Elric Melnibonélainen by Michael Moorcock

Elric Melnibonélainen

The Elric Saga #1

Michael Moorcock

168 pages • first pub 1972 (editions)

fiction fantasy adventurous challenging dark slow-paced
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In the ancient land of sorcerous Melniboné, Elric sits upon the Ruby Throne. An albino kept alive by drugs and magic, he is cursed with a keen and cynical intelligence that forces him onto a path few would take willingly—eternal adventure.

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Moods

adventurous 97%
dark 72%
mysterious 35%
tense 20%
reflective 18%
emotional 9%
sad 7%
funny 3%
inspiring 3%
challenging 2%
hopeful 2%
lighthearted 2%
relaxing 2%
informative 1%

Pace

medium 45%
fast 43%
slow 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 53% | Plot: 37% | Character: 9%

Strong character development?

No: 34% | Yes: 34% | It's complicated: 31%

Loveable characters?

No: 43% | It's complicated: 31% | Yes: 22% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 69% | It's complicated: 15% | Yes: 12% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 11%

Average rating

3.62

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