Coming of Age Quotes in Eragon

Aha! More signs of maturity from our man Eragon here. Sure, it would feel much better to blast the slave market in Dras-Leona into itty bitty smithereens, but what purpose would that serve? The mature Eragon is able to see the big picture. If he restrains himself, he'll stay a free man and will be better able to destroy Galbatorix's forces once and for all.

We like this newly cautious, mature Eragon. He's more like a chess master now, rather than a dull, magic-firing instrument. His strategy and big-picture thinking mean that he can save his friend, rather than get bogged down in a pointless fight—even if it is with those jerkface Ra'zac.

Here we see Eragon at last embracing the identity he's destined for. It's a sign of his maturity that he's now confident in who he is and is able to take ownership of his powers, and the responsibilities that come with them.