperiusism Yes, 10 books. In two 5 book arcs. And Sanderson is very consistent, one book a year, and SA every 2-3 years. So if you start Sanderson now, you've got entertainment for the next 20 years guaranteed. Also, its the best books I've ever read, honestly.
You are the one who made dive into this series and I think this is the greatest recommendation I've ever had from a booktuber. This series is now my favorite of all time !!! Can't wait for Rythm Of War !
I’m actually super new to Brandon Sanderson, and after watching this, I’m so excited to jump into the story as much as possible on my day off tomorrow! 😁 I’ve always felt like I’d like it, but now I’m sure it’ll be another favorite to add to the growing list! Thank you! Also, your videos are amazing, I love watching them, as you talk about a lot of books I enjoy too ♥️
Your videos are such high quality! The editing, the animation and motion graphics, the images, and, of course, the content are all absolutely stellar! Thanks for making this vid! It was a lot of fun to watch. It really made me appreciate Brandon Sanderson's writing/characters/worldbuilding so much more!
My favorite book series of all time (so far)... I cannot wait for Rhythms of war... I just hope I live long enough to enjoy the next half dozen books in the series or the world doesn't implode on us.
Ahhh same here, it would be tragic to never experience The Stormlight Archive in it's entirety 😥 and I also hope Sanderson will be alive long enough to bring an epic conclusion to his entire Cosmere universe!
Typing out half dozen instead of six is like when people who used text slang would spell the word wrong to make it faster to type but still have extra characters 😂😂 so deeply ingrained; if you're thinking of numbers in your head is 6 replaced with half dozen there too 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, HALF A DOZEN, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, DOZEN, 13, 14?? Edit: Adding this edit so my entire comments not off topic. I agree, I think this series has become my all time favourite as well! What I love about books is you can really get a feel as to how well philosophised the author is and Brandon gives a lot of greater food for thought than just an exquisite story, world and characters to get lost in.
I got into Sanderson when I finally finished Wheel of Time after giving up around book 11. Stormlight archive is the best of any epic fantasy series I have ever read.
Just started the WoT series and it's got me completely hooked, so I'm guessing I won't reread the SA anytime soon! I'm actually counting on your in-depth summaries before RoW comes out! Keep up the good work!
Hope you enjoy WoT as much as much as I do! it has such a massive following, so no lack of content online I just hope you read fairly quickly since the show comes out soon(ish) ha ha. No shame on taking a breather from WoT to enjoy Sanderson and WoR
well what do you know, THIS IS THE FINAL PUSH because I ORDERED THE BOOKS and you'll be the FIRST TO HEAR ALL THE THOUGHTS 😎🤩 also the fucking editing in this??? UNMATCHED. EVERY. SINGLE. TIME. JAY??!!
Finished the first book Its actually the first book i ever finished and the largest. I never was much of a reader,because most books i "started" reading just bored me to the point where i just stop reading them. And then came the way of the kings. This book has influenced me so much,it has helped me keeping my mentality strong during my chemotherapy Without this book i wouldve probably been in a worse spot and,maybe even worse
Loved this video from start to finish! As a newbie to his works (I only started reading his work this year but have finished Mistborn Era 1 and Warbreaker) I own The Way of Kings and really cannot wait to pick this up in the next couple of months 😊😊
I'll never forget when I picked up Way of Kings for the first time, back when it first came out; it was purely on a lark from Amazon recommendations. I ready the synopsis and thought "wow, that's a pretty clever premise." Understatement of the century. I was hooked from the first page and have devoured Sanderson novels ever since.
A chain of random events, staring with covid, lead me to pick uo TWoK. It was no preknowledge and expections, just like you said, and then Brando Sando's writing explode positively in your face. It is magnificent!
My enthusiasm towards fantasy books has nearly burnt out, especially due to Martin's forever delayed A Song of Ice and Fire series, but Brandon Sanderson made me fall in love with the genre all over again. I'm about 10-12 hours into The Way of Kings and I am genuinely excited to go through the rest of the series. I love the humor, action and his character development. The first chapter introducing Dalinar, Adolin and Renarin Kholin was absolutely amazing.
I just started reading the first book, and I didn't even know there were sequels, and now I'm finding there will be even more books to read :D You just made my day :) Amazing video :)
I'm such a big fan of your work and want to help your Mom get well, but I'm still a student. I'll just watch your videos and not skip ads. Hoping your Mom recovers fully! Thank you for always giving out quality content.
It's rough being a student, I've been there and totally understand that! Even just the thought means a lot to me. Thank you so much, I truly appreciate it!
Recently I been on a reading binge (Due to the qurantine life.) I appreciate the Stormlight Archives due to the unique feel of exploration each book has. From character development, magic system, and Politics. I love how diverse and unique each book gets (To me Words of Radiance, Oathbringer and Way of Kings. are my favorite.)
My buddy introduced me to these books. He got me the first one for my birthday and I was hooked. I am already halfway through the second book and I plan to get the novella and the third book soon. I would very much recommend this series.
I've been somewhat intimidated from starting Stormlight Archive due to the length, it's in progress status, and overall hype. This video has inspired me to dive right in and I'm looking forward to the journey :)
Bold of you to assume I haven't read The Stormlight Archive even though I am subbed to this channel! Seriously though, love your video content and I also love reading these awesome books!
Your videos are always just so excellent. If I wasn't already planning on reading The Stormlight Archive this video would definitely light the fire of my curiosity. Looking forward to picking up The Way of Kings.
As someone who has read this series and the rest of the Cosmere works several times over, this is a Fantastic video to explain why to read it without spoiling anything. The list of books that move me to tears, make me literally burst out laughing or exclaim wholeheartedly and give me goosebumps is very short and it all happens every time I start this series over. I am currently re-reading the series again for the eighth time and I am still finding new connections that are so subtle they are easy to miss. Every re-read is like reading a new book and one read through is never enough!
Just about to finish the second book in The Kingkiller Chronicle and I'll be starting The Way of Kings next. Looking forward to it! Thanks for the informative video!
I bought the way of kings in Barnes and Noble a month ago and I am about almost three hundred pages in and I love it. I will definitely get the others in the series. Thank you for this video. It made me really understand it. I love your videos, man. You are so insightful and knowledgeable about fantasy books.
This is a small thing I love about Brandon but he manages to combine the omnipotent view of a third person narrator with the strength of getting in the characters head that a first person narration allows
I think the statement is not "you should read the series," but rather you *NEED* to read it because Sanderson is one of the greatest fantasy authors of our time and few books I have ever opened have been able to measure up to the sheer imagination, skill, wit, character development, worlds, and story as that which Sanderson creates. I have never closed a book by him unsatisfied.
When I first started Booktube i heard about sanderson and decided to buy warbreaker. But before I could read it I ended up starting Mistborn. And 6 or so Sanderson books later (still havent gotten to warbreaker) and Im hooked on Sanderson. Even after starting Mistborn I thought I would NEVER read stormlight, no way I wanted to invest my time into books so big. But after how amazing Mistborn was i had to give what people declared was Sandersons best series a shot. Love it! Shallan without a doubt one of my favorite characters. She hits all the boxes for me.
I am listening to all the Audiobooks before I get into Rhythms of War. The voice actors are fantastic and add new levels of depth to the characters that you don't fully realize just reading on your own - in my opinion anyway. Cheers!
Thanks for the video! I've just started Words of Radiance, and am planning on binging the rest of the series - at least the first five book arc, when book 5 comes out.
I don't think I've ever enjoyed a fantasy series as much as The Stormlight Archive. The combination of a rich and mysterious world that is gradually revealed, convincing and complex characters who develop, and a gripping plot that performs believable twists on the biggest scale, would be hard to beat by anyone. A great video this one too!
Hello! I am new to fantasy!,most of my adult life I’ve read eclectically, but after dipping my toes in fantasy I find your presentations accessible , intriguing and nonintimidating! Thank you!💯🐾📚🐾
Glad you enjoyed!! The Mistborn books were the first of Sanderson I ever read, and I was in the same position as you after finishing them. I saw how huge the Stormlight Archive books are and was super intimidated, but honestly I'm so happy I decided to pick up The Way of Kings because I ended up enjoying stormlight even more than Mistborn (which is a series I really love). And as big as the books are, they actually read very fast once you become familiar with the world-building and get past some of the set up at the beginning. If you liked Mistborn then you most likely will enjoy stormlight as well!
@@CapturedInWords Thanks a lot! As a fellow reader, SA just changed the game y'know. PS- I found you when Daniel linked that video in his own SA lore video
@@Nxrth2001 It definitely changed the game! Oh that's awesome! That was really kind of Daniel, I hope to do a collab with him sometime in the near future 👍
Amazing video Jay. I just finished Words of Radiance for the first time a few days ago, and I am loving the series so much. I can’t wait for Oathbringer, and Rhythms of War. -T
Just finished third read-through of Kingkiller. Feeling lost, without anything good to read. Then I see this video! Ok, so I'm hearing you say something like: "Start with Warbreaker", and others have said the same i.e. that it gives extra understanding and sizzle to Words Of Radiance. So, tonight I jump in there. Warbreaker! Tonight!
No spoilers, but every big Kaladin's moments have me shedding manly tears. Imagine a TV series adaption of The Stromlight Archieve. I would burst into lights.
I’m rereading them right now! Going through Oathbringer for the second time. They are SUCH good books. Better the second time! I’m so so so ready for Rhythm of War 😁
Just want to say, as a former full-time UA-camr myself...the editing and effects in your video are amazing and I KNOW that they take soo much time and hard work to produce. So thank you sir. I really hope that your channel just explodes in viewership. You truly, truly deserve it. God bless you brother.
Thank you! Video editing is something I'm really passionate about so I put a lot of work into the effects and it feels good to have someone recognize that, I really appreciate it!
@@CapturedInWords my old channel was all about visual effects and live-action videos...and the editing takes insane, tedious hours. I know that life haha. Keep it up :D
I watched this video several months ago, read the series, and wanted to come back and thank you for the recommendation and intro. I hope your mom is well.
I found it on r/fantasy 's top fantasy series poll. It managed to become my favorite series (Tied with realm of the Elderlings) in a single book. He's easily the best author I've read, (Sorry Robin and Rothfuss) and I hope to meet him one day.
I agree, I feel like Words of Radiance was probably the best out of all of them! Oathbringer also has some super epic moments, but WoR had perfect pacing and was overall more well written
@@CapturedInWords It was the build up. I mean, you were just waiting to see Kaladin become what he truly is in front of everyone and have his moment. For instance, even though I still like Adolin, he always kinda looked down on Kaladin. If he k new just how powerful Kaladin was, he never would, lol. Just a great book. Oathbringer, I feel, keeps things moving but I'm looking forward not to the next entry but for Szeth's book.
Incredible video Jay! So timely because it is a Stormlight year, this is such a good way to introduce the Stormlight Archive to someone who is thinking about reading it, also a good non spoiler video. I agree it is a good series to re read and appreciate even more, I am making my way through it again before Rhythm of War and am on to Words of Radiance. This is my third time reading this book, and it is just as good as I remember it.
What a great breakdown of The Stormlight Archive! I'm right smack in the middle of The Way of Kings - loving it, obviously - and your video really helped me understand the larger context of the series. Can't wait to read more Sanderson. Thank You.
Thank you for this video! I am actually trying to start reading it again for the third time .... first two times I really struggled but I am interested because I only hear good things about this series and I adored Mistborn trilogy so I hope I will get emotionally invested in this at one point!
Great video!! I read The Way of Kings about 2 years ago with the intention of plowing right through all three books (at the time). However, me being the compulsive book-buyer, I get sucked into so many other books and I never continued with The Stormlight Archive. Until now. I started re-reading The Way of Kings and I am not faltering this time around! To touch on a point which you made about how intimidating this series (as well as any other book I like to call "will kill if thrown" books😊). I found a remedy many years ago to work around looking at a book or series as intimidating or daunting. Instead of looking at the book as a whole, think of it in smaller sections if you will. Basically, take the total number of pages in said book and divide it by 31 (the average amount of days in a month). This would give you the number of pages you would need to read to finish said book in one month. For example, the edition I own of TWOK is 1007 pages, so I would then need to read about 32 pages a day to finish in one month. That is totally doable, and it really helps with easing the mind! Of course, by no means, don't stop at that page count per day if you wish! It's just a very good guideline to lessen the intimidation factor! Keep up the great work!! I love your channel and content!!! Happy reading!!!
Time-stamps:
Intro: 0:11
What is The Stormlight Archive?: 3:20
Worldbuilding 4:40
Magic System 7:10
Characters: 8:49
Structure / Writing: 10:51
It's All Connected - The Cosmere: 13:40
I need some advice so I’m trying to get a friend into the cosmere so the person in question likes short stories so should the person read the two standalone stories and then go onto Mistborn
Kieran Jennings I’m Not The One Who You Asked But I Feel Like Mistborn Is The Best Because Even If They Don’t Like The First One Its Written In A Way That Makes It Seem Like A Self Contained Book If They Don’t Wanna Continue After Finishing The First One If They Do Plan Successful They Have Joined The Cosmere
@@scorpian221 Hmmm well if they like short stories then I would recommend they read 'The Emperor's Soul' which I'd say is one of the best fantasy short stories I've read and one of my favorite stories by Sanderson. Mistborn is a great series to start with, it was my first introduction to the Cosmere and while I don't think it's as good as Stormlight it's still very engaging and a fantastic intro to the Cosmere.
@@scorpian221 I'd second "The Emperor's Soul" and add "Shadows for Silence in the Forests of Hell," another short story of his which is also set in the Cosmere. If they like one or both of those, then (as has already been said) Mistborn is a great place to start for the novels.
Hey there... haven't read in a while, should I re-read the beginning of Stormlight Archives (I've already read the first two, like when they came out), or begin finally the WOT, for which I feel a kind of dislike, fromm what I've heard about it, but it's also a pillar of fantasy, so...?
Any advice, please ?
"A person who takes a break from writing a book, to accidentally write another book." Best description of Branderson I've heard so far!
He sounds like the Anti-George R. R. Martin lol
@@DuelistKoi93 Well, at least we know an option for who might finish Game of Thrones if GRRM can't do it.
@@sheyri9 I get the joke, but Brandon barely finished reading A Game of Thrones. He isn't into that kind of story. Given his talent, I wish he was.
@@ethankendall9499 Yeah, I know...
well in an interview with Brandon Sanderson about a Mistborn videogame, he said he does what you qouted
I'm about to start my fifth reread of Stormlight in preparation for Rhythm of War. I'm not exaggerating when I say that discovering this series was an important factor in curing my depression three years ago. Way of Kings is honestly the most therapeutic book I've ever read. I can never thank Sanderson enough.
I can definitely relate! I've dealt with depression myself, and these books just mean so much to me. They also pulled me out of a big reading slump and made me more passionate about reading again. Sanderson is a legend 👍
I'm listening to it as an audiobook and skip everything that doesn't have anything to do with Kalidane, is that bad?
@@jaxthedrophunter4148 It is not bad. It is just your own loss.
@@jaxthedrophunter4148 He is an extremely important part of the books and a beloved character. His story arc is the most interesting to many readers. Take that as you will.
Jax The DropHunter ur missing out on the great Jasnah!!!
My friend just got me into Way of Kings. My favorite part was there were more kings killed in the prologue than the entire Kingkiller Chronicle
Way of Kingkillers🤔
i liked the part when he said “it’s kingkillin’ time!!” and killed all those kings
How is the Kingkiller fandom these days? I never could quite get into that one for whatever reason.
Our editing King is back...
Life before death
Strength before weakness
Journey before destination
Amen
The words are accepted
Speak again the Sacred Oaths
Why you should read Stormlight Archive:
Because it is amazing
It is complex
It is both heartbreaking and heartwarming
It is uniquely human and blindingly superhuman at times.
It is a treatise about the fallacy of being a human. Of our good, our bad, and everything in between.
I’ve reread the books several times and it never fails to make me laugh, cry, and gasp because of the one liners. Also, for anyone who’s planning on reading them, the Lopen will be your favorite character... just letting you know.
@@duathhadron5040 you got that right gancho
@@shamikmazumdar6479 IS THAT A stormlight archive REFERENCE?
@@naturalkind5591 maybe it is 🤔
Worldbuilding is GOD TIER! Most of Roshar has no soil....Let that sink in.
I completely agree! I mean what fantasy world doesn't have soil!?? Pretty crazy of Sanderson to think up such an amazing world
The storms would blow it all away. Shinovar has soil because it’s protected by mountains from the storms
@@CapturedInWords Exactly! His imagination and his ability to make it believable is truly something else.
@@aubee2744 Yeah, when I read that in the books I was floored. But the clues were there like how chickens come from Shinovar. hard to raise chickens without soil.
@@DoReMi123acb The Alethi also call any bird "chicken". Because of limited contact to other birds, it just became their word for all of them. If you see a very colorful chicken, it might be a parrot. :D
This is just brilliant. I see much lesser Stormlight vids get 100k+ views and they aren't as quality as this. Well done, my man. I look forward to your Rhythm of War coverage.
Forwarding the link of this video to all my friends who read novels.
Stormlight Archive is just one of those series which just feel like a modern epic fantasy classic right from the get go.
I agree, it definitely feels like a modern epic fantasy classic!! And thanks, I really appreciate you sharing the video!
10/10 this series reignited my long dormant passion for reading and writing
it did the same for me!
THIS
who skips the interludes!?!? Airsick lowlanders. Seriously those are some my FAV characters!
They obviously cannot hold their lager
I just started The Way of Kings last week, and I rush through everything else in the audiobooks at increased narration speed, just so I can get to the next interlude. Then I replay the Szeth interludes 3 times at slower speeds, before moving on and rushing to the next interlude. Gawd, I love this character so damn much!
Also, I hate Sadeas while listening to Kaladin's chapters, but then I suddenly love him whenever Dalinar talks to him. Then I start hating him again when we go back to seeing him through Kaladin's eyes. Such brilliant writing.
Rock said those words😂
His videos are just so well made, and satisfying to watch
Thank you! :D
They're the best around, with Quinn's Ideas, it has a lot to do with the fantastic editing skills.
(And also, people being actually smart, and not just "popular")
The hype for Stormlight Archive just keeps continuing to build. Can't wait for Rhythm of War!
Ahhh November couldn't come soon enough!!!
@@CapturedInWords Not sure if you'll read this but got into SA when Daniel linked your lore video. Thank you so much!
So, I've read the series will have 10 books. Is that correct? Thats a lot of years!
@@Imperiusism Yes, 10 books. In two 5 book arcs. And Sanderson is very consistent, one book a year, and SA every 2-3 years. So if you start Sanderson now, you've got entertainment for the next 20 years guaranteed. Also, its the best books I've ever read, honestly.
@@Nxrth2001 Im actually reading oathbringer right now. 600 pages done, 700 more to go!
Brandon: book printing machine go brrrrr
You are the one who made dive into this series and I think this is the greatest recommendation I've ever had from a booktuber. This series is now my favorite of all time !!! Can't wait for Rythm Of War !
I’m actually super new to Brandon Sanderson, and after watching this, I’m so excited to jump into the story as much as possible on my day off tomorrow! 😁 I’ve always felt like I’d like it, but now I’m sure it’ll be another favorite to add to the growing list! Thank you! Also, your videos are amazing, I love watching them, as you talk about a lot of books I enjoy too ♥️
I hope you enjoy it! And thanks, I'm glad to hear you like the videos! :D
Did you start the book yet? First impressions? I’m gonna start it soon myself!
Your videos are such high quality! The editing, the animation and motion graphics, the images, and, of course, the content are all absolutely stellar! Thanks for making this vid! It was a lot of fun to watch. It really made me appreciate Brandon Sanderson's writing/characters/worldbuilding so much more!
My favorite book series of all time (so far)... I cannot wait for Rhythms of war... I just hope I live long enough to enjoy the next half dozen books in the series or the world doesn't implode on us.
Ahhh same here, it would be tragic to never experience The Stormlight Archive in it's entirety 😥 and I also hope Sanderson will be alive long enough to bring an epic conclusion to his entire Cosmere universe!
Typing out half dozen instead of six is like when people who used text slang would spell the word wrong to make it faster to type but still have extra characters 😂😂 so deeply ingrained; if you're thinking of numbers in your head is 6 replaced with half dozen there too 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, HALF A DOZEN, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, DOZEN, 13, 14??
Edit: Adding this edit so my entire comments not off topic. I agree, I think this series has become my all time favourite as well! What I love about books is you can really get a feel as to how well philosophised the author is and Brandon gives a lot of greater food for thought than just an exquisite story, world and characters to get lost in.
@@jacobbatchelor7877 lmao! I never even considered writing six.
I got into Sanderson when I finally finished Wheel of Time after giving up around book 11. Stormlight archive is the best of any epic fantasy series I have ever read.
The character development is so good that it's literally the magic system.
So happy to see you again. All hail Brandon Sanderson the Lord ruler.
Just started the WoT series and it's got me completely hooked, so I'm guessing I won't reread the SA anytime soon!
I'm actually counting on your in-depth summaries before RoW comes out!
Keep up the good work!
Hope you enjoy WoT as much as much as I do! it has such a massive following, so no lack of content online I just hope you read fairly quickly since the show comes out soon(ish) ha ha. No shame on taking a breather from WoT to enjoy Sanderson and WoR
Oops meant RoW*
Man your videos are extremely beautiful! Good job!! (And Brandon Sanderson is EPIC)
Thanks man, I appreciate it!! 👍
Thank you for getting me into Brandon Sanderson! The world with stormlight archives is much more bright! Can’t wait for book 4!
Strength before weakness brother, glad your mom is doing better!
Editing is so beautifully done; background music, visuals and the talking is mixed so well. Didn't want the video to end. Loved it !!!
I just started reading Way of Kings and I’m really enjoying it! I’m pretty sure this will slowly become my favorite series soon enough
Your Attention To Detail Is An Aspect to Marvel, Admire, And Master. Wonderful Presentation.
“Once you hit the Sanderson avalanche.” I love that lol
well what do you know, THIS IS THE FINAL PUSH because I ORDERED THE BOOKS and you'll be the FIRST TO HEAR ALL THE THOUGHTS 😎🤩
also the fucking editing in this??? UNMATCHED. EVERY. SINGLE. TIME. JAY??!!
This is extremely well produced. Bravo, sir.
Finished the first book
Its actually the first book i ever finished and the largest.
I never was much of a reader,because most books i "started" reading just bored me to the point where i just stop reading them.
And then came the way of the kings.
This book has influenced me so much,it has helped me keeping my mentality strong during my chemotherapy
Without this book i wouldve probably been in a worse spot and,maybe even worse
Loved this video from start to finish! As a newbie to his works (I only started reading his work this year but have finished Mistborn Era 1 and Warbreaker) I own The Way of Kings and really cannot wait to pick this up in the next couple of months 😊😊
I'll never forget when I picked up Way of Kings for the first time, back when it first came out; it was purely on a lark from Amazon recommendations. I ready the synopsis and thought "wow, that's a pretty clever premise." Understatement of the century. I was hooked from the first page and have devoured Sanderson novels ever since.
A chain of random events, staring with covid, lead me to pick uo TWoK. It was no preknowledge and expections, just like you said, and then Brando Sando's writing explode positively in your face. It is magnificent!
My enthusiasm towards fantasy books has nearly burnt out, especially due to Martin's forever delayed A Song of Ice and Fire series, but Brandon Sanderson made me fall in love with the genre all over again. I'm about 10-12 hours into The Way of Kings and I am genuinely excited to go through the rest of the series. I love the humor, action and his character development. The first chapter introducing Dalinar, Adolin and Renarin Kholin was absolutely amazing.
Ordered the first book. Starting it this week! I read mistborn as a teen and it was incredible
This is my favorite series ever, and you just perfectly articulated why I love it so much.
I just started reading the first book, and I didn't even know there were sequels, and now I'm finding there will be even more books to read :D You just made my day :) Amazing video :)
I'm such a big fan of your work and want to help your Mom get well, but I'm still a student. I'll just watch your videos and not skip ads. Hoping your Mom recovers fully! Thank you for always giving out quality content.
It's rough being a student, I've been there and totally understand that! Even just the thought means a lot to me. Thank you so much, I truly appreciate it!
I just started Way of Kings last night, how fitting. Always love your videos!
Awesome, hope you enjoy it! and thank you!
I have just started the series and I am loving it so much. Prayers for your mom. I hope she is feeling better soon.
Glad you're enjoying the books!! And thank you very much, I really appreciate the prayers!
Recently I been on a reading binge (Due to the qurantine life.) I appreciate the Stormlight Archives due to the unique feel of exploration each book has. From character development, magic system, and Politics. I love how diverse and unique each book gets (To me Words of Radiance, Oathbringer and Way of Kings. are my favorite.)
My buddy introduced me to these books. He got me the first one for my birthday and I was hooked. I am already halfway through the second book and I plan to get the novella and the third book soon. I would very much recommend this series.
That ad transition was smooth as butter
I've been somewhat intimidated from starting Stormlight Archive due to the length, it's in progress status, and overall hype. This video has inspired me to dive right in and I'm looking forward to the journey :)
It's one of the best I've read. Hope you liked it
Bold of you to assume I haven't read The Stormlight Archive even though I am subbed to this channel!
Seriously though, love your video content and I also love reading these awesome books!
Ahahaha glad to hear you love the content and the amazingly epic stormlight archive!
Awesome preview mate.. Halfway through way of kings. Love it
Your videos are always just so excellent. If I wasn't already planning on reading The Stormlight Archive this video would definitely light the fire of my curiosity. Looking forward to picking up The Way of Kings.
Thank you very much :D I hope you enjoy The Way of Kings!
As someone who has read this series and the rest of the Cosmere works several times over, this is a Fantastic video to explain why to read it without spoiling anything. The list of books that move me to tears, make me literally burst out laughing or exclaim wholeheartedly and give me goosebumps is very short and it all happens every time I start this series over. I am currently re-reading the series again for the eighth time and I am still finding new connections that are so subtle they are easy to miss. Every re-read is like reading a new book and one read through is never enough!
No one gonna talk about PERRY HOTTER and Goblin of fire??
Should have been Goblin for hire
Just about to finish the second book in The Kingkiller Chronicle and I'll be starting The Way of Kings next. Looking forward to it! Thanks for the informative video!
Perfect summary and depiction. Fantastic job.
Thank you so much! 😀
I bought the way of kings in Barnes and Noble a month ago and I am about almost three hundred pages in and I love it. I will definitely get the others in the series. Thank you for this video. It made me really understand it. I love your videos, man. You are so insightful and knowledgeable about fantasy books.
Well this is timely. I’m in the middle of my reread to get ready for book four as I watch this. 🙂. Also, love your content.
Same!
I plan to do that after red rising and heroes die
Same! I just finished my reread a few hours ago and I recommend to check out the first 5 chapters of Rythm of War!
@@daniellamunoz8894 im still in the middle of warbreaker on my reread. but i so want to read those fresh chapters
Awesome! Thank you! I'm just starting on a reread of Oathbringer myself 😀
This is a small thing I love about Brandon but he manages to combine the omnipotent view of a third person narrator with the strength of getting in the characters head that a first person narration allows
Already reading it but I'm still going to watch this. I'm in the middle of oathbringer.
Awesome, hope you enjoy the read! and thanks for watching!
@Haku infinite gotta love the sanderlanche
The diagram predicts that you will love this series 🔥
I just started words of radiance. Love it
this video got me into reading for the first real time in my life... changed everything for me I love it
Been there, read that...
Multiple times, and I will continue to reread every time a new installment comes out.
I think the statement is not "you should read the series," but rather you *NEED* to read it because Sanderson is one of the greatest fantasy authors of our time and few books I have ever opened have been able to measure up to the sheer imagination, skill, wit, character development, worlds, and story as that which Sanderson creates.
I have never closed a book by him unsatisfied.
When I first started Booktube i heard about sanderson and decided to buy warbreaker. But before I could read it I ended up starting Mistborn. And 6 or so Sanderson books later (still havent gotten to warbreaker) and Im hooked on Sanderson. Even after starting Mistborn I thought I would NEVER read stormlight, no way I wanted to invest my time into books so big. But after how amazing Mistborn was i had to give what people declared was Sandersons best series a shot.
Love it! Shallan without a doubt one of my favorite characters. She hits all the boxes for me.
I am listening to all the Audiobooks before I get into Rhythms of War. The voice actors are fantastic and add new levels of depth to the characters that you don't fully realize just reading on your own - in my opinion anyway. Cheers!
Thanks for the video! I've just started Words of Radiance, and am planning on binging the rest of the series - at least the first five book arc, when book 5 comes out.
He is seriously good at naming books. I haven't read any of them yet. I think I'll take your advice and start.
I don't think I've ever enjoyed a fantasy series as much as The Stormlight Archive. The combination of a rich and mysterious world that is gradually revealed, convincing and complex characters who develop, and a gripping plot that performs believable twists on the biggest scale, would be hard to beat by anyone. A great video this one too!
i started reading it because a bunch of friends kept suggesting it and talking about it so I gave in and started reading. been hooked ever since
Hello! I am new to fantasy!,most of my adult life I’ve read eclectically, but after dipping my toes in fantasy I find your presentations accessible , intriguing and nonintimidating! Thank you!💯🐾📚🐾
I absolutely love this!
I just finished Mistborn recently, and I’m kinda intimidated by stormlight but am debating wether or not I wanna try it.
Stormlight is Sanderson at his best. Mistborn is really great, but Stormlight is epic, timeless.
Glad you enjoyed!!
The Mistborn books were the first of Sanderson I ever read, and I was in the same position as you after finishing them. I saw how huge the Stormlight Archive books are and was super intimidated, but honestly I'm so happy I decided to pick up The Way of Kings because I ended up enjoying stormlight even more than Mistborn (which is a series I really love). And as big as the books are, they actually read very fast once you become familiar with the world-building and get past some of the set up at the beginning. If you liked Mistborn then you most likely will enjoy stormlight as well!
Captured in Words It will definitely go on my list, if nothing else all your stormlight videos are so epic it has convinced me. 😁
Man you really do amazing videos. I got into SA after your first lore video. Rereading it now. Thank you!!
Thanks man! Glad I could help get you into SA! :)
@@CapturedInWords Thanks a lot! As a fellow reader, SA just changed the game y'know. PS- I found you when Daniel linked that video in his own SA lore video
@@Nxrth2001 It definitely changed the game! Oh that's awesome! That was really kind of Daniel, I hope to do a collab with him sometime in the near future 👍
@@CapturedInWords Oh glad you saw this then. PS, we've spoken before in the SA club over on Caravan :)
I absolutely loved the latest book. The final fights at the end (don’t want to name due to spoilers) were so epic and heartbreaking
Amazing video Jay. I just finished Words of Radiance for the first time a few days ago, and I am loving the series so much. I can’t wait for Oathbringer, and Rhythms of War.
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Thanks! Oh that's awesome, you're in for some VERY epic moments with Oathbringer! Enjoy the read!
I'm so happy for this video! I really need to keep reading! I'm in the first book! AND WHO SKIPS THE INTERLUDES!
Your videos are so well made. You certainly put a lot of effort into these and it shows. I pray your mom recovers soon.
Just finished third read-through of Kingkiller. Feeling lost, without anything good to read. Then I see this video!
Ok, so I'm hearing you say something like: "Start with Warbreaker", and others have said the same i.e. that it gives extra understanding and sizzle to Words Of Radiance. So, tonight I jump in there. Warbreaker! Tonight!
I will surely read all of Brandon Sanderson's works!
Yes The King Of The Cosmere Is Back I’m Hoping Everything Is Going Well At The Current Moment I’m Reading Wheel Of Time Eye Of The World
Why Are You Capitalising Every Word Like This?
DMD I Write Ever Letter With A Capital Because Its An Anxious Habit Makes Me Less Nervous When I Type Online
Your videos are so beautiful, makes me wanting to gulp those books.
No spoilers, but every big Kaladin's moments have me shedding manly tears. Imagine a TV series adaption of The Stromlight Archieve. I would burst into lights.
I’m rereading them right now! Going through Oathbringer for the second time. They are SUCH good books. Better the second time! I’m so so so ready for Rhythm of War 😁
I just re read way of kings via audiobook and agree. So so much better second time around even though I knew what was coming
omg about two days ago i was looking for a video on this books to convince myself too buy the trilogy, we love the timing. thanks for the video 💗💗💗💗💗💗
Oh awesome!! Perfect timing :D
Best book reviewer n greatest editor of all time.. love you man
Just want to say, as a former full-time UA-camr myself...the editing and effects in your video are amazing and I KNOW that they take soo much time and hard work to produce. So thank you sir. I really hope that your channel just explodes in viewership. You truly, truly deserve it. God bless you brother.
Thank you! Video editing is something I'm really passionate about so I put a lot of work into the effects and it feels good to have someone recognize that, I really appreciate it!
@@CapturedInWords my old channel was all about visual effects and live-action videos...and the editing takes insane, tedious hours. I know that life haha. Keep it up :D
I watched this video several months ago, read the series, and wanted to come back and thank you for the recommendation and intro. I hope your mom is well.
Awesome, I'm happy you enjoyed the recommendation! This is one of my all time favorite series
I found it on r/fantasy 's top fantasy series poll. It managed to become my favorite series (Tied with realm of the Elderlings) in a single book. He's easily the best author I've read, (Sorry Robin and Rothfuss) and I hope to meet him one day.
I hope to meet him as well. For now though, I'll content myself with watching his writing lectures that he does at BYU and posts on UA-cam.
This man just brushes over how the Blades cut through souls like new readers won't be taken aback
Your videos are so engaging to watch with the gorgeous editing and the epic music.
Thank you very much!
Been reading it since 2014 I believe. Every book and absolute thriller. Words of Radiance, though; omg, perhaps my favorite fantasy book of all time.
I agree, I feel like Words of Radiance was probably the best out of all of them! Oathbringer also has some super epic moments, but WoR had perfect pacing and was overall more well written
@@CapturedInWords It was the build up. I mean, you were just waiting to see Kaladin become what he truly is in front of everyone and have his moment. For instance, even though I still like Adolin, he always kinda looked down on Kaladin. If he k new just how powerful Kaladin was, he never would, lol. Just a great book. Oathbringer, I feel, keeps things moving but I'm looking forward not to the next entry but for Szeth's book.
I am so enthralled with Brandon’s books
Same here!
Prayers for your mother. God bless
I still remember when I read The Final Empire. When I got to that part where Kelsier faces an inquisitor I said: HELL THIS AUTHOR IS BRILLIANT!!!!
Incredible video Jay! So timely because it is a Stormlight year, this is such a good way to introduce the Stormlight Archive to someone who is thinking about reading it, also a good non spoiler video. I agree it is a good series to re read and appreciate even more, I am making my way through it again before Rhythm of War and am on to Words of Radiance. This is my third time reading this book, and it is just as good as I remember it.
What a great breakdown of The Stormlight Archive! I'm right smack in the middle of The Way of Kings - loving it, obviously - and your video really helped me understand the larger context of the series. Can't wait to read more Sanderson. Thank You.
Really wishing the best for you and your family.
Thank you for this video! I am actually trying to start reading it again for the third time .... first two times I really struggled but I am interested because I only hear good things about this series and I adored Mistborn trilogy so I hope I will get emotionally invested in this at one point!
After reading the first two books I can say that I am glad the books are so huge
I don't want to run out of pages to read
Just subscribed. Came across your channel from the video you did with Daniel Greene.
Very good content and quality videos - thank you
Sorry to hear about your mom. I hope she gets well.
Great video!! I read The Way of Kings about 2 years ago with the intention of plowing right through all three books (at the time). However, me being the compulsive book-buyer, I get sucked into so many other books and I never continued with The Stormlight Archive. Until now. I started re-reading The Way of Kings and I am not faltering this time around!
To touch on a point which you made about how intimidating this series (as well as any other book I like to call "will kill if thrown" books😊). I found a remedy many years ago to work around looking at a book or series as intimidating or daunting. Instead of looking at the book as a whole, think of it in smaller sections if you will. Basically, take the total number of pages in said book and divide it by 31 (the average amount of days in a month). This would give you the number of pages you would need to read to finish said book in one month. For example, the edition I own of TWOK is 1007 pages, so I would then need to read about 32 pages a day to finish in one month. That is totally doable, and it really helps with easing the mind! Of course, by no means, don't stop at that page count per day if you wish! It's just a very good guideline to lessen the intimidation factor!
Keep up the great work!! I love your channel and content!!! Happy reading!!!