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| Iron Flame Chapter 24: The one with the overachievers | 16 Jul 2026 | 00:07:46 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros In this episode, we are decoding the epigraph from chapter 24 of Iron Flame. Every few years, a squad comes along that defies all expectations. They rise through the ranks, secure every patch, win every challenge. And then…they inexplicably falter, then fall. They call it the burnout effect: they flare too fast, too bright to sustain the pace. Sad, really, but mildly entertaining to watch them turn on one another. —Major Afendra’s Guide to the Riders Quadrant (Unauthorized Edition) Join us as we explore the deeper themes and hidden meaning of the Iron Flame epigraphs in less than 8 minutes. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram! | |||
| Iron Flame Chapter 23: The one with the… plot hole? | 12 Jul 2026 | 00:07:48 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros In this episode, we are decoding the epigraph from chapter 23 of Iron Flame. The things that happen behind closed doors in the Riders Quadrant in order to turn young cadets into full-fledged riders are enough to turn even the staunchest of stomachs. Those prone to queasiness should not pry. —Major Afendra’s Guide to the Riders Quadrant (Unauthorized Edition) Theories we touch on in this episode: What Violet & Xaden Should’ve Been Taught Violet, Xaden and the Marked Ones Shouldn’t Survive Join us as we explore the deeper themes and hidden meaning of the Iron Flame epigraphs in less than 8 minutes. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram! | |||
| Iron Flame Chapter 22: The one with the questionable loyalty | 09 Jul 2026 | 00:07:45 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros In this episode, we are decoding the epigraph from chapter 22 of Iron Flame. At some point, probably during your second year, you’ll realize the trust you feel for your friends and family has nothing on the loyalty you develop for your squad. —Page Ninety-one, the Book of Brennan Theories we touch on in this episode: The Book of Brennan Saved Violet Join us as we explore the deeper themes and hidden meaning of the Iron Flame epigraphs in less than 8 minutes. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram! | |||
| Iron Flame Chapter 21: The one with the forced migration | 05 Jul 2026 | 00:07:56 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros In this episode, we are decoding the epigraph from chapter 21of Iron Flame. The Migration of The First Year is one of the crowning achievements of Navarre’s unification. What a celebration of the human spirit, to leave a life of war and enter one of peace, blending people, languages, and culture from every region of the continent and forming a cohesive, united society, whose only goal is mutual security. —Navarre, an Unedited History by Colonel Lewis Markham Join us as we explore the deeper themes and hidden meaning of the Iron Flame epigraphs in less than 8 minutes. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram! | |||
| Love as Thou Wilt Week with Rebecca Thorne | 30 Jun 2026 | 01:14:03 | |
In this special bonus episode for Love as Thou Wilt Week, our celebration of inclusive love in the Romantasy space, we are joined by USA Today, Indie, and Sunday Times Bestselling author of the Tea & Tomes series and This Gilded Abyss (and more!), Rebecca Thorne. Join us as we talk about Rebecca’s journey into cozy fantasy, revenge dedications, and being trapped in an underwater city with zombies for three years! Avorie and Xavier pitch two book ideas (one for Rebecca, one for her wife) and get to know the sentient moss who’s featured in her brand new book, Moss’d in Space. You can find Rebecca online at https://rebeccathorne.net/ or on Instagram @rebeccathornewrites. Her newest book, Moss’d in Space, is available June 30, 2026 from independent bookshop Books Are Awesome, Barnes and Noble (their SFF book of the month for July!), major retailers, independent book stores, and Bookshop.org Happy Pride and Love as Thou Wilt! | |||
| Love as Thou Wilt Week with Eskay Kabba | 28 Jun 2026 | 01:05:14 | |
In this special bonus episode for Love as Thou Wilt Week, our celebration of inclusive love in Romantasy and romantic fantasy, we are joined by author of steamy MM romance, Eskay Kabba. Join us as we chat about how Eskay got her start, how her social work background impacts her writing, and how a teenage fanfic turned into her first Romantasy series! Find Eskay online at https://www.eskaykabba.com or @eskay_kabba_author. Her books are available for purchase through all major retailers, Google Books, independent booksellers, and Bookshop.org. Happy Pride and Love as Thou Wilt! | |||
| Love as Thou Wilt Week with Nicole Holleman | 27 Jun 2026 | 01:24:11 | |
In this special bonus episode for Love as Thou Wilt Week, our celebration of inclusive love in the Romantasy space, we are joined by author and host of the Fantasy Fangirls Podcast, Nicole Holleman. Join us as we talk about Nicole’s transition from fangirl to podcaster to author, her wonderful, golden retriever husband (and why he’s the reason this podcast exists), and of course, discuss some of our favorite Fourth Wing characters and theories! You can find Nicole online at https://www.nicoleholleman.com/, or on Instagram/TikTok @authornicoleholleman, and listen along to the Fantasy Fangirls Podcast and on Instagram/TikTok @fantasyfangirlspod. Pre-order Nicole’s first book, Oath of the Chosen, now! Happy Pride and Love as Thou Wilt! | |||
| Love as Thou Wilt Week with C.L. Briar and Rylee Kubbera | 26 Jun 2026 | 00:52:10 | |
In this special bonus episode for Love as Thou Wilt Week, our celebration of inclusive love in the Romantasy space, we are joined by author C.L. Briar and artist Rylee Kubbera. Join us as we talk about how C.L. and Rylee became friends, C.L.’s writing journey and Rylee’s shocking revelation about cantaloupe! You can find C.L. Briar online at https://www.clbriar.com or on social media @c.l.briar. Her books are available from major retailers, independent book stores, and Bookshop.org Find Rylee Kuberra online at https://www.ryleekuberra.com and on Instagram @ryleekuberra. Her narration talents are found extensively on Audible, Kobo, and other audiobook retailers. Happy Pride and Love as Thou Wilt! | |||
| Love as Thou Wilt Week with Heather Nix | 24 Jun 2026 | 00:54:31 | |
In this special bonus episode for Love as Thou Wilt Week, our celebration of inclusive love in the Romantasy space, we are joined by author of magical sapphic books, Heather Nix. Join us as we talk about creating queernormative worlds, how mainstream media is imparting queer representation in Romantasy, and her amazing take on “Smut is just fairy P*rn!” You can find Heather online at https://booksbynix.com/ or on social media @booxbynix. Her books are available from major retailers, independent book stores, and Bookshop.org Happy Pride and Love as Thou Wilt! | |||
| Love as Thou Wilt Week with Jacqueline Carey | 23 Jun 2026 | 01:16:27 | |
In this special bonus episode for Love as Thou Wilt Week, we are joined by New York Times bestseller Jacqueline Carey, author of the critically acclaimed Kushiel’s Legacy series of historical fantasy novels, The Sundering epic fantasy duology, postmodern fables Santa Olivia and Saints Astray, and the Agent of Hel contemporary fantasy series. Join us as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of Kushiel’s Dart, dive into the experience of writing a progressive–even transgressive–debut novel, explore Jacqueline’s prolific fantasy career, and find out which of her books she wishes more people would read. Find Jacqueline Carey online at https://jacquelinecarey.com, on Facebook or @jcareyauthor on Instagram and Threads and @thelesis on TikTok. Her books are available for purchase through all major retailers, independent booksellers, and Bookshop.org. Happy Pride and Love as Thou Wilt! | |||
| Iron Flame Chapter 20: The one without the warm and fuzzies | 21 Jun 2026 | 00:08:22 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm by Rebecca In this episode, we are decoding the epigraph from chapter 20 of Iron Flame. In the years after my father died, I forgot what it felt like to be loved. Then I entered the quadrant and became the monster everyone needed me to be, and I never regretted it. But then you gave those words to me, and I remembered…and nearly lost you, too. I’m striving to be better for you just like I promised, but I need you to know that monster is still there, screaming to use every ruthless part of me to get your words back. —Recovered Correspondence of Lieutenant Xaden Riorson to Cadet Violet Sorrengail Theories we touch on in this episode: Xaden’s Villain Era Will Break Your Heart Rebecca Yarros Disney Interview Reaction Rebecca Yarros Plans to Wreck the Fandom Join us as we explore the deeper themes and hidden meaning of the Iron Flame epigraphs in less than 8 minutes. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram! | |||
| Romantasy Daddy Week-Who’s more Daddy: Tairn or Xaden? with Deep Trope Podcast | 20 Jun 2026 | 01:18:54 | |
In this special bonus episode for Romantasy Daddy Week 2026, we are joined by Rachel and Kate of Deep Trope Podcast. Join us as we answer the question: Who’s more Daddy: Tairn or Xaden? You can find Rachel on Instagram and TikTok @plottwistrach and Deep Trope Podcast @deeptropepodcast and online at https://www.deeptropepodcast.com/. We want to thank independent bookseller, Book Bar, located in Palmyra, Pennsylvania for hosting our first live podcast recording. Find them online at https://www.bookbarus.com/ and on social media @BookBarUS for new and gently used books. | |||
| Iron Flame Chapter 19: The one with the great cosmic power | 18 Jun 2026 | 00:07:57 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros In this episode, we are decoding the epigraph from chapter 19 of Iron Flame. Dragons do not answer to the whims of men. —Colonel Kaori’s Field Guide to Dragonkind Join us as we explore the deeper themes and hidden meaning of the Iron Flame epigraphs in less than 8 minutes. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram! | |||
| Romantasy Daddy Week–Fourth Wing Fathers with RuningBooks | 17 Jun 2026 | 01:12:34 | |
In this special bonus episode for Romantasy Daddy Week 2026, we are joined by Claire from Runing Books. Join us as we dive into the Fourth Wing fathers: Asher Daxton Sorrengail and Fen Riorson… and even touch on King Tauri! You can find the Runing Books crew on social media @runingbooks. | |||
| Iron Flame Chapter 18: The one with the introvert dragons | 14 Jun 2026 | 00:07:41 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros In this episode, we are decoding the epigraph from chapter 18 of Iron Flame. It was only when we pushed the wards to their true limits, extending them far past what we first thought possible and to what I now question as sustainable, that we defined the borders of Navarre, regretfully knowing not every citizen would benefit from their protection. —The Journey of the First Six, a Secondhand Account by Sagar Olsen, First Curator of the Scribe Quadrant, Basgiath War College —Translated into the common language by Captain Madilyn Calros, Twelfth Curator of the Scribe Quadrant, Basgiath War College —Translated and Redacted for Academic Consumption by Colonel Phineas Cartland, Twenty-seventh Curator of the Scribe Quadrant, Basgiath War College Theories we touch on in this episode: Violet asked Xaden the Wrong Question Why are there so few black dragons? Join us as we explore the deeper themes and hidden meaning of the Iron Flame epigraphs in less than 8 minutes. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram! | |||
| Romantasy Daddy Week–“What is Daddy” with Banter and Bookmarks | 14 Jun 2026 | 01:25:31 | |
In this special bonus episode for Romantasy Daddy Week 2026, we are joined by Lindsey and Kelly of Banter and Bookmarks Podcast. Join us as we answer the question: What is Daddy? We discuss all our favorite Romantasy Daddys and chaotically wander into lots of laughs. You can find Banter and Bookmarks on social media @banterandbookmarks and online at banterandbookmarks.com. Learn more about their 2027 FantaSEA Cruise. | |||
| Iron Flame Chapter 17: The one with the language of the gods | 11 Jun 2026 | 00:07:46 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros In this episode, we are decoding the epigraph from chapter 17 of Iron Flame. Many historians choose to ignore the sacrifices made by both humans and dragonkind to establish Navarre under the first wards in favor of praising the spirit of unification, but I would be remiss not to mention the losses suffered, both in terms of the ancestral hatching grounds of each dragon breed and the civilians who did not survive the continent-wide migration that resulted from the opening of Navarre’s borders…or those lost when we closed them. —The Sacrifice of Dragonkind by Major Deandra Naveen Theories we touch on in this episode: The Links Between Gods, Dragons, and Irids Berwyn’s Dagger Does Something Violet’s Can’t Violet is Linked to the Wardstones Join us as we explore the deeper themes and hidden meaning of the Iron Flame epigraphs in less than 8 minutes. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram! | |||
| Iron Flame Chapter 16: The one with the spiritual dragons | 07 Jun 2026 | 00:07:53 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros In this episode, we are decoding the epigraph from chapter 10 of Iron Flame. My dad hoped I’d go into the infantry like he did. He thought riders were pompous pricks, and in his defense…we really are. —Recovered Correspondence of Lieutenant Xaden Riorson to Cadet Violet Sorrengail Theories we touch on in this episode: Basgiath wasn’t meant to be a Death Factory Violet, Xaden, and the Marked Ones Shouldn’t Survive Xaden made Aaric more Powerful Violet Asked Xaden the Wrong Question Join us as we explore the deeper themes and hidden meaning of the Iron Flame epigraphs in less than 8 minutes. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram! | |||
| Iron Flame Chapter 15: The one with the weird boundary | 04 Jun 2026 | 00:07:53 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros In this episode, we are decoding the epigraph from chapter 10 of Iron Flame. There’s a course second year that I can’t tell you about, other than to say that it’s hell. My only advice? Don’t piss off anyone else’s dragon. —Page ninety-six, the Book of Brennan Theories we touch on in this episode: The Book of Brennan Saved Violet Did Mira Become a Hero While Still a Cadet? Xaden Made Aaric's Signet More Powerful Join us as we explore the deeper themes and hidden meaning of the Iron Flame epigraphs in less than 8 minutes. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram! | |||
| Iron Flame Chapter 14: The one with two maps | 31 May 2026 | 00:07:44 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros In this episode, we are decoding the epigraph from chapter 10 of Iron Flame. There is a natural distrust that must be overcome between infantry cadets and riders. This exists mainly because riders will never trust that infantry has the courage to hold the line when dragons arrive, and infantry will never trust that the dragons won’t eat them. —Major Afendra’s Guide to the Riders Quadrant (Unauthorized Edition) Join us as we explore the deeper themes and hidden meaning of the Iron Flame epigraphs in less than 8 minutes. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram! | |||
| Iron Flame Chapter 13: The one with the made up rules | 28 May 2026 | 00:07:54 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros In this episode, we are decoding the epigraph from chapter 10 of Iron Flame. Though the chain of command may be consulted, the final say in any academic punishment or repercussion lies with the commandant’s office. —Article Five, Section Seven The Dragon Rider’s Codex Theories we touch on in this episode: Join us as we explore the deeper themes and hidden meaning of the Iron Flame epigraphs in less than 8 minutes. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram! | |||
| Iron Flame Chapter 12: The one with the grandfather | 24 May 2026 | 00:07:53 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros In this episode, we are decoding the epigraph from chapter 10 of Iron Flame. Sgaeyl watched me kill another cadet for bullying Garrick during Threshing. She says she chose me for my ruthlessness, but I think I just reminded her of my grandfather. —Recovered Correspondence of Lieutenant Xaden Riorson to Cadet Violet Sorrengail Theories we touch on in this episode: Book 4 Prediction: Aaric’s Siblings Xaden Made Aaric's Signet More Powerful Join us as we explore the deeper themes and hidden meaning of the Iron Flame epigraphs in less than 8 minutes. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram! | |||
| Iron Flame Chapter 11: The one with the pen pal with benefits | 21 May 2026 | 00:08:15 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod!
In this episode, we are decoding the epigraph from chapter 10 of Iron Flame. Garrick has always been my best friend. His father was my father’s aide, which in a way makes him my Dain, except trustworthy. After Liam, Bodhi was and still is the closest thing I have to a brother, perpetually tagging along a step behind. —Recovered Correspondence of Lieutenant Xaden Riorson to Cadet Violet Sorrengail Join us as we explore the deeper themes and hidden meaning of the Iron Flame epigraphs in less than 8 minutes. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram! | |||
| Iron Flame Chapter 10: The one with the revenge plot | 17 May 2026 | 00:07:55 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros In this episode, we are decoding the epigraph from chapter 10 of Iron Flame. It is not unheard of that a candidate enters the Riders Quadrant having been paid to assassinate a cadet. I’m sorry Mira was targeted but proud to say she dispatched the threat quickly. You have enemies, General. —Official Notice from Commandant Panchek to General Sorrengail Theories we touch on in this episode: Panchek’s non venin. Here’s why that matters General Aetos is Manipulating Everyone Did Mira become a hero while still a cadet? Join us as we explore the deeper themes and hidden meaning of the Iron Flame epigraphs in less than 8 minutes. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram! | |||
| Iron Flame Chapter 9: The one with the flavors of magic | 14 May 2026 | 00:07:59 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros In this episode, we are decoding the epigraph from chapter 9 of Iron Flame. And in the mountains of the Steelridge range, the green dragons of the Uaineloidsig line, known for their keen intellect and rational countenance, offered their ancestral hatching grounds for the good of dragonkind, and the wards of Navarre were woven by the First Six at what is now Basgiath War College. —United Navarre, a Study in Survival by Grato Burnell, Curator of the Scribe Quadrant Theories we touch on in this episode: Why are there so few black dragons? Join us as we explore the deeper themes and hidden meaning of the Iron Flame epigraphs in less than 8 minutes. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram! | |||
| Iron Flame Chapter 8: The one with Brennan’s deconstruction | 10 May 2026 | 00:07:59 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros In this episode, we are decoding the epigraph from chapter 8 of Iron Flame. It is one thing to cross the parapet your first year. But watching countless candidates lose their life to it feels a little like dying, too. Don’t watch if you can help it. —Page Eighty-Four, the Book of Brennan Theories we touch on in this episode: Mira Failed, Now Violet’s a Rider The Book of Brennan Saved Violet Join us as we explore the deeper themes and hidden meaning of the Iron Flame epigraphs in less than 8 minutes. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram! | |||
| Iron Flame Chapter 7: The one with the list of rules | 07 May 2026 | 00:07:47 | |
SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros In this episode, we are decoding the epigraph from chapter 7 of Iron Flame. All tome requests at the Archives of Basgiath must be recorded and filed. Any cadet who fails to do so will be reported for dereliction of duty, as well as punished for the loss of any text they failed to accurately track. —Colonel Daxton’s Guide to Excelling in the Scribe Quadrant Theories we touch on in this episode: Garrick Explains Asher’s Death Join us as we explore the deeper themes and hidden meaning of the Iron Flame epigraphs in less than 8 minutes. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram! | |||
| Iron Flame Chapter 6: The one with sociopath | 03 May 2026 | 00:07:49 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros In this episode, we are decoding the epigraph from chapter 6 Iron Flame. What no one openly says is that while all four quadrants obey the Code of Conduct, a rider’s first responsibility is to the Codex, which often overrules the regulations other quadrants live by. By definition: the riders make their own rules. —Major Afendra’s Guide to the Riders Quadrant (Unauthorized Edition) Join us as we explore the deeper themes and hidden meaning of the Iron Flame epigraphs in less than 8 minutes. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram! | |||
| Iron Flame Chapter 5: The one with terrible assignment | 30 Apr 2026 | 00:07:59 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros In this episode, we are decoding the epigraph from chapter 5 Iron Flame. After three consecutive deaths of prisoners during his interrogations, it is this command’s opinion that Major Burton Varrish should be reassigned from an active wing until further notice. —Missive from Lieutenant Colonel Degrensi, Samara Outpost, to General Melgren Join us as we explore the deeper themes and hidden meaning of the Iron Flame epigraphs in less than 8 minutes. Theories touch on in the episode: Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram! | |||
| Iron Flame Chapter 4: The one with magic magnet | 26 Apr 2026 | 00:07:57 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros In this episode, we are decoding the epigraph from chapter 4 Iron Flame. As dragons ferociously guard both their young and any information regarding their development, only four facts are known about the Dreamless Sleep. First, it is a critical time of rapid growth and development. Second, the duration varies from breed to breed. Third, as the name suggests, it is dreamless, and fourth, they wake up hungry. —Colonel Kaori’s Field Guide to Dragonkind Join us as we explore the deeper themes and hidden meaning of the Iron Flame epigraphs in less than 8 minutes. Theories touch on in the episode: Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram! | |||
| Iron Flame Chapter 3: The one with participation awards | 23 Apr 2026 | 00:07:59 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros In this episode, we are decoding the epigraph from chapter 3 of Iron Flame. There is no moment as rewarding, as stirring, as…anticlimactic as a Riders Quadrant Graduation. It’s the only time I’ve ever envied the Infantry Quadrant. Now those cadets know how to hold a ceremony. —Major Afendra’s Guide to the Riders Quadrant (Unauthorized Edition) Join us as we explore the deeper themes and hidden meaning of the Iron Flame epigraphs in less than 8 minutes. Theories touch on in the episode: Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram! | |||
| Iron Flame Chapter 2: The one with dragon brothers? | 19 Apr 2026 | 00:07:57 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros In this episode, we are decoding the epigraph from chapter 2 Iron Flame. Join us as we explore the deeper themes and hidden meaning of the Iron Flame epigraphs in less than 8 minutes. Theories touch on in the episode: Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram! | |||
| Iron Flame Chapter 1: The one where the city survived | 16 Apr 2026 | 00:07:53 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros In our first episode of Season 2, we are decoding the epigraph from chapter 1 Iron Flame. Join us as we explore the deeper themes and hidden meaning of the Iron Flame epigraphs in less than 8 minutes. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram! | |||
| Fourth Wing: The one with the 39 Sentence Recap | 12 Apr 2026 | 00:11:12 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros In our final episode of Season 1, we are re-capping Fourth Wing in 39 sentences–one for each chapter. Whether you want to re-live the highlights or refresh your memory before the release of the next book, everything you need to know is right here in 11 minutes. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram! | |||
| Bonus Episode: RCHQ Unmasked with Runing Books! The one with Xaden’s POV | 10 Apr 2026 | 01:04:44 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros Today we are joined by Claire from Runing Books (@runingbooks) for a special episode of RCHQ Unmasked! Instead of decoding a single epigraph, we are going to dive into the three Fourth Wing bonus chapters from Xaden’s point of view! The chapters are available on Rebecca Yarros’s website: https://rebeccayarros.com/bonus-content | |||
| Bonus Episode: The one with the general (Hayley) | 05 Apr 2026 | 00:10:22 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros We are revisiting the epigraph from Fourth Wing, Chapter -19 with Romantasy Chaos HQ community member, Hayley! In response to the Great War, dragons claimed the western lands and gryphons the central ones, abandoning the Barrens and the memory of General Daramor, who nearly destroyed the Continent with his army. Our allies sailed home and we began a period of peace and prosperity as the provinces of Navarre united for the first time behind the safety of our wards, under the protection of the first bonded riders. —Navarre, an Unedited History by Colonel Lewis Markham You can also check out our original coverage of the Chapter 19 Epigraph: The one where dragons picked the wards
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| Bonus Episode: RCHQ Unmasked! The one with Cecy Robson | 02 Apr 2026 | 00:56:30 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Bloodguard We’re excited to welcome New York New York Times and international bestselling author of more than 30 novels, Cecy Robson, to the Romantasy Chaos HQ community. In this longer, Unmasked episode, we explore themes of immigration and socioeconomic disparities in Bloodguard, Cecy’s award winning writing career (including Xavier’s new goal in life the Comic Con Inkpot Award), and the terrifying creatures Cecy’s mind invents. You can find out more about Cecy and get your hands on Bloodguard at her website, on Instagram, and on TikTok.
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| Bonus Episode: The one with the Roman Empire | 29 Mar 2026 | 00:12:14 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros We are diving into a favorite quote from Fourth Wing, Chapter 19 with Romantasy Chaos HQ community member, Sonya! I’m alive. I’m alive. I’m alive. I repeat the mantra in my head as Xaden wipes the blood from my dagger on the back of Oren’s tunic. “Yes. You’re alive.” Xaden steps over Oren’s body and two others, retrieving my dagger from the fallen woman’s shoulder before reaching my armoire. I don’t even recognize her, and yet she tried to kill me. Garrick and Bodhi haul out the first bodies. “I didn’t realize I’d said that out loud.” You can also check out our original coverage of the Chapter 19 Epigraph: The one where dragons picked the wards Theories we touch on in this episode Love fan theories, deep dives, and reading for the resistance? Follow us on Instagram! | |||
| Bonus Episode: With Deep Trope Podcast! The one with resistance, rebellion, and revolution | 26 Mar 2026 | 01:17:29 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros Today we are joined by Kate and Rachel (@plottwistrach) from the recently launched Deep Trope Podcast (@deeptropepodcast) in our first RCHQ Unmasked! Instead of decoding a single epigraph, we are going to look at themes of resistance, rebellion and revolution across the Empyrean series, no timer in sight. As discussed in the episode, here are some resources for Resources: Books to read in Times of Resistance from The Green Dragon Bookshop More books to read in Times of Resistance from The Green Dragon Bookshop So You Want to Talk About Race and Be a Revolution by Ijeoma Oluo Fighting for Justice & Human Rights for ALL Home - National Women's Law Center | |||
| Bonus Episode: The one with the colluding couple | 22 Mar 2026 | 00:11:08 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros We are revisiting the epigraph from Fourth Wing, Chapter 5 with Romantasy Chaos HQ community member, Megan Reeder Hope! Knowing I am in direct disagreement with General Melgren’s orders, I am officially objecting to the plan set forth in today’s briefing. It is not this general’s opinion that the children of the rebellion’s leaders should be forced to witness their parents’ executions. No child should watch their parent put to death. —The Tyrrish Rebellion, an official brief for King Tauri by General Lilith Sorrengail You can also check out our original coverage of the Chapter 5 Epigraph: The one with the rebellion asset Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram! Theories we touch on in this episode: | |||
| Fourth Wing Chapter 39: The one without a cited source | 19 Mar 2026 | 00:08:33 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros We’re diving into the epigraph Fourth Wing Chapter 39, but not like you’ve seen before. To make it a Violet-worthy challenge, we tackle it without prepping and examine its meaning in relation to the whole series, not just the chapter it’s tied to. And because your TBR is longer than a Conscription Day death scroll, we give ourselves just six minutes to blow your mind. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram and join the Romantasy Chaos HQ for free on Patreon! Theories we touch on in this episode: | |||
| Fourth Wing Chapter 38: The one where we need to be vigilant | 15 Mar 2026 | 00:07:51 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros We’re diving into the epigraph Fourth Wing Chapter 38, but not like you’ve seen before. To make it a Violet-worthy challenge, we tackle it without prepping and examine its meaning in relation to the whole series, not just the chapter it’s tied to. And because your TBR is longer than a Conscription Day death scroll, we give ourselves just six minutes to blow your mind. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram and join the Romantasy Chaos HQ for free on Patreon! Theories we touch on in this episode: | |||
| Fourth Wing Chapter 37: The one with the power dynamics | 12 Mar 2026 | 00:07:56 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros We’re diving into the epigraph Fourth Wing Chapter 37, but not like you’ve seen before. To make it a Violet-worthy challenge, we tackle it without prepping and examine its meaning in relation to the whole series, not just the chapter it’s tied to. And because your TBR is longer than a Conscription Day death scroll, we give ourselves just six minutes to blow your mind. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram and join the Romantasy Chaos HQ for free on Patreon! Theories we touch on in this episode: | |||
| Fourth Wing Chapter 36: The one with the corrupting power | 08 Mar 2026 | 00:07:59 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros We’re diving into the epigraph Fourth Wing Chapter 36, but not like you’ve seen before. To make it a Violet-worthy challenge, we tackle it without prepping and examine its meaning in relation to the whole series, not just the chapter it’s tied to. And because your TBR is longer than a Conscription Day death scroll, we give ourselves just six minutes to blow your mind. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram and join the Romantasy Chaos HQ for free on Patreon! Theories we touch on in this episode: | |||
| Fourth Wing Chapter 35: The one where no one recants | 05 Mar 2026 | 00:08:01 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros We’re diving into the epigraph Fourth Wing Chapter 35, but not like you’ve seen before. To make it a Violet-worthy challenge, we tackle it without prepping and examine its meaning in relation to the whole series, not just the chapter it’s tied to. And because your TBR is longer than a Conscription Day death scroll, we give ourselves just six minutes to blow your mind. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram and join the Romantasy Chaos HQ for free on Patreon! | |||
| Fourth Wing Chapter 34: The one with the Romulans and the Klingons | 01 Mar 2026 | 00:07:52 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros We’re diving into the epigraph Fourth Wing Chapter 34, but not like you’ve seen before. To make it a Violet-worthy challenge, we tackle it without prepping and examine its meaning in relation to the whole series, not just the chapter it’s tied to. And because your TBR is longer than a Conscription Day death scroll, we give ourselves just six minutes to blow your mind. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram and join the Romantasy Chaos HQ for free on Patreon! Theories we touch on in this episode: | |||
| Bonus Episode: The one with the venin brother proof | 27 Feb 2026 | 00:11:09 | |
The new venin brother from Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros is figure outable and Avorie tells you who it is in 600 seconds. Download timelines at Romantasy Chaos HQ. | |||
| Fourth Wing Chapter 33: The one with the hidden signets | 26 Feb 2026 | 00:07:53 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros We’re diving into the epigraph Fourth Wing Chapter 33, but not like you’ve seen before. To make it a Violet-worthy challenge, we tackle it without prepping and examine its meaning in relation to the whole series, not just the chapter it’s tied to. And because your TBR is longer than a Conscription Day death scroll, we give ourselves just six minutes to blow your mind. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram and join the Romantasy Chaos HQ for free on Patreon! Theories we touch on in this episode: | |||
| Fourth Wing Chapter 0: The one with the explanation | 23 Feb 2026 | 00:07:06 | |
Fourth Wing Chapter 0: The one with the Explanation Join us as we try something new for people who take Romantasy seriously. In just 360 seconds per episode, we decode the Fourth Wing epigraphs one at a time to find the hidden meanings Rebecca Yarros left for us. You can find us at: @axharleston on Instagram | |||
| Fourth Wing Chapter 32: The one with the change in terminology | 22 Feb 2026 | 00:08:03 | |
Welcome to Romantasy Chaos HQ, the Pod! SPOILER WARNING: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros We’re diving into the epigraph Fourth Wing Chapter 32, but not like you’ve seen before. To make it a Violet-worthy challenge, we tackle it without prepping and examine its meaning in relation to the whole series, not just the chapter it’s tied to. And because your TBR is longer than a Conscription Day death scroll, we give ourselves just six minutes to blow your mind. Love fan theories, deep dives, and unhinged fandom fun? Follow us on Instagram and join the Romantasy Chaos HQ for free on Patreon! Theories we touch on in this episode: | |||