Tag Archives: fantasy

Rhino Riders and Giant Spider Drivers

Posted on October 9, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

One of the fun things with fantasy and science-fiction is that you can play around with transportation.  You may always have horses, carriages, and the always favorite dragon/dragon-like being.  I have a personal preference for griffins, but pegasi, hippogriff, and … Continue reading →

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Location Poem: The Wonder Museum

Posted on October 8, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Temple to the Gnome God Rising high above A city with no moral code Beyond their metal walls And never daring to tread close Explosions rock the inner room As the Gnome God stands above The furnace at his feet … Continue reading →

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Location Poem: Caster Swamp

Posted on October 8, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Darkness under sunlight Sinister sounds From hidden predators Both natural and arcane Putrid water Surrounding murky isles Until the ground turns hard Sliced apart by rivers Belching fog and steam Giltris prowl the shadows Scaly hides and simple clubs The … Continue reading →

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Location Poem: Rainbow Tower

Posted on October 8, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Tower amid the gardens Behind the sturdy wall Long-legged birds wade In pools of pristine calm Reflecting the vast beauty Of the rainbow stones Sun bounces off the sides Reds and blues Flowing into yellows Green and orange Fringed by … Continue reading →

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Character Origins: Ryusuke Kuroyama

Posted on October 5, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I’ve mentioned a character named Sin.  He is an wandering thief who really becomes more adventurer than criminal.  One of the things with his series is that new allies and enemies get introduced in every book.  There are a few … Continue reading →

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How Do Your Write Characters with Physical Disabilities?

Posted on October 4, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I was looking through my other ideas while waiting for a headache to go away and I noticed a few interesting characters.  Missing eyes, missing limbs, weak heart, and other disabilities that limit them.  These heroes are not the standard, … Continue reading →

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Sneak Peek: Mother of a Hero

Posted on October 3, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

(Excerpt from Legends of Windemere: Allure of the Gypsies) The bakery at the entrance to Haven fills the air with the sweet aroma of fresh pastries. Aedyn can feel his mouth water as they pass the open door and he … Continue reading →

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Are Samurai Allowed?

Posted on September 30, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I’m sure I’ll anger some people with this post or within the comments.  This is a debate that has gone back to my college days and I’m still confused on it. Traditionally, fantasy is set in a European style setting.  … Continue reading →

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Brewing Idea: Lions of Trune

Posted on September 28, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I came up with an idea that has been rattling around my head.  I’m still not sure exactly where to go with this, but here is what I have. A group of friends (4 boys and 1 girl) live in … Continue reading →

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Gearing Up for Thievery

Posted on September 20, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

So, you’re about to set out for a life of fantasy thief crime.  Well, you’re going to need a lot of gear.  Unlike warriors, you can’t get away with armor, sword, and shield.  It’s a long list of items you’re … Continue reading →

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