Today I have three stories about masks and the secrets they hide... Photo by Vlad Bagacian on Pexels.com The Crow Doctor Sputtering gaslamps cast orange light and charcoal shadows over the darkened streets, shuttered windows and closed doors. A figure cloaked in black walked the cobblestones, his face hidden behind a long-beaked bird mask, a... Continue Reading →
Three dark fantasy drabbles for you today about the untended consequences of war... Photo by thanhhoa tran on Pexels.com Weapons Desperation and a formidable enemy led to the blunder. A king dangling gold for anyone who might offer up their foe’s certain destruction. That is why the ancient books were opened, why the forbidden magic... Continue Reading →
Drabble Wednesday is back with three more dark stories. Enjoy. Photo by Walter Alejandro on Pexels.com Oracle “This isn't a good idea.”“I have to know.” I brushed past my brother, entering the Oracle’s chamber. The door shut behind me.A young, pale girl sat on a throne in the darkened room, surrounded by strange hooded statues.... Continue Reading →
Another three horror drabbles to haunt you... Photo by Min An on Pexels.com Falling Stars A night of hushed reticence, deep and lethargic, spinning indigo into the air. I dream of stars, golden shimmers descending to ground in a shower of brilliant sparks and fiery death. I mourn them all as they scream, a shattering... Continue Reading →
Today I have a trio of drabbles that tell a dark story... Artwork generated by Wombo.art The Chosen Vibrant green blades of grass peeped from the first melt of snow, stirring the world from hibernation. The scent of spring was in the air and the deep shackles of winter were thrust away once more. The... Continue Reading →
