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“His aster-blue eyes shown out from a face blackened by bruises and soot, his fair hair glittering in the firelight. Dressed all in black, silhouetted against flame, he looked rather like a demon, raised from the dead, trading for souls on the other side.” quote by Cinda Williams Chima
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“His aster-blue eyes shown out from a face blackened by bruises and soot, his fair hair glittering in the firelight. Dressed all in black, silhouetted against flame, he looked rather like a demon, raised from the dead, trading for souls on the other side.”

Cinda Williams Chima

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A striking, dark figure appears, evoking dread and otherworldly power, suggesting a dangerous bargain.

In simple terms: A menacing, demonic figure appears.

Key Takeaway

Beware alluring but perilous offers.

Themes

danger appearance power betrayal supernatural

Mood

ominous intense

Type

descriptive dramatic

When to use this quote

  • fantasy writing
  • character design
  • visual storytelling
  • role‑playing games

Key Concepts

mythology symbolism duality

Questions to Reflect On

  • What price are you willing to pay for power?
  • How does appearance influence trust?
A Different Perspective

The allure can mask hidden costs.

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