Prose

A Glimpse of War

Back home with the Beetle

"Rikica's steps were fast and steady, his eyes on the beetle box on top of the book. His head felt fuzzy like he would have been drinking a full bottle of wine, but at the same time, he didn't feel drunk."

Bad Jokes

Bait for the Albatross

"What on the earth are you doing?" Zato sighed, looking at his little brother, who was cover in the flour. Oku lift his eyes, his grin wide as one of the tiger, though it looked particularly funny since he had just lost both of his front teeth...

By the Seaside

he Winds from north-east raised white-topped waves, a stormbird’s call was barely audible through the whirling of the wind.

Evensong for the Seekers

Sound of the bells resonated in the air, as the Moon Terrace was finally falling to sleep. Curfew approached, as the dragonborn guard started their night patrol. For a mere four hours, streets would be empty, besides the patrols that guarded them...

Finders, Keepers

Gates of Netehdrez

It was hard to accurately describe how monumental this moment was to Ilphinidia Pridescar, as they had slowly descended to the depths of the Underdark. Anticipation made her stomach turn...

Just a Dagger

Letter from the Surface

"Rikica's eyes scanned the small picture one more time, smirking silently. Small painting has such vivid colors that the faint glow of the glowing crystals barely made justice..."

Letter to Brother

Message heard loud and clear

"Naecan moved restlessly, his yellow, cat-like eyes gleaming in frustration, as he guarded the great elder. He watched as the pale gaunt figure of the great hunter barely could stay in a sitting position..."

Missing Home

Sense of powerlessness

"She gently climbed up a few steps on the staircase, then checked that father was occupied. With a girlish, sly smile she hurried her steps to reach the second floor and hurried towards the windows on the front..."

Shackles and Compassion

Sister Talk

"Well he is moody as heck", Skippy muttered with a smirk to Ilphinidia, as her significantly taller sister sat next to her. "What's his story?" She peeked back to a tall pale elf who was totally engrossed to his work.

Spoons

The Last One Standing

The Messenger

The Missing Piece

The Paleface

"He could still hear the sound of crumpling tunnel mouth in his ears when he got anxious. See how the comforting dark was sealed away from him..."

The Sorrow Basket

"So are you angry?" boy's frustrated question broke the silence between them. Zato Shadowblade moved behind his father, holding awkwardly the basket he was told to hold...

The Vow

The Web-Bound Lovers

The Original Long Version Which Mentions The Names Of The Heroes And Has An Unhappy Ending

Throne of the Emperor

On the throne, he sits; Alathar Thelirme, emperor of Islenor. His robes are the finest velvet, his cloak rimmed with white furs. His long, golden hair goes beyond his knees, and as he sits, tips of it hit the floor.

Uncertainty

He sneaked into the doorway of the kitchen of their family’s inn. His older sister Myela had almost finished washing the dishes, and she was humming to herself. She looked a little tired, the young high elf boy noticed...

Uncomfortable Silence

Walk from the Greywind

"Her smile was bright and gentle. "Thank you. I have enjoyed your company. Please tell regards to your mother." Bright rubies were following him, like trying to catch his eyes..."

Web of Opportunities