Has anyone else noticed the tiny fact that every other person is mentioned by name at some point,but Daryus and Xander are always just called sons?
As mentioned before, Xander has been mentioned. But I love how Daryus' name was never mentioned. It gives the impression of not really being cared for by Nafaryus, which is why he's always trying to prove himself to his father who obviously shows more affection for Faythe.
"And I won't have to stand
In Faythe's dark shadow anymore
I am through with being pushed aside
Tired of fighting for my father's pride"
I do find the following lines by Nafaryus in Astonishing too cold BECAUSE HE STILL PLAYS FAVORITES UNTIL THE END:
"When the light of my existence
Was slipping through my hands
Pride and ignorance receded
To reveal the humbled man
My prince, my son
You got lost along the way
In light of this new burden that you face
You are forgiven at this day!"
Bad father!