Chasing the Prophecy

The details about the magic system and setting made the story come alive. I wonder how much of it was planned out in advance versus developed as they wrote.

His personal growth seemed intertwined with the larger quest, but I kept wondering which was the true focus. Did anyone else feel the same?

The story took some time to pick up speed again, but I appreciated the deeper world details. Would love to hear others' thoughts on the pacing.