Early Access: STORMWEAVER 3 - Chapter 23 [ROUGH]
🕑 Added 2024-09-07 17:55:38 +0000 UTCOkay so this chapter is a TON of fun, but there's def gonna be a v2. I wanted a bit of a shot into an important element of the story, but I realized after I got to the end that nothing moved forward other than the exposure I wanted, so I'm gonna have to add a transition.
Also... I made mentions of some specs I obviously need to back up with a spec request 🤣
Still, lots of fun IMO, so enjoy!
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A FEW RULES & REMINDERS:
Chapters will be dropping as Bryce completes them. That means anywhere from every 1 to 2 weeks on average, though sometimes waits may be longer.
Recall that these are rough chapters, with no editing other than a single pass-through as Bryce writes.
On a similar note, we are not asking for advice or corrections at this time. If Bryce wants feedback, we will certainly reach out, thank you! If you want to voice concerns or complaints about the chapter, you may now do so over on the Reddit discussion thread below! Notifications are turned off on those conversations, so they're a free-for-all now (within the rules of the subreddit, obviously)!
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Comments
Linda Thompson
All I can say is thank you, awesome, amazing 🤩
dcshort2
These things are like crack.
Kory Leach
A fun trip through the pages as always! As others have written it’s nice having Lennon learning too. I’m sure a bunch of us were a bit bummed to discover that user uniques aren’t able to be copied so no seeing Rei get a free hit in on Lennon anytime soon.
Rasmus Salling
So B5 cognition implies around B3 or B4 rank. That's a 2-3 point jump and a 3-4 point jump over 2 weeks. You're going to run out of ranks real soon Bryce, unless there is something after S or this suddenly turns into a time travel story. Lovely chapter, starting to introduce the skill difference between collegiate and professional scts
Jeff McClure
I loved this chapter… I see what you mean on the ending. I have thoughts on chain of command, but know this isn’t the place to point it out. Thanks for an absolutely great chapter.
ABTelford
Very nice! I enjoyed the “kids” gawking and I enjoyed Lennon being taught stuff, figuratively going all starry eyed, even more. Very nice
gratch42
Such a great ride that keeps going. Poor Rei and Catcher getting Jet Waylayed early. Can't wait to see a V2 of this chappie with some specs and advancement(?). Will they get the Viv is awake call too? Probably too soon for Lennon to hit S if he just hit A9? Also totes waiting to see if Catcher or Aria is the next on the Shido Link Bus. Guessing even once Viv wakes up it's a few weeks of noCombat while she gets physically and mentally back up - also recovery from the verbal scalding from... everyone?
Connor Wilson
Tftc
Eric Edwards
This chapter had some depth in content. Exposing us to the battle strategy and forethought required to be a SCT combatant. All hands to you Bryce... sure it's a thrill to read about the user abilities, upgrades and progression of Rei story. But it's brilliant to see the Lasher, get back to basics, shore up foundations... Just another dimension to explore growth of the other characters.
Alexander
Have you seen bryces newest reddit Post?
Maria Klein
Excellent chapter!
Robert Smart
Interesting to watch the high level fight. But my itch is going it’s been 2 weeks since MIND was sorting an alibi with Viv. But she has surfaced yet? Or the team hasn’t been told about it? Weird.
Iron Akela
Very nice! Loved the fighting, and that Firesong are getting there with voiceless commands. Ability triggers will be entertaining once that happens… I’d love to see that session! I LOVE that Lennon is getting some good quality training out of his time filling in for Viv. Lennon’s a good bloke, so he deserves to get something beyond just hitting Pawn class out of working alongside Firesong. And I second the desire to see Lennon interact with Rei/Firesong outside training and it to blow cadets’ minds that The Lasher is as friendly with Firesong as I’ve no doubt he is :o) One thing though… Book 1 Prologue says Dent has Overclock, Repulsion, and Magnetic Hunt and book 2 adds Breakstep to her ability list. Also… holy crap!! Rei’s Cognition has gone up from B2 to B5 in 2 weeks?!? Please say his CAD rank has gone up to B2 as well cos that would be absolutely hilarious!! :oD
Lyn Shirley
I always want more. That is the sign of a very engaging story. Thanks!
Wraithmarked Creative
Yup. Pretty much hahaha -Bryce
chris kizziah
It’s fun to see how the higher ranks perform in the eyes of Firesong. I also like that Lennon is getting to grow. I would like to see the members of Firesong talking to Lennon outside of training and watch the reactions of the others around them wondering how they got to be so friendly with someone of Lennon rank. I want to know if the other first year know of Firesongs sponsorship. If not, that would make Lennon and Rei’s relationship even stranger. It could be fun to explore. Aria also needs to tell Rei that he was right to accept the sponsorship even if he went about it the wrong way.
Bill Vaughan
For some reason I imagined Lennon dual wielding Cloud’s sword from FF7
William Anderson
Loved the chapter, hope to see a full breakdown of Firesong’s specs after training too!
YangThePolarBear
Yeah, banger chapter, couldnt put it down, cannot wait for viv to be back
Polaris
With his own planet and a plate of warm cookies is such a funny line😂
Shirley Jones
Thanks, love it!! Hope at some point we get a book about Lennon’s beginnings.
Heather Herren
Awesome!! This brings it home that Lennon is also still a student.. learning.. thank you!!
Zac
What a chapter. What an absolute rush. I could only read a page at a time before having to stand up and wave my arms around or something to relieve the tension in my body. Absolutely loved it, Mr O'Connor. Looking forward to Chapter 23 2.0!
Stephen Jackson
Nice one. It’s great to see Lennon being taught and learning. Great chapter.
TruckWick
Which app do you use for converting to audio
K.Impossible
Diddo!!!
TruckWick
Excited to listen to this ive been needing the weekly stormweaver fix