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Straight As an Arrow Archery School & Pincushion Pavilion

Posted on July 17, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

Welcome to the place where you too can become a magical archer.  Just like all of those other archers that you’ve seen on television, movies, or read about.  What do you mean not all of them are magical?  Do they … Continue reading →

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Opening Scene: Ichabod Brooks & the Vixen of Errenshar

Posted on May 30, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

Stripped of his gear and dangling from the ceiling, Ichabod Brooks patiently waits for his captors to return. There are no furnishings in the cell, so he hopes that he will be visited soon or the guards will listen when … Continue reading →

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Opening Scene: Ichabod Brooks & Zaria’s Kiss

Posted on May 23, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

“Thank you so much for accepting this job, Mr. Brooks,” the middle-aged man says as he hands over a cloth-covered bundle. A salty breeze forces him to curl his cloak tight around his body. “That package holds some special tools … Continue reading →

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Opening Scene: Ichabod Brooks & the Orphan’s Shadow

Posted on May 16, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

“I still don’t see why you’re needed on this job,” Kia Pulzer says, the guard captain easily matching Ichabod’s long strides. Not wanting to be disturbed, the bald half-elf waves for her men to hang back with the slow-moving wagons. … Continue reading →

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Opening Scene: Ichabod Brooks & the Jester Flute

Posted on May 9, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

Slapping a few gold coins on the bar, Ichabod Brooks helps himself to a mug of ale and the last bowl of an old stew. He cautiously sniffs at the reheated meal a few times before taking a tiny bite, … Continue reading →

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Opening Scene: Ichabod Brooks & Toy Tower

Posted on May 2, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

“Number thirty-eight!” a voice shouts from the multi-colored tower. The rubbery orb at the base opens up to show the bubble-filled room within. “We will only wait ten minutes before moving on to the next guest. It is a busy … Continue reading →

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Opening Scene: Ichabod Brooks & the Resurrection Bowl

Posted on April 25, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

“Thank you for meeting with me, Mr. Brooks,” the lean nobleman says as he steps out of his large tent. Waving his servants away, the brown-haired man adjusts his shirt collar and pats down his long, button-covered coat. “My name … Continue reading →

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Opening Scene: Ichabod Brooks & the Yellow Ogres

Posted on April 18, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

Having left a large bowl of food for Beardy in his stable and making sure the gate does not lock the pet out, Ichabod cracks his knuckles and heads for the kitchen. He tightens the belt of his soft bathrobe … Continue reading →

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Opening Scene: Ichabod Brooks & The Island of Mirrors

Posted on April 11, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

Gasping and coughing, Ichabod Brooks drags himself onto the beach and flops onto his back. The sun beats down on his skin and hair, which steadily dry in the tropical heat. He can still see the pieces of the storm … Continue reading →

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Opening Scene: Ichabod Brooks & the King of Nowhere

Posted on April 4, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

(Sorry for the two posts in one day.  The Luke one was already scheduled and I couldn’t find another spot for this.) Ichabod Brooks stares at the smoldering wreckage that was once a tavern run by a former thief named … Continue reading →

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