17. The Challenge
Upon entering the shop, Severian is asked by the shopkeeper to sell
The Solar Cycle
16. The Rag Shop
Mourning the loss of Thecla, Severian walks with Dr. Talos and Baldanders
15. Baldanders
The captain of the guard provides Severian directions to an inn but
14. Terminus Est
Before leaving the Matachin Tower, Severian returns to Master Palaemon. The Master
13. The Lictor of Thrax
Held in a cell for ten days, Severian reflects on his actions
12. The Traitor
The next morning, Severian is tasked with bringing the inmates food left
11. The Feast
Severian describes the Feast of Holy Katharine, in which members of the
10. The Last Year
Disturbed by his experience at the House Azure, Severian decides he will
9. The House Azure
Roche and Severian arrive at a brothel known as the House Azure.
8. The Conversationalist
Following the instructions of Master Gurloes, Severian undertakes to become Thecla’s
7. The Traitress
On returning to the Matachin Tower, Severian is instructed to deliver dinner
6. The Master of the Curators
Entering the dark room, Severian is greeted by the archivist, Master Ultan.