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What Do You Look for in Warriors and Casters?

Posted on July 28, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

One of the early challenges I had with writing fantasy is the urge to have Swiss Army knife characters.  The caster could fight without magic and the warrior would gain the ability to cast powerful magic.  I was in high … Continue reading →

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Prodigy of Rainbow Tower Blurbs

Posted on July 27, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

A while back I posted some blurbs for my upcoming book.  These are to be used on sites that require a unique description.  I already got thumbs up on the Amazon blurb, but I want to get these a second … Continue reading →

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City Poem: Vorgabog

Posted on July 27, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Quaint and quiet Little village on the river More port than town Holding supplies and product To prepare the ships that pass So different from the others No danger can be found Which makes it perfect For those with darker … Continue reading →

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Character Poem: The Hellfire Elf

Posted on July 26, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Demonic assassin Born from fear and fire Nursed on delicious pain Putrid magic in its veins Hidden by armored skin Resembling armor spiked and thick Any form is his to take As he stalks his prey A juggernaut of pride … Continue reading →

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What Do You Look for in Demons?

Posted on July 26, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Traditionally, demons are the bad guys.  The monsters and eaters of human.  There has been a slight change with characters like Inuyasha and Etrigan where circumstances have made the demon a hero.  Typically, this is done with half-breeds and those … Continue reading →

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City Poem: Hero’s Gate

Posted on July 25, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Walled and beautiful This city born of heroic paths Surrounding the Flooding Falls That plunge beneath the surface Where no man can see Friendly people Safe among the guards Greeting all travels Never fearing the brewing threats Until the streets … Continue reading →

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L.o.W.- Prodigy of Rainbow Tower Part 8

Posted on July 25, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

“Welcome to Rainbow Tower!” Fritz announces as he stands with Luke on the other side of the tall, granite wall. “This is the home of the world-renowned casters who helped make Gaia one of the most influential cities in Windemere. … Continue reading →

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Character Poem: Trinity

Posted on July 24, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Queen of the chaos elves Mistress of mischief Born under a starless sky Her power knows few equals A gem of power in her brow Another in each palm Seeking freedom And a worthy rival To make her life more … Continue reading →

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What Do You Look For in Magic?

Posted on July 24, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Magic is a big a part of many fantasy books.  From Gandalf the Grey of Tolkien to Spellfire of Forgotten Realms, magic is a staple.  Sometimes the magic is nothing more than a few mystical creatures and other times it … Continue reading →

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Dragon

Posted on July 23, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Red wings Golden scales Breath of death Claws that rend A gruesome sight Eating everything it sees Blackened sky Caused by the smoke From deep within The belly of the beast It still hungers Ever lingers Like a ghost that’s … Continue reading →

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