Key Takeaways:
– George R.R. Martin has shared he is around three-quarters through his next novel, The Winds of Winter
– He is also involved in the creation of the Elden Ring video game world, sparking rumors of a possible TV series or film adaptation.
– Despite a number of delays, Martin remains optimistic about completing the much-anticipated novel, but refrains from providing a completion timeline.
George R.R. Martin, the acclaimed author of the famed Game of Thrones series, has left fans with a glimmer of hope as he revealed progress on his much-awaited next novel, The Winds of Winter. According to the author, he has completed roughly three-quarters of the much-anticipated book.
The Journey of The Winds of Winter
A part of the iconic A Song of Ice and Fire series, The Winds of Winter has seen numerous delays that left fans fuming. The book has grown to an estimated 1,500 pages, and Martin claims to have penned between 1,100 and 1,200 of them. The delays led to an unexpected turn for fans as the HBO adaptation, Game of Thrones, outpaced the release of the novel.
Martin has struggled to stick to his estimated completion deadlines for the book, stirring up a wave of criticism and speculation. The most grim were speculation on the fate of the book series when Martin tested positive for COVID-19 in 2022.
While quarantined, however, Martin spent his time wisely. In an interview with Vanity Fair, he revealed that he made considerable progress on The Winds of Winter. He also opened up about his thoughts on the completion of the novel, stating, “It'll be done when it's done.”
Possible Elden Ring Adaptation
In addition to providing updates on The Winds of Winter, Martin also teased another project. The rumors revolve around a possible TV series or film adaptation for the widely acclaimed video game, Elden Ring.
Known for his world-building skills, Martin was pivotal in crafting the immersive world of Elden Ring. He added some of his signature ‘deep, dark, and resonant' overtones to the games, contributing to its success greatly.
While Martin was cryptic about the possibility of an adaptation in his blog post, his comments sparked rampant speculation amongst fans. Such an adaptation, however, might stir up dissatisfaction among those waiting for The Winds of Winter.
Conclusion
As things stand now, Martin remains determined in his commitment to completing The Winds of Winter. Fans hoping for news on the publication date are likely to be disappointed as Martin firmly stays away from making any predictions.
Meanwhile, the possibility of an Elden Ring adaptation adds another project to Martin's ever-growing list. Regardless of the rumors, one thing is sure: Martin remains a pivotal figure in the realm of fantasy writing.
Fans eager for more of Martin's tales can catch the screen adaptations of his work, including Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon, now on Max.
