I feel like I've been transported to a world where R.A. Salvatore never existed.
The Wheel of Time
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It’s morbid but George needs to kick the bucket like Jordan did before it gets finished.
So... I got sucked in hard and finished reading/listening to the series in it's entirety in 2 months. Oops. Let's just say I didn't do much but read during any free time I had in that span. Anyway, I really really liked it. It'll be fun to see it brought to life on screen.
Yeah, half of reviewing anymore seems to be whether the messaging is correct, or some other nonsense. Has little to do with how entertaining something is.
The guy has written one book in 20 years. If he’s that precious about it I’m sorry he’s an *******.
I'm a little jealous of those that picked it up later and got to finish it without waiting for new books to arrive. I got into the series right around the time Book 9 released on hardback. I saw a co-worker reading it and he talked me into them. After tearing through the first 3 or 4 in a short time, he warned me to slow down as 9 was not the end of the series and they weren't sure how many more there would be. What would follow would be a 12+ year journey of anticipation of new books, the feeling of dismay at hearing Jordan had died, the renewed hope when it was announced Sanderson would finish the series, and the final culmination upon finishing A Memory of Light.
Watched the first episode... it's pretty good! I'd definitely recommend it. Great locations and I like the cast. Main character kind of looks like Hayden Christensen from the Star Wars prequels, I literally can't get it out of my mind. Trollocs look good too which is pretty tough.
loved the book series - enjoyed the first series and yeah there is a strong Hayden Christensen vibe going on there. I'll try not to hold it against him lol.
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Just finished episode 3 with the wife (knows nothing about it and doesn't like any series/movie not based in present day). She is actually really engaged and looking forward to the next one.
I'm pretty understanding when it comes to changes needing to be made to fit a different medium, so have bene pretty happy so far. The changes I've noticed fit the narrative of the characters so I understand the decision and I'm not holding it against the show. I'm enjoying the show and hopeful for the future.
I'm absolutely blown away with how well they pulled off the trollocs and have kept the spirit of the characters alive.
After the first 3, I'm really sad about Mat being recast as Barney Harris seems perfect for the role. I'm hoping there's a "good" reason he left the show.
I'm pretty understanding when it comes to changes needing to be made to fit a different medium, so have bene pretty happy so far. The changes I've noticed fit the narrative of the characters so I understand the decision and I'm not holding it against the show. I'm enjoying the show and hopeful for the future.
I'm absolutely blown away with how well they pulled off the trollocs and have kept the spirit of the characters alive.
After the first 3, I'm really sad about Mat being recast as Barney Harris seems perfect for the role. I'm hoping there's a "good" reason he left the show.
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I thought the trolloc effects were decent but still had a bit of a lower budget look. Like they would have been great about a decade ago, but are starting to show their age. Not bad at all, just maybe a step or two below the top. That said, I enjoyed it quite a bit.
Two episodes down, and totally into it. Good job building a world and its lore pretty quickly. Lots of action, but not too much. Magic is powerful. Looking forward to seeing the next one
Watched all 3. Enjoying it for the most part. Understand and I am ok with most of the book changes except Perrin doesn't feel right. Not sure I'm liking his changes, both with the unfortunate event and making him seem almost mentally challenged. I'm sure some of my dislike comes from him being my favorite book character, but still.
