Onyx Stormset up the coolest way for Ridoc to utilize his signet, and it needs to be included in the next book inThe Empyrean Series. Onyx Stormgave one of my favorite members of the Iron Squad much more attention, Ridoc’s characterization evolving past his comedic role while still retaining his humor, which was a relief.Ridoc’s one-liners inOnyx Stormwere, after all, the best part of the book, but his growth and storyline were also great to see and added so much to the overall story withinThe Empyrean Series.
Ridoc’s journey in this installment really showcased his capabilities,as he took on the role of protector for Violet during the Quest Squad arcand was the first of the Iron Squad to learn Xaden’s secret. Hisgood luck also generated many anOnyx Stormtheory, giving him even more of the attention he deserves from readers. However, one specific detail fromOnyx Stormsets up a perfect way to keep this momentum going for Ridoc that, in my mind, really needs to be explored within the next book: the growth of his signet.
Ridoc’s Ice-Wielding Signet Evolves Significantly Throughout Onyx Storm
Despite Having A Common Signet, Ridoc Becomes Quite Powerful
Ridoc grows as an ice wielder throughoutOnyx Storm,evolving his signet in various ways despite it being the most common of the Iron Squad’s signets. At the beginning ofThe Empyrean Series,Ridoc’s ice-wielding seems to be on the same level as the many other ice-wielders we see, creating ice in small batches for medicinal and offensive use. InOnyx Storm,though,Ridoc reveals that he can freeze the liquid within an object without the ice penetrating the surface, demonstrating this to his friends using an orange.
Also, according to Ridoc,the ability to pull water from the air to freeze is uncommon among ice wielders, so combined, these new skills are impressive for the previously unstudious Iron Squad member. His later feat of freezing a wyvern in the final battle really highlights that evolution, building onRidoc’s story inOnyx Storm. That was already cool to me, but one other small detail about Ridoc grants the next book inThe Empyrean Seriesthe opportunity to really heighten that sense of awe about his abilities.
The Next Fourth Wing Book Can Use An Iron Flame Detail To Make Ridoc’s Power Even Cooler
Ridoc Could Use His Bow To Enhance His Signet’s Range
The next book inThe Empyrean Seriescould use anIron Flamedetail to make Ridoc’s growing powers fromOnyx Stormeven more amazing while diversifying signet fighting. During the RSC test inIron Flame,Violet mentions that Ridoc’s main weapon of choice is a bow and arrows, which he does not often have on him like the rest of the Iron Squad’s weapons. We have not gotten to see him really use those, but with his growing power and natural curiosity, he could finally utilize them, though it could lead toRidoc’s death in the nextEmpyreanSeriesbook.
This would not only help Ridoc circumvent burnout, as he will not have to freeze each enemy himself, but it would also add a new twist to signet fighting, giving them an edge against the venin who rely solely on their magic.
Ridoc could use his bow to expand the range of his signet, allowing him to freeze distant enemieswith a shot in the same way he did the orange and wyvern. This would not only help Ridoc circumvent burnout, as he will not have to freeze each enemy himself, but it would also add a new twist to signet fighting, giving them an edge against the venin who rely solely on their magic. It would also further expand Ridoc’s character arc fromOnyx Storm,his desire to help his friends letting him stand out more for better or worse.
Onyx Storm
Violet Sorrengail faces new political intrigue and battles old enemies while uncovering the secrets of her second signet. As she strives to save Xaden from venin corruption, her relationships with allies and dragons are tested, leading to intense confrontations and unexpected revelations in a world of dragons and magic.
