#8 How Sanderson Builds an Underdog Hero
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This week, we take a quick gander at some of the methods Sanderson uses to make us invest in his heroes; from try-fail cycles to the 3 sliding scales of character. Spoilers forĀ Elantris andĀ The Way of Kings. Brandon's Lecture Series Writing Excuses Music: Kevin MacLeod, Eternal Terminal.
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