In a time long past, before the rise of empires and the fall of legends, there existed a land divided by strife and war. This was a realm where the gods watched over humanity with indifferent eyes, where the clash of steel and the roar of battle were the very breath of existence. Amidst this chaos, two warriors stood apart—bound by fate, yet destined to be mortal enemies.

**The Valley of Shadows*...

They stood across the field from one another. The sun beginning to set behind them. The wind blew dust around them, making their capes rustle. One bright yellow with the sun embroidered in pure gold, the other deepest blue, the phases of the moon lovingly rendered in silver thread. They held their swords ready. The battlefield hushed around them, knowing this was the battle that would decide it al...

The ship crashed down into the shore of rocks and sand. No, this battle would not end here, he would never lose to another captain. The rocks shook the boat and bashed in the front of the ship. The crew stumbled and the sound of a cannon resounded. A figure emerged from the reckage, a woman. She pranced onto the ship a look of disappointment spreading across her face as she noted the disheveled cr...

Heavy breathing and the scrapes of metal against rock fill the temple. Rubble sits around their feet, splattered blood drops stain the rock under their feet.

“Yield now.” Jaskier demands, brown hair damp with his sweat. His sword is held up by firm hands, calloused from years in battle. The scars on his hands and arms are proof of his survival, or as the Commanders say, talent.

The rebel manag...

The battle field was a mess of mud and dirt. Blood flowed in puddles bodies cut and sliced to pieces. Reese stood at the edge of the battle field looking out at the destruction. It was magnificent a work of art. He lifted his sword from the ground, He pointed the edge of the sword at his chest. This work of art, seeing the destruction he would be just fine to end it sourounded by his fallen Enemie...

We were here first. Since before the dinosaurs, we the humble bedbug lived on the big lizards. Then we moved on to birds and spread to bats. The emergence of humans, you delicious hairless apes, in our caves was a delight. As you spread we came along to drink your blood. Nothing personal.

From the caves to a cold water flat over a deli, we are where you are, where you sleep. Tucked into the sea...

Death the complex multifaceted concept. Which brings terror, and sadness, to all those who hear its name. Death has brought tragedy to many of us, whether that's through a family member or friend, the death of those around us has led us to question its true meaning. In our questioning, we have derived at many different whats and why's. Why is it here, what does it mean, and why are we even born if...

“Today, I will teach you common tactics in a battle of wits,” Chiron declared to Achilles and Patroclus.

With a raised brow of uncertainty, Patroclus shared a perplexed glance with Achilles. The two young boys didn’t understand the importance of such a thing, especially compared to Chiron’s other lessons, such as surgery and carpentry.

Noting their confusion, Chiron strictly explained. “Sometime...

My armour was weighty upon my shoulders, the old metal clanking as I walked. Striding towards my enemy, sword by my side and shield strapped to my hand as the thunder bellowed and lightning struck the land next to my very foot.

“So we meet again Matthias.” My eyes rolled at the name, if only he knew who he was up against.

“So we do my dearest friend.” My voice dropped with sarcasm.

My eyes narrow...

Act 2: Scene 1:

-A small tavern filled with its usual patrons, a barmaid is polishing glasses behind the bar. Archie, an old army leader who defected from the north to fight with the south, sits at the bar alone. In walks Theo.-

Archie: Aha! Pray barmaid, two of yer best for us and haver not. Come prithee ye wee bastar’t and sing yer stories of success, I chance.

Theo: Thus?

Archie: Aye, to...