Tales from the Storm Discussion

[FJerome]

That description by the khatun, who's clearly clairvoyant, reminded me instantly of the Mother Crystal. Temulun spoke of the Dusk Mother as a "jewel".

I think she may actually have the Echo. (Mind, I think it's possible that every Shaman on the steps has the Echo. Most forms of clairvoyance we've seen in this game have been Echo-related.)

[TinyRedLeaf]

I think she may actually have the Echo.

That's also my hunch. But, without further proof, it's hard to say for sure.

For me, the greatest insight from the entire Azim Steppes is the fundamental nature of myth. Humans have always been story-telling creatures; likewise the mortals of Eorzea/Hydaelyn.

It is from stories that we derive meaning and purpose, the way Magnai is driven to search for his "moon", because he believes it's his destiny, as described in myth and tradition.

But stories change, be it on purpose or by accident.

The xaela may be one people, but witness how each tribe has split away from a single creation myth, to develop wildly varying myths — and widely different worldviews — of their own.

And sometimes, a myth becomes reality, a primal, an eikon, or a mortal hero. And they in turn inspire myths of their own, and something new is born with each cycle.

I really loved how the Azim Steppes made me go full-blown philosophical. It's always wonderful when a story inspires me to think beyond.