Ender's Game: Chapter 14 Flashcards

Ender's Game: Chapter 14 Overview

• Graff eats when he is tense, showcasing a coping mechanism under stress.
• Admiral Chanrajnagar is the head of Command School on Eros, representing leadership in the International Fleet (I.F.).
• Ender dislikes Eros because it closely resembles Earth, evoking uncomfortable memories.
• Ender spends a year at Command School to master all 15 levels of the simulator.
• Following a challenging simulator session, Graff departs, leading Ender to a new companion for support.
• The old man, Mazor Rackham, is described as about 60, with wrinkles and white whiskers, making him the oldest man on Eros.
• Ender and Mazor play a game where they remain silent for a long time, and Ender ultimately loses, highlighting a test of patience.
• Mazor Rackham becomes Ender's teacher and antagonist, tasked with creating the simulator that Ender will use.
• While Mazer is absent, Ender's door remains locked, emphasizing a sense of confinement.
• Ender nicknames Mazor as "Jailor Rackham," reflecting his feelings of imprisonment.
• Mazor fought his battle 70 years prior, indicating the passage of time and history's impact on current events.
• He attributes his longevity to "the miracle of relativity," suggesting a connection between time dilation and perception of life.
• Mazer has been on Eros for 20 years post-battle, signifying his long-term commitment to training.
• The necessity of Mazer's presence is to prepare the future fleet commander, highlighting the importance of mentorship.
• Mazer's tactical prowess is illustrated when he detonates a ship, leading to victory.
• Mazer theorizes that buggers operate as a collective mind with a singular queen, whose death leads to the collapse of their species.
• Eros was a strategic outpost for buggers during the First Invasion, serving as a critical location in the war.
• Skepticism surrounds Mazer's claims as the queen's remains were obliterated, making evidence elusive.
• Humans learned gravity manipulation and stellar energy from the buggers, showcasing borrowed advanced technologies.
• The weapon endorsed is the molecular detachment device (Dr.Device), a play on the acronym M.D. (Medical Doctor) linked to its purpose.
• Ender's trusted squadron leaders include Alai, Bean, Petra, Dink, Crazy Tom, Shen, Hot Soup, Fly Molo, and Carn Carby, forming a loyal team.
• Mazer’s family suffered tragic losses, affecting his emotional state and relationship with his grandchildren.
• Petra's setback in battle caused her to shy away from taking risks again, impacting her development.
• Ender needed medical attention after he was found injuring himself in a fit of stress.
• Ender's concern about the fate of failed students indicates his awareness of the high stakes involved.
• A blackout episode occurred for Ender during which he hallucinated for three days, a sign of extreme mental strain.
• Ender's "dream" revealed a conversation between Mazer and Graff, where Graff professes love for Ender, desiring to connect emotionally.
• The unexpected guilt and anger Ender feels post-war illustrate the psychological toll of his actions; he grapples with the moral implications of victory.
• The Warsaw Pact desires Ender's death, suggesting growing tensions and looming threats against him.
• Ender remained unconscious for five days during the League War, emphasizing the severity of conditions during conflicts.
• A truce was achieved on Earth through the Locke Proposal, indicating a shift towards diplomacy amidst ongoing strife.