Echoes of the Reach
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  • Reads 1,774
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  • Parts 28
  • Time 6h 51m
Ongoing, First published May 25, 2024
- High fantasy drama meets TTRPG hijinks in a mystical adventure bursting with heart, hilarity, and otherworldly horrors -

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When the truth calls to you, will you have the strength to face it?

From the day she discovered her magical talents, Talwyn Farrier has been haunted by the same dream. Stranded in unfamiliar lands, she's tormented by swarming shadows, her missing father's cries, and the full face of the green moon, Vidias, looming over her. When her latest hope for insight into her dream hits another dead end, she's convinced her journey to the jungle-bound city of Trocari was all for nothing. 

New places bring new possibilities, however. After a fateful meeting with a travelling trio and their eccentric benefactor, Talwyn receives a golden opportunity to find the answers she needs in exchange for filling in on a routine job. Yet the work lures her down much darker paths of mysterious disappearances, political machinations, and otherworldly influences that soon seem all too familiar to her. 

Dangers mundane and magical gather at every turn. As their quest takes them beyond - and below - the bustling streets of Trocari, risks and revelations push Talwyn and her companions to their limits. Can they unearth the source of the corruption at the city's heart? How far will they go to protect their new bonds? And how does it all connect to the secrets locked in Talwyn's ever-present dream?

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Of the Forgotten: Cal Wants to Be Famous

14 parts Ongoing Mature

Cal dreams of escaping her island to experience the adventure of a lifetime. When she uncovers an ancient book that reveals a world beyond her own, she embarks on a journey filled with hidden truths, magical creatures, and the dark secrets of her past. But with fame comes danger, and her quest for freedom could cost her everything. *** Cal has always dreamed of escaping the island that's kept her tethered to her family's expectations. Restless and hungry for adventure, she knows there's more to life than what's been planned for her. Everything changes when she discovers a long-forgotten book that reveals a world beyond the island-and the unsettling myths tied to her family's mysterious past. Determined to carve out her own path, Cal sets off on a thrilling journey to leave her mark on the world. She travels to distant lands, meets unforgettable people, and encounters creatures beyond her wildest dreams. But with every step, the secrets of her heritage-and a power she never knew she had-begin to unravel. Caught between her desire for fame and dark forces pulling her back, Cal must decide how far she's willing to go. Can she break free from the island's grip, or will the shadows of her past catch up to her, threatening everything she's worked for? ----------------------------------------------------- Disclaimer: Welcome to a world of magic, mystery, and wonder-a realm where ancient powers stir, and the earth pulses with magic. Enjoy the journey! ©Oct.2024