Well, it makes heart sing that Cnaüir is alive. Not how I thought it would happen, but awesome nonetheless. Wow, is he damned or is he damned? I loved the description of the swazond smoking also.
As far as his age and shape that he is in, I simply chalk it up to his relentless attitude and his thirst for vengeance. While I'd love to see him turn into a "hero", I don't buy that happening. Once, the breaker of horses and men has sworn an oath, that is his mission. He wants to kill Kellhus, and while I don't believe he gives two shits about what the Consult wants or his damnation, he's not gonna suddenly realize that Kellhus is doing the "right" thing. If anything, I can see a great confrontation between him and Moe Jr. That be great.