Given what the Lord of the Nexus wants to do - conquer the other worlds - do you think it is understandable why the Sartans put the Patryns in the labyrinth? Why or why not?

What are some of the reasons that Hugh is able to be such a good assassin?

How are Bane's personality and morals affected by being raised by people who do not love him?

What do you think is the effect of being named Bane on the boy?

Why might Trian believe that Hugh would not be susceptible to the amulet's enchantment powers?

Why do the Gegs believe that silence means death?

What are some of Limbeck's strengths that leads him to want to tell his people the truth about their lives?

What are some of Limbeck's weaknesses in the beginning of the novel that make it difficult for him...