Wind and Truth: The Hero Emerges in Stormlight Archive Arc 2—Readers Must Catch Up on This Brandon Sanderson Novel

Brandon Sanderson’s much-anticipated addition to the Stormlight Archive series has set the stage for its primary heroes as they prepare for an exciting continuation of their journey. While details surrounding the forthcoming second sequence remain scarce, one key fact is known: the second sequence will consist of five volumes, culminating the narrative arc on Roshar in book 10. These new installments will begin after a significant ten-year time skip within the story, reflecting how characters have aged and evolved since the dramatic conclusion of Wind and Truth.

Lift Will Be The Main Flashback Character For Stormlight Archive Book 6

Lift Is The Next POV Character

Each novel in Brandon Sanderson’s Stormlight Archive uniquely aligns with the various Knights Radiant orders. For instance, The Way of Kings centers on the Windrunners while Wind and Truth highlights the Skybreakers. With Lift taking center stage as the POV character in book 6, readers can anticipate an in-depth exploration of the Edgedancers—the order focused on advocating for and assisting those in need within their communities. Below is a comprehensive table illustrating the flashback characters associated with each book:

Book Title	Flashback Character	Book Title	Flashback Character
1. The Way of Kings	Kaladin	6. Unknown	Lift
2. Words of Radiance	Shallan	7. Unknown	Renarin
3. Oathbringer	Dalinar	8. Unknown	Lace
4. Rhythm of War	Venli/Eshonai	9. Unknown	Talenel
5. Wind and Truth	Seth	10. Unknown	Jasnah

Why Lift Is So Important To Roshar After Wind And Truth’s Ending

Lift’s Power Doesn’t Run On Stormlight

The Bulgarian cover of the Edgedancer novella, featuring Lift and her spren, Wyndle

As Wind and Truth reached its climactic conclusion, the prophesied contest between Dalinar and Odium brought about shocking transformations to the world of Roshar. Notably, Stormlight has been drained, leaving the Knights Radiant effectively powerless and stripping them of their enhanced abilities in a time of relative peace. This development positions Lift as a key figure, since her powers are derived from Lifelight, linked to the Shard Cultivation, rather than Stormlight.

In this sense, Lift’s role becomes increasingly vital for those residing in Urithiru, compelling her to mature rapidly and setting the stage for a more profound character development when she re-enters the narrative. Although Adolin and his newly formed Oathless unit will also play significant roles, their fate and accessibility due to the inoperable Oathgates remain uncertain. Anticipating her evolution, readers may find Lift rising to be an extraordinary lead in Stormlight Archive Book 6, potentially paralleling Kaladin’s journey as a young hero still uncovering her identity.

Now Is The Perfect Time To Catch Up On Edgedancer

Edgedancer Is One Of Brandon Sanderson’s Stormlight Novellas

The covers of Dawnshard, The Way of Kings, and Wind and Truth by Brandon Sanderson with the Iron Throne as the background — Custom image by Yeider Chacon & original cover art for The Way of Kings and Wind and Truth by Michael Whelan

Although Edgedancer has been available for some time, many Stormlight Archive enthusiasts may not have had the opportunity to read it yet. While it is often deemed an enjoyable standalone tale that does not substantially affect the overarching narrative, this notion might need reevaluation in light of Lift’s ascendance to a central role. Now is an opportune moment to explore this novella, especially considering Lift’s new prominence as a POV character.

Readers can purchase Edgedancer individually or as part of the complete collection, Arcanum Unbounded. The novella resumes following Lift’s interlude in Words of Radiance, featuring significant themes and characters, including her spren, Wyndle, and the Herald Nale, with references to others like Szeth and Jezrien. Though Edgedancer is not mandatory reading, it enriches the characterization of Lift and may enhance her narrative in the upcoming chapters of Stormlight Archive Book 6. Additionally, forthcoming works by Sanderson may introduce another novella focusing on Rock, providing fans with more compelling lore.

How Wind And Truth & Edgedancer Set Up Brandon Sanderson’s Next Major Hero

Lift Will Be Training With Zahel In Sword Combat

Wind and Truth The Stormlight Archive cover — Original cover art for Wind and Truth by Michael Whelan

In Wind and Truth, multiple heroes, including Talenel, Renarin, and Jasnah, have their arcs poised for the unfolding narrative within the next five volumes. Lift’s journey promises to experience the most transformational shift, as she not only matures but also embarks on a significant training arc—she will train in swordsmanship with Zahel, a renowned instructor who previously guided Adolin and Kaladin, and who is also recognized as Vasher from Sanderson’s Warbreaker.

When readers reunite with Lift, they may discover her to be one of Roshar’s most fearsome warriors, significantly shaped by her training. Moreover, the theme of not wanting to grow up will take on new layers as she navigates adulthood in a world where Cultivation, the deity who bestowed her powers, has vanished. The Stormlight Archive will delve into her confrontation with maturity as we explore Lift’s evolution into a formidable heroine.

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