mortality-and-immortality

Characters reflect on their own invulnerability and mortality, especially in light of Wednesday's death, highlighting the tension between old gods and their fading power.

1 chapter across 1 book

American Gods (2001)Neil Gaiman

Chapter 43

In this chapter, Shadow, Mr. Nancy, and Czernobog prepare for the aftermath of the All-Father's death by meeting Alviss, the king of the dwarfs, who pledges support for their cause. They travel south in a disguised VW bus, discussing the concept of a 'neutral' place for a vigil over Wednesday's body, ultimately focusing on the symbolic center of America as a potential meeting point. Throughout their journey, the characters reflect on loyalty, trust, and the shifting nature of belief and power among the old gods.