“An echo message,” Dallion said to the messenger service. “To Linatol.”
This was pretty much the first time he had used the courier for this service. Physical letters were a lot more appreciated, but they lacked the one thing that echo messages provided: speed. The simplicity of it ...
2022-11-05 13:05:20 +0000 UTC View Post“Going to the countess,” Dallion said as he passed through the outer gate.
A whole garrison of soldiers was stationed there, but no one dared stop him. It was well known that he had been sent on a phoenix hunt, though that wasn’t the only reason. Dallion had deliberately filled his wo...
2022-11-04 00:04:28 +0000 UTC View PostTrails of water droplets followed the nymph’s blade. Larger than raindrops, they remained in the air for several seconds, before stretching like needles and darting in the direction of the Star. Barely any ever caused any actual harm, most sinking in the void matter that shifted to protect them...
2022-11-03 02:28:12 +0000 UTC View PostThe throne room was packed with people—not just the usual nobles and soldiers, but also everyone who could physically squeeze in. The whole thing was a grand event: a noble quest given to the protector of Rosewind, and something Theo had desperately tried to avoid. It was clear that he’d have...
2022-11-02 01:39:33 +0000 UTC View Post“Four rooms,” Theo’s avatar said, slamming a gold coin on the counter. “A full floor if you have it.”
Silence filled the air, as all eyes of the half-empty room focused on them. This was supposed to be the town’s best inn, though by the looks of things, it too had seen better ti...
2022-11-02 01:37:36 +0000 UTC View PostWas that the major difference between magic and the Star’s skills? All this time, Dallion thought the major part of it was the introduction of technology. It seemed that if that had been a concern, it was only a minor one. Artifacts of past ages still existed in the world. If they were so dange...
2022-10-31 16:52:46 +0000 UTC View PostI stood to attention outside of the commandant’s office. The decision to have me assigned to a vessel had been made weeks ago, only just managing to squeeze through the pipes of the bureaucratic apparatus. It was outright astonishing how long it took for a suitable position to be opened up, eve...
2022-10-31 02:24:59 +0000 UTC View PostA total of three people were waiting for me in the ship’s airlock. Two wore black uniforms, indicating they were part of ship security. According to their classified personnel files, both were ground troop officers who’d managed to survive two tours on the Cassandrian front. That in itself wa...
2022-10-31 02:23:59 +0000 UTC View PostAn otherworlder that helps the Star pull whole cities into the wilderness—that was the sign that would mark the end of the world yet again. At least according to the nymph prophecy. The dwarf was adamant that it would happen, and so had isolated himself in a place he thought would withstand the...
2022-10-30 10:59:17 +0000 UTC View PostPETRIFICATION EFFECT REDUCED BY 25%
PETRIFICATION NO LONGER IN EFFECT
A purple rectangle popped up, allowing Dallion to move again. It was fortunate that Lux was still able to negate the effect. At least Dallion had a fighting chance now. O...
2022-10-29 09:12:36 +0000 UTC View PostRed and green markers appeared all of a sudden, providing Dallion options to better his fight. The issue was that they appeared minutes after they were needed still displaying solutions to situations long past. The first few times they had confused Dallion to the point that he’d almost lost all...
2022-10-28 11:25:26 +0000 UTC View PostDallion was the first to attack, striking at Arthurows with a double spin. The harpsisword’s blade vibrated intensely, letting out a strong musical hum. It never hit its target though, blocked by the Star’s arm. The black substance that composed his clothes had trickled up, covering his entir...
2022-10-27 20:44:42 +0000 UTC View PostMEMORY FRAGMENT
World’s Middle, Copyette’s Era
Aether flew across the sky, the sun’s rays turning purple as they passed through. He had been flying over an hour, following the threads of magic over the world. In the distance, the Purp...
2022-10-26 00:03:18 +0000 UTC View PostMEMORY FRAGMENT
Erekol, Second Age
“The star pupil wants to see you, divine one,” the man said, bowing so low that his head almost touched the ground.
Aether could feel a significant amount of magic within him, just as he felt the...
2022-10-25 00:37:15 +0000 UTC View PostTwo dozen royal slimes rolled along the underground tunnel. Each of them was the size of a small shed, full of goblin bones and old rusty weapons. It wasn’t rare for an overconfident, novice adventurers to overestimate themselves and charge alone at such a creature, perishing as a result.
The throne room was packed with people—not just the usual nobles and soldiers, but also everyone who could physically squeeze in. The whole thing was a grand event: a noble quest given to the protector of Rosewind, and something Theo had desperately tried to avoid. It was clear that he’d have...
2022-10-24 20:49:30 +0000 UTC View PostMEMORY FRAGMENT
Erekol, Second Age
The funeral was tiny, given the size of the Erekol. There was no monument or tomb, just a marker the size of a brick. Less than a hundred people came to say their last farewells, mostly mages. Even with tw...
2022-10-23 11:53:03 +0000 UTC View PostMEMORY FRAGMENT
Erekol, Second Age
Existence came in a flash. Aether didn’t know how or why. All he knew was that time had been split in two branches: up to the point he could move and after that. All of it seemed boring, and for some rea...
2022-10-22 22:17:51 +0000 UTC View PostIt was one thing to say that the south must have been a major city. Seeing it was something completely different. It was already morning by the time Dallion reached the top of the “mountain” that made it impossible for him to see the aetherbird. However, he managed to see something else. The ...
2022-10-21 18:50:55 +0000 UTC View PostThe surface of the sea rippled rhythmically, distorting the reflection of the seven Moons in the sky. It was morning, and yet all of them were clearly visible, watching down upon Dallion’s realm.
“They’ve been there for a week now,” Dallion said from the top of Harp’s tower. “I ...
2022-10-20 15:07:12 +0000 UTC View PostBoth Dallions burst into instances and attacked. The echo performed the unique type of line attacks Dallion had experienced in the corridor, while Dallion struck with his vibrating harpsisword, this time adding spark attacks to the mix. Red rectangles were everywhere, popping up then disappearing...
2022-10-20 01:55:40 +0000 UTC View PostThe “sprint on knives” path was chosen. With one strike of his harpsisword, Dallion broke the thick layer of stones, revealing a long corridor. Instantly, light crystals lit up on either side, illuminating the darkness.
“Thanks, harp,” Dallion whispered.
It was almost just now...
2022-10-17 21:15:46 +0000 UTC View PostLocation Classified, Graveyard Vault Elysium II 707.7 A.E. (Age of Exploration)
“Leave your personal weapon here, ensign,” the major ordered.
According to her personnel file, she had survived three full tours on the Scuu front before being transferred to a desk...
2022-10-16 16:51:38 +0000 UTC View PostI stood to attention outside of the commandant’s office. The decision to have me assigned to a vessel had been made weeks ago, only just managing to squeeze through the pipes of the bureaucratic apparatus. It was outright astonishing how long it took for a suitable position to be opened up, eve...
2022-10-16 16:50:30 +0000 UTC View Post“It’s not that far,” Dallion said. “I’ll there—”
He’s still watching, Gleam interrupted. I can’t tell where exactly, but he’s there.
That was a rather big problem. Dallion’s brief encounter with the creature had shown him how powerless he was ev...
2022-10-16 10:50:07 +0000 UTC View PostThe rat rushed to cover the rat king like a shield. Dallion performed a pint attack straight down, but it was too late to kill the creature. The destructive force slammed into the cover of rats pushing everything down. The floor—already weakened by Dallion’s familiars—gave in, crumbling int...
2022-10-14 12:31:36 +0000 UTC View PostBlood splattered all over the wall as Dallion did another triple spin slash. Whoever said that fighting rats was difficult had vastly underestimated the reality of the situation. A dozen rats or slightly more weren’t an issue, yet it soon became obvious that rats didn’t travel in dozens—the...
2022-10-12 22:30:05 +0000 UTC View PostMornings always started with griffins. As every bird they rose at first light, letting out a loud screech, then leaving their nest to soar in the skies of Rosewind in search of food. Some of them—mostly the younger ones—had acquired the annoying quality of begging the townspeople for food. Ma...
2022-10-12 00:05:23 +0000 UTC View PostThe first day was willed with client panic. Theo had no idea what devastating hunger meant, but he was certain he didn’t like it. For hours, he contemplated his life’s choices, namely his decision to consume the gem and increase his size, despite having no practical need for it. When it came ...
2022-10-12 00:04:11 +0000 UTC View Post“Huh? Dallion blinked.
The fact that he was technically asleep toned down the horror he should have felt. It wasn’t the first time that Felygn had grumbled at him, but never had there been a warning this serious.
“Free will, free consequences, free ability to mess up,” the Gre...
2022-10-10 19:33:28 +0000 UTC View Post