Rebecca Yarros’Onyx Stormsees many of its characters go through a period of growth and transformation, but perhaps the most surprising relationship dynamic is seen between Violet and the marked ones. After getting off to an extremely rocky start inFourth Wing, their relationship begins to grow withViolet inIron Flame—but they still don’t trust her completely and often keep her in the dark when it comes to their plans. However,Onyx Storm’s narrativeshows just how far they’ve come to accepting Violet as not only a friend, but a leader.
AfterIron Flame’s plot twist ending, Violet is the only one who knows that Xaden is turning venin—butOnyx Storm’s prologue shows how quickly she is willing to put her trust in Xaden’s friends. After revealing the truth to Garrick, Bohdi, and Imogen, they all agree to keep his affliction a secret and help find a cure. As Xaden is the leader of the revolution, it’s no surprise that the marked one’s loyalty would first go to him. However, their actions showcase their loyalty to Violet as well—andOnyx Stormreverses their previous relationship dynamic in the sweetest way.
Onyx Storm Reverses Violet’s Relationship With The Marked Ones In A Sweet Way
They Are Genuinely Concerned With Violet’s Safety
From the beginning of the novel, it’s clear that only a select few are made aware of Xaden’s affliction—and Imogen, Garrick, and Bodhi are often seen watching over Xaden to verify he doesn’t draw upon more power. But while his three closest friends are concerned aboutfinding a cure for Xaden,Onyx Storm’s early chapters reveal they are more concerned about Violet’s safety. In chapter one, Imogen tries to relay their worries to Violet over sharing a room with Xaden, and even suggests that she find another sleeping arrangement until he’s cured.
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At this point, Xaden has not drawn more power from the earth, but the marked ones are aware it’s an ever-present temptation. Knowing how their relationship started inFourth Wing,their worry over Violet is a really sweet moment of growth for their characters' relationships inOnyx Storm—and proves just how far they’ve come to accepting Violet as one of their own. While Violet clearly doesn’t take their concerns to heart, the three are still found throughout the narrative to be watching over them both to ensure Xaden doesn’t accidentally harm her.
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Her Character Is Looked To For Direction Throughout Onyx Storm
Violet’s growing relationship with Garrick, Bodhi, and Imogen is evident throughoutOnyx Storm. However,their growing friendship doesn’t only stem from their loyalty to Xaden and concern for her safety, but respect for her leadership.Onyx Stormsees Violet grapple with the realities of leadership and the plot really pushes her character to grow into a role that’s been thrust upon her—due to her powerful signet and dragon. While leading the quest proves to be a difficult one for her character to accept, it’s obvious just how much the otherFourth Wingcharactersrespect Violet’s decisions—even when they might disagree.
Through her secret marriage to Xaden at the end ofOnyx Storm, she will not only become the Duchess of Tyrrendor, but the remaining leader of the revolution.
Now that Xaden is gone, and has left Violet control of Aretia,it’s likely her position in leadership will play an even larger role in futureEmpyrean Seriesnovels. Through her secret marriage to Xaden at the end ofOnyx Storm, she will not only become the Duchess of Tyrrendor, but the remaining leader of the revolution. While this will surely be a daunting task for Violet in thenextFourth Wingbook, the support of her squad and respect from the marked ones will provide her with a firm foundation on which she can begin to rule.
