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As a comic book fan, I’ve been following the news about this incredible sale, and it’s just mind-blowing! Why did one single copy sell for over $3 million—way more than the previous record? Well, a huge part of it is the condition. This comic is almost 90 years old, but experts at the Certified Guaranty Company gave it a 9.0 out of 10 – basically, it’s in amazing shape! And the story of how it was found is pretty cool too. Apparently, three brothers discovered it tucked away in their mother’s attic, hidden in a box of old newspapers.

Okay, so as a viewer of Critical Role Campaign 4, I was floored by the reveal of Wicandar Halovar’s true origins. It turns out Wick isn’t exactly…fully human. His grandmother, Yanessa Halovar, used Celestial blood – from a former servant of the sun god – in a Wish spell to create his father. This means Godard Halovar is essentially a half-angel, complete with wings and glowing eyes. And that, naturally, makes Sam Reigel’s Wicandar at least partially a god himself. It’s a fascinating backstory that adds a whole new layer to his character!

It’s strange that Eleven suddenly needed to focus on physical balance during that fight, considering she hasn’t needed that in previous battles with monsters. And it doesn’t really make sense that walking on a plank would affect how powerful her psychic attacks are – those attacks are just the full force of her telekinetic abilities. Still, it’s nice to see the heroes preparing seriously for their final showdown with the villain.

The Fletching & Moondrop Carnival is full of fun references to Critical Role. Listen closely and you might hear Mollymauk Tealeaf mention Percy DeRolo with the phrase “everything will be as dandy as a DeRolo” – a connection between Taliesin Jaffe’s characters in The Mighty Nein and The Legend of Vox Machina. We also see Jester create her signature lollipop weapon while playing a carnival game, and a quick appearance by Kiri, the aarakocra child. But the best Easter egg is when Fjord and Jester walk through a Hall of Mirrors. The mirrors show them different versions of themselves, and if you look closely, you can spot an animated version of Travis Willingham and Laura Bailey – a clever nod to the actors who bring these characters to life!

Francesca Orsi, Head of HBO Drama, announced that both A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms will return for a second season and House of the Dragon for a fourth. She expressed excitement about continuing to expand the world of Game of Thrones for its dedicated fans. Orsi highlighted that the new season of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, arriving in January, will offer an inspiring story, while House of the Dragon will return this summer with even more spectacular battles.

Francesca Orsi, head of HBO Drama Series and Films, announced that both House of the Dragon and A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms have been renewed for the next three years. She said HBO is excited to continue building on the world of Game of Thrones for its dedicated fans. Orsi highlighted that the two shows demonstrate the depth and creativity of George R.R. Martin’s universe, and she believes audiences will love the story of Dunk and Egg coming in January. She also promised that House of the Dragon will return this summer with even more spectacular battles.