Vermin

"This is a short story for the person who continues to inspire me, who I love dearly and wish to grow with." - Brandi

Every year, the small town of Nevishma gathers in the fields to prepare for the Harvest Moon Festival, a sacred event dedicated to pleasing Old Night and worshiping her beloved daughter, Lady Mōnandæg, who will, in return, bless the harvest and ensure a shorter winter. An offering of a young girl will be made, hand-chosen to be Lady of the Harvest. She will offer a gift of hair, blood, and fire to honor the two deities, and on the final day, the entire town will join together in song until the last of the flames die out.

For four days, the town comes alive with endless feasts and wild celebrations full of mischief and dancing as they welcome the arrival of the Harvest Moon. For three days the Labyrinth will be open, tempting those who are brave enough to navigate its winding paths and to find the Lady of the Harvest before the end of the final day, else she will remain forever trapped in the realm of Old Winter.