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Is Fitz Happy?

Luke Button and Emma Ferron

A chapter by chapter reread and spoiler discussion podcast of the Realm of the Elderlings by Robin Hobb.

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01:38:14

Ep. 049 - Ch. 21 Royal Assassin - Dark Days

Is Fitz Happy? ·

2021/03/05

Duke Brawndy arrives looking for answers that the King cannot provide. Queen-in-Waiting Kettricken seeks to assuage his anger and worry and tries her best to make Brawndy feel heard. She seems to gain an ally, but Brawndy still leaves angry at the crown. When Fitz visits King Shrewd, we learn how bad his disease and awareness really is. Through a haze of pain, and with a Skill connection, Shrewd connects with Verity briefly. However, the effort leaves both Shrewd and Fitz exhausted. While in bed

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02:12:56

Ep. 048 - Ch. 20 Royal Assassin - Mishaps

Is Fitz Happy? ·

2021/02/26

Suffering letdown after letdown, Fitz learns of the King slowly losing his faculties to drugs, that the kingdom is being slowly taken over by Regal, and that no one can do anything to fix it. We discuss Fitz's failing relationships, his lack of communication, and finally dig into his and Molly's fling. They look to the future and don't like what's in store. We're reading Royal Assassin by Robin Hobb, book 2 of the Farseer Trilogy.

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01:31:44

Ep. 047 - Ch. 19 Royal Assassin - Messages

Is Fitz Happy? ·

2021/02/19

Verity prepares for and undertakes a quest to beseech the Elderlings for aid giving Fitz a mental break from a renewed ardor between the King-in-Waiting and Queen-in-Waiting Kettricken. All the while, Regal seems to be gathering power. FitzChivalry passively observes a worsening situation at Buckkeep with an increase in rumors badmouthing Verity, parties wasting money, and a breakdown of the coast defenses. A large raid is heard of days late with no warning from any of their failsafes and it's all

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01:48:35

Ep. 046 - Ch. 18 Royal Assassin - Elderlings

Is Fitz Happy? ·

2021/02/12

Kettricken's interests have been directed towards the Elderlings by the Fool. She compares knowledge with Fitz and, with prompting from Verity, approach the King-in-Waiting with the plan to go beseach them for help. Verity learns the depth of Kettricken's feelings for him, Fitz learns more about sacrifices Molly makes for their relationship, and both Regal and the Fool end up very happy. We're reading Royal Assassin by Robin Hobb, book 2 of the Farseer Trilogy.

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01:26:42

Ep. 045 - Ch. 17 Royal Assassin - Interludes

Is Fitz Happy? ·

2021/02/05

This week we talk about how the choices FitzChivalry makes has impact on the world and his refusal to acknowledge it. He writes a vulnerable letter to someone he doesn't love, surprises Molly with a picnic (and finally talks to her), internalizes anger at the King for his marriage situation, and mopes about the consequences of his own procrastination. After a few important conversations, Fitz is left with another harsh reality check of who his life belongs to and how his birth affects his

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01:25:01

Ep. 044 - Ch. 16 Part 2 Royal Assassin - Verity’s Ships

Is Fitz Happy? ·

2021/01/29

We pick up with the crew of the Rurisk sailing to Antler Island. After a bloody victory, Fitz has to deal with the reality of war and his future on the seas. The summer is ultimately fruitless for the Six Duchies and their warships. They have a few more encounters with the Red Ship Raiders, and Fitz comes face to face with Kebel Rawbread and the White Ship. A summer apart also leads to some friction with Molly. We're reading Royal Assassin by Robin Hobb, book 2 of the Farseer Trilogy.

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01:06:39

Ep. 043 - Ch. 16 Part 1 Royal Assassin - Verity's Ships

Is Fitz Happy? ·

2021/01/22

This is part one of our discussion of this chapter. By taking on a lot of new responsibilities, FitzChivalry has to deal with a very busy schedule. He tries to balance all of his tasks and obligations to his loved ones while learning more of the Skill, the ax, his bond with Nighteyes, and eventually how to row. At Verity's behest, Fitz joins the crew of one of the warships and gets even busier, but eventually has the opportunity to ask King Shrewd about a certain marriage proposal.

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01:38:41

Ep. 042 - Ch. 15 Royal Assassin - Secrets

Is Fitz Happy? ·

2021/01/15

This episode is our first insight into the Fool's origins, even if they're a watered-down version of events. Fitz, of course, is confused and doesn't believe him even when spoken to plainly. He succumbs to his rash decisions from last chapter, and we also see the consequences of messing with drugs. Exhausted, Fitz finally clicks with Verity and gets the war put into a different perspective.

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01:40:47

Ep. 041 - Ch. 14 Royal Assassin - Winterfest

Is Fitz Happy? ·

2021/01/08

Fitz has a list of tasks to accomplish this episode but he is interrupted in the night by Molly, in the morning by Burrich, and finally by the Fool. The last visitor uses all of his wiles to convince Fitz to help him out and let him read Verity's scrolls about the Elderlings and the missing Skill users. After Fitz leaves him, he completes his first axe lesson with Verity riding in his head. Fitz and Verity-as-Ridealong Creeper head to wait on King Shrewd. Finding it a mess and Shrewd in a bad state,

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01:28:43

Ep. 040 - Ch. 13 Royal Assassin - Hunting

Is Fitz Happy? ·

2021/01/01

Ringing in the New Year, we discuss the eventful day after Fitz's eventful night with Molly. Our intrepid assassin is determined to hunt Forged Ones, convince Verity to let him quit his night job, and ask the King to be able to marry Molly. However, this plan is delayed by a terrible encounter in the woods. This week we talk more about the Skill, the Farseers desire to help their people, and the horrors of the Forged Ones.

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01:30:18

Ep. 039 - Ch. 12 Royal Assassin - Tasks

Is Fitz Happy? ·

2020/12/25

A Queen gets her garden and Fitz gets his love. Kettricken is elated at Verity's gift and can't wait to get started. FitzChivalry, on the other hand, spirals downward into loneliness until he can't take it anymore. A confrontation at Patience and Lacey's room leads to a night he won't forget. Happy Holidays everyone!

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01:47:33

Ep. 038 - Ch. 11 Royal Assassin - Lone Wolves

Is Fitz Happy? ·

2020/12/18

This week we discuss two important scenes. The first is a moment we've been waiting for, FitzChivalry has a confrontation with Nighteyes that ultimately brings them closer together. They go through a harrowing attack and Fitz is once again injured. Meanwhile, Verity has been feeding his Skill addiction in his tower while also tracking enemy movements across the land. They talk about another task for Fitz, missing magic users, and the mythical Elderlings.

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01:54:28

Ep. 037 - Ch. 10 Royal Assassin - Fool's Errand

Is Fitz Happy? ·

2020/12/11

In this week of Robin Hobb's Realm of the Elderlings, Fitz is handed the responsibility for a new Queen's Guard and with the mounting frustration of so many relationships pulling him in different directions, it's only a matter of time before he snaps. Pining after Molly and stressing over cheering Kettricken up, he is beset upon by the Fool. We learn the future and get some foreshadowing in a ballad, leaving Fitz embarrassed and frustrated, of course. Zen Kettricken somewhat calms FitzChivalry down

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01:57:37

Ep. 036 - Ch.9 Royal Assassin - Guards and Bonds

Is Fitz Happy? ·

2020/12/04

Concerned with his loved ones’ safety, FitzChivalry heads to Patience and Lacey’s room to try and safeguard them from potential attacks. They talk about protection and Fitz embarrasses himself, as usual, before he moves on to find Kettricken. What comes next is a wild goose chase around the keep to find his Queen-in-Waiting. An awkward conversation, a mule ride in a snow storm, a jealous look, and a promise of meat later, and Fitz is walking toward the abandoned house and a wolf cub. He has to

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01:57:35

Ep. 035 - Ch. 8 Royal Assassin - The Queen Awakes

Is Fitz Happy? ·

2020/11/27

Kettricken responds to the situation with the Forged Ones by giving something back to the people. She embodies a true leader and shows Buck what she is and what she can be. Tragedy and grieving begets optimism for the future, and in talking with Fitz, Chade revels in that feeling of joy. Finally, Fitz confronts his feelings for Molly and we have some brief but important relationship advice for them. Enjoy hearing us discuss Emma's favorite Royal Assassin chapter!

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01:52:11

Ep. 034 - Ch. 7 Royal Assassin - Encounters

Is Fitz Happy? ·

2020/11/20

This week's discussion of Royal Assassin is about a lot of conversations. Nighteyes, Patience, King Shrewd, the Fool, Kettricken, and Verity all demand and need time from FitzChivalry. Our favorite assassin is busy with Verity's task, convincing Nighteyes they aren't pack, and his longing (and dreaming) of Molly. His need for companionship wars with promises made to those he loves, and the ever-looming threat of Forged Ones attack closer to home than ever before.

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01:21:32

Ep. 033 - Ch. 6 Royal Assassin - Forged Ones

Is Fitz Happy? ·

2020/11/13

With great relief, FitzChivalry makes his way back to Buckkeep from his task in the northern duchy of Bearns only to see Kettricken and Regal happily riding together through the countryside. He's drawn to Verity with that disturbing image in his mind and reports on his mission. Verity also sets out a new task to protect the countryside and dismisses Fitz, but not before they have a bit of a heart to heart. More relationship talk and thoughts about Verity's responsibilities take the forefront of this

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01:54:39

Ep. 032 - Ch. 5 Royal Assassin - Gambit

Is Fitz Happy? ·

2020/11/06

Our beloved, if somewhat dense, main character is in a big depressed funk thinking about his inability to see Molly. He can’t keep his mind on any tasks and ends up creeping on Molly’s world, but maintains his word to Patience and Chade. After Burrich snaps him out of it with a night of drinking and conversation, Fitz becomes a better companion and advisor to Queen-in-Waiting Kettricken, regains stamina, and cleans up. Robin Hobb introduces us to more characters and plot lines with future importance

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01:33:20

Ep. 031 - Ch. 4 Part 2 Royal Assassin - Dilemmas

Is Fitz Happy? ·

2020/10/30

Continuing his talk with Chade, FitzChivalry is handed the task of keeping Kettricken company. Chade knows that misery loves company and offers the fact that a Queen-in-Waiting can be a powerful ally. However, Fitz also hears the same bad news about Molly from the old assassin as he did from Lady Patience. Discouraged from those talks and angered by the realization that his life isn’t his own to control, he walks down to Buckkeep Town. Anger built upon anger at being caged leads Fitz like a hound to

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01:12:03

Ep. 030 - Ch. 4 Part 1 Royal Assassin - Dilemmas

Is Fitz Happy? ·

2020/10/23

FitzChivalry is still slowly recovering from his poisoning in the Mountain Kingdom, wakes up still weak, and immediately passes out to sleep through the day. A brief reunion with the Fool is the highlight of Fitz’s day before he gets lectured about the proper courting behavior expected of royals. Patience and Lacey take over his room and his health while also steering Fitz straight about his relationship with Molly. His life is not his own and belongs to King Shrewd. Over the course of the first

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