Different men have different ways, Logen had told him once, and you have to have fear to have courage

Different men have different ways, Logen had told him once, and you have to have fear to have courage

In the world of Joe Abercrombie's novels, particularly in his First Law series, the idea that different men have different ways is a central theme. Characters like Logen Ninefingers, a fierce warrior with a troubled past, embody this concept as they navigate the harsh and unforgiving world Abercrombie has created. Logen's words to another character, "you have to have fear to have courage," speak to the complex nature of bravery and the inner struggles that many of Abercrombie's characters face.

Logen himself is a prime example of a man who has faced his fair share of fear and adversity. Known as the Bloody-Nine for his ruthless and brutal fighting style, Logen is haunted by his past actions and the violence that seems to follow him wherever he goes. Despite this, Logen continues to push forward, facing his fears head-on and finding the courage to do what needs to be done, even when the odds are stacked against him.