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Book #3 of 3 in LegionStatus: Ongoing
Legion & The Emperor's Soul
Brandon Sanderson

Legion & The Emperor's Soul

Quick Answer

Read "Legion & The Emperor's Soul" as the 3rd book in the Legion sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "Legion / Legion Skin Deep" (Book 2)

There are multiple ways to approach this series. Our recommended order is optimized for first-time readers.

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Verdict Insight: As the 3rd installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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2014237 pp
Reunidos en un solo volumen, dos brillantes novelas cortas que ilustran sendas facetas de la obra de uno de los maestros consagrados de la fantasia contemporanea internacional, y que hacen gala tanto de su firme pulso narrativo como del alcance de su poderosa imaginacion. Fantascy presenta un autentico acontecimiento para los numerosos seguidores de Brandon Sanderson, y un descubrimiento para los que aun no lo son: reunidos en un solo volumen, dos brillantes novelas cortas que ilustran sendas facetas de la obra de uno de los maestros consagrados de la fantasia contemporanea internacional y que hacen gala tanto de su firme pulso narrativo como del alcance de su poderosa imaginacion. LEGION Stephen Leeds tiene una mente tan poderosa que roza lo sobrehumano y le permite repartirse entre una multitud de personalidades, entes imaginarias que solo el ve, que despliegan una diversidad de habilidades especializadas. Cuando contratan sus servicios para recuperar un objeto robado, Leeds se lanza a la busqueda del inventor, desaparecido en condiciones sospechosas. El artefacto codiciado es una camara fotografica capaz de captar imagenes del pasado, cuyas propiedades podrian cambiar nuestra forma de entender la historia de la humanidad. La investigacion sumira a Leeds en un conflicto que lo llevara desde Estados Unidos hasta la antigua ciudad de Jerusalen. Esta intensa aventura detectivesca aborda temas como la naturaleza del tiempo, los usos potenciales de la tecnologia y la complicada relacion entre la politica y la fe. Deberia ser del agrado de las legiones de fans de Sanderson y tambien le hara ganar nuevos aficionados. Pat's Fantasy Hotlist EL ALMA DEL EMPERADOR Shai, una maga Falsificadora, ha sido condenada a muerte; pero el consejo le ofrece su libertad a cambio de la mayor falsificacion que pueda emprenderse: la del alma del emperador, en estado catatonico tras un atentado. Al adivinar las motivaciones de sus captores, Shai deduce que no sobrevivira ni siquiera si logra cumplir el cometido. Asi pues, trama formas de escapar del palacio a la vez que que se esfuerza en comprender hasta el limite de lo posible los entresijos de la personalidad del emperador. Aunque asume la necesidad de huir, a Shai le atrae poderosamente la idea de crear la falsificacion mas extraordinaria del mundo... Es posible crear una copia de un alma tan convincente que supere al original? <b>ENGLISH DESCRIPTION</b> When Shai is caught replacing the Moon Scepter with her nearly flawless forgery, she must bargain for her life. An assassin has left the Emperor Ashravan without consciousness, a circumstance concealed only by the death of his wife. If the emperor does not emerge after his hundred-day mourning period, the rule of the Heritage Faction will be forfeit and the empire will fall into chaos. Shai is given an impossible task: to create--to Forge--a new soul for the emperor in less than one hundred days. But her soul-Forgery is considered an abomination by her captors. She is confined to a tiny, dirty chamber, guarded by a man who hates her, spied upon by politicians, and trapped behind a door sealed in her own blood. Shai's only possible ally is the emperor's most loyal counselor, Gaotona, who struggles to understand her true talent. Time is running out for Shai. Forging, while deducing the motivations of her captors, she needs a perfect plan to escape...

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Complete Series Reading Order

Publication Order

Preserves character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.

Chronological Order

May spoil surprises but improves timeline clarity for deep lore fans.

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Why this order?

Our team of curators analyzes publication history, author interviews, and internal narrative continuity to establish the definitive reading sequence. This ensures zero spoilers and maximum narrative impact.

Why This Order Is Confusing

Many reading lists for Legion conflict because early publishers often labeled short story collections as standalone novels, or rearranged internal chronologies for marketing. This guide follows original author intent and narrative continuity to settle the debate for good.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I skip reading Legion & The Emperor's Soul?

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Can I read Legion & The Emperor's Soul before Legion / Legion Skin Deep?

No. We recommend reading Legion / Legion Skin Deep first. Legion & The Emperor's Soul is the 3th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is Legion & The Emperor's Soul required reading for the Legion?

Yes, it is a core installment in the series reading order and contains critical character development and plot progression.

What comes after Legion & The Emperor's Soul in the reading order?

Currently, Legion & The Emperor's Soul is the latest entry listed in our database for this series guide.