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$dragon_name grins. "That's what I wagered too. Alright, everyone! Let's roll the second die."

Their long, pink tongue flicks out to gather up the die before they proceed to shake their head as if trying to ward off an annoyingly adamant fly. The wooden cube clatters against their fangs, an increasingly frenzied crescendo. You try to smile and mentally cheer them on. You wished to send only that, yet so much spills through: the muddy, dark currents of your turmoil, sweeping over your f...

Weekly developer's blog

Hi folks! I finished the Chapter 3 scene re-write that I mentioned last week featuring Mordred's dragon friend, an now I'm turning my attention to the short stories. The first one featuring Arthur's POV when meeting Guinevere is drafted and I'm very excited about it. The second story is also an Arthur one, so lots of him this month.

Short story second poll

Arthur won! Time to vote on the Mordred to be featured in this month's second short story.

The playful, cheerful, high-energy type will be sitting out on this poll since they won last time Arthur was chosen.

Weekly developer's blog

Hi folks! First off I want to apologize for taking so long to post the weekly blog. I got caught up with some things irl, and I've been on the road, returning home after visiting family. I have, however, managed to work on the demo - on some more dragon friend new content, this time in chapter 3 - as well as plan out this month's Knight tier short story. For the first time in a while, we're getting Arthur's POV again!

Now I'm settled back and writing! I did have one weird happenstance...

October short story poll

This month we're choosing from friends/family/Lot, who can't claim the first and the only thing making him the second one is a piece of paper. Note: Accolon won previously so he's not going to be featured on this poll, but he will return for voting next time!

Also: to shake things up this time, instead of fluff we'll go for angst!

Weekly developer's blog

Hello folks! I want to start by saying that this month has been sort of rough on me mentally. OCD was doing a number on me, but now I'm finally medicated and doing much better. Before I was constantly anxious, but now I'm calmer and my mind is much clearer and I can actually think about what I want to write and get excited over it.

That said, I feel bad that the stories were posted right at the end of the month, and I'm sorry for that.

I hope you all enjoyed the update, even thou...

Demo Update

What's new?

-The introduction of Mordred's dragon friend, re-written and extended

-The dragon archetype choice implemented, mostly reflected in said introduction. The other dragon scenes aren't broken, but they haven't been updated yet.

-An adjustment made to the dragon lore, dragons can communicate between each other with telepathy, but they need permission to enter each other's minds. In contrast, dragonbloods can go in without permission. This is mentio...

Rendezvous in the woods

Isac lounged on a branch, lying in wait. He’d looked forward to this day, marked it down on his calendar, pestered his cousins about the upcoming appointment with his spy-in-arms, Mordred.

He pulled his dagger from its sheath and flipped it between his fingers, watching the way it glinted where it caught the light. It was not all business though, and he was eager to get his job done quick and proper before moving on to the even more fun part: getting to hang out with a friend.

T...

Accolon travels to Avalon

As lady Morgana’s guard, Accolon was among the first to find out that she’d fled into the night. He had been none the wiser of her decision to leave, which saddened him, though he reckoned it was for the best.

The thought that she couldn’t trust him to help her, to keep her secret, panged him a bit, though it was perfectly understandable and he wouldn’t fault her for it. How could she know for sure that he’d put her over his knightly duties? But he’d do it for her, over and ...

Weekly developer's blog

This has been a hectic week for me, I had to deal with some bureaucratic bullshit while updating my id, and hopping from one doctor's appointment to another. I got officially diagnosed with OCD, after so many years!

This month's update is going to be a short one, but fun. Hopefully the wholesomeness makes up for its length.  

Second short story poll

Isac won! Time to vote on the Mordred to be featured in this month's second short story.

Weekly developer's blog

I've been working on the demo, more specifically rewriting the scene where Mordred first meets their dragon friend. I'm extending the scene to better show off the dragon's different personalities and the beginning of their friendship. A third customization option will be added for the dragon: horns (or lack thereof).

I've also started on a rough draft of the Knight Tier short story. This month we'll be getting Accolon's POV.

Short story poll

Time to vote on the RO to be featured in the second short story of the month! As per the vote, Gawain and Galahad were excluded, and Agravain was also taken off since they won last time.

Quick poll

A quick poll to ask for your opinion, since I'm kinda at an impasse. Last time we did a short story poll for a RO, I excluded Gawain and Galahad to allow other characters to shine. (And Agravain won, a very pleasant surprise!)

So! Should I keep Gawain and Galahad off the polls for yet another month before bringing them back? Or should I just add them now? I'm fine with both, just want to know what the majority wants! (Also, since Agravain won last time, they'll be taken off the poll for...

Training session with Accolon

It’s the first sunny day in weeks, both outside and in your heart. Its frenzied beating has slowed down, and you find calm in more than fleeting moments. As you head down the hill, you dread your training less.

You wonder how long it’ll last.

In the weeks following your twelfth birthday you could barely be roused from bed, let alone wield a sword. And the ones you’d have comfort you were the ones who hurt you.

This time, when you see Accolon waiting for you on the trai...

Lady Elena pays Sir Lancelot a visit

Elena came down to Sir Lancelot’s chamber first thing in the morning. She stood before the door, flexing her fingers, eager to knock yet reluctant to disturb. She might have dithered there until she had no choice but to leave for the tournament had the door not opened then.

Healer Adrienne stepped out, looking tired. When she glanced up at Elena, she didn’t look the least surprised. “My lady. Good morning.”

Elena rushed through a polite response before jumping to the burni...

Weekly developer's blog

Hi folks! I'm still working on the short stories to get them done as soon as I can! This month has been a bit hectic - I've been on the road, I've been on vacation, I've had to rest my hands, but at least I can say I've had some bursts of inspiration. It's regarding stuff later down in the series - regarding dragon bloods and decisions Mordred gets to make - and especially a scene I would like to set in a cave 👀 It was a detail I already planned on, but revisiting Postojna Cave solidified ...

Weekly developer's blog

I've been fixing typos and bugs, not just from the recent update, but from the earlier chapters too. Besides that, I haven't gotten much writing done on the demo. I've started to work on a major change I am planning, which is to move away from the one personality trait selection for Mordred's dragon to an archetype-based system. There will be four archetypes to choose from:

• The friendly, playful one. They're eager to make friends, and try to keep their good cheer and optimism in...

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Second short story poll

Accolon won! Time to vote on the type of Mordred to be featured! Since I'll be going for angst rather than fluff this time around, the poll will look a bit different too 👀 It'll be modeled after the more tense/distant relationship options that crop up in light of the chapter 4 revelations.

Weekly developer's blog

Since updating the demo, I've been going through the feedback received, fixing errors and making little edits. I haven't managed to work through it all yet though, since I've been on the road (and had some misadventures with cancelled trains). I was happy to see people on discord discussing the tarot cards they got 👀 Hope you all enjoyed the update!

Also I can tell you what this month's short story will be: a glimpse at Elena and Lancelot, back when they were two teens crushing on ea...

August short story poll

This month we're choosing from friends/family/Lot, who can't claim the first and the only thing making him the second one is a piece of paper. Note: Arthur won previously so he's not going to be featured on this poll, but he will return for voting next time!

Also: to shake things up this time, instead of fluff we'll go for angst!

Demo update

What's new?

-More of chapter 5! (it's a big one)

-Elaine continues to express her opinions on knighthood

-Gawain reveals his surprise plan for the night

-Nimue offers Mordred a tarot reading

Link: https://llamagirl.itch.io/the-bastard-of-camelot-beta

New Password: Tboc900

If you find any bugs or typos, have...

Weekly developer's blog

So sorry for coming in a bit late with the weekly blog, I was caught up with finishing the short stories and editing the demo. As of now, both stories have been posted.

Right now, I'm focusing on getting the update ready. Very excited to share it with you!

Agravain receives a commission

When Mordred commissioned Agravain for a garment, they leapt at the opportunity. They’d never received a commission before. They’d sewn clothes for their friends and family, and lent their help to the Court tailors back at home, but never before had someone offered to pay them not only to sew them a piece, but design it as well.

They’d tried to argue that there was no need for coins, that they’d be willing to do it freely for a friend, and accept only the supplied materials. The...

Morgana has tea with Merlin

The invitation came along with her breakfast. It was written in a neat, elegant hand, politely and succinctly inviting her to have tea with Lord Merlin at four sharp. Morgana stared at it for a long time before she crumpled it in her fist. When she opened her hand, there were only ashes smearing her palm.

It had been a couple months since the coronation, since she asked to be hosted in Camelot on account of getting to know the half-brother she never knew she had. Her wish was granted, a...

Weekly developer's blog

I've finished the Knight tier short story! It still needs some editing though, but I'll be posting it soon. I've also drafted the second story, featuring Agravain and Mordred, this time from the former's POV.

Once I'm done with the stories, I'll get started on editing the demo in preparation for an update!

Second short story

Agravain won, let's gooo! Time to vote on the Mordred to be featured in this month's second short story. I thought I'd introduce some new variations this time, see how the poll goes 👀

Weekly developer's blog

I've been working on the demo, on the variations of the tarot reading scene I've teased before 👀 And I've been taking notes on the scene that follows, a possible conversation with Nimue, catching up some more!

I have also drafted this month's Knight tier short story: it features Morgana having tea with Merlin, during her stay in Camelot after Arthur's coronation.

Short story poll

Time to vote on the RO to be featured in the second short story of the month! This time, I decided to make things a bit different: not only have I removed Gawain, who won last time, but Galahad as well, since he's also had quite a few wins so far, and I wanted to give the chance to another RO, shake things up.

Sneak peek

Nimue produces a purple package from the folds of her black dress and carefully starts sliding out its contents. A pack of cards - tarot cards, you realize upon catching glimpses of familiar imagery.

She might as well have taken out a slice of meat among cats; they all circle her, curious, though none is as excited as Gawain.

"Who are you going to give a reading?" he asks.

"I was thinking the betrothed couple might want a card reading? Find out how your marriage will bo...