He's acting as foolish as a kitten... but then, everyone's entitled to a little foolishness once in a while.
Christopher PaoliniNever ask an elf for help; they might decide your better off dead, eh?" (Orik) (Eldest) (Page 207)
Christopher PaoliniAll great fighting is the same, Eragon, even as all great warriors are the same. Past a certain point, it does not matter whether you wield a sword, a claw, a tooth or a tail. It is true, you must be capable with your weapon, but anyone with the time, and the inclination can acquire technical proficiency. To achieve greatness, though, that requires artistry. That requires imagination and thoughtfulness, and it is those qualities that the best warriors share, even if, on the surface, they appear completely different.
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