Druid Quote by Kevin Hearne
““It quickly became a tracking operation, though. My chariot could not keep up with his truck. By the time I caught up with him, his truck was parked in one of those asphalt wastelands. What are they called again"? The Tuatha De Danann have no problem asking Druids for information. That's what we're for, after all. The secret to becoming an Old Druid instead of a dead Druid is to betray nary a hint of condescension when answering even the simplest questions. "They are called parking lots," I replied. "Ah, yes, thank you. He came out of a building called 'Crussh', holding one of these potions. Are you familar with the building, Druid?" "I belive that is a smoothie bar in England." "Quite right. So after I killed him and stowed his body next to the doe, I sampled his smooth concoction in the parking lot and found it to be quite delicious". See, sentences like that are why I nurture a healthy fear of the Tuatha De Danann.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Iron Druid Chronicles” by Kevin Hearne, 2013
A druid narrates a chaotic chase, highlighting the absurdity of modern settings colliding with mythic beings and the importance of humility in answering questions.
In simple terms: A druid humorously describes a chase and a parking lot, stressing humility.
Stay humble when dealing with the unknown.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- urban chase
- mythic encounter
- question answering
- humorous storytelling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does humility affect interactions with the unfamiliar?
- What role does humor play in mythic narratives?
The humor may downplay serious cultural tensions between modern and ancient worlds.