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The False Dragons

Aled L, Andrew O & Mike L

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A spoiler free podcast, that follows 3 first time readers on their journey through the Wheel of Time book series. This is a light hearted take on the series. We joke, drink beers and trade banter as we have discussions on where we find humour and insight within the story and wrestle with our own theories on where we think the journey will take us. This podcast is perfect for a first time reader that wants to follow along with us, or a seasoned veteran of the series that enjoys listening to n ...
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Well this is a divisive chapter, Aled was really looking forward to reviewing it but Andrew absolutely hated it. He felt too much was repeated and nothing new was introduced, I'm getting the feeling he really craves action. Some interesting plot points are mentioned, or reinforced, but little of anything new. Aled is onboard, unfortunately Andrew i…
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Rands back in the Queens Blessing and nobody believes his crazy stories, honestly this guy would make the best liar because his real life is just too insane to believe. The rest of the gang turns up and Mat has a serious problem, can Moiraine save him? Also, Andrew wants to know "What's up with the cats?!" Current book positions: - Andrew. Eye of t…
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We're introduced to some new characters in this episode, will they play a major role in the story going forward? Andrew certainly thinks so, however he finds it hard to get onboard with royalty so he might struggle to warm up to them. Current book positions: - Andrew. Eye of the World, chapter 40 - Aled. Winters Heart, chapter 14 - Mike. Winter's H…
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We're back after a bit of an unplanned break and so are Rand and Mat. The day we've all been waiting for has arrived and Logain is being escorted through Caemlyn. However all is not well in the city as it seems to be tense and is someone with bad intentions hunting Rand? Current book positions: - Andrew. Eye of the World, chapter 39 - Aled. Winters…
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Help comes for Perrin and Egwene and we enjoy seeing Lan in action. We discuss Byars intentions and how much of a douche he is. Moiraine demonstrates how quick she is to ditch Nyneave and how competant are the Aes Sedai really? Current book positions: - Andrew. Eye of the World, chapter 38 - Aled. Path of Daggers, chapter 26 - Mike. Crown of Swords…
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A short chapter but lots to think about! We ponder the coins that Moiraine gave out and how they work before following Nyneave on her attempts to help free Perrin and Egwene and find humor in the similarities to Metal Gear Solid. We discuss the One Power and it's potential uses. What implications does this have for The Dragon Reborn? Andrew has som…
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Andrew continues his read through of The Eye of the World, the first book in The Wheel of Time series. We meet the best character of the whole series, Based Loial. We get a massive exposition dump the Pattern, Groves, The Exile, Stone, Ta'veren. So much information to process and we do our best to work through it and make sense of it. We also get a…
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Andrew continues his read through of The Eye of the World, the first book in The Wheel of Time series. Rand and Mat finally arrive in Caemlyn! Andrew joins team End Mat as his morose negativity begins to wear him down. We discuss the choices the boys make as they arrive and are pleasantly surprised that they don't seem completely stupid. Finally we…
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Andrew continues his read through of The Eye of the World, the first book in The Wheel of Time series. Rand and Mat are nearing the end of their journey to Caemlyn. We discuss the family history of queen Morgase and the expectation for daughter-heirs to go to Tar Valon for training. We discuss the nature of the One Power and it's relation to the wo…
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Andrew continues his read through of The Eye of the World, the first book in The Wheel of Time series. Things have gone from bad to worse for our budding heroes as they are hunted by Darkfriends every step of the way. Andrew has a realization that makes him rethink he thoughts in the last episode. We discuss how the Dark One isn't sending is best o…
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Andrew continues his read through of The Eye of the World, the first book in The Wheel of Time series. Rand and Mat seem to have found their stride as they continue their way to Caemlyn however, they are about to learn a very important lesson. Never trust a thin innkeeper. Andrew struggles with the loss of Thom Merrilin and gives us some more theor…
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Andrew continues his read through of The Eye of the World, the first book in The Wheel of Time series. We follow Rand and Mat as they make their way to Caemlyn. Andrew lets us into how he thinks the Dark One is infulencing the world and Rand and we meet the most dangerous character so far: Else Grinwell. Current book positions: - Andrew. Eye of the…
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Andrew continues his read through of The Eye of the World, the first book in The Wheel of Time series. Perrin fully embraces his wolfbrother and we finally get a little action. This is the first time we get to meet the Children of the Light up close and personally, we don't like them. Current book positions: - Andrew. Eye of the World, chapter 30 -…
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Andrew continues his read through of The Eye of the World, the first book in The Wheel of Time series. Perrin, Egwene and Elyas are hunted across the open land as they make their journey to Caemlyn, but what is hunting them? Andrew is intrigued by the Stedding. Current book positions: - Andrew. Eye of the World, chapter 29 - Aled. Crown of Swords, …
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Andrew continues his read through of The Eye of the World, the first book in The Wheel of Time series. We delve into Nynaeve's psyche and discuss her outward confidence vs her inward self doubt, Andrew asks questions about where Lan gets his sense of the world around him. Does Lan use the One Power? Andrew asks some questions about character growth…
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Andrew continues his read through of The Eye of the World, the first book in The Wheel of Time series. We dive into Perrins mentality as the Tinkers prevent him from moving on to Caemlyn and how seductive The Way of the Leaf must be. We discuss Perrins dream and how the wolves seem to be at least partially protecting Perrin. We also throw in some j…
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Andrew continues his read through of The Eye of the World, the first book in The Wheel of Time series. In this episode Rand, Mat and Thom make it to Whitebridge but quickly find out they are still being hunted! We discuss the false dragon Logain and Andrew speculates on whether the Aes Sedai are as benevolent as they would like to appear. Finally w…
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Andrew continues his read through of The Eye of the World, the first book in The Wheel of Time series. Perrin and Egwene come across the Tinkers. Andrew is sceptical about their pacifism. We discuss Perrins further integration with the wolf pack and what effect this is having on his dreams. Aled relives some childhood trauma, thanks to Aram. Finall…
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Andrew continues his read through of The Eye of the World, the first book in The Wheel of Time series. Finally we jump back to Rand and Mat as they escape down the Arinelle with Thom on Captains Domon's boat, The Spray. We're treated to a fantastic dream sequence with the Dark One and Rand goes a little crazy. We further absolve Mat of any blame fo…
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Andrew continues his read through of The Eye of the World, the first book in The Wheel of Time series. We cover 2 chapters in this episode as we jump back to another Perrin POV. We follow Perrin and Egwene as they make some tough choices and eventually come across a strange looking Wildman. Do Elyas and his friends know something about Perrin?? Cur…
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Andrew continues his read through of The Eye of the World, the first book in The Wheel of Time series. We are excited to read our first PoV chapter as Nynaeve and we find her nothing short of impressive! We LOVE her pettiness as well as her confidence and find her a breath of fresh air compared to the rest of the cast and get into some predictions …
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Andrew continues his read through of The Eye of the World, the first book in The Wheel of Time series. The party are split and we get our first look at a different PoV as Perrin considers his options, Rand gets his first opportunity at leadership and fails immediately. Andrew is not impressed with the Dark Ones implementation of moral and disciplin…
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Andrew continues his read through of The Eye of the World, the first book in The Wheel of Time series. In this episode we discuss Mats new best buddy, the aptly named, Mordeth and his desire for treasure. Andrew opines further on magic and the relationship between Mordeth and the Dark One. Finally we conclude that everything that happened in this c…
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Andrew continues his read through of The Eye of the World, the first book in The Wheel of Time series. We dive into chapter 18, The Caemlyn Road. We discuss the not so subtle hints being dropped about Lan, how many Trollocs make a Fist? We have a great battle and get some more firey magic out of Moiraine. Current book positions: - Andrew. Eye of th…
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Andrew continues his read through of The Eye of the World, the first book in The Wheel of Time series. We dive into chapter 17, Watchers and Hunters, while getting to grips with some upgrades to our audio equipment. In this episode we rejoin the party in The Stag and Lion inn, we discuss Rands annoying habit of freezing up when faced with any dange…
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Andrew continues his read through of The Eye of the World, the first book in The Wheel of Time series. We dive into chapter 16, The Wisdom. In this episode we meet someone even more fearsome than The Dark One and we discuss the Womans Circle of the Two Rivers. Are they the Illuminati? Current book positions: - Andrew. Eye of the World, chapter 16 -…
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Andrew continues his read through of The Eye of the World, the first book in The Wheel of Time series. We dive into chapter 15, Strangers and Friends. In this episode we discuss Rands inability to keep his mouth shut and his strange decision to trust the most obviously untrustworthy people. Should the boys trust Moiraine with their secrets or Thom?…
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Andrew continues his read through of The Eye of the World, the first book in The Wheel of Time series. We dive into chapter 14, The Stag and Lion. In this episode we discuss Mats inability to keep his mouth shut and take a hint, the groups attitudes towards public nakedness and their random sleeping organization. We settle on our 'head voices' goin…
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Andrew continues his read through of The Eye of the World, the first book in The Wheel of Time series. We dive into chapters 12 and 13, Across the Taren and Choices. We delve deeply into Rands current mental state as he struggles with his choice to leave the Two Rivers with Moiraine and how this journey seems to be putting him on different paths to…
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Andrew continues his read through of The Eye of the World, the first book in The Wheel of Time series. We dive into chapters 10 and 11, Leave Taking and The Road to Taren Ferry. The party set out on their journey to Tar Valon and a couple of surprising new members come along for the ride. Andrew gives his opinions on the Wheel and Pattern as a lite…
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Andrew continues his read through of The Eye of the World, the first book in The Wheel of Time series. We dive into chapters 8 and 9, A Place of Safety and Tellings of the Wheel. We discuss the topic of seduction, Rand say his goodbyes to his father Tam and learn the story of Manetherens last stand against the Trolloc armies and the Aeomons bitter …
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!! WARNING !! I completely messed up the audio when recording by thinking I was clever and using a noise gate, it DID NOT work as I thought it would. If you make it through this episode, you are a true Child of the Light. Andrew continues his read through of The Eye of the World, the first book in The Wheel of Time series. We discuss the chapters 6…
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In this episode of The False Dragons, Andrew is introduced to the peddler Padan Fain and the gleeman Thom Merrilin. The two contacts to the outside world for the folks of the Two Rivers. We tackle chapters 3, 4 and 5 of the Eye of the World, the first book in the Wheel of Time series. We debate the similarities and differences between the gleeman a…
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# Disclaimer # This episode was an experiment, the audio quality and post production improve dramatically over the following few episodes. In this first episode Andrew is introduced to the series for the first time. We discuss the prologue and the first 2 chapters of the book, the themes contained in them and the world as it is presented to us thro…
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