Tag: short story
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The Mushroom and I
Part 4: In this whimsical narrative, a wizard struggles to retrieve a crest from stinging nettles while interacting with a talking mushroom named Melanie. An old woman overhears their conversation and offers assistance, ultimately guiding them to the magical realm needed for Melanie’s transformation back to her original form. Humor and absurdity ensue.
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The Mushroom and I
Part 3; The group embark on a journey to find the river, and the wizard drives Melanie insane.
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He Who Learns by A.M. Kent
In a tempestuous sea, a stoic captain contemplates entering a mysterious silver light, believing it holds answers to his past. After plunging into the light, he encounters a younger version of himself and a woman tied to his regrets. Through reconciliation, he confronts his past decisions, ultimately emerging renewed, shedding burdens.
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Prodigal by Blace Alcock
A excerpt by Blace Alcock. In a solemn cabin, a weary man reflects on his estranged family, particularly his son, while laboring alone. One night, he encounters a mysterious owl-like creature that urges him to seek his son, who is lost. The man is left contemplating the creature’s cryptic advice before falling asleep again.
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The Face of Light
The piece explores a cosmic journey of existence, highlighting the transformation of a soul within an infinite void. It delves into themes of creation, interconnectedness, and the duality of life and death. The narrator, a face of light, guides the reader through a process of self-discovery and emotional release, emphasizing the value of the finite…
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Nero’s Daemon: Part 1
The apocalypse has arrived, and a team of survivors on a locomotive is all that’s left.
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Life and Death: Part 1
Death represents the inevitable end of life, personified as Azrael, who awaits a final meeting with Life, known as Eve. Their encounter, framed within a lavish masked ball, reflects the superficiality of wealth and existence. Amidst the aristocrats, Azrael seeks a soul while engaging with Eve, who simultaneously juggles their divine roles. A girl named…
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