Draen was originally a drow, or dark elf. And for the longest time, that was how I envisioned him. That was before I started true world crafting, and not world copying. Back then I wrote my stories and games in a modified Forgotten Realms campaign world. My love of drow led to Draen being one … Continue reading The Big Bad – Draen Do’Gra (part 2)
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The Rising Darkness
I am quite proud of my Duir'Aion. It is a vibrant world filled with peoples of all kinds. From the noble Shirans of the kingdom of Cheshire, to the naval supremacy of the minotaurs of Maelthas, to the xenophobic undersea kingdoms of the sea elves, the entire world pulses with life. And violence. And death. … Continue reading The Rising Darkness
The Big Bad – Draen Do’Gra (part 1)
Every setting needs The Big Bad. Not a big bad, THE! Star Wars, Darth Vader was a big bad. He was awesome, but the Emperor was The Big Bad (though he went out like a chump). Harry Potter? Voldemort. Breakfast Club? Richard Vernon. See, you need a TBB. So my world has been in constant … Continue reading The Big Bad – Draen Do’Gra (part 1)
Chord’s World Tour – Martyr Compact (1 of 3): Rune Elves
During the Triad War, when the dwarf and elf kingdoms fought the dragon imperial forces and each other for supremacy of Duir'Aion, the dragon overlords realized they had a problem. The dwarves and elves were too many in number. Worse the sun god Aeruus had bestowed them both the power of the paladin as well … Continue reading Chord’s World Tour – Martyr Compact (1 of 3): Rune Elves
Chord’s World Tour – The Forest of Souls (part 1)
I recently received an invitation from a being known as the Elder, regarding the Forest of Souls. As a collector of stories this one was a prize I had long wanted. Besides, you don't turn down anyone who has the audacity to name himself the Elder. Doing that will shorten your lifespan considerably. The Elder … Continue reading Chord’s World Tour – The Forest of Souls (part 1)
Chord s World Tour – Inokk the Chained
A demigod, Inokk serves Torgash, the god of War as the avatar of Strength. Giants and ogres all pay worship to Inokk, but his most favored children are the minotaur. Legend says Inokk, who appears to minotaur worshippers as a massive minotaur with night black skin that twinkles with stars, was a minotaur slave. He … Continue reading Chord s World Tour – Inokk the Chained
Chord’s World Tour: Elves
Ahh, elves. Are there any creatures more beautiful, elegant and deadly than the elves? One could argue fey, but technically speaking, elves are descended from those magic folk too. While they no longer have ties to the fairy realm, a touch of magic still resides among the race. The elves of Duir'Aion are a varied … Continue reading Chord’s World Tour: Elves
Chord’s World Tour – Cheshire (part 2)
Cheshire is my favorite of the human kingdoms to visit. It just might be my favorite kingdom to visit period. The primary reason for that is that I'm not shot at as I'm approaching. Even without my reputation preceding me - and you can take that anyway you desire - Cheshirans while cautious tend to … Continue reading Chord’s World Tour – Cheshire (part 2)
Tale of a Minor Chord (Preview)
The short story featuring the fierce and proud skald Chord is currently at the editors. It should be available for sale in July. I am very proud of it, even though the style is more experimental than I normally do. But the challenge of writing of writing the story in first person was fun. Here's … Continue reading Tale of a Minor Chord (Preview)
Chord’s World Tour – Hammon
*Not sure why I hadn't thought of it before, but I really like using Chord to tell the stories of the various things in my world. Hope you guys are enjoying it too.* The kingdom of Hammon sits directly above Cheshire, along with Vorlaria, pinching the upstart kindgom of Cerak between the three of them. … Continue reading Chord’s World Tour – Hammon
A Darkness Rising 