Tag: Short story

Recommended: If you haven’t done so, read Ankit and the Uncle of Refuge, Ankit and the Champions, and Ankit over the Orphan’s Pass first. Part 1: The old man First, the glare of snow strained Ankit’s eyes, forcing them shut. Next, ice crunched under enormous paws, and shadowy figures passed left and right. This was… Continue reading Ankit, the old man, and the Greatwolves

Recommended: If you haven’t done so, read Ankit and the Uncle of Refuge and Ankit and the Champions first. Part 1: The Low Villages In the shallow pool at Ankit’s feet, a school of tiny brown fish swam about. He shifted his weight, causing them to dart away into shadowed waters. From his hiding place… Continue reading Ankit over the Orphan’s Pass

Recommended: If you haven’t done so, read Ankit and the Uncle of Refuge first. Part 1: The Barons’ Champion Perched in the tower of Old Town’s Araki temple, Ankit had a clear view of Refuge Gate and all its comings and goings. The stout stone stylings of the gate, the city wall surrounding it, and… Continue reading Ankit and the Champions

Part 1: A family Ankit dodged out of the path of a scruffy-looking girl, nearly bumping into a fruit stall in the process. She sprinted by in desperation, looking over her shoulder, oblivious to all but her pursuer.  A sweaty, oafish drunk stumbled after her, slurring, “Stop her, she’s taken… she’s taken my…” He stumbled… Continue reading Ankit and the Uncle of Refuge