Picture from here: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Masked_Woman_MET_DP804947.jpg Something terrible happened to Kiah in this chapter. It definitely hurt her spiritually, but her true strength is her heart. Her bravery in spite of it all. It's how she was able to bounce back quickly. Reminder, though, this is fiction. If what happened to Kiah happened to me, I'd be wrecked, and understandably so. [Fullfill Vow: Solve Long Wick's Troll Problem - Weak Hit] Kiah opened he

Picture from here: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:A_Hundred_Fables_of_La_Fontaine_-_The_Wolf_and_the_Fox.png It's been a while since I've had such a terrible streak with rolls. Even so, this was fun. Don't worry Kiah's not dead. Yeah, there was a failure with a match, but I still get to decide how that's addressed. I think it'll be fun. [Does Glush Send Wolves After Them That Night (Likely)? Yes ] [Is Atani able to hold them off by himself (50/50): Yes] [Is it raini

Picture from here: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:King_Dyring_-_Matthew_James_Lawless.png Earlier Kiah sang the Saga of Aritga Curse Blood, a doomed Overseer in the the Deep Wilds. As such, it's only fair we revisit her now that Kiah's there. This is also why Song Hood reacts with sheer terror in her prescense, this a wraith she's heard tales of since she was a child. [Oracle - Is The Weather Bad That Evening? - Likely: Yes ] Dark clouds blanketed the sky, the wind

Photo from here: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:LightningBranches.jpg I'm breaking these sessions up as feels natural. True, not a lot happened here, but I think these moments help build character. Before setting up camp, Kia closed her eyes and hummed an eerie tune. [Secure Advantage: Strong Hit] The air shimmered, as if in a heat ripple. Kiah opened her eyes and smiled. To Gruff she said, "I've cloaked us in magic. We should be able to set up camp, and stay the nig

So my novella is out and I'm rather proud of it. In this book, Mari Wolf goes from a spooky, abandoned child, to one of the most feared pirates in the Blue. She sails in a world full of ghosts, demons, and angels. She turns her guns against a brutal monarchy. Mari not only wins riches but a solid place for her in this world. Tales of the Haunted Blue is part one of a three-part series. I believe it stands fully on its own. Read it, and if that's all you want, keen! Read it, a

Picture from here: https://www.oldbookillustrations.com/illustrations/beech-trees-knowle-park/ I like how Raven Father turned out. He's a very non-human elf, but also very familiar. At least, to me. Kiah muttered and shook herself awake. She rose from her swamp bed. Before her stood Atani Raven Father and her brother. "You spoke to Bleat the Bat, yes?" questioned the alfar. "Tell us what you have learned." "Of course," answered Song Hood, and then she regaled her dream, and h

I've decided that it's a good idea to start a series of Dream Chaser anthologies. These are the sessions grouped together and lightly edited. I won't make them super professional, this is just a 'for fun' project. Each of these will have an asking price, but will also be pay what you like. This way fans of this blog can get their collected additions, and donate to me if they are so inclined. If not, no worries. It's enough to know that you love this. I've already complied the

Picture from here: https://www.oldbookillustrations.com/illustrations/polish-king-caricature/ This game's called Dream Chaser, so it makes sense that things should happen in Dreams. [Oracle: Bleat, He/Him, Weak, Agreeable, Resourceful, Overseer of Wood Hill Trolls] [Oracle - What Kind of Dream Does Kia Enter? Locate Community] Kiah dreamed of the Deep Wilds in a heavy fog. She walked slowly, with her hands out so as to avoid smacking into the looming trees. Suddenly she saw a

Picture from here: https://www.oldbookillustrations.com/illustrations/illimitable-desert/ A short session. Again diplomacy wins the day. Hopefully, Kiah's skills prove strong with trolls as well. (Compel - Strong Hit With A Match) Kiah, remembering Apple Soul's warning, answered the gaunt alfar with caution, "We were traveling to Long Whick when I nearly fell into one of Glush's traps." She rolled up her sleeve to show Atani the raven tattoo on her arm. "Tauna Sky Riddle gift

Picture from here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/britishlibrary/11289160476/in/album-72157638906393085/ I used Undertake a Journey for the run through the woods, however, it was odd that Kiah's supply track was reduced to zero in one day. Granted, they did feed Shush, a lot. The track enabled multiple things to happen, which I wanted. The siblings were at Long Wick's gate at the crack of dawn. They wore the forest green clothes that Bear Woman had provided them. Taylah Apple

Picture from here: https://www.oldbookillustrations.com/illustrations/not-touch-it/ Setting Note: There's no differentiation between arcane and clerical magic in my Ironsworn. All magic is pulled down from the gods. Witches and wizards in this setting are said to have links to them and know spells to invoke their aid. A moment of silence hung after Kiah's vow. Taylah Apple Soul blinked, and then stated, "Well, I suppose you are determined." Then after a long sigh, she added,

Picture from here: https://www.oldbookillustrations.com/illustrations/god-pan/ This session is basically just a discussion with the Overseer of Long Wick. Even though there's no physical action, there is still a tension about it. I'm no Tolkien (I'm sooo far from it) but this reminds me of Gandalf talking to Frodo about the ring. No fighting, no immediate danger, but still a wonderful scene. (Who's the Overseer? Taylah, She/Her, Successful, Generous, Stubborn ) (A Warden: Owe

Picture from here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/britishlibrary/11141786875/in/album-72157638906393085/ I have a soft spot for strange places. I think I caught the 'odd world' bug from Margret Weis' Darksword Adventures . It was the first full RPG I bought and described a world where magic was treated like technology. It gave the full deets on the world. From the mana currency to wonderous enchanted cities. I honestly believe the joy that sparked has kept me making other nif

Picture from here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/ndomer73/2171293702 Ironsworn journeys have many twists and turns. Which makes them good. They feel very Tolkienesk. (Pay the Price: Your action has an unintended effect. ) (Oracle - What Unintended Effect? Gather, Nature ) Kiah and Gruff strode down the path and into the Deep Wilds. Soon enough they walked among the budding trees. "For once, the sea doesn't surround us Gruff." Song Hood commented. Her brother nodded. Kiah foc

Picture from here: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:A_wild_boar_chafing_its_neck_against_a_tree_while_a_fox_seat_Wellcome_V0020721ETL.jpg It's going to be weird to write stories that don't involve boats for a while. The Ironlands are mostly landlocked. (Sourjurn: Weak Hit ) As winter retreated to green spring, Kiah healed. Her step was steady, she no longer looked haggard, and her words were filled with genuine warmth and confidence. Even so, her iron vows weighed hea

Picture From Here: https://picryl.com/media/pieter-bruegel-the-elder-hunters-in-the-snow-winter-google-art-project-chimney-13d01e I don't like complications dragging the story on. However, I've learned to let such color future stories instead. Neda Frosthide was larger than their longship, a hill of blue fur. "We'll need many to skin and butcher her," stated Tristan Toothhand. "It'll take several trips to bring everything back," considered Ishana, one of the Eight. Gruff gla

Picture from here: https://www.pexels.com/photo/polar-bear-walking-on-the-grass-7429939/ First fight of this game using strikes and clashes. Given Kiah has an Iron of 1, she brought with her an entire hunting party. Even so, defeating a legend, any legend, has a cost. In the crisp winter evening, Kiah stood before her people. The temple, with its spear-topped icons, rose behind her. Her wyvern, Shush, was curled around the tallest one, watching with a cat-like gaze. Beside he

Picture found here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/jsjgeology/31895780460 This is the 2nd Arc. Overseer Kiah and Great Mount during the hard winter. (Is Tristan Able To Get Ranna Death Sister On His Side? 50/50 - No ) (Is Tristan Able To Get Aid From The Overseer of Stone Mark? Unlikely - No ) (Does Trtian Successfully Hunt Along The Way? 50/50 - Yes ) (What Kind Of Dream Does Kiah Have? Reveal Faction, Oppose, Possession ) Kiah found herself seated on a rug in her grandmothe

Picture from here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/britishlibrary/11149264234/in/album-72157638906393085/ This is short but I felt it right to keep it such. The next session will deal with Tristan's return and possibly Kiah's trip to Long Whick. Note: An All Thing is a meeting of towns, it's a celebration of sorts but many legal cases are also attended to. "Wake up, Overseer." Kiah was gently shaken awake. As she blinked sleep from her eyes saw Reema's most trusted servant befo

Picture from here: https://www.oldbookillustrations.com/illustrations/silence-sea/ (Sorjurn: Strong Hit ) A great blizzard hit Great Mount a day after Kato Steel Path's funeral. Kiah and her people stayed in their halls and weathered it just fine. The next morning they dug out. The work brought some cheer. Clearing snow was something substantial the people could do. Honest labor keeping at bay fear of starvation and war. Kiah was not idle. She had the servants account for eve