Tag Archives: sword & sorcery

When Thieves Have to Work with Others

Anyone who has played Dungeons & Dragons, read fantasy, or even heard of thieves know that it’s tough putting them in groups.  We seem to think they’re characters who will always be out for themselves.  They’ll steal from their allies, … Continue reading

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7 Tips to Necrocasting

Necrocasting is basically necromancy, but Windemere used slightly different terminology with their casters.  Now, this school of magic isn’t as easy as people think.  You don’t just snap your fingers and up pop zombies.  So, here are some tips for … Continue reading

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A Hint of Good in the Bad

A major point of Path of the Traitors is that some of the villains in Legends of Windemere are not entirely evil.  They have a chance at redemption and even some positive qualities.  While not every villain is in this story, I’m … Continue reading

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Yola & Trinity: Best Friends in Chaos

One is the exiled Goddess of Chaos who has been hiding under the protection of the Baron for centuries upon centuries.  The other is the young ruler of Shayd who is determined to improve her people’s lives.  Yola used to … Continue reading

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Going From Nemesis to Ally

It’s fairly common in long series for some villains to turn into heroes.  At least if you have multiple villains in a tiered system.  Most times this happens when the big baddie rewards loyalty with betrayal or does something that … Continue reading

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Live on @Amazon! Legends of Windemere: Path of the Traitors! #fantasy #ASMSG

On the eve of destiny, the fate of the champions is in the hands of those they once called Enemy. Hated and distrusted, Queen Trinity must leave the shadows and reach for redemption. With their final battle on the horizon, … Continue reading

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The Adopted Children of Ambrosine

 Goddess of the hated ones Protecting those Who dwell in shadows Ambrosine dreams Of the day her people rise And are welcomed by the sun Yet the Goddess of tricksters Knows the game herself Her influence has stretched To nurture … Continue reading

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Path of the Traitors Coming Soon! Enjoy the Cover Peek

Pretty sure the title says it all.  I’m aiming for the weekend to get things ready and I’ll be using the permanent volunteer list like before.  If you aren’t sure you’re on that and want to help spread the word … Continue reading

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A Late Addition to the Cast: Quail the Mapper

With Path of the Traitors focusing on a band of non-champion characters doing their part to help, I had to make a decision.  Do I use all pre-existing characters from throughout the series or do I introduce some new ones?  It’s … Continue reading

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The Mapper Market: Yes, We Have Sextants. Stop Giggling.

Welcome to the most popular mapper store on this block of the city.  Hey, this is a long street and there are five others, so don’t roll your eyes about it. We worked hard for that reputation. Now, you must … Continue reading

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