We’re back with Chapters 39 to 42 of Onyx Storm, and things are spiraling fast. Mysterious black sand, dragons with more agency than we thought—and revelations that make us question everything we knew about the Irids.

Here’s what we unpack in this episode:

⚔️ Navarre is scrambling for new cadets—but what are they really afraid of? The rising threat of the dark wilders? Or something far more ancient, like Tyrrendor?

🏝️ Why is the sand black on this island? It’s not just a visual detail—it’s loaded with meaning, and we think we’ve cracked it.

🛡️ Is Xaden’s drive to protect Violet still rooted in love—or is it something even deeper now that changes how we see their bond?

💞 It’s official: Xaden and Violet are mates. But what does that actually mean in the Empyrean world?

🔥 Do dragons choose the signets they give their riders? We explore whether this is instinct, intention—or part of a much bigger plan.

⚖️ The indicators on the Irid scales… what are they measuring? We have a theory that ties it all together.

👁️ The Empyrean is hiding something—and the Irids know what it is. We talk through what they could be protecting and why.

🐣 Who took the dragon eggs at the end of the book? We’re pointing our fingers at Leothan—and we’ve got the receipts.

🌪️ Could the Irids have once lived in the Barrens? There’s evidence that suggests a very different origin story than we’ve been told.

👹 Xaden is called an abomination—but what if it’s not just about being a Venin? We think there’s more to this label than anyone’s admitting.

We’re deep into Onyx Storm now and every chapter feels like a twist.

We’re deep into Onyx Storm now and every chapter feels like a twist. Don’t forget to like and subscribe so you don’t miss the chaos as we close in on the final chapters.

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