Pick out several characters and discuss how well they do or do not uphold the virtues of their names.

At the end of the book, Burrich is upset that Lady Patience has given Fitz an earring that once belonged to Chivalry. Why would this action make Burrich so angry?

Fitz is known by several names throughout the story: Boy, Fitz, Thomas, and FitzChivalry. Discuss Fitz's evolution in respect to these evolving names.

Why do you think the seamstress changes the emblem on Fitz's clothing from a buck with a red line through it to a buck charging?

Fitz never gets the opportunity to tell Molly how he feels. Is this fair to Fitz or should he have taken the risk, especially in light of the path his life takes?

The Elderlings, or gods, of Fitz's people are mentioned several times but rarely called upon...