15. Fool's Fire
Encircled by prisoners and pressed by their questions, Severian becomes separated from
The Solar Cycle
14. The Antechamber
Observing an automaton guard of the House Absolute, Severian reflects on aliens
13. The Claw of the Conciliator
Severian and Jonas examine the body of the soldier attacked by the
12. The Notules
The next morning, Severian wakes next to Jonas and notices that two
11. Thecla
Realizing that he is soon to consume human carrion, Severian retches. Jonas
10. Thea
Vodalus’s court retires to dinner. Infatuated, Severian stares across the table
8. The Cultellarii
Returning from the forest to the inn, Severian and Jonas discuss the
7. The Assassins
As Severian retreats to the mine’s entrance, he reflects on courage
6. Blue Light
Wading through the flooded cave, Severian enters a large chamber. He calls
5. The Bourne
Jonas and Severian return to the inn for dinner. Severian reflects on
4. The Bouquet
Returning to the inn, Severian reflects on Agia’s disappearance and recalls
3. The Showman’s Tent
Losing sight of Agia, Severian frantically searches the crowd for her. He