This week we're discussing the final 3 chapters of Storm Front (25, 26, and 27). Harry finally confronts the Shadowman, decides to sacrifice himself to stop him, and then gets rescued anyway. The story concludes

Finally, we dive into our question for Bob this week: What Could Harry Have Done Differently*?

• (00:00) - Intro
• (00:49) - Ch. 25 Harry Enters the Lake House
• (19:20) - Ch. 26 - The Showdown With Shadowman
• (40:53) - Ch. 27 - Nothing but Epilogue
• (01:04:45) - Allusions to "The Second Coming" by W.B. Yeats
• (01:15:42) - QfB: What Could Harry Have Done Differently?
• (01:29:19) - No Episode Next Week; Then SF Review Episode

This week we're delving into chapters 22-24 of Storm Front. This includes Harry fighting against the Scorpion, his confrontation with Morgan at Macs, and his confrontation against his own darker nature outside the lake house.

Finally, we dive into our question for Bob this week: How does Air Magic Work with Physics?

• (00:00) - Intro
• (01:49) - Ch. 22 - Murphy's been poisoned
• (15:49) - So a scorpion walks on to an elevator...
• (30:35) - Ch. 23 - Sitting down with Morgan
• (43:44) - Ch. 24 - Two Paths Diverged Outside a Lakehouse
• (01:12:31) - QfB: How Does Air Magic Interact With Physics?
• (01:20:57) - Next Week's Question for Bob

This week we're tackling chapters 18, 19, 20, and most of 21. We explore the information presented about Harry's father, Malcom Dresden. Next, we discuss Harry's confrontations with the Photographer and Monica Sells until ultimately, Monica cracks the case wide open for him.

Finally, we dive into our question for Bob this week: What was the Enemy's Plan?

• (00:00) - Intro
• (01:25) - Ch. 18 - Malcom Dresden and Harry's Coping Mechanism
• (12:58) - Ch. 19 - Confronting The Photographer
• (22:27) - Ch. 20 - Confronting Monica Sells
• (36:38) - Ch. 21 - The Twisted Path of Victor Sells
• (56:12) - Jenny Sells Makes it Real
• (01:06:36) - QfB: What Was Nemesis' Plan?

This week we're exploring chapters 15, 16, and 17. Harry is at his lowest point, blaming himself for Linda's death, lying to Murphy, and then, having his hair stolen by one of Marcone's thugs! The final chapter of this episode examines the first time we see a wizard going 'all out', as Harry blasts his way into the Varsity to confront Marcone.

Finally, we dive into our question for Bob this week: Why don't we see Thaumaturgy used more against Dresden?

• (00:00) - Intro
• (02:56) - Ch. 15 - From Murphy's Perspective
• (19:04) - Is Harry Justified In Lying to Murphy?
• (25:50) - Ch. 16 - Gimpy steals Harry's Hair
• (31:12) - Ch. 17 - A First Impression
• (39:58) - Marcone's Reaction
• (52:17) - QfB: Why not more offensive thaumaturgy?

This week we tackle Chapters 13 and 14, which contains the first fight scene in the series, along with the first use of combat magic! Adam discuses the setup of the fight, while Brian discusses the conjugations of Latin nouns. Of course, we also find some time to discuss the fight with the Toad Demon, itself.

Finally, we dive into our question for Bob this week: What makes for a great fight scene in The Dresden Files?

• (00:00) - Intro
• (03:12) - Ch. 13 - How much has he changed?
• (09:52) - Setting Up the Fight
• (22:10) - The Fight With the Toad Demon
• (30:49) - Chaos in the Basement
• (38:05) - Ch. 14 - Into the Storm
• (48:33) - Inventing Magic on the Fly
• (58:37) - QFB - What Makes a Great Fight Scene?

This week we're covering Storm Front chapters 10, 11, and 12. In these chapters, Harry follows up on some leads, gets a concussion, ruminates on the case with Murphy, and passes out. Brian and Adam dig in to the interesting questions these chapters present. Why did Linda Randall change her mind about talking to Dresden? Why was the Three-Eye junkie able to see the Walkers? When and why did Victor decide to kill Linda and Harry?

Finally, we dive into our question for Bob this week: What changes (mentally) when a half-Rampire goes full red-court?

• (00:00) - Intro
• (02:29) - Ch. 10 - Making Calls
• (08:27) - Harry's First Concussion?
• (14:23) - Ch. 11 - Harry Reports to Murphy
• (27:00) - Ch. 12 - Why does Linda Change Her Mind?
• (37:06) - QfB: What happens to the mind when Rampire takes over?

This week we explore chapters 8 and 9 of Storm Front; asking questions like: "Why do potions get phased out of the series?" and "What limitations does Bob have with regard to Harry's control?" We also spend some time exploring Murphy's flaw in this early book before moving on to one of the most impactful scenes in the series: Harry's first confrontation with Bianca.

• (00:00) - Intro
• (05:27) - Chapter 8: Why No More Potions?
• (09:56) - Meeting Bob
• (19:09) - Bob is an "Artifact" Tier Magic Item
• (25:50) - Chapter 9: In Defense of Murphy
• (37:09) - A Wizard's Best Tool: Preperation
• (47:01) - Encountering Bianca
• (52:47) - Exploring Bianca's Mindset
• (59:44) - QfB: Is The Doom of Damocles The Best Option?
• (01:18:27) - Next Week's Question for Bob

In this episode, Adam and Brian delve into chapters six and seven of Storm Front. They explore the intricacies of Dresden's investigations, the introduction of magic, and the moral implications of character actions, particularly focusing on Monica Sells. The discussion also touches on the fourth law of magic and the concept of the Doom of Damocles, providing insights into character motivations and ethical dilemmas within the narrative.

• (00:00) - Intro
• (01:04) - Chapter Six - Victor's Lake House
• (05:24) - Circle Theory
• (11:41) - Toot Toot & Faery Bargains
• (18:44) - Fairies and Their Love for Pizza
• (25:42) - The Man with the Naked Sword
• (30:13) - "I react badly to fear"
• (34:58) - Morgan's Motivation
• (45:38) - Morgan's Investigation
• (52:35) - Question for Bob: Is Monica Sells Morally Culpable?
• (01:06:42) - Next Week's QfB: Is there a better system than Doom of Damocles?