Tag Archives: characters

Don’t ‘Black Knight’ Your Characters

Posted on June 12, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

One thing that drives me nuts is when I read a book or watch a movie/TV show and characters ignore injuries.  Running full-speed with a broken leg, bouncing around with busted ribs, and so many other mistakes that seem sloppy. … Continue reading →

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Character Origins: Timoran Wrath

Posted on June 7, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

It’s been a while since I did one of these on a major character, but I introduced Timoran Wrath to the world and now I should explain him.  Sadly, he is a barbarian, so he has an uphill battle. Most … Continue reading →

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What Keeps Nyx Going?

Posted on June 6, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Keeping the Prodigy of Rainbow Tower theme going, I’m doing the fun list of what Nyx needs to motivate her.  Let’s see what she lists: Magic. Relaxing with a mug of ale. Finding new ways to punish guys that pinch … Continue reading →

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Ask a Character: Nyx (The titular Prodigy of Rainbow Tower)

Posted on June 3, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Sure, there are a lot of Beginning of a Hero characters that I can still do.  Selenia, Kellia, Kira, Kevin, and several other supporting casters.  Yet, I’m going to act like this is my hype week for Prodigy of Rainbow … Continue reading →

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Questions of Copyrights & Characters

Posted on June 1, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

So, my first 3 books are copywritten.  I did this when I thought everything, but the technique was done.  Yet, I realize that a character in one of my unpublished books has a name that I’m no longer into.  She … Continue reading →

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Whacky Idea

Posted on May 30, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

If you haven’t guessed, I like having my characters talk and get into public debates.  It happens in the comments of every ‘Ask a Character’.  So, I wanted to make a post like this with the entire mental circus debating … Continue reading →

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Origins: Phi Beta Files

Posted on May 29, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

A little back story here.  In freshman year of college, a few friends make a fake fraternity because they wanted to be in one, but were too lazy to pledge.  It was called Phi Beta and the only reason I … Continue reading →

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What Keeps Selenia Hamilton Going

Posted on May 29, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I think I’m going to keep up with a few minor characters and villains on this new type of post.  We all know what drives the main cast, but the supporting cast is always a mystery to the reader. So, … Continue reading →

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Origins: Yum-Tum Tavern

Posted on May 28, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Every now and again, I want to write a fun story that has no real purpose.  No world-changing events or dastardly deeds.  Something to bring home the fact that real people live in Windemere.  I’m never sure if this is … Continue reading →

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Ask a Character: The Lich

Posted on May 28, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

You knew it was coming.  The main villain had to get a chance in the hot seat at some point.  He’s also a tiny bit annoyed that it took so long.  After all, his minion and the book mascot went … Continue reading →

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