This week we dive into some classic fantasy and discuss the short stories “Turjan of Miir,” “Mazirian the Magician,” “T’sais,” and “Liane the Wayfarer” from The Dying Earth by Jack Vance.
I chose this book specifically because it was a major influence on Dungeons & Dragons, appearing in the original “Appendix N,” where all of its inspirations were listed. The unique and frankly bizarre magic system became the basis of D&’s magic system, and explains why we have prepared spells and spell slots today!
Next Episode November 29
Join us on November 29th to discuss “Ulan Dhor” and “Guyal of Sfere,” the last two short stories from The Dying Earth.
Our next book will be I, Robot the short story collection by Isaac Asimov.
See you then!
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