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7 Tips to Fighting with Speed

Posted on May 10, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

One of the best ways to handle strength is speed, which is what we’re going to look at this time.  Luke Callindor and Sari are the big speed fighters.  Their styles are familiar similar, but Sari uses more magic and … 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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7 Tips to Fighting with Strength

Posted on May 8, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

There are many ways to fight.  Possibly as many as there are protagonists since everyone is a little different.  Yet, there are three schools that can be focused on.  As long as you don’t include magic and range weapons, which … Continue reading →

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As Madness Looms, The Goals Must Go On

Posted on May 6, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

Geez, where to even start?  Things are flying everywhere today and I’m not sure where to start.  Just look at how late this post is coming and how I’m not even scheduling it.  I wanted to finish a beta-reading project … Continue reading →

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Legends of Windemere: Ritual of the Lost Lamb Cover Reveal!

Posted on May 4, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

And here we go: The title and author name still have to go on, but I’ve found that the picture alone tends to get a better reaction.  The release plan is to hit publish on Wednesday night and announce the … 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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Nyder Fortune the Loyal Assistant

Posted on April 24, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

One character that doesn’t get a lot of attention on the blog is Nyder Fortune.  He’s an agent of Baron Kernaghan, but he isn’t the type to go into the field.  He isn’t a warrior like General Vile, a caster … Continue reading →

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Mentors of the Champions: Forgers of Heroes

Posted on April 21, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

I don’t know if I’ve ever written a post about mentors in the Legends of Windemere series.  I’ve talked about the mentor characters on their own and how they influence the heroes.  For example, Selenia Hamilton has been getting brought up a … Continue reading →

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Derailing Destiny: From the Good and the Bad

Posted on April 19, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

Destiny has always been strange in Windemere.  Not as absolute as one would think because free will is a factor.  A person may be destined to be in a certain place at a certain time, but it isn’t foretold how … Continue reading →

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