A Bard's Tale
Moonlit_Lilly
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  • Reads 617
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  • Parts 8
  • Time 48m
Moonlit_Lilly
Ongoing, First published Apr 26, 2015
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In an ancient world, there has been peace for generations. But as of late, monsters have been on the rise, and evil has crept into the hearts of men.

This is a world of magic. Where one can heal with music alone. Where mythical beasts come to life. Where legends can become reality; and common people can become heroes.

Edward Chris von Muir is the crown prince of Damcyan, a desert principality. He was born to be a king. At eighteen though, he wishes to see the world. 
Is he ready to witness the brutality outside the palace gates?

I don't own Edward, FFIV, or some of the characters, but some of the plot is mine partially, as well as the many OCs. Credit goes to Square Enix.
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The Realms [Watty 2017 Shortlist]

45 parts Complete

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