Reading Notes: Kalevala Reading B

•  Joukahainen's Revenge 
• I love the first large paragraph of this story. It is very descriptive and I have a clear picture of him on his stallion
• The phrasing of the words is similar to reading A. I like the phrasing and wish I could recreate a story with such a tone. 
• Could be something to try in the future 
• The bow and arrows are described excellently. They are highly detailed. So far, I am not sure if that is symbolizing they will be important later, but so far it is just a side detail
• I see his anger for Väinämöinen remains 
• Forgiveness is not one of Joukahainen character traits 
• Reminds me just a little bit of Anakin Skywalker, letting his fear and anger control him. But in a different way for sure 
• Quite interesting that his mother stopped him from losing an arrow at Väinämöinen. I'm confused because I thought he traveled away by horse so how did his mother get there? 
• I like the lead-up in this story. It seems to be preparing the reader for the climax in the next story.
• This story does not delve into emotions much. I would try to adapt it and include a more emotional tone 
• But I do like the story without it too. It feels more like watching an event from the outside without knowing any of the actors 
• Joukahainen's Revenge (cont.) 
  
• I love this moment of conflict within Joukahainen. The detail of one hand is ready and the other hand is not, depicts his inner struggle well
• Great fine details about his movements and items 
• After Joukahainen shoots a few arrows, I am confused how Väinämöinen would not notice
• I do not love the ending of this story. The action is ok, but I would have preferred something more interactive between the two. However, I think it is written very well, and it aligns with who I think the characters are. 
• I am assuming Väinämöinen is not dead, just badly injured. The story is worded in a way that makes me think he is still alive. 
• I like how it ends with Joukahainen talking again with his mother and his mother not liking his actions. It wraps up his story with his mother 

Bow and Arrow