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The Draconic Griffin Academy of Magic Arts and Swordplay

Professor Peryton-  Welcome to class.  Where did we leave off? Marcus- You were telling us about how Daniel needs to learn how to listen or he’ll be eaten by a Trap Ghoul. Professor-  That wasn’t what I meant.  Where is … Continue reading →

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Family of the Tri-Rune Blog Tour Day 5

We have 3 amazing volunteers today, so let’s get right into! I don’t even know where to start with this one because the woman behind Memoirs of a Dilettante wows me with every post.  From her posts about writing to … Continue reading →

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Family of the Tri-Rune Blog Tour Day 4

Today’s volunteer is following her dream of writing at Lilica’s Place.  She is getting back into the WordPress groove after some time away, so I’m very happy that she offered to help with the blog tour. More importantly, she is … Continue reading →

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Schools Beyond the Norm

Sometimes it isn’t enough to have a school and leave it at that.  Sure you can add regular classes and teachers, but if you’re in a genre like fantasy then you’ll be wanting something special.  Here are a few variations … Continue reading →

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The Mentor aka Guy with White Facial Hair

It does seem like the majority of mentors are old guys with white facial hair or no hair at all.  There are a few that don’t fit that description like Halt from Ranger’s Apprentice and Phil from Disney’s Hercules.  You … Continue reading →

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Resurrection of Characters

A common quest in fantasy series is the concept of ‘Resurrection’.  A hero has fallen and the remaining warriors go to revive him.  The main villain has been killed and there is now a plan to bring him back to … Continue reading →

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From the Vault: Magic Beans

Darwin had a bag of beans Each with a special gift The red beans made him super strong The green beans made him tall The blue beans made him like a fish The yellow beans gave him wings The orange … Continue reading →

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From the Vault: Apprentices

Chosen by their thirteenth year To follow in a master’s steps They wave farewell to youth and home While preparing for their tasks Some will sweat among the anvils While others ache within the woods Many learn of herbs to … Continue reading →

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Who Can Use Magic? Depends on the World

There’s an odd debate within the fantasy circles.  Okay, another odd debate.  Let’s face it, people. Fantasy readers and authors will go to war over how a world should work, the use of elves, rate of character death, and whatever … Continue reading →

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Ye’s Olde Magic Shoppe (On the corner of Dragon Avenue and Peacock Lane)

Welcome to Ye’s Olde Magic Shoppe!  I’m Ye, owner and former sorcerer.  So, what can I get you?  Why did I quit magic and open a shop?  I’m not legally allowed to answer that question.  So, what is young wizard … Continue reading →

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