The Ashes of Allmau: The Orfolk of Allmau

He disappeared several years prior, through that narrow crevasse left of the old tower of Higard. Proferring peace to the enemies of the old empire, in search of treasure left behind in the wake of the great fire, or possibly hunting down the illusive Allmau fairy. To be honest, she wasn't too sure why he left, but Ahna was told to sit tight and wait - one day her father would return.

Of course there's only so long a person can wait; particularly when you're so young. Seconds feel like hours, minutes feel like days and anything longer is a form of torture. It's been some time now and Ahna has been planning her own expedition through the bramble marsh, up the canyon and into the deadland's of Allmau - she just needs that push.

A push come can in many forms, it just so happens that for Ahna it is in the form of one of Allmau's mythic fairies: an orfolk, named Kydd.

Stretch out your hand as wide as you can, from the tip of your thumb to the end of your pinky is as tall as you've bee from head to toe as one of these creatures. Add some height ontop for two large pointed ears, and some length in front and back for a pointed nose and dextrous tail, these little creatures are the true stewards of Allmau, but have come aross hard times since the fire.

Be it happenstance, fate, or the enigmatic aether: Ahna and Kydd's journey's are closely entwined, far more closely than either would actually expect.

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Firstly: thanks for reading! I've just completed this story. I've posted this into WattPad to get some more feedback before another draft and I'm keen on getting some readers looking through and sharing their thoughts. There might (will) be a few errors dotted about, but hopefully nothing to disjoint the story - if you see anything glaring, leave a comment and I'll patch it up asap!

If nothing else, I do hope it gives some inspiration and entertainment. Enjoy!