Humor Quote by Brandon Sanderson
““Raoden regarded himself in a small piece of polished steel. His shirt was yellow dyed with blue stripes, his trousers were bright red, and his vest a sickly green. Over all, he looked like some kind of confused tropical bird. His only consolation was that as silly he looked, Galladon was much worse. The large, dark-skinned Dula looked down at his pink and light green clothing with a resigned expression. "Don't look so sour, Galladon." Raoden said with a laugh. "Aren't you Dulas supposed to be fond of garish clothing?“ "That's the aristocracy—the citizens and republicans. I'm a farmer; pink isn't exactly what I consider a flattering color."Then he looked up at Raoden with narrow eyes. "If you make even one comment about my resembling a kathari fruit, I will take off this tunic and hang you with it." Raoden chuckled. "Someday I'm going to find that scholar who told me all Dulas were even-tempered, then force him to spend a week locked in a room with you, my friend.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Rithmatist, 2013
Raoden’s vivid, mismatched clothing and banter with Galladon illustrate cultural clashes and personal identity within a fantastical setting.
In simple terms: Colorful attire shows cultural tension and humor.
Embrace individuality despite societal expectations.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- court interactions
- social gatherings
- character introductions
- world‑building scenes
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do clothing choices reflect status?
- What does the banter reveal about their relationship?
Humor may mask deeper societal issues.