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New Chapter 18 of The Cleansing.

Having had medical aid, Kanda-Nor is refreshed and ready for research. Having slept in a chair in the medical wing, Vazkyr... is not.

But a stressful 23 hours gives way at last. If only they could figure out how to say goodbye.

Read Now →

Working on Drawings

I've also started to do a bit more sketching to add to my writing (hence the cover). My hand sketches always seems to look worse after a camera has had its say, but I know I'm no famous illustrator either!

Thanks all,

FJB

#AmWriting #Fantasy #Fiction #FantasyFiction #SerialFiction

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My task to convert chapters of The Cleansing to Manuscript format is continuing. Tonight I've published Chapters 5 and 6.

In one chapter a delivery brings a sign of hope. In the next chapter, a totally different delivery threatens despair.

Start at Chapter 5 →

It's not Prose vs Manuscript

Manuscript and Article is not an either/or. I am leaving the Prose Series as it is, but using manuscripts to let you read whichever way is the most comfortable for you.

Drawings

I am still doing sketches for this story, but writing has to come first.

Thanks for your support, even if that's just silently reading what I write.

Take care,

FJB

#fiction #manuscript #fantasy #fantasyfiction #serialfiction

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Why can't we help wild animals understand words? [Azachet] wondered in annoyance, then again, many people refuse to understand words despite being able.

Naja unwittingly invites the attention of the one creature she laughed about cooking. Azachet and Shenzàn must defend the party, while not taking life when it is avoidable.

#fiction #fantasy #FantasyFiction

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Caemothas is Alive – New Tectonic & Ley Line Maps!

After a lot of work, I’ve finally finished two major layers of the world map:

Tectonic Plate Maps – Showing oceanic and continental plates, including fault types and microplates.

Ley Line Overlay – Highlighting the world’s magical energy network, with glowing paths for healthy and scarred ley lines.

These maps shape the geography, magic, and even the history of Caemothas—tying into volcanoes, arcane nexuses, and lost civilizations.

#Worldbuilding #Caemothas #FantasyMaps #MagicInfrastructure

The Ley Line Map

Oceanic Tectonic Plates of Caemothas

The Continental Tectonic Framework of Caemothas

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Happy #sundog did a few panels for a little #comic Enjoy! #wildzoo #cat #animals #comic #novel #manga #worldbuilding #fantasy

Keke VS Mosquito
WILDZOO by Vela
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Itch.io Short Stories!

So I took down my short stories from WA and am gonna publish them on Itch.io while I work hard to revamp my original novel, INARORA'S EXCURSION! The first story is Mela Súle, which is Endinsia's winter holiday. And 4 y/o Ina gets to make a friend from another country ^_^
  https://seraphrdm.itch.io/mela-sule
  #UrbanFantasy #Fantasy #Urban #ShortStories #Holidays
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Greenglimmer Chs 41 & 42 are Live! and other Updates

I'm back from vacation, so Greenglimmer's back from its break. Read Chapter 41 here and   Chapter 42 here.   Vantra's anger at her mother's silence concerning important questions vies against the terror that the enemy is watching her.  
  #darkfantasy #fantasy   ****   Well, I live on the eastern edge of LA County, and I'm watching the city burn and wondering if the winds will spark a fire where I live. We knew it was going to be a bad fire season, as California had the atmospheric river dumping a lot of water earlier in the year, which made the foliage grow, which would dry out and become tinder later on. I'm hoping friends stay safe and a spark doesn't take root near us (and yes, the county's accidental sending of the evacuation warning scared the shit out of me and my honey).   Our firefighters are battling not only fire, but Santa Ana winds, and those are supposed to pick up again this weekend. Volunteers from other countries are here to help (Mexico, Canada) and I'm grateful to them all.   This is a strange time, as I'm writing about the effects of a fire/flood in Evenacht. It's a strange time, as Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler predicted just this (she was born and raised in Altadena, the first place the Eaton Fire ravaged). Stories, books, realities combine.   ****   I don't really have much more to say this update. My WorldEmber articles can be found here. I'm going back to doomscrolling and hoping I don't get another alert.   Take care, all. And if you, too, are in the LA area, stay safe and evacuate if they tell you to.   Kwyn
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Worldbuilding halp

I need to preface this with: I am asking for art, however I will not consider any offers w/ Artificial Intelligence help. Sorry, I don't roll that way.
  I really need help with architecture. I don't do good drawing buildings, I mostly draw people. My culture's architecture is kinda a mix of Western-ish style and Japanese styles of architecture. I don't need anything fancy, I'd accept sketches and be happy (might even want to practice coloring and lining if I'm allowed to <3 ). I'd be willing to either exchange some money or do an art trade. I just want to have a visual to help me when describing the architecture and also to add to my Endinsian article.
  TYIA!
  #Fantasy #Art #Artist #Architecture #UrbanFantasy
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ADHD Hyperfixation Mode

WHOOPS I suddenly started hyperfixating on worldbuilding so I have a few new articles I'm working on LOL.
 
Dracid
Species | Dec 30, 2024
: the Dracids, or dragon bloods. Which...also was an article that I desperately needed to write. Oops.
End'orian Cypher and Cyber Warfare Unit
Military Formation | Dec 27, 2024
: The Cypher Unit, which... this was kinda a half-assed article but I felt like making something for it. Maybe one day I'll spice it up. But take what you can get, team.
Endinsian
Ethnicity | Dec 26, 2024
: Endinsian (Ethnicity), which also needed to be worked on but not as badly as the dracids or the Second Rhanalanian War. LOL. But this one is a full blown WIP right now, but wanted to show y'all that I was working on this. I really want to redo the letters for the language. Again. HALP.
  Anyway. Uhhh I'll update when I have more :D
  #WorldEmber #WorldEmber2024 #worldember #Worldember #UrbanFantasy #Fantasy
  Also, I added an invite to my discord server! https://discord.gg/D9wxNmBE. It is supposed to be a safe place/community as well as a place to talk about my writings, including my Naruto fanfiction ^.^
 
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Hola! Happy #caturday #new #art #keke #wildzoo #fantasy #storytelling #novel #comic #wolf #breeze #animals

I have trouble deciding what would look better as cover art. If you have any suggestions please let me know.
  Keke's storm solo
Keke brings the storm by Vela

  Varient cover 1
by Vela

  Varient cover 2
by Vela

  Keke Character sheet
by Vela

  Breezé's Dark Cloud form
Dark Cloud by Vela

 
by Vela
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Worldember and free adventurers.

December is a big month for Dromaria! We're releasing eight free one-page adventures as a thank-you to everyone who's been part of this journey and Worldember. Check out what’s coming up and grab your first two adventures here:
 
Coming Attractions
Generic article | Dec 12, 2024

Whats coming in Dec and the new year!


  Follow to receive regular updates from the World of Dromaria:
  #dnd #dromaria #worldbuilding #fantasy #sharethelove #anvilspace #worldember
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I Hit My Rebel Novelember Targets (Just!)

I wasn't sure I was going to manage it, due to illness and other home stresses, but I made my targets of 15 Episodes and 25,000 Words.
  Here's my updated challenge page. Enjoy.
FJ Brodie's Novelember 2024 Page
Generic article | Nov 30, 2024

Here's my landing page for Novelember 2024, showing my progress towards 25,000 words of fantasy fiction or 15 Episodes.


  I have no idea how people hit 50k words as 25k was hard enough for me!
  I'll now be putting an editing and publication schedule together so I can gradually release these episodes.
  Enjoy WorldEmber, I have rest to catch up on and other things outside of writing that need my attention.
  Thanks!
  #NovelEmber #AmWriting #Fantasy #Fiction
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Happy holidays! Here some real meaty #art from #wildzoo. "bon appétit" #mary #cow #fiction #fantasy #adventure #rage #animals

Stamped by Vela

 
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Amatherean Tales - One Flew Over The Dragon's Nest - Book 3 complete

One Flew Over The Dragon's Nest

 
  The final chapter for Book 3 is now released. #celebration   I have been humbled by the number of readers from WorldAnvil who have joined SJ and Dave on their adventures and your support is greatly appreciated.   There will be a short hiatus before I begin to release chapters for Book 4 but in the meantime if you haven't as yet joined the world of Amathera then please do so.   Thanks as always to this amazing community.   Bosloe   #LitRPG #Fantasy #SliceofLife
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Re-writting short stories

I've been trying to rewrite my short stories so they're a lot better, obviously there is still plenty of room for improvement! But right now, at least the first story is much easier to read than it was before. But it does come with a list of triggers!
  CWs:
  • child abuse
  • domestic abuse
  • child harm
  • injury

    •   https://www.worldanvil.com/community/manuscripts/read/4238080445-seraphrdm-inarora-short-stories/d2103336-e6c1-4a47-87cf-01b30b92b588?fbclid=IwY2xjawGV9d9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHap96O9_D5TyqnqNuDNY7iM83A3cKsWczoNk-S8W8c9mC73ksj4pdwQh0Q_aem_h4xbPWBldYuekvzM4PvyOg
      #Fantasy #UrbanFantasy #ShortStoriest #Author #Writer #YoungAdult
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    Happy #halloween #wildzoo #fantasy #worldbuilding #storytelling #animals #art #snake #witch #magicshop

    Surrendur is the Team Captain of the Sanctuary Saints. She has been part of " The Six" for as long as it has been established. She was hand selected by Dr Narfbrane during the early construction of Sanctuary Kingdom. When she is not managing her magic shop she performs small piano  
    Surrendurs Apocethary and Magic Shop by Vela
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    Adventure Cover Reveal!

    We are proud and very excited to show off the cover of the Red Keep Adventure! In celebration of the occasion, we have written an accompanying article highlighting the cover art by Yury Nikifarau, and how to participate in the playtest surrounding the module. Please let us know your thoughts in the comments and follow along for more.   Follow to receive regular updates from the World of Dromaria:  
    Cover Debut
    Generic article | Nov 27, 2024

    The cover of the Red Keep Adventure by Yury Nikifarau.

     

    Adventure Cover

      #playtest #dnd #dromaria #worldbuilding #fantasy #sharethelove #anvilspace
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    End of October....

    old Illustration by me.
      October may have seemed quiet for me, I was busy writing and adding to my world, Work on the manuscript is still going. I have to pause and answer many questions about aspects I hadn't considered, such as larger world issues that my story should focus on outside of my characters, as well as how the magic system works. I did not have much time to work on #Spooktober I only completed two prompts. I debating on starting a world for just archiving stories I write about the characters I play in other games, or may releasing their stories in chapter format with a manuscript.
      In my campaign, one guild of players accidentally—allegedly—released a demon into part of the world, which may or may not have eaten a few villages and destroyed half a keep in the Craglands. They are currently on their way to trial with the Dwarven Sun King Thorin Dankil. The other guild has just started the quest for the Thirteen Treasures to potentially cleanse the world of Umbral water. They received a guild building expansion.
      Anyways, here's to Novelember coming, and working more! I hope you are doing fantastic, below are my entries and recent articles.
      Entries:
    Drowning
    Generic article | Dec 15, 2024

    Down to the depths

    Blind
    Generic article | Mar 18, 2025

    She was supposed to be a meal


      Articles:
    The Luminous Codex
    Tradition / Ritual | Oct 5, 2024

    The heavens were charted

    An Exploration of Magic
    Physical / Metaphysical Law | Nov 9, 2024

    Brief explanation of Magic in the world


      #writingupdate #fantasy
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    Happy #caturday ! dont forget about the FREE STUFF contest! lol #wildzoo #fantasy #worldbuilding #art #animals #comic #manga

    Keke running late...again. She has the worst luck...
     
    by Vela

      Sticker idea for Mary " Muscle Mommy Mary"
     
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      Keke QRC
     
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      Noktua serving up some hot kicks to the face for these Attan Raiders!
     
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    Today is my #birthday so naturally im GIVING away stuff ... read more #wildzoo #art #giveaway #contest #halloween #fantasy

    Here below is a picture of a MYSTERIOUS Shop! But who could this shop belong to?? Hmmm... good question lets have a contest to figure it out! (celebration music plays briefly ) Here is the contest and the rules.   Contest: The first 8 WorldAnvil acct holders to comment the answer of WHO owns this Shop before the deadline of October 31st arrives will WIN an art gift bag and one of the gifts in the bag will be a signed print copy of the completed illustration.   Rules: 1) first 8 WorldAnvil to comment correctly 2) must comment on the ARTICLE of the Character that the shop belongs to. Yes... 3)must have correct answers submitted on correct article before OCT 31st. 4) shipping is free but some international addresses may be more tricky to deliver to some may not be able to becompleted.   Here is YOUR MYSTERY SHOP happy digging my fellow Archeologist !  
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    Check out the latest addition to Dromaria: The Quiet Hollow, for Spooktober 2024 #Deafening.

    A land where sound is swallowed, silence rules, and danger lurks beneath the quiet surface. Check it out now!
      Follow to receive regular updates from the World of Dromaria:
     
    The Quiet Hollow
    Generic article | Oct 10, 2024

    Farmland where sound is swallowed, silence rules, and danger lurks beneath the quiet surface.


      Current Spooktober Submissions:
    Ghosts of the Greenwood (Otherworldly)
    Crafting Horror: Monsters that Haunt Dromaria (Grotesque)
    Occuli (Eye)
      #fantasy #author #spooktober2024 #challenge #Spooktober #anvilspace #Dromaria
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    Inarora's Excursion! Updates 10/4

    It's been about two weeks since Inarora's Excursion has come into the world! I've been taking a long social media hiatus because I got extremely burned out from doing promos, and then also social media has a bad tendency (which, is by design) to feed into a lot of your insecurities and imposter syndrome, and it made things a lot worse for me. Which sucks, because I've been wanting to post more for Inarora's Excursion across my socials, but I haven't been able to.
      So, I haven't really done many articles the past month or two. I've been hyperfixated on writing my Naruto fanfiction and I've been drawing and working. A lot. My reading is suffering a bit lol. I'm hoping soon to hop back onto Ina 2 but right now, I have a really good thing going with my fanfiction and I need to milk it for all it's got.
      Anyway, here's where you can purchase Inarora's Excursion if you're interested!
      Direct Link (U.S. Only): https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?wNMT3cEbRrwqFWjoG8g3SJdNxsGsUl5LNbtiE0yH1Az Universal Link: https://books2read.com/SeraphAbellWrites
      #fantasy #author #Author #Reading #Writing #urbanfantasy #UrbanFantasy #queerfiction #lgbtq #disabilityrep
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    After nearly two years of hard work, we're thrilled (and a little nervous!) to share the Dromaria site with you finally!

    This world means everything to me, and I'm eager for others to explore it.   It is packed with free content for 5ed D&D, including:   • A full world guidebook filled with lore and details   • New class, subclasses, races, spells, backgrounds, and monsters   • A complete introductory campaign to start your adventures in Dromaria   • A prologue comic for our upcoming Kindred comic books   We're excited to hear your thoughts and will continue to evolve the site, creating space for feedback as we go. This is just the beginning, and we can’t wait to see where it leads!   Check it out: https://www.dromaria.com   Keep an eye out for Spooktober 2024 from Dromaria!   #fantasy #ttrpg #author #comic #map #spooktober #release
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    Final 24 hours for my Kickstarter campaign! Meteor Tales: The Roleplaying Game!

    Hey everyone, this is the last chance to pledge for my medieval fantasy TTRPG Meteor Tales! The Lore of the game is featured in my world anvil page! I thank you all for your support! Kickstarter link: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/spirallane/meteor-tales-the-roleplaying-game

      #fantasy #kickstarter #author #ttrpg #rpg #medievalfantasy
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    Inarora's Excursion is available now!

    Inarora's Excursion is live NOW with your favorite retailers! https://books2read.com/SeraphAbellWrites
      Though, please try to support me directly by going through my direct buy link please. <3 https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?wNMT3cEbRrwqFWjoG8g3SJdNxsGsUl5LNbtiE0yH1Az
      #UrbanFantasy #urbanfantasy #Fantasy #fantasy #Author #author #writer #writingcommunity #queerwriter #queer #lgbtqwriter #disabledwriter #disabilityinfantasy
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    I am blown away...

    I am amazed and humbled that my story, Amatherean Tales - One Flew Over The Dragon's Nest has received over 30k views.   If you have never read LitRPG stories before, give it a go.   New chapters released Monday. Wednesday and Friday.   The blurb:  
    Step into the cosy, wholesome world of Amathera. Following SJ, a newly reborn Fae Assassin, and her initially snarky AI assistant, Dave, as they embark on a journey of self-discovery and friendship in this enchanting realm. In Amathera, reputation reigns supreme, and SJ must navigate the intricacies of her new life alongside her unlikely companion. Together, they'll forge a bond built on trust and respect as they grapple not only with each other but also with the changes sweeping through the realm. SJ finds herself labelled as an anomaly, seen by some as malware posing a threat to the established order. But as her new life unfolds, she begins to question whether appearances are deceiving and if there's more to her existence than meets the eye. Amidst the shifting tides of change, what was once considered normal for millennia is now evolving, forcing both the reincarnated and the population at large to adapt. As the System implements its plans, SJ and Dave find themselves at the heart of a transformation that will reshape the very fabric of Amathera. Join them on a journey filled with laughter, action, and unexpected twists as they navigate the mysteries of Amathera and uncover the truth behind their extraordinary connection.
      Amatherean Tales - One Flew Over The Dragon's Nest   #Fantasy #fantasy #LitRPG
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    Just two days left to pre-order Inarora's Excursion!

    https://books2read.com/SeraphAbellWrites
      Sorry, not much else to post. I just don't have the energy. #Author #fantasy #urbanfantasy #author #UrbanFantasy
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    It was a busy week and I loved it!

    This week has been a whirlwind of creativity, learning, and incredible discoveries. I’ve been diving deeper into custom CSS, thanks to the amazing World Anvil community on Discord, who’ve been so helpful in guiding me through the process. Next, I want to invite you to explore some fresh content in my world of Kena'an, where I’ve been working on new lore and expanding the story. Your feedback is always welcome as I continue to build this universe.   I’m also thrilled to share that I’ve begun a new world called Chronicles of Blood. This setting is a tribute to Vampire: The Masquerade- my all time favorite TTRPG. You can meet the world’s narrator, a vampire journalist named Violette Jackson, who has a unique perspective on all the events that unfold. Here is her article:
    Violette
    Character | Oct 31, 2024
      Finally, since this platform helped so much get out of a chronic writer's block, I’ve started publishing a manuscript that I’m really excited to share with you all! It’s been a long time coming, and I can’t wait for you to read it and tell me what you think!

    Of blood and Judgement

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      Wow, that was a long post! I am sorry about that. Before I go, I want to shout out some beautiful articles I’ve read recently by talented creators:  
    Eidolon
    Generic article | Jan 6, 2025

    The component of a person that is a part of the Dream.

    by demongrey
    Luminary Institute of Performing Arts
    Organization | Apr 26, 2025

    Learn to sing, dance, and make people believe you meant to fall down the stairs!

    by Tillerz
    Annûn
    Organization | Sep 17, 2024
    by trollpete   Thank you all for your support, inspiration, and the incredible work you share every day! #worldbuilding #author #fantasy #spreadthelove
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    Happy #caturday New stuff coming! #art #wildzoo #fantasy #historicalfiction #challenge

    Happy Caturday my fellow Animals! I have been thinking of creating products of my world to sell them to fund some investments in better equipment for my worldbuilding, however, I have no idea how to market products for a story that has not yet been written and published. I am basically trying to get people interested in the story I am working on. I have some general ideas on what I could offer, such as a " WildZoo: Bundle" ... but what would have to be in that bundle to attract potential readers?   I am an artist first than a writer, and im slow playing the writing as rushing has caused me to back peddle in some of the design of the characters. Keke, as you have noticed, changed a bit. The actual story demanded it... and when worldbuilding.... it matters.   So I will be showcasing a few designs of what I have already started for these "Wild bundles" I will showcase them over the next month, and if you have any suggestions please let me know!!! Also here is some new delicious stuff!      
     
     
     
     
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    MIS-POST But neat announcement!

    Previous message was uh, definitely not intentionally posted LOL. Sorry.
      Anyway, so last night I logged into my Amazon page and saw I was #9 in Teen/YA Fiction on Disabilities! It's no longer there at #9 but I do have the receipts and I can prove it LOL.
      Anyway, if you would like to support an indie author who writes about being queer and disabled, please consider my debut book, Inarora's Excursion!
      https://books2read.com/SeraphAbellWrites
      #fantasy #urbanfantasy #Fantasy #UrbanFantasy #Author #YoungAdult #YA #Teen #teen #youngadult #teenfiction
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    My entry for the Institutions of Learning challenge!

    I just wanted to share my entry for the Institutions of Learning challenge. I have already submitted it, but I'm still trying some staff with CSS on it. This is the first time I' m taking part in an official challenge and it is truly exciting! Writing about the Lunar Spire was a lot of fun and it also gave me the opportunity to advance my homebrew race of the Eaglors a little bit more. I hope you' ll enjoy it!
    The Lunar Spire
    Organization | Dec 17, 2024

    The school of prorhecies and divination, a place where dreams serve as the material of the future.

    #fantasy #worldbuilding #bakctoschool
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    Updates 9/9

    PHEW, there are 13 more days until the release of my MG/YA book, Inarora's Excursion and I feel like I'm losing my mind lmao. I'm scrambling for content, trying to make content on Bsky and TikTok and phew some days I just want to curl up and cry LOL.
      Anyway, I did some editing of articles last week. I think it was Seri, Dahlnen, and then I made a new article:
    Enaros International Politics
    Geographic Location | Sep 5, 2024
    with the startings of my international relations. I didn't do it before because it wasn't QUITE necessary but as I work on book 2, I'm realizing: oof I have a LOT of international relations that is needed. And I'm even citing these fckers. Granted I haven't found it necessary to cite in articles YET but I have the citations made and ready. (Tell me you graduated college with research and citations beaten into you WITHOUT TELLING ME).
      As y'all saw on Saturday, I have a new universal link. I was not vibing with Booklinker, and I like Books2Read much better https://books2read.com/SeraphAbellWrites
      I also now have my amazon author page FINALLY set up https://author.amazon.com/profile so please consider giving that a follow!
      I got some bit of writing done this week, but I've been bouncing between writing and work and marketing. (It's hard. Send help)
      Anyway, I think that's all the updates I have for this week? I think???
      #Fantasy #UrbanFantasy #Writer #AnvilWriter #Author #SeraphUpdates
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    Totally random update but important for readers.

    I noticed my universal link wouldn't show enough links, because they only did like maybe two or three. Idk how the fuck to work that site for more links, so I've made another universal link with books2read. So if you want to pre-order on OTHER sites, please use this link! Thank you <3
      https://books2read.com/SeraphAbellWrites
      #author #urbanfantasy #fantasy #writers
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    Weekly Updates

    Good afternoon, friends! I...did not do a WHOLE lot last week that was noteworthy to be quite honest. However, I will say...
      I don't think I have ever talked about it here but I do write Naruto fanfiction https://archiveofourown.org/series/2549518. I posted the third/fourth chapter of "Castle of Glass" last week, after a few months' hiatus. I'm currently working on a new short story to add to the collection of CHAOS.
      Let's see, what else. There are 20 days left before the release of Inarora's Excursion. I have gotten one ARC reader so far! If you want to be an ARC reader, please consider following my link! https://booksirens.com/book/D37TDM9/F6H902J; if not, please consider pre-ordering! https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/123387128-inarora-s-excursion (Universal: https://mybook.to/SeraphAbellBooks)
      I've updated my world meta to show the link to Inarora's Excursion in the footer with a link and the pitch!
      I published a few articles that I'd had locked for a while.
      Other than that...not a lot really happened this week. LOL
      #Writing #Author #DebutAuthor #fantasy #urbanfantasy #YA #youngadult
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    2 Stretch Goals unlocked for my project on Kickstarter!

    Meteor Tales TTRPG is growing! Make sure to check it out. World-building and game designing combined is a true blessing. It is very fulfilling work. September is also always my favorite months, like the beginning of a new season and I already have 3-4 groups playing on weekly basis (I have a fantasy/RPG bookstore in Athens so it's possible to handle such task). Playing regularly on your own setting gives you a strange familiarity with your world! Have you ever experienced it? There are some kingdoms and places that we have played so long in over the years that feel like my neighborhood, it's cray.
      Anyways, here's the Kickstarter link guys, thank you all so much for your time: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/spirallane/meteor-tales-the-roleplaying-game
     

      #fantasy #kickstarter #ttrpg
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    Meooww!? #Keke, swiftly makes her escape from the #pirate captures. With #loot in her #paws ! follow #wildzoo #art #fantasy

    Keke cant just escape, She MUST be compinsated for her time, whether her capturers like it or not!  
    Keke escapes The Saang by Vela
     
    by Vela
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    First two books are available!

    I have recently released my first two manuscripts on WorldAnvil since I transitioned over to using it as my main writing platform.
      The blurb...
      Step into the cosy, wholesome world of Amathera. Following SJ, a newly reborn Fae Assassin, and her initially snarky AI assistant, Dave, as they embark on a journey of self-discovery and friendship in this enchanting realm. In Amathera, reputation reigns supreme, and SJ must navigate the intricacies of her new life alongside her unlikely companion. Together, they'll forge a bond built on trust and respect as they grapple not only with each other but also with the changes sweeping through the realm. SJ finds herself labelled as an anomaly, seen by some as malware posing a threat to the established order. But as her new life unfolds, she begins to question whether appearances are deceiving and if there's more to her existence than meets the eye. Amidst the shifting tides of change, what was once considered normal for millennia is now evolving, forcing both the reincarnated and the population at large to adapt. As the System implements its plans, SJ and Dave find themselves at the heart of a transformation that will reshape the very fabric of Amathera. Join them on a journey filled with laughter, action, and unexpected twists as they navigate the mysteries of Amathera and uncover the truth behind their extraordinary connection. A wholesome LitRPG, Isekai, Slice of Life where the MC slowly begins her new life, world building and gaining reputation.
      Amatherean Tales
      Have a great weekend all.
      #litrpg #fantasy #writer
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    Seraph's Weekly Update!

    Weekly updates! Been trudging along with Inarora 2. Trying to get back into the groove after being knocked off it badly a bit ago. I'm doing pretty good, averaging about 400 something words a day. Er...at least just the past few days it's been my average. I'm gonna try to focus more on it this week.
      Did one article that I needed to do anyway, tbh, and I honestly love the route he took as I began characterizing him. Ei'rah al-Kanneyeh is loosely based off my poor interpretation of a former friend's character, which they complained massively about, so I decided, "Well I like my interpretation, so fine I'll take my interpretation and go since they don't like it." And the way Ei'rah bloomed as I wrote out his story was amazing, not gonna lie. Also, finally, I have a character with a beard LOL. That was desperately needed lmao.
      Read more about al-Kanneyeh here!
    Captain al-Kanneyeh
    Character | Aug 24, 2024

      I've been in struggling to promote mode with my release LOL. I'm like trying to get Inarora out there with very little success not gonna lie. But if anyone is curious, I do have a BookSiren ARC page for Inarora's Excursion if anyone is interested! https://booksirens.com/book/D37TDM9/F6H902J.
      In writing/world-building unrelated news, I went to a con this weekend and got to meet Jiraiya's voice actor, and I got him to sign the drawing I made of Jiraiya and my Naruto OC, Tsukiya. Unfortunately I forgot to let it dry before storing it in my portfolio buuuuut oh well, I still know what was written on it LOL. And I mean the signature is still there just a liiiiiitle messy. Spent more money than I meant to though but oh well, worth it.
      Anyway, I think that's all I've got for y'all this week? Stay safe, my friends.
      #InarorasExcursion #Fantasy #UrbanFantasy #fantasy #urbanfantasy #SeraphUpdates
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    Updates: both WA and Book

    So last week I successfully got my summer camp reading all done, faster than I expected but thankfully done and out of the way.
      Summer Reading Challenge
      At the end of it, I definitely did use it for some self-promo. Sorry, kinda not sorry. LOL.
      I think soon, I'm going to work on more character profiles because I will need them in my next book or two. I especially need to work on Inarora's cousins and Priwen and Damyien more. I need to flesh these disasters out a little more.
      In other news, right now my book is still set to release the 22nd of next month. That's almost a month away! Phew, that's kinda scary if you ask me. I'm THIS close to being a published author and it's creeping up so fast on me. I'm a little panicky, not gonna even lie, but I'll live. I'm always panicky LMAO.
      In other news, both the paperback AND the e-book are available for pre-order! I'm still working on pre-order incentives but I'm gonna try to get those soon.
      https://mybook.to/seraphabellbooks https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/inaroras-excursion-seraph-abell/1146149475?ean=9798869089175
      Lastly, I was on a live stream last night with two of my friends on YouTube and I had a blast. If you want to hear us ramble on about fanfiction writing as well as our own fanfiction, here is the link: https://www.youtube.com/live/kgOmDIql3Nw
      #Fantasy #UrbanFantasy #fantasy #urbanfantasy #middlegrade #MiddleGrade #Author #debut #book
     
     
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    Ya know.... I need a map

    With my wonderful partner's, Moonlight Bard, help I am starting to develop a map of the Oldest Squire world using Inkarnate #fantasy #buildingtheworld
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    Happy #caturday! #wildzoo #cat #animals #art #fantasy

    by Vela

     
    by Vela
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    Broken Dulcet Chapters 29 & 30 are Live

    Check out Chapter 29 here.
      Check out Chapter 30 here
      More bad news comes as Lapis struggles to deal with the death she wrought.
     

      #fantasy #sciencefantasy #sciencefiction
      ****
      I am now on vacation for two weeks (except for reading the SC articles for the prompt I sponsored. I'm still doing that!). Greenglimmer will return on Sept 6, and Broken Dulcet will return on Sept 13. Maybe I should have waited and wrote about the spooky theater then. Ah well.
      I haven't taken a break since Nov-Dec of 2023, when I took a month off before Greenglimmer and Broken Dulcet began. But after writing 50K during Summer Camp (counting articles and serial chapters but not CSS code) I am in need of a breather. So breathe I shall.
      I will not be taking bets on how many days I can stay idle before I pick up a pen and make some digital art, or type a bit on my Wellspring WIP. I have too much of a guilty conscience. I'll probably put up my revamp of my Lapis of Nicodem homepage, but I won't do that until after SC judging because I'm terrified I'll accidentally update articles.
      Who knows. Maybe I'll just kick back and play some more Tears of the Kingdom (my honey got me the 9 disc, full soundtrack to the game in Japan. Very excited to listen to it all). Or maybe I'll play around with Medieval sampler from Teenage Engineering. It's my early birthday present, and since it has samples of medieval instruments (and a dragon!) it's right up my alley.
      ****
      Take care, all
      Kwyn
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    ARC Call! (Last one for this week, I swear)

    It's wild how much stuff I have to post. I'd rather post worldbuilding updates for WA. LOL. But for now, uh I do have an ARC call out right now!
      ✅ Sarcastic Gay Grandpas? ✅ Cat Folk? ✅ Aro/Ace Enby MC? ✅ Doting dad? ✅ Emotional Men? ✅ Disability Rep?
      https://forms.gle/B9U58NoNu2wRZKTc8
      #ARCReaders #ARCs #fantasy #UrbanFantasy #Author #Fantasy #Writer
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    See the artistic side of yours truly....

    Hello fellow worldbuilders,
      I have a treat for many of you to see concerning something about me that I've mentioned in the past. I have stated that I'm an artist with a passion for illustration and comic-style artwork. Well, below is one of my drawings that I drew several years ago. Consider this a sneak peek into what kind of visual style to expect from me (which will be refined as I'm always making improvements). With that stand, feast your eyes on my original artwork below:
     
    by James E. Debro

      Also consider this as a signal of my future plans here on #WorldAnvil regarding my #fantasy world. that's all I'll say for the time being
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    eBook pre-orders available!

    I fibbed last week when I said I'd try not to post too much about my upcoming book but I did want to let everyone know that the eBooks are available for pre-ordering! I'm working on getting the print book done for pre-orders but for right now, eBooks are ready for pre-order!
      https://mybook.to/seraphabellbooks
      #UrbanFantasy #fantasy #Fantasy #urbanfantasy #ebooks #author #debutauthor
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    Inarora's Excursion Release Date and Info!

    So I've been talking occasionally here about my debut novel, Inarora's Excursion. This book has been 7 years in the making, where I didn't even look at it for about 3-4 years, and I can finally publish it! I'm genuinely very happy about it. I know this site is more about world building than for promotion but I still wanted to make a post. I won't post daily like I do on my socials, but maybe once a week here as a reminder and to update on how it's going.
      So for right now, the release date is September 22, 2024! I'm getting it set up on IngramSpark (and having a conniption fit every single day). Working on getting it ready for pre-order, but sadly I've been fighting with Ingram all week about the cover template and I haven't had much luck.
      Follow my GoodReads and add Ina's Excursion to your "want to read" so you can be notified when it comes out! https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/20534903.Seraph_Abell
      I am DEFINITELY looking into pre-order goodies. I'm thinking stickers. Maybe bookmarks but I don't know yet? Maybe prints also. I want to do some raffles, too.
      Anyway, thank you for staying through this ramble!
      #UrbanFantasy #Fantasy #Author #Writing
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    Now that im done crying.. here are some updates to some of the articles enjoy.. #art #wildzoo #characterdesign #fantasy #cat

    You will notice some updates to the framing of the imagery. Giving some of main characters speech bubblers that will hint at their personalities.
     
    by Vela

     
    by Vela

     
    by Vela

     
    by Vela

     
    by Vela
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    Last bit of articles AND good news!

    I successfully did 16 articles this year! I was worried I wouldn't and then I just decided on a wildcard and said 'fuck it, let's go'. I would have done one sooner than last minute, but it's been an extremely rough week.
      However, before I go into my last articles, I want to share good news! I am setting the date for publishing Inarora's Excursion to be September 22, 2024. So I'm going to be a published author in a little over a month and a half! I'll make a few other posts about it later on.
      Anyway, last few articles hath arrived! I do apologize, I don't have much to really say about any of these articles but I am trying lol.
     
    Anti-Cavity Salve
    Technology / Science | Jul 30, 2024
    This was kind of inspired by the knowledge that we COULD have a cavity vaccine but they won't let it happen. Which honestly, I could use that vaccine but...anyway...here's the Anti-Cavity Salve LOL.
     
    Illusion Tags
    Technology / Science | Jul 30, 2024
    Illusion Tags. I'm sorry, not sorry, but they were inspired by Naruto. I just thought it was a neat idea. And ofc I took my own creative liberties.
     
    Made With Love or Hate
    Myth | Nov 30, 2024
    Last one, made with love or hate. Idk, I just threw this together. But it is a very interesting concept so I figured, why the hell not?
      Anyway, thank you all for the love you've given my articles this month. Good luck to the other competitors out there. :)
      #SummerCamp2024 #SummerCamp #summercamp #summercamp2024 #urbanfantasy #fantasy #UrbanFantasy #Publishing
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    My Meteor Tales RPG Campaign hast just launched on Kickstarter!

    Hello everyone! I hope you are all well and ready to enjoy your holidays!
      My Meteor Tales campaign has just launched on Kickstarter, and I just wanted to let you know! I really hope you take a look at the project and consider supporting it!
      My heart and soul is in this one.
      Here's the link: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/spirallane/meteor-tales-the-roleplaying-game
      #kickstarter #fantasy #ttrpg
     
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    Two more articles down

    It's been a really hard week for me so I haven't really done much in regards to these articles.
      Arenai Taisha Shrine Probably one of my favorite articles that I didn't know I needed? Because this would make a great spot for Seri to take Inarora in a later story honestly, even as a short story. And if I can come up with more history behind it then even better, because I feel like Seri would info dump about the shrine while walking Inarora through.
      Kiduli Islands This one isn't really my best article, as again I've been struggling the past week. I mean I hope it's good enough, I think it is, but with everything going on I'm kinda struggling through my remaining articles soooo yeah.
      #SummerCamp #SummerCamp2024 #summercamp #summercamp2024 #fantasy #urbanfantasy #Fantasy #UrbanFantasy
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    Inarora's Excursion; Need Help

    Welp I might be getting my manuscript back sooner than expected, but the problem is that I'm still working on fixing my car up so I can't pay my editor for their services right now. Please consider donating to my ko-fi so I can pay my editor and get Inarora on track for publishing!
      https://ko-fi.com/seraphrdm
      #Fantasy #UrbanFantasy #Author #Artist #Struggling
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    Number Eleven done today!

    Phew I'm almost done. I have five more articles to write and I gotta think about which ones I am gonna do.
      Anyway, here are the three I've gotten done since the last time I posted:
     
    Armored Rawhendianti
    Species | Jul 18, 2024
    I dunno what to say about this one honestly. This guy probably never makes an appearance in my book LOL.
     
    Destroyer of Enaros
    Myth | Jul 29, 2024
    This one might be my favorite for the sheer fact that this myth exists about my MC, Inarora, who literally wouldn't even hurt a fly. She is just the sweetest person ever and loves cuddling with her father(s and mom). She feels awful when she accidentally hurts a bug or animal, or even a plant! Shit, she feels awful when she knocks a plushie off her bed because she can't sleep normally. So it's funny that this myth even exists and literally every person who knows her is like, "LOL what?"
     
    Dusk Plague
    Condition | Jul 28, 2024
    Lastly this is actually an article I've procrastinated on writing because I just didn't feel like it/I didn't feel like I had the right inspiration for it yet. But this is such a big thing because this is what killed the dragons that it needed to get written. So yippee! I got that done finally.
      And I will work out the last five articles at some point soon. I'll get there. Eventually.
      #UrbanFantasy #Fantasy #fantasy #SummerCamp #SummerCamp2024 #summercamp #summercamp2024 #urbanfantasy #dragons
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    The Wall of Quelow! A new article for Summercamp

    https://www.worldanvil.com/w/the-mythrendar-galaxyE284A2-nefariousbane/a/the-wall-of-quelow---morgeidainean-history--technology
      #summercamp #SummerCamp2024 #fantasy
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    Happy #Caturday ! Here are some more auspicious changes to #keke. enjoy! #cat #wildzoo #scifi #fantasy #characterdesign

    As the story unfolds in WildZoo, so does my interpre, tation of the characters. The more I write, the more that becomes revealed, especially about the design. For me it has to match the story
     
    by Vela

      this one is not lore but still cannon lol

     
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    Broken Dulcet Chapters 26-27 are Live! and Summer Camp Updates

    Read Ch 26 here and
    Read Ch 27 here  
      #fantasy #sciencefantasy #sciencefiction   ****   I've written 11 prompts so far for summer camp. Plan to do several more this weekend. I'm partial to my Merdia pirates :)  
    Summer Camp 2024: Prompts
    Generic article | Aug 3, 2024
      #summercamp   ****   Yesterday I found out a friend passed away. No one seems to know what happened, just that she's gone. Why is it, the sweet and wonderful die so young?   RIP, my friend.   ****   And with that cheerful note, take care and hug those you love   Kwyn
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    Curious about the deep-seated enmity between Vampyres and Lycans in my world? Discover the secrets behind their ancient feud in

    https://www.worldanvil.com/w/the-mythrendar-galaxyE284A2-nefariousbane/a/how-the-war-between-lycans-and-vampyres-began-in-the-mythrendar-galaxyE284A2-myth
      #SummerCamp #fantasy #SummerCamp2024 #whatIamReading
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    Halfway done!

    Honestly, I'm really proud of my progress this week. I finally hit 8 articles, and I'm halfway to my goal!
      Hwindhita Dasith This one, I'm not sure entirely on but I think with the creation of the Order of the Xoltin, I actually might continue with this idea because clearly, Inarora is gonna need that help.
      Order of the Xoltin This one is honestly hilarious though because if one were to look at Inarora, then read this, they'd laugh. Like. Inarora won't even hurt a fly wtf you mean she's allegedly going to end the world? Are you on drugs? (they probably are on drugs)
      #SummerCamp #SummerCamp2024 #UrbanFantasy #Fantasy #Cult #EndofDays
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    The Mighty Draquis Axe! A living weapon that siphons the blood of its victims! Follow me for more!

    #fantasy #SummerCamp #summercamp2024
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    Two done in one day?!

    Doing these on weekends and telework days are honestly the best days for me lol. But ayo I got two of these bad boys down.
     
    Yuêndàn Mo
    Character | Jul 15, 2024
    These guys...I really don't know. I just bullshitted it and sprayed with febreeze. Inspired by the fox spirits in east Asian culture, with a twist of my own (I hope it's like that anyway). Not my finest work but hey I wrote something.
     
    Vy'lantia City, Hampton
    Settlement | Jul 25, 2024
    This one kinda became a reference to like...The Bronx with a mix of Portsmouth, Virginia somehow. (I'm a Virginian don't judge me). Specifically, the casino is a reference to good ol' P-Town. No. I don't like that casino. What was your first clue? And I dunno. I guess it also has elements from other areas of the country too. Idk fully.
      So I uh. Had some extra spoons for worldbuilding today. (I may or may not have been procrastinating draft 1.5 of my novel). Yippee
      #SummerCamp #SummerCamp2024 #Fantasy #Colonialism #Summercamp #summercamp #summercamp2024 #procrastination #urbanfantasy
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    The Cryptcordia, a 12 ft. tall (or taller) cursed fungus. One of my upcoming articles! Follow me for more! #fantasy #SummerCamp
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    Meet a small part of my universe and its cast! House Dos'Soma and House Paraxious! #fantasy #summercamp2024
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    Fourth Article Down!

    Phew! I have four articles down. I was lucky enough not to have to go out today so I decided, why not make article number four? Hopefully tomorrow and Tuesday will also involve some article writing. I always need an excuse to keep worldbuilding lmaoooooo.
      Honestly, I'm v proud of all of these articles so far this year. And want to talk about each one so far
     
    Original Ph'tani
    Ethnicity | Jul 27, 2024
    Original Ph'tani was my first one. In the book, I often talk about how the Naa'ran humans took over their country, so I'm actually glad I had to write this because I needed to have a good reference point for this.
    Milana: City of Peace
    Settlement | Jul 25, 2024
    Milana I don't have much to say about. I wrote this one because of Rhanalan and the strife that happened, and I did realize they needed a safe zone. Or at least one they thought was safe. I don't think I expected to write it the way I did but I think I enjoyed how it came out.
    Sareng Nlantrî
    Geographic Location | Jul 14, 2024
    Okay this one was full bushittery and me drawing inspo from Luray Caverns in my home state of Virginia. Honestly, I should go one day. It's just unfortunately very much out of the way for me. But one day, I'll visit the place that inspired this article.
    Mela Sule
    Tradition / Ritual | Dec 23, 2024
    I actually reference this festival in my first book towards the end but I didn't go into much detail. However, I wrote a short story with my bestie that did, in fact, feature this. I was stuck at first because I didn't know what to do. It's not quite a comfort thing but it is tradition, and it did start as a way to comfort the people of the country.
      So I think I'm doing great and having a lot of fun this year lol.
      #SummerCamp #SummerCamp2024 #HavingFun #fantasy #urbanfantasy
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    Third article down!

    Phew I'm really taking my sweet time with this this year but it's because I've been working on my book while also working a full time job. So my time is limited for making articles but I am trying! Hopefully I'll hit my goal this year though.
      #SummerCamp #SummerCamp2024 #Fantasy
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    The Cleansing - Chapter 3 is out for Villagers+

    Chapter 3 of The Cleansing is out now for anyone who is a Villager, Citizen or Unauthorised Mage.  

    Previous Chapter: A Lack of the Familiar

    Well, as I accidentally posted this globally, I may as well share the link to the previous chapter, which is totally public!
    I. A Lack of the Familiar
    Prose | Dec 30, 2024

    Y'kàndrà, still weary from his journey, sets out for the gates of Shevezz City, where he hopes to find the information he needs before he dares venture to Zykyrn Pilkarrz.

     

    New Chapter: Unfamiliar Elements

    Y'kàndrà faces his fear of the entrance clerks and learns of a challenge the citizens of Shevezz will have to face if action is not taken soon. Aware this stalls his own reasons for being there, the mage decides to make his mission to be involved in both his and the Queendom's difficulty.   Well, if he can find his way to the library, anyway.   Read Now   This will be up on Patreon shortly and I am working on a manuscript version of this too.  

    When Will This Be Public?

    By Saturday probably. It will be later if I haven't created the artwork for the header by then.  

    What's a Villager/Citizen?

    These are people who are monthly supporters on Ko-Fi or Patreon, with a Title that matches their kind contribution.   Don't ask about the Unauthorised Mages. The first rule of the Unauthorised Mage programme is you do not talk about the Unauthorised Mage programme.   #fiction #fantasy #writing #ChroniclesOfQalath
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    Happy 4th of July! #4thofjuly #independenceday #wolvessavingsheep #wildzoo #fantasy #animal

    Breeze noticed how much stronger Keke had gotten. She also noticed he noticed...
     
    by Vela
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    Happy #sundog ! Here is new article of The River King. #art #wildzoo #fantasy #animal #crocs

    by Vela
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    Characters that will be introduce in the story. #art #wildzoo #oddcouple #rabbit #fox #fantasy #Animals

    by Vela
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    Happy #Caturday ! I forget to post alot of stuff so here is something from a few months ago #wildzoo #art #fantasy

    by Vela
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    Who is this mischievous devil? #wildzoo #characterdesign #fantasy #art #antagonist

    " Keke, you dont understand! If there are only a few things that I fear, disappointing my mother, a moonless night, and Pollie. That Anima.. that creature... is beyond the fear of death. Pollie never fails at what he is paid to retrieve, and will absolute desimate an entire kingdom from the shadows to attain it. SO PLEASE , when I say we need to run as far and as fast we can, BELIEVE me!" Breeze's eyes pierced Keke's heart. She had never seen this expression on her sensei's face. It was enough for her to not push the issue...for now.
     
    by Vela
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    Who could this sinister creature be? #wip #art #characterdesign #wildzoo #fantasy #storytelling

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    Because I love you guys so much, I am giving you some desert before the main course #bonappetite #wildzoo #art #fantasy

    by Vela

     
    by Vela
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    Introducing...Sort Of

    I'd like to re-introduce Vibris Ceza, an influential explorer in my world of Uclandia.
      He made himself known a couple of years ago, but he's made his origins and adventures much clearer now. Since he's going to be in the spotlight soon, I thought you might enjoy getting to know him! Come and say hello!
      Vibris Ceza
      #fantasy #Uclandia
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    Only you guys get to see these.. its technically "spoilers" ... have fun guessing #art #wildzoo #fantasy #storytelling

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    Enter the Nightmare

    After a hiatus to paint and get some little things done, we're back with the Lightdark Saga. While working on book 2 I thought it would be a good time to get some of the more concrete lore off of accumulated tattered notes and out of my head and onto a page. So, here is another slice of the Lightdark saga and Nightmare space:
    Enter the Nightmare
    Geographic Location | May 13, 2024

    The Nightmare is a twilight space full of dying suns and broken planets. A place its denizens struggle every second of their, usually short lives.

    ! #fantasy
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    Le Cycle des Cieux - Tome 4 est disponible !

    Le Cycle des Cieux, Tome 4 : Intrigues au Palais d'Argent

    READ
      #fantasy
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    Happy #wcw #wolf #wildzoo #cat #fantasy #wolfcrushwednesday #dynamicduo

    Resting by Vela
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    Keke has the worst luck when it comes to landing on her feet. #happy #caturday #wildzoo #art #fantasy #Animals #cat #meow

    "SKAT!"
    by Vela
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    Happy #sundog following up with this piece #art #dynamicduo #wildzoo #sanctuarykingdom #wildzoocomic #fantasy #scifi #world

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    Happy #sundog ! #earthday #fiesta ! been awhile,... here is some #sneekpeek #wip #wildzoo #dynamicduo #fantasy #fantasy #story

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    #wip #sneakpeek #worldbuilding #art #wildzoo #fantasy #caturday #scifi #sky

    I know you guys are gonna love it when I finish!
      Happy Caturday!
      Vela
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    A short story from a yet-unexplored land!

    The Lord of the Bad Road
    Prose | May 4, 2024

      In this month's spirit of adventure (and short story-writing), I've released a story for subscribers to read!
      However, I can't go 100% public with the story because I'm waiting to see whether it get accepted for a magazine submission. For the time being, I've made it available to subscribers only, **but** anyone can subscribe to my world for free. You should have the option to subscribe if you click through to the story, or you can find the subscribe button on my world's homepage.
      This piece is certainly a change of pace from what I've been writing, but often, different settings warrant such a change of pace, don't they? I hope y'all enjoy it regardless! Happy building and happy writing!
      Obligatory(?) hashtag soup: #shortstory #AdventureApril #sword&sorcery #S&S #fantasy #UnofficialChallenge
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    Can you guess this pokemon? #characterdesign #wildzoo #fantasy #worldbuilding

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    There are less than 48 hours left on my Kickstarter, which has passed 300%! I'd like to join you, too.

    https://youtu.be/fo8Fb4JMCgA   https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/desnordlund/varuld-is-back-and-growing?ref=cj4ftl   "The story of Deris and its tumultuous past is a saga filled with intricate emotions and lasting consequences. Fifteen lifetimes ago, the lands that now comprise Deris were a patchwork of discord. Three distinct regions existed: Höffdingen, the east peninsula, was a thriving maritime nation; the Tabak Plateau, also known as Lamina, a highland region with a unique culture, and the surrounding territories known as Shajara.   Höffdingen's existence was intertwined with the sea, where the people not only relied on its bountiful waters for sustenance but also harnessed its power for trade and piracy. Throughout its history, legendary pirates had emerged, their exploits often conducted with the tacit approval of reigning monarchs. This piracy set in motion the devastating conflict eleven lifetimes ago.   Shajara, determined to secure control over what is now known as Tyrant's Gulf, to stop the plundering, implemented a drastic blockade, effectively sealing off the gulf's exit and mercilessly attacking any vessels trapped within. Höffdingen, in response, hastily marshaled its forces, leading to a perilous march across the isthmus into Shajara's territory.   However, Höffdingen was tragically ignorant of the situation on the Tabak Plateau and the peaceful, nomadic Lamina people. They mistakenly assumed all their adversaries hailed from Shajara. When Höffdingen's troops attempted to establish a strategic base on the plateau, they unknowingly triggered the wrath of the Lamina, who in turn believed that their lands were under attack by Shajara. The result was a catastrophic situation with three nations locked in a chaotic, destructive war."   #ttrpg #kickstarter #fantasy #fantasyworld #magic
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    Craft a bright new world, in Ayun Sovos!

    This weekend, I released something super shiny to the community: a brand new world! I invite you all to follow along as I develop the world of Ayun Sovos, a realm of charming creaturefolk driven by a passion for craft and creation, supported by the brave adventurers who venture out into the treacherous reaches of the world to fetch them the materials they need for their next big project!
    Ayun Sovos

    Crafting your way through any adventure!

    A realm of charming creaturefolk driven by a passion for craft and creation, supported by the brave adventurers who venture out into the treacherous reaches of the world to fetch them the materials they need for their next big project!

    This world is a project of love and delight in worldbuilding, and you can expect bright, cheery stories, places, people, and things all around. As I pull Malkora down a darker and more complex path moving forward, Ayun Sovos will be the warm home I can always retreat to whenever things start feeling a little too real.
      I can't wait to show you all of the fun things I have planned for this world! Keep your eyes peeled for a new unofficial challenge coming your way for the month of March! :)
     
    #TheOwlworks #AyunSovos #OvO #Fantasy #HighFantasy #SwordandSorcery #Crafting #Adventure
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    The Dark Device of the Great Chasm, Chapter 32 is Live!

    Amates 31, 1277. Past the panels and below. We didn’t find trouble; it came looking for us.


     
    The room spun three more times to the sound of rattling gears before a way out opened up. It wasn’t the spiral staircase. That stayed a spring-loaded, hungry meat grinder. Instead, the way out was a dark, dusty door hidden behind one of the medical cabinets. There was another spiral staircase behind it, only without the spring blades ready to snap out at us from all directions.

     
    All told, it was a good sign they were on the right path. Ruins were often thick with locks and inventive ways to get killed. Those were always far less complicated than a room-sized combination lock. Still, it made my head throb.

     
    But the floor below was well worth the headache.

     
    I left the stairwell, took two steps into the new room, then froze. This room was round, similar to the one above, but lacked the engraved wall panels. Instead, there were wide, broken bay windows, some the size of a small carriage, that had a breathtaking view outside. Not that there was much to see. It was just giant, glowing blue mushrooms on the cavern ceiling and the massive underground lake with its dark water splashing in the distance, far below.

     
    Everything else in the room? It looked like a carpenter’s shop thew up. The chaos was so much. I had a hard time taking it all in. So I focused on the view, and a set of tall, aged cabinets made of a dark wood that stood between the broken windows.

     
    It wasn’t hard to imagine what the room looked like centuries ago. The place was fascinating. I flexed my hands, as I had an itch to sketch the room. Common sense tackled that urge and shoved it into a closet. We didn’t have time for that.

      Read more of The Dark Device of the Great Chasm, Chapter 32 here!
      #fantasy #IMadeAThing #KummerWolfeWrites #manuscript #chapter
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    Today's dark & grim article - Introducing the Bone Wheels of Rose!

    The Bone Wheels of Rose serve both as a spectacle and as a means of public execution. Read more here:
    The Bone Wheels Of Rose
    Tradition / Ritual | Dec 23, 2023

      Also don't forget to follow the world of Vitallia here: https://www.worldanvil.com/w/vitallia-meteor-tales
      #worldember2023 #WorldEmber2023 #WorldEmber #worldember #fantasy #whatIamReading #Fantasy #anvilspace #holiday
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    I finally hit 10k words for #WorldEmber2023

    As I properly started it just after Christmas, I didn't think I would manage it, to be honest. I've needed to do these articles for ages, because they relate to my ongoing #Fantasy manuscript Skirmishes and Schisms.
      It's oddly Winter-themed, but not out of choice as such! It just happens to be that S&S is during Winter. Anyway, head to My WorldEmber Page if you want to find out more.
      Hope you all have a good new year and all the best for those still finishing off #WorldEmber.
     
  • FJ Brodie

    •   #ChroniclesOfQalath #fantasy #worldember2023
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    In Feb-March 2024 I'll launch my next Kickstarter with three new countries in Väruld. #Fantasy #fantasy
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    The Order of the Blade Guardians - World of Vitallia

    The Order of the Blade Guardians was founded to protect the realm against threats, outside of the influence of kings and queens. The first seven Blade Guardians were immortals, or beings with extraordinary abilities. Their deeds inspired acolytes! Read all about the Order in the article below!
    The Blade Guardians
    Organization | Dec 8, 2023

      #worldember2023 #WorldEmber2023 #worldember #WorldEmber #fantasy #Fantasy #holiday #botf #whatIamReading #announcement
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    My Fave WorldEmber Articles!

    Jeez I'm not really that close to done yet but I wanted to at least link my favorite articles that I've written. I don't think I will write anymore but instead continue to expand on these as I keep writing them!   In order of faves:   1. https://www.worldanvil.com/w/llenaria-seraphrdm/a/hiiragi-wren-morino-person?preview=true 2. https://www.worldanvil.com/w/llenaria-seraphrdm/a/kazuhiko-fujimoto-article?preview=true? 3. https://www.worldanvil.com/w/llenaria-seraphrdm/a/masaru-fujimoto-person 4. https://www.worldanvil.com/world/settlement/51cc5997-dbc1-4488-a283-4fa8eaa3c2ed/edit 5. https://www.worldanvil.com/w/llenaria-seraphrdm/a/sE28099mael-species?preview=true It's oddly fitting my top 3 are characters lmaoooo   #WorldEmber #WorldEmber2023 #worldember2023 #worldember #fantasy #Fantasy #urbanfantasy #UrbanFantasy
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    Hope everyone had/is having a wonderful Christmas! Project Aurora Rework Commenced

    I've been working hard on reworking Project Aurora, we have a lot of outdated posts that need updating, and a new structure will help us out as well. Currently I completed everything under the Category "New" and cleaned up the Homepage a little. It's already so much cleaner. I just recently discovered the World Anvil for myself and it's such a blast and even reached the WorldEmber goal! My favourite new articles I've created have to be the following:
     
     
      Perhaps you'll find interest in the world of Project Aurora. Have a great time and stay amazing! #WorldEmber2023 #fantasy #worldember #holiday
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    Hope everyone had a fantastic Christmas day! Mine was productive! Finished off the 10k!

    Well, I finished off the WorldEmber 10k with one of my favorites, the Worldbane himself: Mordred. WorldEmber was really productive for me. I really enjoyed finding the time to write more about my three favorite Teraltian characters: Castor, Korangar, and Mordred. I wrote a couple of interconnected articles, as well, just so I wouldn't have to make stubs that never got fleshed out in the end.
     
    Mordred
    Character | Dec 30, 2023
    Korangar, the God-Slayer
    Character | Sep 28, 2024
    Heartfather, Sire of Imperfection
    Myth | Dec 27, 2023
    Valens, the City of Knowledge
    Settlement | Dec 25, 2023
    The Change
    Spell | Dec 30, 2023

      #WorldEmber #WorldEmber2023 #WE23 #highfantasy #fantasy
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    Monsterpedia - Monsters in the world of Vitallia!

    Hey everyone! Happy holidays and merry Christmas! I'd like to share with everyone the Monsters of my world, along with some art in an article called Monsterpedia that goes through each creature briefly!
      Let me know if you like it, Peace & Love
    Monsterpedia
    Generic article | Dec 7, 2023

      #WorldEmber2023 #worldember2023 #WorldEmber #worldember #Fantasy #fantasy #botf #whatIamReading
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    What are the central ideas and themes of your writing? One focus of mine: Everything comes at a cost. #Fantasy #WorldEmber2023
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    Chapter 8 Out, and World-MaybeEmber!

    Now that I've finished most of the leftover stuff on my regular blog for this year, I can focus on some fantasy fiction writing and world building.  

    Skirmishes and Schisms, Chapter 8

    After releasing Ch8 for Followers (Màraparii) I totally forgot to make it public for the rest of the world. So that's been fixed! Emotions are running high following Carnael's outburst at the Stones of Myrn, but the announcement of Rusziné's exile is not the end of the plot against him.  
    Click/Tap to Read →
     

    World-MaybeEmber!

    I've finally done a long-overdue write-up of King Carnael II. After planning it, there's a lot to say, but I want to add more visuals before creating more text, otherwise it'll be an encyclopaedia entry.   I don't know if I'll make it to 10k words for #WorldEmber2023 - my two articles were ones I did because they needed doing, not because of specific prompts. Time and health have not been on my side this December. But I'll try.   If I don't get to chat with anyone beforehand, have a good #Christmas and here's to more writing and world-building in the new year.  
  • FJ Brodie
    • #Fantasy #Fiction #Manuscript #WorldEmber
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    Evenacht and #WorldEmber2023

    Well, I thought I would have a few more articles done by this point. I have several written, they just need images (I may have underestimated how busy I would be getting the next installment of two serials up and running this month).   My first article is about the living sentient beings in the Evenacht, the umbrareign. There are nine subspecies, but they don't think of themselves in that light. Yep, I drew 9 pics for this one.  
    The Living Beings of the Evenacht
    Species | Dec 28, 2024
      ****   My second article is a short story for the prose category and tells (some of) Qira's backstory. Qira is a main character in my Evenacht serial, and he's not a huge fan of the Aristarsian culture he grew up in. His people were obsessed with trying to find a mortal avatar of their deity, Light, and he was one of the unlucky lads sent to train to become the embodiment of the divine. In the story, he's ready to take down the Light Temple and end the corruption found within, no matter the cost.  
    Falling Light
    Prose | Oct 10, 2024
        #fantasy #darkfantasy ****   I hope everyone's WorldEmber has been a blast so far, and will continue to be so.   Kwyn
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    Malkora's first critically successful WorldEmber!

    I can't believe I get to say it this year, but I've achieved my 10k goal — BEFORE the final day of the event! I'm so excited about the progress I've been making, and the content that I've already put together as part of this event!   Now, I'm not done yet — I have more plans, and plenty more ideas to put into writing — but I'd love to show off my proudest works thus far!
    Savelan Geography Lesson
    Generic article | Sep 14, 2024

    An introduction to the world of Malkora, from a Savelan perspective.

    Malkora's very first primer is now live! This is the article I wanted to create the most this year, and I did it! It's an immersive first step into the world, led by an in-world narrator and his collection of books and maps. It features some of these core articles I also wrote this month:
    • Powers of Malkora — Less organized, but with a ton of world lore, this article dives into the three sources of power in Malkora. Another overdue core article I'm glad I got to work on!
    • Leylines — An overview of Malkora's arcane domains, and the leylines that carry their magic throughout the world! I can't wait to get some art in here soon.
    Incarnates of the New Age
    Organization | Feb 7, 2025

    First of Malkora's pantheons, born of the broken fragments of ancient humanity.

    Also very excited to dive into Malkora's very first pantheon! Even more excited about the new lore developments I've made in how pantheons are structured, and how major deities fit into regional pantheons — more info to come on deities and their shards soon! I'm excited about the two gods I've already started writing for (and check out how cool the tenets sections are for each)!
    • Atreimus, Strength Incarnate — The god sweeping Arsavela and the Eastwind Pantheon — the embodiment of humanity's strength. The Purifier title is now but one shard of Atreimus, out of a potential sea of others around the world.
    • Vosra, the New Dawn — Principal goddess of Malkora, first to arrive, and origin of most of Malkora's other deities. She is the embodiment of hope, and ensured humanity had the will to fight on at its lowest point.
    Phew. I hope that's not too much for one update, but I really am just so excited for all I've accomplished already this month. Gigantic thanks to the members of the community who have been cheering for me, hanging out in my writing streams, and generally pushing me to make great things.   Sip, sip, hooray!
    #WorldEmber2023 #WorldEmber #Malkora #TheOwlworks #Fantasy
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    Chapter 8 of Skirmishes and Schisms out for Followers

    While things appear to be calming down after repelling the Kyadii incursion, emotions are beginning to run high elsewhere in the Realm. As the Kyadii seek to return home before the relative warmth of the Qalathian Winter permanently damages their eyesight, Rusziné gives his one remaining squad member a lesson in reason before the former Captain is forcibly ejected from the Realm.
      But something is stirring in Saf-Athan Palace, where Carnael prepares to break a law he himself set in motion.
    If you follow Qal'ath, you should be able to read Chapter 8 before I publish it publicly (if I've done it right)!
     
    The Way of Freedom in Skirmishes and Schisms

      #fiction #fantasy #manuscript #TuesdayFiction
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    Seven Tomes Weekly WorldEmber Spotlight — Week One!

    The forge is burning hot and bright this month, and some amazing words have been flying around! Check out what's been happening over in Seven Tomes this past week!
    Tomies WE Spotlight
    Generic article | Jun 12, 2024

    Highlights from week one of WorldEmber 2023 in the chapter!

    Give some love to my Tomies, and cheer them on as they work on WorldEmber — some for the first time ever!
    #SevenTomes #chapters #WorldEmber2023 #WorldEmber #fantasy #Spotlights
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    WorldEmber Update: Week 1

    As the first week(-ish) of WorldEmber comes to a close, I decide to make a small update here on a the dashboard posts for people to see what I've been working on.   I'm wrapping up this week with a proper 4.7k words already finished around a third of the month in. a pretty good start in my opinion! While I expected workhours to kill some of my time, it has been pretty manageable so far and I can safely say I might be able to wrap this up without much concern.   Lets hope that for the rest of the month I'll be able to keep up this momentum!

    Go read up on some of my work this week!

    Titan's Blood
    Material | Dec 2, 2023

    The blood of a Titan, capable of shaping the world around it.

    Star Plague
    Condition | Dec 4, 2023

    A disease that twists the pupil into a star-like shape.

    Bloodmoon Graveyard
    Building / Landmark | Dec 7, 2023

    The remains of several ships, sunk near the islands of Inselreich and home to many of the Crescent Sea's pirates.

    Celestial Tongue
    Language | Jan 27, 2025

    The language of creation, spoken by Celestials.

    #WorldEmber #WorldEmber2023 #Fantasy
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