Tag Archives: characters

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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Origin: Reese Kestrel

Posted on May 26, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I think I’m going to throw something creative out there.  I haven’t done an origin in a while, so I’m going into ‘The Elysium Saga’ for this one.  This series won’t be touched for a long time since it comes … Continue reading →

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What Keeps Them Going: The Lich

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I was going to post this yesterday, but things happened.  Specifically, I forgot until 10pm and then it felt like it was too late.  Blame the squirrels. What is this post about?  Simple.  It’s a list ‘written’ by one of … Continue reading →

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Characters: They Must Stay True

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I’ve received a few interesting private questions over Facebook and e-mail in regards to my characters.  These messages involve the question ‘Can *my character* defeat *established character*?  The most popular pairings have been ‘Luke Callindor vs Luke Skywalker’ and ‘Clyde … Continue reading →

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Ask a Character: Fizzle

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Last week, I said Aedyn Karwyn would get this week.  It turns out another character has had a good week in terms of review and attention.  Aedyn has graciously agreed to go next week and allow Fizzle a turn to … Continue reading →

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Great Line or Sleep Deprivation Foolishness

Posted on May 11, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I think I came up with an amazing line last night, but in the morning, I’m no longer sure.  It still sounds great, so I wanted to toss it out there for a second opinion.  This is said by the … Continue reading →

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Characters Meeting Their Maker

Posted on May 10, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I had a rough week and many of my characters shared that rough patch.  The Lich is in a bad spot.  Sari is being tortured.  Luke is upset.  Nyx is about ready to blow something or everything up.  On the … Continue reading →

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Unexpected Inspiration at Its Finest

Posted on May 9, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

A month ago, I mentioned a character named Serum.  Basics are a character who can manipulate his blood into weapons, armor, wings, etc.  He was to be the final hero of the Project Phoenix series after a disaster.  Now, I … Continue reading →

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Hero by Skillet

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I just started hearing this song, but the timing of this one turning up is funny.  I’m writing a point where Luke and Nyx are fighting.  This is a fight that is nothing like their previous scuffles and arguments.  Nyx … Continue reading →

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