Siege of Darkness Chapter Summary & Analysis - Part Two: The Onset of Chaos - Prologue and Chapter Six, When Magic Went Awry Summary

Part Two: The Onset of Chaos - Prologue and Chapter Six, When Magic Went Awry Summary

In the prologue to Part Two, Drizzt describes the Time of Troubles that is about to befall the land. Drizzt explains that during this time, it was claimed many gods appeared to their people. Many others converted to some form of religion during this chaotic time. Drizzt continues his thought by asking where faith fits into this time when gods allowed themselves to be seen. Drizzt argues that a god so lacking in power that he or she must allow themselves to be seen in order to be believed weakens the idea of and the worthiness of faith. Drizzt explains that he has experienced Mielikki, his god, through his view of the world. To Drizzt, Mielikki represents the truth while other gods, such as Lolth, represent only self-indulgence. While Drizzt does not question the beliefs of others, particularly those who claim to have seen their gods; he asks others to...
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