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The Sage |
Posted - 23 Jun 2006 : 15:05:11 Well, it's been over six months since I experienced some "holiday difficulties" just before Christmas, which prevented my family and I from journeying east on a holiday.
But I've now put the final touches to my new travel plans. As it stands... we'll be leaving some time toward the end of THIS coming weekend.
What this means is... my time here will likely drop off considerably over the next two days. I'm not really sure on when we'll be back... we're looking to have one-to-two weeks off in total visiting relatives, going to Sydney-based events (Dargoth, let me know whether you'll be visiting the Sydney CBD at any point next week and we'll try and meet up) and the like... so it really depends on how long that'll all take.
-- Before I go however, in about 24 hours or so... I need some suggestions for FR reading material on the plane. The Lady K usually sleeps while travelling by aircraft, and I imagine little Narnra will also sleep as well. So, that leaves me with some quality reading time.
Choices for FR novels include:- Bladesinger, Whisper of Waves and The Thousand Orcs.
Suggestions?
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The Sage |
Posted - 07 Jul 2006 : 10:36:05 quote: Originally posted by D-brane
So wait, is this the same Sage as the one at WotC?
I thought he was Andy Collins - you know, the Sage from "SAGE ADVICE" in DRAGON Magazine? He always seems to be answering questions over there as well.
I'm confused.
No, I'm not Andy Collins.
My username... "The Sage" derives from my longest running FR NPC -- Rastromo Meradoc, otherwise known as the Sage of Perth.
And while I do answer a lot of questions, you'll notice they are almost always relating to the Realmslore.
I apologise if there was any confusion.
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D-brane |
Posted - 25 Jun 2006 : 06:44:06 You're right.
I've not seen him answer any rule questions.
Thanks Wooly Rupert.
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Wooly Rupert |
Posted - 25 Jun 2006 : 04:27:08 Our Sage is not Andy Collins. He does know his Realmslore, though. |
D-brane |
Posted - 25 Jun 2006 : 02:22:59 So wait, is this the same Sage as the one at WotC?
I thought he was Andy Collins - you know, the Sage from "SAGE ADVICE" in DRAGON Magazine? He always seems to be answering questions over there as well.
I'm confused.
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Alaundo |
Posted - 24 Jun 2006 : 09:55:18 quote: Originally posted by The Sage
Okay, that's it from me. And, I appreciate the suggestions for novels fellow scribes.
I'll see you all again, soon.
-- Oh, and don't forget to behave yourselves for Kuje, Wooly and Arkhaedun .
Oh, so they can misbehave for me, can they Sage?
Enjoy thy trip |
The Sage |
Posted - 24 Jun 2006 : 08:47:53 Okay, that's it from me. And, I appreciate the suggestions for novels fellow scribes.
I'll see you all again, soon.
-- Oh, and don't forget to behave yourselves for Kuje, Wooly and Arkhaedun .
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Dhomal |
Posted - 24 Jun 2006 : 04:10:17 quote: Originally posted by Dargoth
Ill definately be going in one day next week (ive got to pick up my copy of Final Gate at Galaxy bookstore)
Hello-
Well - enjoy your time! Hopefully - there will be plenty to read when you get back too! :))
And Dargoth - I have to say I've been IN the Galaxy bookstore in Sydney while I was there for work in '01. I rather liked their bag-check system. Alfred Bester for me IIRC. :)
Dhomal |
Shadovar |
Posted - 24 Jun 2006 : 02:42:19 I d'say that the Thousand Orcs and Whisper of Waves would make a good read while traveling, they help kill boredom. And by the way, happy traveling. |
Rinonalyrna Fathomlin |
Posted - 24 Jun 2006 : 01:55:25 The only book I haven't read is Bladesinger (are you willing to take new suggestions?). I did think Whisper of Waves was very well written and interesting, even though I didn't like the protagonist.
And have a fun trip. |
The Sage |
Posted - 24 Jun 2006 : 01:44:33 I'm tempted by The Thousands Orcs... but I'm still running off WotSQ in terms of "drow-ness".
Bladesigner looks to be the next best option.
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Wandering_mage |
Posted - 23 Jun 2006 : 22:11:16 Have a good trip Sage. I always like reading the FR classics from time to time. Just to brush up on my knowledge and because I know it will be a good read. |
Kajehase |
Posted - 23 Jun 2006 : 18:44:30 quote: Originally posted by The Sage
quote: Originally posted by GothicDan
Can them all and read something by Ed or Elaine again. ;)
Somehow, I knew you were going to say something like that .
-- I was thinking about The Magehound actually. It has been quite some time since I last read "Counselors and Kings".
How about Windwalker, and then Bladesinger? For the Rashemien-connection. |
scererar |
Posted - 23 Jun 2006 : 17:59:24 Thousand orc's is a good read and would be my vote. good luck trying to read with a little one, mine always seem to stay awake on a plane....just until it is about time to land |
Chyron |
Posted - 23 Jun 2006 : 17:48:57 Have a good trip Sage. I would recommend The Thousand Orcs...simply because I like Obould and the way he is reshaping the politcal geography of the North. |
Alaundo |
Posted - 23 Jun 2006 : 16:52:55 Fare thee well, Sage. Enjoy thy travels beyond the walls of Candlekeep.
As for a tome from the list, I recommend Bladesinger Of course, i'm sure there are many others ye could take also to help get through thy backlog |
The Sage |
Posted - 23 Jun 2006 : 16:39:57 quote: Originally posted by GothicDan
Can them all and read something by Ed or Elaine again. ;)
Somehow, I knew you were going to say something like that .
-- I was thinking about The Magehound actually. It has been quite some time since I last read "Counselors and Kings".
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GothicDan |
Posted - 23 Jun 2006 : 16:34:47 Good luck, Sage! :)
As for novels? Err...
Can them all and read something by Ed or Elaine again. ;) |
Ergdusch |
Posted - 23 Jun 2006 : 16:06:42 Well, to start with, enjoy the holidays. I assume there will be quite some celebration in Sydney with the "Ausi's" in the final round of the soccer world cup and all. However, regarding your question, I am reading 1ooo Orcs right now and I like it from first page. Very intriguing, to say the least.
So, again, enjoy the trip, the good read (no matter which book) and a save return.
Ergdusch |
Kajehase |
Posted - 23 Jun 2006 : 15:47:09 I've only read Whisper of Waves, and I wouldn't recommend it, but then again - I seem to a bit cranky in terms of the FR-novels lately.
If you were to delay the trip for three days I might come back with an opinion on Bladesinger, though, but...I guess that'd be silly of you |
Dargoth |
Posted - 23 Jun 2006 : 15:44:44 Ill definately be going in one day next week (ive got to pick up my copy of Final Gate at Galaxy bookstore) |
Jorkens |
Posted - 23 Jun 2006 : 15:31:52 I have dropped a little of when it comes to the newer realms novels, so all I can say is have a nice holiday. |