Here you will find the latest news in the world of Raymond E. Feist. It maybe the title of the next book, a new release or even a new project, but it could also be an update on an existing project. What ever it is though, we hope to present it to you as soon as we are aware of it. If you know something we don't, that relates to Raymond E. Feist, and believe it should be here, then please contact us.
Wed Dec 1st, 1999
The Atlas has Moved!
Ralph Askren has moved his excellent site, http://www.elvandar.com The Unofficial Atlas to the Worlds of Raymond E. Feist to a new address.
Wed Dec 1st, 1999
Russian Covers
John also posted this site update:
I have just uploaded the new Russian covers to my site for Magician Master, Shadow of a Dark Queen, Rise of a Merchant Prince, Rage of a Demon King
They can be found in the publication information.
Larger pictures can be seen by clicking on the image
Thanks to Jack for providing the info on these.
You can also find the cover from the Russian edition of Legends at
Wed Dec 1st, 1999
Ray's Video Debut
John Bunting recently posted this about an upcoming video featuring Ray:
The Myth Makers is the first in a new line/series of video tape interviews with famous actors/writers/production staff from SF and Fantasy.
The video tape features an exclusive interview with Ray talking about his life and work, together with footage shot at FantasyCon in Birmingham (UK) and a book signing at Dillons. It also includes extensive art from his many overseas editions.
It really will be a chance for Ray's fans to meet the man himself.
It'll be 55 minutes long and available world-wide in NTSC or PAL format via the Internet and specialist shops. Preliminary the price will be about £12.99 +pandp ($21 US Dollars +pandp)
The planned release date is 1st December, at which time a website will be up and running so that anyone interested can order direct using a credit card or by fax, phone or mail.
There are 300 Limited Edition signed copies.
If you wish to place a reservation order, email me, and I will provide you with the details.
He also posted this note about the current status of the video:
I understand there have been delays in production of the video. Apparently editing is starting next week.
Mon Nov 29th, 1999
Ray in the Netherlands
There is a nice new site, with pictures and description of one of Ray's recent booksignings in the Netherlands, available here.
Wed Nov 24th, 1999
10,000 Hits
I'd like to thank everyone who supports this site. The Index topped 10,000 yesterday, a great milestone (and all since I moved the site in August)! Please keep visiting for the latest news on Ray Feist and the world of Midkemia.
Wed Nov 24th, 1999
Desslock Mentions Return to Krondor
In his First Impressions of Ultima IX: Ascension, Desslock throws in this mention of Return to Krondor:
There are numerous scripted scenes between NPCs and they're pretty entertaining. Voice acting is variable, but never horrible (not as good as in Return to Krondor, however, which Ultima IX occasionally resembles).
Mon Nov 22nd, 1999
Korean Editions
Ray posted this about the deal for Korean editions:
As I understand it, it's a done deal. I don't have the name of the publisher, but I'll find out.
Mon Nov 22nd, 1999
The Thief of Dreams
Although it was never made, there was an developed plot to The Thief of Dreams, Dynamix's planned sequel to Betrayal at Krondor. Sierra dropped the license and Ray moved the next game to 7th Level (before it returned to Sierra amid 7th Level's financial destruction). Here's Ray's thoughts on plot of Thief:
Well, I never read a final script, 'cause one never got written. I think Neal thinks the idea was his best. Could be.
Short version.
Jimmy and Co goes to Kesh, to Durbin, to investigate something, I think rumors that the Crawler is in Durbin. They find a religious movement taking place, with a 'prophet' out in the mountains. He's the guy who found the Codex (I gave it to Nakor when Thief of Dreams fell apart) and he's become very powerful, and a little unhinged because of no REM sleep for years.
Some good ideas, but as I never read a final script, I can't comment on the overall quality.
Neal tends to shoehorn lots of things into scripts and then hook them all together, which is very useful for games. A pain in the ass for books. <g>
Mon Nov 22nd, 1999
krondor.com Update
A temporary page recently appeared on www.krondor.com , which Ray recently acquired control of. Here is some more information on the site:
I didn't put that [the temporary page] up. That's network solutions. Do it for Krondor.net or Krondor.org and you get the same page. It's their way of saying someone's grabbed the address, but hasn't handed it off to a network administrator.
As for when it goes live and what we're doing with it, that's up to Steve [Abrams]. I'll see him on Thanksgiving and ask what he thinks.
When asked about how he acquired the ownership of the domains (they were previously owned, but unused, by another party), Ray said:
They asked, and I said, 'No, no payment. You can keep it if you like, and keep paying for it, but if you use it commercially, I'll hit you with a cease and desist lawyer letter so fast it'll turn your shirt around. If you sell it to anyone for commercial reasons I'll sue both parties. Have a nice day.' They let it go.
Hopefully the new site will be live before the end of the year, with tons of 'official' information regarding all of Ray's upcoming projects.
Mon Nov 15th, 1999
Computer Game Update
In his continued effort to be as cryptic as possible, Ray posted this recently:
At this time we have no relations with any computer game company. We're listening to other people's ideas at present.
Mon Nov 15th, 1999
Finished
I just finished Krondor: The Assassins, and I really enjoyed it. Until I can write a more detailed review, I'll simply say that it is not as good as Ray's earlier works, but is still damn entertaining. Ray did a great job of weaving in some of the elements from the games, but this book (much more so than Krondor: The Betrayal) covers a lot of new ground. Go read it!
Fri Nov 12th, 1999
Chuck Mitchell, Jedi Knight
It seems that LucasFilm has selected Chuck Mitchell, who created the soundtrack to Return to Krondor, to produce two foreign-language editions of Star Wars Episode One: The Phantom Menace. Here's more from the http://www.voiceofthearts.com Voice of the Arts' website :
Voice Of The Arts' Owner and Chief, Chuck Mitchell, has been entrusted by 20th Century Fox and Lucasfilm, Ltd. To supervise the Cantonese and Russian dubs of Star Wars, Episode 1.
From recording to mix, Chuck has been contracted to take the responsibility of interfacing with the studios and talent of bothHong Kong and Russia, and return for final mixing of these versions at the acclaimed Skywalker Ranch in Northern California.
"I think this is a perfect use of my 20 years of audio recording and producing experience." States Mr. Mitchell. "Working on the projects during the last several months has been an exciting experience. I'm quite proud of my dedicated team members and the final results our efforts."
If you're ever in Hong Kong OR Russia, be sure to see the fruits of Chuck's work at the local theaters.
Fri Nov 12th, 1999
Krondor: the Assassins
Krondor: the Assassins has finally been released in the United States, and I just purchased my copy today. Hopefully I'll get it read this weekend and will have some sort of review posted shortly thereafter.
Fri Nov 5th, 1999
Legends Review
J. A. Hitchcock posted this to the list:
My review of LEGENDS 1, which includes Raymonds 'The Wood Boy' is finally up at EON Magazine at
Mon Nov 1st, 1999
Crydee.com Update
Over the past week, John Bunting has made numerous changes to his http://www.crydee.com website. There are too many to list them all, but they include new cover art, character bios, and other interesting items. The neatest is a scan of an article titled 'Alien Wine' that Ray wrote, which can be found here.
