Tag Archives: ocean

Writing an Underwater Adventure and Not Getting Wet

Posted on August 22, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

I remember this happening in a few Dungeons & Dragons games.  We’d be land-based heroes with the occasional ocean adventure involving ships.  Then, our group would be thrown a curveball in the form of a quest that takes place nearly … Continue reading →

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2017 Top 5: #2- Powers of the Windemere Sea: Magnificent Mappers

Posted on January 29, 2018 by Charles Yallowitz

This post originally went live on May 19. There is a third group that is specific to the sea that is neither navy nor pirate.  They might be found with those other two groups, but they are unique because of … Continue reading →

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Opening Scene: Ichabod Brooks & Zaria’s Kiss

Posted on May 23, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

“Thank you so much for accepting this job, Mr. Brooks,” the middle-aged man says as he hands over a cloth-covered bundle. A salty breeze forces him to curl his cloak tight around his body. “That package holds some special tools … Continue reading →

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Powers of the Windemere Sea: Magnificent Mappers

Posted on May 19, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

There is a third group that is specific to the sea that is neither navy nor pirate.  They might be found with those other two groups, but they are unique because of their goals.  Even if you find them among … Continue reading →

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Ye Olde Boat Shoppe: If It Floats Then We Did Our Job

Posted on July 8, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

Welcome to Ye Olde Boat Shoppe, which has been in our family for so many generations that we never bothered to give it a flashy name.  Just to be clear, we make new boats that are tailored to your specifications. … Continue reading →

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Heading into the Wet Blue Yonder in Fantasy

Posted on July 4, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

First, I know it’s July 4th here, so I’m not expecting too much traffic for this post.  Also, why I’m going to keep it semi-short and leave it open to conversation for those that happen to be in the blogosphere. … Continue reading →

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

Posted on March 14, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

“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)

Posted on March 14, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

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)

Posted on March 14, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

“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)

Posted on March 14, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

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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