I liked this one :)
The clearing around the Great Tree was empty. Hump approached its giant root system alone and gazed up at the monolith. Its branches creaked as they swayed in the gentle breeze, brown leaves falling in a constant, steady rain. It had been three days and still the tree showed no signs of healing. Its branches were emptier than ever, its trunk greying and dry.
“It is dying,” a voice said. “Not even I can save it now.”
Hump almost le...
2024-01-13 21:30:19 +0000 UTC
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Long chapter today. So close to the end now!
Before Hump could open his book, Nisha had clambered over his lap for a better look, stuffing her face between the pages and stopping him from opening them. He laughed, feeling her excitement building with his own.
“How am I meant to see it with your face between the pages,” Hump said, gently pushing her head back.
He opened the Book of Infinite Pages to reveal the next part of his River and Wav...
2024-01-10 01:22:20 +0000 UTC
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I don't mean to alarm anyone, but I actually finished this chapter early and am ahead of schedule.
It was dark as Hump made his way through the busy paths back to Vamir’s. He couldn’t help but glance at the Great Tree and its weakened form. There was still no word from Owalyn. While he didn’t believe in what the gods stood for, he said a silent prayer for her wellbeing. He might not need a god, but the people of Drakalyn certainly did, perhaps more than ever.
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2024-01-06 20:28:28 +0000 UTC
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I was so, so wrong about there being one more chapter left. There are at least 2 more after this one (but i'm 90% certain it's only 2 more).
Happy New Year everyone. New years resolution is to write 2k words per day every working day. I've managed it two days in a row so far and will keep you up to date with how it goes.
Hump stared ahead with empty eyes, his mind still on the vision of the past. For as long as he’d remembered, he’d dreamed of...
2024-01-03 00:15:24 +0000 UTC
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Long chapter today! It would have been really cool if Book 4s ended coincided with the end of the year, but I think there's one chapter to go, maybe two. I've set a personal goal to finish it tomorrow so that Book 4 is finished in 2023, and if it's ready in time I'll post it early on Patreon. I've got New Years Eve plans though so chances seem slim. The outlined chapter is going to be a very... very long one.
If I don't make it, Happy New year! Appreciate all th...
2023-12-31 02:35:49 +0000 UTC
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Hope you all had a great Christmas! I ended up kept by family longer than expected so fell a little behind. Had a really good day at my mum's though, and I think the dog an even better one lol. Evie literally raced around the house for 8 hours straight.
Hump stared at the little creature before him, unsure what to make of it. The closest comparison he could think of was a goblin, but it was half the height, purple skinned, and had very different features.
“Alrig...
2023-12-27 23:28:06 +0000 UTC
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Bit early, but Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays everyone! Hope you all have a good few days. Chapters should continue as normal (hopefully actually on time), so I'll see you Tuesday :)
My beta reader didn't make it for this one, so please forgive the typos if there's more than usual. Very pleased with how it came together though so excited to hear what you all think!
Vamir stood in the ruins of the battlefield, surrounded by bodies and people. H...
2023-12-24 02:16:37 +0000 UTC
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Important chapter. Needed a bit of extra time to get it right :)
The runes of Hump’s staff smouldered orange, smoke hissing from the shaft as essence poured through it. The chamber was suddenly bright as the ball of white flame expanded, fire seething before him. Sparks of energy lashed out from it, as blinding as Wizard’s Light.
The process took only a fraction of a second, but Hump felt every part of it. Essence rushed up from the depths of his soul...
2023-12-20 23:05:45 +0000 UTC
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Hey guys. We're caught up again now!
For those interested, this note is to address the comments about Walt and Hump's trust in him last chapter that I've addressed in the book. Two main changes:
When Hump first meets Owalyn, she detects Walt and tells Hump to "keep the spirit close." Hump gets an inkling that there is something more to Walt from this.
The second change is to the previous chapter. The discussion...
2023-12-17 03:17:38 +0000 UTC
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No beta reader for this one today too, so please forgive the typos. I was really pleased with how the chapter turned out though. I'm loving how everything is coming together. I had one of those epiphany moments today where all the plot points left in the book that I was trying to figure out just suddenly fit together perfectly. Best feeling ever. Hope you enjoy!
The spiral staircase descended quickly, the sounds of battle becoming distant and faded as darkness swa...
2023-12-14 01:56:59 +0000 UTC
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My beta reader hasn't had a chance to look at this one, but I'm feeling really good about this one and don't want to post it any later. I've got a good vision of the next couple of chapters, so I'm hoping to be back on schedule this week. If not tomorrow, by Saturday.
To keep you guys informed, I'll post a comment tomorrow on this chapter at around 8pm UK time (this chapter is going live at 2am for reference) to say if tomorrows chapter will be uploaded on sched...
2023-12-12 01:59:11 +0000 UTC
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All caught up again. I'll do my best to finish tomorrows chapter on time, though depending on how it goes it might be Sunday or Monday again.
It was a nerve-wracking descent into the lich’s dungeon. Hump did his best to keep his eyes on his feet and to avoid looking at the great drop to his right, but the flashes of battle still caught his eye. The winds of essence rampaged through the cavern, trapped within its stone walls, constantly building as more bles...
2023-12-09 02:09:54 +0000 UTC
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Hey all, sorry for the delay. This one took me LONG. I haven't struggled to figure out a chapter this much in ages. So many characters, so much that needs to happen, and it just wasn't working. I ended up entirely scrapping my first attempt at the chapter and starting again from scratch yesterday and now I'm much happier with it.
I'm going to try my best to finish Tuesday's chapter on time to release it tomorrow on schedule. Usually it takes me at least 2 days t...
2023-12-05 01:55:41 +0000 UTC
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Had a version of this finished yesterday but decided to rewrite it. It's also now 800 words longer so I hope it was worth the wait!
Remaining calm after touching the spirit of the earth was almost impossible. Hump still felt its touch in his core. The bliss of that moment where he and the essence of the world were one.
At his hip, his spellbook shook, causing Hump to glance at it curiously. What’s that about? I haven’t even cast the spell yet.
2023-11-30 01:51:32 +0000 UTC
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This was a fun one :)
Hump gazed into the pit. He couldn’t possibly count the number of undead monsters down there, faintly illuminated by the light of magic radiating the lich’s apprentices as they worked their spell.
“Can you do it?” Finnian asked Ashera. “More importantly, can you do it before the lich and her army stop you?”
Ashera shook her head. “Not me.” Her gaze fell on Hump. “I am the strongest amongst us, and the one with the most...
2023-11-26 03:30:14 +0000 UTC
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Today's my birthday and I had plans last night and didn't quite finish in time. I really liked how this chapter came together so hope you enjoy! So hyped for the next few chapters :)
The sound clacking of bones and snarling skeletons filled the tunnel as the creatures, a hundred ranks deep, shifted to face Hump and the hunters at his side. It was a straight and smooth tunnel—a typical trait for anything created by a dungeon. Other than being crammed full of undead, it...
2023-11-22 23:17:35 +0000 UTC
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I had a version of this finished yesterday but decided I wanted to add another 600 words or so to end it in a better spot. Hope you enjoy!
The tunnel levelled out quickly, becoming a maze of ancient passageways. Hump glanced up at the supporting beams nervously. The wood was old and grey enough that he feared talking too loudly might be enough to bring them down. It was old. So old, he suspected the previous occupants of Estora’s palace probably had them built, not th...
2023-11-19 15:48:50 +0000 UTC
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Battles are super fun to write but they're so difficult! I rewrote this one three times trying to line everything up and make sure everyone is where they should be Really pleased with how it's coming together though. Hope you enjoy :)
Hump turned his back on Ashera’s wall of stone and the undead horde beyond it, a cold sliver of ice running through his veins. There was no time for rest. He glimpsed the dragons fighting deeper in the hall, their battle shrouded in the ...
2023-11-15 03:04:52 +0000 UTC
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Another long chapter today and this time it's on time!!!
Vamir’s sword blazed with silver light as he called upon his blessings of motion to their fullest. Fighting in line with other hunters did not fit particularly well with his speciality, but with all the blessings of the Chosen around him giving him strength, he had never felt more at home. It fuelled him and the others as they fought to hold the Temple of the Lake, keeping them strong for the enemy to come.
<...
2023-11-12 01:43:41 +0000 UTC
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2.45 am. Time to sleep lol.
The ride got bumpy fast—turns out, dragons weren’t particularly adept at carrying extra people. The hammock-sling was jostled about in every direction, leaving Hump’s head swimming. All he could do was grip the handles for dear life and cross his imaginary fingers that he lived to reach Estora. If not… well, it was a long way down. At least it would be a quick death.
The veil of death over the forest was like a blanket across th...
2023-11-09 02:45:55 +0000 UTC
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Particularly long chapter today. Took me a little extra time to get it finished but it's about 50% longer than usual.
Hump left the temple quickly, wanting to go and see Nishari before he left with the others to Estora. Only, things never quite worked out how he wanted.
“You must come to me, and quickly,” Owalyn said. “I have something I must give you.”
Even in his own head he felt compelled to obey her. A sensation he continued to ...
2023-11-05 22:32:45 +0000 UTC
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A belated happy Halloween! My fiancee bought a bunch of sweets and we didn't get a single trick or treater, so I have the unfortunate job of eating it all... Sorry this chapter is a couple of days late. There were some big decisions I had to make and I needed some time to make sure I got it all right. It's also a long one.
Thanks to everyone that helped out with the part I needed feedback on on discord. Was super helpful and I've decided not to make the changes ...
2023-11-03 02:22:20 +0000 UTC
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I'm back on track and writing's been feeling really good the last few days. I think I'm over the 60-80% hurdle which I usually slow down on, so I'm aiming to be releasing on time again from today! Appreciate all of your patience with some of the chapters being a day or two late this month. Hope you enjoy! (This chapter felt dark even for me)
“Aurora, up to Dragons Landing!” Finnian shouted. “Find the dragon.” With out hesitating, she took off, landing above them...
2023-10-29 02:10:41 +0000 UTC
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It is 4am but it is done! Fairly long one today. Hope you enjoy.
The quiet before war always felt too long. With the time Hump had left before he was required at his post, he returned to Vamir’s cabin to restock his supplies. With access to the great forests and dungeons of the Fallen Lands, potions were plentiful in Drakalyn, and their alchemists were greatly skilled. He had a few specialty healing potions they’d given him, though as of yet none were willing to sha...
2023-10-26 03:09:01 +0000 UTC
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I'm starting to get hyped for some of the scenes I have coming up! I had a few core ideas for this book when I first outlined it which we're reaching pretty soon. Can't wait :D
The dark chariot stormed through the trees. The shadow that cloaked it expanded, casting everything behind the ghostly apparition in black. Purple eyes were the only flash of light amidst grey robes. The figure cackled, its reaper’s scythe appearing once more, formed of spiralling tendrils of e...
2023-10-23 00:51:47 +0000 UTC
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I have a pretty good excuse for this one being late! I finished the chapter originally, then realised I needed an additional beat, so had to split the original chapter in two and write a bunch of new content. Hope you enjoy!
“He cannot have the Spirit Sight,” Elder Ashera snapped.
Hump raised an eyebrow but managed to keep his mouth shut. He’d expected some resistance when Ado had brought him to the old woman’s home. It was a surreal experience seeing the ...
2023-10-19 23:24:41 +0000 UTC
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I almost held off posting this one until tomorrow as my alpha reader hasn't had a chance to look it over yet, but didn't want to release another delayed chapter. With this, I'm back on schedule!
Celaine needed a bath. She’d always made fun of Hump for his obsession, but the truth was, he was right. After weeks wandering the road, braving the forests, and cresting the hills, there was nothing she craved more than a nice hot bath.
It had been a hard day. A hard mo...
2023-10-15 02:04:47 +0000 UTC
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It is here precisely on time...! Please show mercy.
The arrival of Lich Queen Irila’s army was accompanied by the marching beat of skeletal feet.
Celaine squinted down at the winding corridor below from an old watchtower built into the mountain side. Before her, the expanse of undead marched closer, streaming through the thick trees like a tide of ants, their body concealed by shadows and the thickly clouded sky above. Dread filled her, but not out of...
2023-10-13 01:34:45 +0000 UTC
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I have no idea why this one took so long. No excuses! It's simply taken twice as long as most chapters take me. I'll be working hard tomorrow to try and have the next chapter out on time, though it's an entire chapter so it may be late. Will do my best!
Hump’s heart was in his throat as he left Algwyn’s chambers. His blood was hot with essence, driving him to unnatural excitement that made it impossible to relax. He was glad to leave the room when he did. Nish...
2023-10-10 01:32:00 +0000 UTC
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Sorry for the delay. I had to scrap an old version of this chapter and figure out some plot stuff. It's always so hard to get everything in the right place toward the latter parts of a book!
On a different note, what do you think of the patreon UI update? I do not like it one bit lol.
As Hump watched the dissipating crowd, anger built within him. Many wouldn’t even look his way. They muttered to e...
2023-10-05 16:53:34 +0000 UTC
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