Warning: SPOILERS ahead for Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros.
Ridoc’s character undergoes significant transformation in <em>Onyx Storm</em>, with a compelling theory surrounding his power that could shed light on the squad’s resilience. Throughout the earlier installments of the series, Ridoc has been the group’s comic relief, adept at diffusing tension with humor in even the direst circumstances. He articulates the thoughts of his companions that they might hesitate to voice, often delivering the most humorous lines in the Empyrean Series. Despite forming a bond with a dragon, he?s been perceived as the squad’s joker, but Onyx Storm challenges this perception by revealing a deeper, more nuanced side to Ridoc.
In Onyx Storm, readers witness a profound evolution in Ridoc?s character, showcasing layers of depth previously unexplored. While he was once labeled the weakest member of the team, this installment illustrates that when the stakes are high, Ridoc stands shoulder to shoulder with his peers, displaying both skill and seriousness. As the narrative unfolds, Ridoc’s development mirrors his increasing maturity, hinting at the possibility that his abilities may be more intricate than initially believed. This aligns with the ongoing theories within the Empyrean Series regarding Ridoc’s hidden potential.
Ridoc’s Unbelievable Luck: Escaping Death Time and Again
The Unfathomable Resilience: Surviving Against All Odds
Ridoc’s uncanny luck is evident throughout the series, with numerous instances highlighting his improbable escapes from death. A prime example occurs during Presentation when a dragon incinerates Luca, who was in the exact spot Ridoc occupied just moments before. Another critical moment arises in Fourth Wing when a cadet’s signet manifests, instantly freezing the nearby cadet to death, while Ridoc emerges with only mild frostbite. Such incidents emphasize the recurring theme of Ridoc’s extraordinary fortune.
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Ridoc’s extraordinary luck is further amplified in Iron Flame, particularly during the perilous Cliffs of Dralor sequence. As the riders navigate a treacherous gap while under attack from venin and wyvern, Ridoc suffers two arrows piercing his abdomen. The severity of his injuries suggests an impending demise, especially as he bleeds from the mouth?a clear indicator of impending death. Ridoc himself seems resigned to this fate, urging Violet to leave him behind. Yet, against all odds, he survives this harrowing ordeal. Later in Iron Flame, during a wyvern attack, Ridoc again emerges unscathed, while Sawyer suffers a grievous injury, losing a portion of his leg.
It’s a near-impossible miss from point-blank range, but even if Violet didn’t think about it in the heat of the moment, any observant reader certainly should have.
This pattern of miraculous escapes continues in Onyx Storm, where Ridoc is attacked and seemingly stabbed by a cook’s knife. Violet believes he has been gravely injured when the knife lodges into his side. However, in a twist, Ridoc reveals that the knife actually pierced through his flight jacket rather than harming him. This moment is crafted to heighten tension, yet it also raises eyebrows, prompting readers to question how such a near-miss could occur. This incident further cements Ridoc’s status as a character marked by extraordinary luck.
Exploring the Theory: Ridoc’s Second Signet and Its Impact on Luck
The Emergence of Second Signets in the Fourth Wing Universe
Following the events of Onyx Storm, the only logical explanation for Ridoc’s astonishing luck in evading death is the existence of a higher power at play; it seems implausible that anyone could survive such extreme circumstances purely by chance. A compelling theory suggests that Ridoc possesses a second signet connected to the manipulation or alteration of luck. This idea aligns perfectly with the myriad times he has narrowly escaped death, along with various hints scattered throughout the narrative.
Moreover, the concept of having a second signet is gaining traction, especially after Onyx Storm introduced the notion that the tattooed children of rebel leaders possess additional signets as a result of their tattoos. This revelation raises questions about how these tattoos confer additional powers without requiring a bond with a second dragon, a detail that remains unexplained. Nonetheless, it’s established that these children have second signets, adding credence to the idea that Ridoc might share a similar fate.
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Given this context, it?s intriguing to note that Ridoc bears a large dragon tattoo on his neck, a detail he frequently touches throughout the narrative. While it may not resemble the tattoos of the rebel children, the question arises: if those tattoos can grant second signets, why couldn?t Ridoc?s dragon tattoo do the same? Rebecca Yarros has demonstrated a tendency to bend the rules she sets within the series, particularly in Onyx Storm, where established continuity is often overlooked for narrative convenience. Given the extent to which Onyx Storm challenges the notion of signets being exceedingly rare, the revelation that Ridoc possesses a second signet wouldn?t be particularly shocking.
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