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Terminology in a World Without Sin
For a long time, my gods had Greek names. Some had servitors that were termed ‘angels’. Some of the villainous powers were referred to as ‘demons’. I used certain curse-words in the way they’re currently applied, and sometimes considered which … Continue reading
Cosmology 1: In the Beginning…
In the beginning, there was Darkness—solid, uniform Darkness, with neither breach nor shade. If it had thought, it might have considered itself to always have been, and expect itself to always continue to be, in exactly this way; calm and … Continue reading
On the Shadow Folk
“So…I don’t really understand this,” said Cob. “Your Shadow Folk live in an unassailable godly realm, can pass through shadows with jus’ a thought, can basically go anywhere and take anything they want…and yet somehow y’ don’t rule the world?” … Continue reading
On the Amands
“So tell me about Amandon,” said Cob as they walked. “Since it seems like we’re gonna be trekkin’ through it for a while.”
On the Corvish
“This is your fifth complaint against Specialist Weshker,” said Captain Sarovy, drumming a finger on his ledger. “And none of them are actionable.” Lieutenant Linciard grimaced and wrung his broad hands together thoughtlessly. “I know, sir. But—“ “Is there something … Continue reading
The Enkhaelen Lectures: E101 #7
E101: Introduction to Energies — How to Not Blow Yourself Up Section 1: Tools and Traditions Tradition 3: The Energy Relay
On the Riddish
“If we follow the plan, won’t we be heading into Riddian?” said Lark. “I’ve heard about that place. It doesn’t sound like fun.” “It’s not,” said Dasira flatly. “I used to live there.”
On the Jernizen
Captain Sarovy frowned at the man who lounged across from him, as comfortable in the camp chair as if in his own home. “Lancer Jonmel Stormfollower,” he said neutrally. “Here again.” “Yessir,” said the man with a lopsided grin. “Guess … Continue reading
On the Wynds
“Enter,” said Captain Sarovy in response to the knock at the door. It cracked open, and Lieutenant Linciard slipped in, giving an inquisitive look to Scryer Mako who still sat by the captain’s desk. “Eh, you sent for me, sir?” … Continue reading
The War of Memory Project 