Convention (Mar Chapter 8)
Mar talks with friends, visits a tech convention and has unexpected interactions.
5675 words | 23 min
Abilno Affairs (Lor Astazor 1.11)
<~ 1.10 (Once Upon a Disaster) | Index | (Threa) 1.12 ~> (Coming 12th of July) You’re making this unnecessarily complicated, Hiamora said telepathically to Tresno as the two of them made their way through the top floor of the … Continued
Once Upon a Disaster (Lor Astazor 1.10)
<~ 1.9 (An Unexpected Visitor) | Index | (Abilno Affairs) 1.11 ~> “I discovered my ‘abilities’ quite early on in my life. Some Type 2’s don’t realize what they are until someone points out how they age ‘really well’ … Continued
Mountain View (Irikshan 5)
Having departed from Shormton in the morning and walked most of the day, Irikshan finally gets a better view of the scenery.
4723 words | 19 min
An Unexpected Visitor (Lor Astazor 1.9)
<~ 1.8 (The Black Market) | Index | (Once Upon a Disaster) 1.10 ~> “Great news!” Monsele said joyously as she entered Krestean’s office. “Admiral Armella just contacted us, saying she’s willing to give this place a try!” A … Continued
Homecoming (Mar Chapter 7)
After a long year of training to better control his abilities at Raifal Mage college, Mar finally returns to his parents’ home.
6426 words | 26 min
Adversaries
Following the leads, Techtor has located a military complex that houses both a nuclear silo and a research facility. He has assembled a small team of mutants to help him in his mission into the facility.
The Black Market (Lor Astazor 1.8)
<~ 1.7 (The Battle of Atlantis) | Index | (An Unexpected Visitor) 1.9 ~> *bang* Despite the hushed cough of the gun, the sound echoed faintly in the empty room. The bullet that left Tristul’s gun went straight through … Continued
Making Friends
Having dealt with a group of mutant hunters and freed their captives, Techtor and Scope’s job is not done yet. A mutated ant convinces Techtor to travel with it to its colony for information on a nuke.
Departure (Irikshan 4)
With some farewells and some companions, Irikshan departs from Shormton to begin his trek across the Imaadudish Empire. 3072 words | 12 min
The Battle of Atlantis (Lor Astazor 1.7)
<~ 1.6 (Divine Disputes) | Index | (The Black Market) 1.8 ~> Early next day, Drakian and Horus went with Isis to check on the supposed ‘poisonous air’. The Greek deities were eager for battle, but luring them into a … Continued
The Tale of Lestril’s Flame
In the side of Mount Crone, many a year ago, Lestril lived serenely, far from the world below. His home lusciously green, ample of prey and fruits, Until Kartes collapsed, freezing the worlds very roots. Snow and ice pervaded, all … Continued
Gathering Storm
Techtor and Scope have been tracking some mutant hunters and preparing to assault their mutant fighting ring, but a blizzard has blown in and may disrupt these plans.
Royal Affairs (Part 6)
<~ Part 6 | Index The smell of salt filled his lungs as a breeze came from the west. It has been a while since he was last here, but the scent of the sea was as good as he … Continued
Royal Affairs (Part 5)
<~ Part 4 | Index | Part 6 ~> “This is unthinkable!” Kersoth burst into the room occupied by Yintul. “Are you seriously thinking that I will abdicate for you?!” His eyes were burning with hatred, an everlasting fire sparked … Continued
Royal Affairs (Part 4)
<~ Part 3 | Index | Part 5 ~> Two dragons walked through the dark forest, their snouts hidden underneath dark green hoods. Even though there has been peace for years now, Orneal has still felt uneasily going this deep … Continued
Divine Disputes (Lor Astazor 1.6)
<~ 1.5 (Nycombian Diplomacy) | Index | (The Battle of Atlantis) 1.7 ~> Thousands of light years away, Drakian made his way back to the nearest human establishment. Last time he visited Earth the humans had the most basic of … Continued
Royal Affairs (Part 3)
<~ Part 2 | Index | Part 4 ~> It was the middle of the night when Ahnu’ur could feel repeated, hasty pushing on his side, stealing him from the sleep’s embrace. “What’s going on?” He asked with a tired … Continued
Royal Affairs (Part 2)
<~ Part 1 | Index | Part 3 ~> A few months later the preparations were done – a marriage joint with signing of a peace treaty; held at the border so that both races could attend. There weren’t as … Continued
Royal Affairs (Part 1)
| Index | Part 2 ~> The two dragons sat opposite of each other in a large empty room. It has not beeneasy getting them both here, especially without guards that swore to follow them whereverthey went – both the … Continued
They Wanted War
Captain Sythen, the ace pilot of starfighter Shinnema, is called to duty once again. This character-prompt piece was written as a thank-you for DoodleNoodleSpoodlePoodle/paenkeks, who made her own take on Mar and Rentik. 1148 words | 5 min Sythen’s headset … Continued
Nought but a Taste of Adventure
A nycomb named Carci works a dead-end job as a mechanic at the Yagurn mining colony. Yet, she maintains the dream of one day travelling amongst the stars. This piece was written for TNT Dragon‘s birthday. 2421 words | 10 … Continued
Nycombian Diplomacy (Lor Astazor 1.5)
<~ 1.4 (New Neastia) | Index | (Divine Disputes) 1.6 ~> The nycombs were hesitant to accept Krestean’s invitation, but a group of five was sent to investigate nonetheless. Each of them moved around on four hoofed limbs, their gray … Continued
New Neastia (Lor Astazor 1.4)
<~ 1.3 (Recollection) | Index | (Nycombian Diplomacy) 1.5 ~> When Krestean woke up, the ship was dark and silent. She sat up, her body aching terribly, trying to force herself to stand. “Take it slowly, there is no need … Continued
Recollection (Lor Astazor 1.3)
<~ 1.2 (The Breakout) | Index | (New Neastia) 1.4 ~> “First off, is there anything you already know? So I don’t have to repeat anything.” Krestean felt strange talking to the empty spaceship, but Drakians voice in her head … Continued
Exercising Authority (Mar 6)
Mar Sterkvleuel | < Meets | Homecoming > Weeks after having joined the research team at Rentik’s behest, Mar continues his training at the College while aiding them in their work. Yet, there are new developments in regards to the … Continued
Determination
Still endeavouring to survive on the ground, a place they were not meant to be, the young siblings Scapes and Hights sight something in the skies above. This is a trade with ElektronX. The idea proved challenging to execute, … Continued
The Breakout (Lor Astazor 1.2)
<~ 1.1 (9th Floor of Acro) | Index | (Recollection) 1.3 ~> #602 was waiting in the pod room, hoping she wasn’t acting suspicious. It was normal for researchers to wait for whoever came next to take them for experiments, … Continued
Take Note (Irikshan 3)
Index | < Welcome to Shormton (Chapter 2) | Departure (Chapter 4) > Irikshan has been taking plenty of notes about his journey and continues to do so as his time in Shormton draws to a close. 3121 words | 13 … Continued
Rentik Jinmeng
Rentik currently does not have her own story but appears in the stories of Mar and Irikshan. The character’s visual design and art were created by ElektronX. Age: 257 years Gender: Female Appearance: 3.3m at the shoulder. Her horns, … Continued
9th Floor of Acro (Lor Astazor 1.1)
Index | (The Breakout) 1.2 ~> The new researcher entered the break room, still having trouble walking. Normally it’s impossible to tell who you’re working with, that was the whole point of the artificial bodies, but every now and then … Continued
Lost in the Snow
A young dragon is separated from its parents by a blizzard. This is a birthday gift for Arcalika, using her world. The character is a Getnum dragon, aligned with the elements Ice and Light. 1926 Words | 8 min reading … Continued
Meets (Mar 5)
Mar Sterkvleuel | < Experiments | Exercising Authority > In which Mar has an overdue meeting with family, followed by a meeting with new people. 2935 words | 12 min reading time “Draak” (drɑːk) – the Tumenzarian equivalent of “person”, referring to a … Continued
Welcome to Shormton (Irikshan 2)
Index | < Landfall (Chapter 1) | Take Note (Chapter 3) > After having landed on the empire’s shores yesterday, Irikshan was escorted to the nearest city to see Colonel Anson. Today the mage Lucile gives Irikshan a tour of … Continued
Scavengers
A year ago, the city of Pineland was invaded by many aggressive class 2 mutants. Their attempts at coordinating an extermination and protecting civilians unsuccessful, the military had to facilitate an evacuation and has since declared the area off-limits. … Continued
Experiments (Mar 4)
Elonth Worldbuilding | < Uncertainty | Meets > After a good night’s rest, Mar continues his learning. Featured image by ElektronX. 3506 words With a clap of thunder, Mar awoke. A storm had rolled in, and rain drummed against the window veiled behind a … Continued
Landfall (Irikshan 1)
Elonth | Irikshan | Welcome to Shormton (Chapter 2) > Irikshan, after having flown across the Vernon Sea, crash-lands on a beach near the city of Shormton – in the territory of the Imaaduudin Empire. This is the first chapter of Irikshan’s story. … Continued
Irikshan Kennissoeker
Meet Irikshan, my second original character. He is another dragon from Elonth, in fact appearing in Mar’s story. He will be, however, getting his own story set over 200 years ago. A big thank you to ElektronX for the art you see … Continued
Grounded Skies
A writing piece for Elektronx. After being forced from the skies by the Turbuli, Scapes and Hights have had to adapt to life on the ground. 1926 Words The jungle air hung thick and humid. Trees reached for the sky, … Continued
Uncertainty (Mar 3)
Elonth Worldbuilding | < Illusions | Experiments > This is another narrative piece set in my world, Elonth. Mar deals with some of the aftermath of his training session with Irikshan. Featured image by ElektronX. 1559 Words Water. It is both powerful … Continued
Queen of the Forest
A brithday gift for ElektronX. Art by Emmathepaintdragon. A descriptive piece about an island in the middle of the ocean. Listen, now, to the trees. Hear how they whisper as the wind blows? They tell tales of far-off lands and … Continued
The Small Town of Eldham
A birthday gift for Arcalika. A tale of a small town in the middle of nowhere. 2435 words The small town of Eldham was both well-known and held little interest for anyone. The nearest king didn’t even bother sending ambassadors … Continued
Illusions (Mar 2)
Elonth Worldbuilding | < Practice Makes Perfect | Uncertainty > After encountering his childhood friend, Mar heads to Grandmage Irikshan to begin his first lesson in illusions. Things rarely go according to plan. 2690 words “Come in, Sterkvleuel.” Mar froze, his … Continued
Here Be Dragons
Birthday gift for @Emmathepaintdragon! 792 words “Unmoor the ship, we be setting sail!” “Where will we be going, Jho- Uhm, Sir?” “The name’s Cap’n to you, first mate McRiley!” “Right, sorry, Captain. What’s the plan, Captain? You still haven’t told … Continued