The Illusion of Free Will | The Thousandfold Thought Chapters 13–15
Page Chewing · Nov 8, 2026 · 54:08
Page Chewing · Nov 8, 2026 · 54:08
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The Slog continues with Chapters 13–15 of R. Scott Bakker's The Thousandfold Thought!
Steve, Shawn, and Shobz return to Eärwa as the Holy War reaches Shimeh and Kellhus finally confronts Moënghus.
We discuss the revelation surrounding Simas, the Scarlet Spires in battle, Cnaiür's relationship with Achamian, and the unsettling possibility that even the Dûnyain cannot escape forces beyond their understanding.
But the biggest question is whether Kellhus has ever truly controlled his own destiny. If his choices were anticipated by his father, and supernatural forces are now influencing events, what does free will actually mean?
We also explore the Consult, the Outside, eternal damnation, Seswatha's memories, and the philosophical implications of Bakker's world.
⚠️ FULL SERIES SPOILERS for all seven published books.
Next up: Chapters 16–17!
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