I'm in love with this universe already! The mix of magic weapons and man-made weapons in a modern world is striking.
I love the way you describe Merlin and his magic - his ability to reach for it; to feed it into his vision; the way it feels when Merlin just wakes up "numb and sluggish" before it starts "prickling at him, like the pins and needles sensation of a foot that's fallen asleep"; and the Dragonlord's language seeming as "instinctive as breathing". It's gorgeous!
Oh, I just ache for Hunith, too. The idea of her keeping Balinor's photo on the mantle and dusting it every Sunday, and still reading his letter, all the while he's alive it just heartbreaking. Especially since she's taking care of Merlin and fearing for his safety.
Balinor's struggle to protect his family is heartbreaking, too. Living alone for 29 years knowing there are people out there who love you, but you are not able to even contact them is a difficult thing to stomach. I loved when he stood tall when confronted by Uther in the cell, even if it almost cost him his life.
And Merlin's excitement over his flight experiences is so charming. I'm proud of him for refusing to shoot even as he has been forced into the army.
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Date: 2012-01-02 04:35 am (UTC)I love the way you describe Merlin and his magic - his ability to reach for it; to feed it into his vision; the way it feels when Merlin just wakes up "numb and sluggish" before it starts "prickling at him, like the pins and needles sensation of a foot that's fallen asleep"; and the Dragonlord's language seeming as "instinctive as breathing". It's gorgeous!
Oh, I just ache for Hunith, too. The idea of her keeping Balinor's photo on the mantle and dusting it every Sunday, and still reading his letter, all the while he's alive it just heartbreaking. Especially since she's taking care of Merlin and fearing for his safety.
Balinor's struggle to protect his family is heartbreaking, too. Living alone for 29 years knowing there are people out there who love you, but you are not able to even contact them is a difficult thing to stomach. I loved when he stood tall when confronted by Uther in the cell, even if it almost cost him his life.
And Merlin's excitement over his flight experiences is so charming. I'm proud of him for refusing to shoot even as he has been forced into the army.
Excited to read the rest! :D