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Villain Teaser Excerpt: The Lich and His Loyal Hellfire Elf

Kicking off this week of villain excerpts with the two that started it all.  The Lich and the Hellfire Elf debuted in Beginning of a Hero, which is available on Amazon for 99 cents. “You have failed me, Garna,” hisses … Continue reading

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Eyes of a Villain

I’ve mentioned a few times that everyone loves a good villain.  This isn’t an original thought and has been around longer than all of us have been alive.  Yet, you don’t always see a lot from the villain’s perspective.  They … Continue reading

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What Do You Look for in Character Code Consistency?

You ever read a story and the character does something that seems out of place?  Maybe the noble hero flat out killed someone for insulting him.  Perhaps the villain laid waste to an entire town and left the school alone … Continue reading

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Family of the Tri-Rune Prologue Part 4 (Possible Spoilers)

“Yes, but at least she tried. I’m sure she will keep trying until that monster is dead or she is forbidden from coming near Shayd,” Cessia responds, eyeing the shadowy continent with a disapproving scowl. “I remember when this land … Continue reading

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Family of the Tri-Rune Prologue Part 3 (Possible Spoilers)

Cessia sighs, placing a hand on Gabriel’s shoulder and looking at the other goddesses with motherly amusement. “Please forgive them. Zaria and Uli find it difficult to admit what I’m about to say. We are concerned about you, Lord Gabriel. … Continue reading

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Family of the Tri-Rune Prologue Part 2 (Possible Spoilers)

“I arrive to find bickering children in the place of noble goddesses. I can only assume that little Yola is the source of the squabble. You two must learn to put that mess behind you,” Gabriel says with a mocking … Continue reading

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Family of the Tri-Rune Prologue Part 1 (Possible Spoilers)

The ocean churns and crashes against the black crags of Shayd. The fortress-like continent of darkness towers above the wild waters, its steep sides rising toward the immortal storm clouds above. The smooth walls shimmer softly in the feeble light … Continue reading

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Character Theme of . . . Bob

This is going to be an odd character theme to bring up because Bob hasn’t shown up in the series yet.  The character’s name isn’t even Bob.  I’ve hinted at Bob because Bob holds a special place among the villains.  … Continue reading

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Gabriel: God of Destiny, Hell, and the Chaos Void

Some days I’m a little disappointed that the Gods and Goddesses of Windemere don’t get enough attention.  Not just from readers, but from me.  With the Law of Influence preventing them from getting physically involved, I can only use them … Continue reading

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Morality and Fiction

I might run the risk of getting into trouble here, but it’s something that I want to write about.  Morals and ethics within a fantasy setting are an interesting pitfall.  The nuances of these categories differ among groups and individuals.  … Continue reading

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