Compass Quote by David Eddings
““Well, it's nice to know that the Trolls made it this far south,' Ulath said. 'I'd hate to have to go looking for them.' 'Their Gods were guiding them, Ulath,' Tynian pointed out. 'You've never talked with the Troll-Gods, I see,' Ulath laughed. 'Their sense of direction is a little vague - probably because their compass only has two directions on it.' 'Oh?' 'North and not-north. It makes finding places a little difficult.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Malloreon, 1989
In a dialogue, characters humorously discuss Troll navigation, noting their gods’ limited compass with only “north and not‑north,” implying confusion and limited guidance.
In simple terms: Trolls have a two‑direction compass, causing confusion.
Key Takeaway
Accept that some guidance is ambiguous.
Themes
humor
mythology
navigation
Mood
light‑hearted
satirical
Type
novel
dialogue
When to use this quote
- fantasy worldbuilding
- character interaction
- plot device
- cultural satire
Key Concepts
belief
direction
limitations
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you cope with vague directions?
- What does “not‑north” suggest about uncertainty?
A Different Perspective
The joke may trivialize serious navigation challenges.
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