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Return to the Realm
by Return to the Realm Podcast
A re-readers podcast for Robin Hobb's Realm of the Elderlings series! New episodes go up on Mondays @ 12 CDT. SPOILERS ALL!
Episodes
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Return to the Realm Episode #39: Ship of Destiny Chapters 9 - 13
In this episode, Kayiu, Leah, and Alex pick up a new ship (the metaphorical kind) in Grag and Ekke, begrudgingly respect Bolt's philosophy even as they hate what she's doing to Wintrow and Etta, and go feral for Brashen admitting his love for Althea! What is Return to the Realm? Return to the…
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Return to the Realm Episode #38: Ship of Destiny Chapter 5- 8
In this episode, Kayiu, Leah, and Alex continue tracking the increasing clues about Amber's true identity, meet Vivacia's draconic successor Bolt, and pray for better time for Malta and Serilla. (Even as they're extensively frustrated with Serilla's current handling of Bingtown!) What is Return…
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Return to the Realm Episode #37: Ship of Destiny Prologue - Chapter 4
In this episode, Kayiu, Leah, and Alex, set sail on the Ship of Destiny, beginning to sympathize with Tantaglia, spending entirely too long talking about Wintrow's sausage fingers, and becoming Sterb stans! (What, you don't remember Sterb, the most important RotE character?) What is Return to the...
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Return to the Realm Episode #35: Mad Ship Chapters 35 - Epilogue
In the final episode for Mad Ship, Kayiu, Leah, and Alex rejoice in the culmination of Malta's character development and board the Reyn&Malta ship, despite Reyn's melodrama, embrace the fantasy tropes with the heroic release of Tintaglia and the return of dragons to the world, and in classic…
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Return to the Realm Episode #35: Mad Ship Chapters 30 - 34
In this penultimate episode for Mad Ship, Kayiu, Leah, and Alex are proud of Malta for coming into her own while at the same time lamenting the harrowing circumstances that continue to force her to grow up, pick apart and analyze a treasure trove of interactions between Kennit and the Charm, and...
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Return to the Realm Episode #34: Mad Ship Chapters 25 - 29
In this episode, Kayiu, Leah, and Alex, delight in picking apart more hints about Amber and Paragons' true identities, are disappointed by Vivacia falling for Kennit while rooting for Etta's character development, and hover with anticipation as our delegation from Jamilla finally arrives in...
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Return to the Realm Episode #33: Mad Ship Chapters 20 - 24
Hey y'all! We took a bit of an extended break for the holidays, but we're back for the new year better than ever, with a backlog of episodes we're super excited to share with y'all! In this episode, Kayiu, Leah, and Alex, relate to Wintrow as they can do nothing but watch as Vivacia falls for...
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Return to the Realm Episode #32: Mad Ship Chapters 15 - 19
IMPORTANT NOTE: Hey guys! This is Kayiu - while we were filming this episode a few weeks ago, I was in the middle of moving houses, which is why there's no facecam for me this episode. Also, while moving, I lost a hard drive with the audio files for this episode, so I've had to try and recover it...
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Return to the Realm Episode #31: Mad Ship Chapters 10 - 14
In this episode, Kayiu, Leah, and Alex experience a combination of dread and excitement, as characters and event begin to converge... but in ways that aren't so great for our heroes and for Bingtown as a whole. Althea's home, but Ronica, Keffria, and Malta aren't too happy about her decision to…
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Return to the Realm Episode #30: Mad Ship Chapters 5 - 9
In this episode, Kayiu, Leah, and Alex do an Ophelia and ship Grag and Althea, continue to be frustrated by Ronica's hypocrisy and Davad's incompetence, and pull back the curtain on what's going on in Jamaillia. What is Return to the Realm? Return to the Realm is a re-readers podcast for Robin...
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Return to the Realm Episode #29: Mad Ship Prologue - Chapter 4
In this episode, Kayiu, Leah, and Alex continue to alternate between flaming Wintrow and feeling sorry for him, explore Elderling ruins and the portrayal of the Rain Wilders between books, and spend entirely too long discussing what Kennit's leg looks like and why it's a sausage. What is Return…
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Return to the Realm Episode #28: Ship of Magic Chapters 33 - Epilogue
In this final episode of their Ship of Magic journey, Kayiu, Leah, and Alex rejoice in Torg's death and the downfall of Kyle, are proud of Wintrow for the courage he's gained just as they're worried for his reunion with Vivacia, rejoice in Althea finding her path just as they worry for Brashen...
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Return to the Realm Episode #27: Ship of Magic Chapters 29 - 32
In this episode Kayiu, Leah, and Alex experience EVERYTHING IMPORTANT IN THE BOOK GOING DOWN AT ONCE! Vivacia is on the brink of remembering something important about her past, but before she can grapple with that, she's loaded with slaves and sailed straight into a storm... where the pirate…
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Return to the Realm Episode #26: Ship of Magic Chapters 24 - 28
In this episode Kayiu, Leah, and Alex get the first meeting between the members of their favorite couple in the trilogy, only to immediately get the whiplash of having to deal with fallout of Brashen and Althea's tryst in the very next chapter. Things don't get much better over the next few...
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Return to the Realm Episode #25: Ship of Magic Chapters 19 - 23
In this episode Kayiu, Leah, and Alex are happy that Althea and Brashen finally get it on, but are disappointed by how much of a Dude (derogatory) Brashen acts like; are sad at the loss of Wintrow's finger, but rejoice in in how he stand up for himself and begins self-actualizing; and continue to...
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Return to the Realm Episode #24: Ship of Magic Chapters 15 - 18
In this episode Kayiu, Leah, and Alex wish Wintrow was less of a square, but also wish he was surrounded by smarter and kinder people, begin to feel for Keffria and rejoice at her character development, and analyze the generational impact of Ronica's parenting on the Vestrit family and the...
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Return to the Realm Episode #23: Ship of Magic Chapters 10 - 14
Hey guys! We lost our original audio for this episode, so if we sound a little quieter/jankier than usual, that'd be why! In this episode Kayiu, Leah, and Alex shift the focus of their ire to Ronica and Keffria for the time being, fangirl over Amber's first words, pick apart some juicy...
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Return to the Realm Episode #22: Ship of Magic Chapters 5 - 9
In this episode Kayiu, Leah, and Alex are united in their continued bashing of Kyle and Ronica, destress by having a Brashen Appreciation Party, analyze the flaws of the Vestrit family and parallels between its members, and pick apart some of the juicy foreshadowing for events and character...
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Return to the Realm Episode #21: Ship of Magic Chapters Prologue - 4
In this episode Kayiu, Leah, and Alex get a head start on hating Kyle, are annoyed at the myopia of Every Single One of our POV characters, discuss parallels between Kennit and Fitz, and though they miss the latter, get Unreasonably Excited for what lies ahead in the rest of the trilogy! What is...
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Return to the Realm Episode #20: Assassin's Quest Chapters 36 - Epilogue
Hey y'all! The audio on this episode is quieter/lower than usual since we lost our primary audio, so I had to use our backups. Turn your volume all the way up if you're having difficulty hearing us! In this episode Kayiu, Leah, and Alex , celebrate Verity's victory even as they mourn his "death",...
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Return to the Realm Episode #19: Assassin's Quest Chapters 31 - 35
Hey y'all! The audio on this episode is quieter/lower than usual since we lost our primary audio, so I had to use our backups. Turn your volume all the way up if you're having difficulty hearing us! In this episode Kayiu, Leah, and Alex fret over the Fool's possession, ruminate on the…
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Return to the Realm Episode #18: Assassin's Quest Chapters 26 - 30
Hey y'all! The audio on this episode is quieter/lower than usual since we lost our primary audio, so I had to use our backups. Turn your volume all the way up if you're having difficulty hearing us! These audio issues are also why we took an impromptu hiatus from releasing episodes, but never…
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Return to the Realm Episode #17: Assassin's Quest Chapters 21 - 25
In this episode Kayiu, Leah, and Alex delight in the return of the Fool's wit, are disappointed in Fitz's lies but giggle at him when he's high, and finally get to see the gang embark on their titular Quest! What is Return to the Realm? Return to the Realm is a re-readers podcast for Robin Hobb's...
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Return to the Realm Episode #16: Assassin's Quest Chapters 16 - 20
In this episode Kayiu, Leah, and Alex mercilessly shade Starling, appreciate Nighteyes' chaacter development, are impressed by a lone example of Fitz's badassery, and finally excitedly discuss the return of the most important character in the series! What is Return to the Realm? Return to the…
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Return to the Realm Episode #15: Assassin's Quest Chapters 11-15
In this episode Kayiu, Leah, and Alex roll their eyes over Starling' being dumb, debate Fitz and co's astrological signs, gush over Small Ferret, and rejoice over Nighteyes' return! What is Return to the Realm? Return to the Realm is a re-readers podcast for Robin Hobb's Realm of the Elderlings...
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Return to the Realm Episode #14: Assassin's Quest Chapters 6-10
[SPOILERS FOR ALL REALM OF THE ELDERLINGS BOOKS] In this episode Kayiu, Leah, and Alex chat Fitz's love life, our beliefs/biases coming into this read, and gush over Patience (as usual). What is Return to the Realm? Return to the Realm is a re-readers podcast for Robin Hobb's Realm of the...
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Return to the Realm Episode #13 Assassin's Quest Prologue-Chapter 5 [Spoilers All!]
[SPOILERS FOR ALL REALM OF THE ELDERLING BOOKS] In this episode, Kayiu, Leah, and Alex add #CelerityWatch and #DragonWatch to the ever-growing list of things we're tracking, painfully follow Fitz's return to being human, and stop feeling sorry for him real quick as he parts ways with Burrich &...
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Return to the Realm Episode #12 Royal Assassin Chapters 27-Epilogue [Spoilers All!]
[SPOILERS FOR ALL REALM OF THE ELDERLING BOOKS] In this episode, Kayiu, Leah, and Alex see Fitz spread his trust and relationships thin, try and fail to hurriedly gloss over Fitz's torture and self-caused downfall, and are reminded of an important piece of wisdom: Wolves have no kings. What is...
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Return to the Realm Episode #11 Royal Assassin Chapters 22-26 [Spoilers All!]
[SPOILERS FOR ALL REALM OF THE ELDERLING BOOKS] In this episode, Kayiu, Leah, and Alex rejoice in the return of Nighteyes & Burrich, continue to be impressed by Kettricken's badassery in the face of constant hardship, and dread the coming storm that is the end of this book. What is Return to the...
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Return to the Realm Episode #10 Royal Assassin Chapters 17-21 [Spoilers All!]
[SPOILERS FOR ALL REALM OF THE ELDERLING BOOKS] In this episode, Kayiu, Leah, and Alex dread Verity leaving, discuss royal heirs, and peak ahead at the chaos to come as we near the end of Royal Assassin. What is Return to the Realm? Return to the Realm is a re-readers podcast for Robin Hobb's…
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Return to the Realm Episode #9 Royal Assassin Chapters 14-17 [Spoiler All]
[SPOILERS FOR ALL REALM OF THE ELDERLING BOOKS] In this episode, Kayiu, Leah, and Alex plan a ship making live stream/feast, discuss Burrich's love life, and marvel at how imperceptive Fitz can be. The Realm of the Elderlings tea Alex mentioned can be found here:...
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Return to the Realm Episode #8 Royal Assassin Chapters 10-14 [Spoilers All!]
[SPOILERS FOR ALL REALM OF THE ELDERLING BOOKS] In this episode, Kayiu, Leah, and Alex chat teen dramatics regarding Fitz, try to decipher the Fool's song, and try to remind Fitz that he is in fact not alone, unlovable, nor ugly. What is Return to the Realm? Return to the Realm is a re-readers...
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Return to the Realm Episode #7: Royal Assassin Chapters 4-9 [SPOILERS ALL]
SPOILERS FOR ALL REALM OF THE ELDERLING BOOKS! In this episode, Kayiu, Leah, and Alex gush over the long awaited return of Nighteyes, shiver through the winter at Buckkeep, and wonder why Kettricken still trusts Regal. What is Return to the Realm? Return to the Realm is a re-readers podcast for...
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Episode 6: Royal Assassin Prologue - Chapter 4
In this episode, Kayiu, Leah, and Alex see Fitz grapple with the transition from boyhood to manhood and the responsibilities that come with it, ruminate on the change in Burrich and Fitz's dynamic, want better things for Molly ...and as an added bonus, get a little sneak peek at their upcoming...
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Episode 5: Assassin's Apprentice Chapters 20-Epilogue
In this episode, Kayiu, Leah, and Alex plan a move to Jhaampe, get insight into the core of Regal's character, and for the second week in a row have to say goodbye to a furry friend. What is Return to the Realm? Return to the Realm is a re-readers podcast for Robin Hobb's Realm of the Elderlings...
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Episode 4: Assassin's Apprentice Chapters 15-19
In this episode, Kayiu, Leah, and Alex see Fitz hit rock bottom and keep going, wish that the adults in this series knew how to handle children and kingdoms, and mourn the first of a few doggy deaths to come. What is Return to the Realm? Return to the Realm is a re-readers podcast for Robin…
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Episode 3: Assassin's Apprentice Chapters 11-14
In this episode, Kayiu, Leah, and Alex shade the monarchy, meet the characters who love and hate Fitz the most, and want better things for Patience! What is Return to the Realm? Return to the Realm is a re-readers podcast for Robin Hobb's Realm of the Elderlings series, exploring the series from...
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Episode 2: Assassin's Apprentice Chapters 5-10
In this episode, Kayiu, Leah, and Alex explore the roots of Fitz's trust issues, observe the first of many prophecies come to pass, and meet the antagonists and central conflict for this trilogy! What is Return to the Realm? Return to the Realm is a re-readers podcast for Robin Hobb's Realm of…
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Episode 1: Assassin's Apprentice Chapters 1-4
What is Return to the Realm? Return to the Realm is a re-readers podcast for Robin Hobb's Realm of the Elderlings series, exploring the series from the very first book but making reference to any & all of the fifteen that follow! In this episode, Kayiu, Leah, and Alex meet the main members of the...
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Episode 0: Meet the Readers!
What is Return to the Realm? Return to the Realm is a re-readers podcast for Robin Hobb's Realm of the Elderlings series, exploring the series from the very first book but making reference to any & all of the fifteen that follow! In this introductory episode, Kayiu, Leah, and Alex introduce...
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