Another tale of Hralf. If you've not met Hralf, start with the first Hralf story "Hralf, Hewer of Sagas." The full set is listed under Short Fiction, above. You wish to speak to me about Hralf. May I ask why? Truly? How very odd. Very well, ask your questions. I see that Sarvalur has been … Continue reading Hralf and the Thief of Tarts
Security
Armand's First Letter. Amelia's First Letter. 1 Rue St. Albert, Toulouse, Provençe 11 May 1016 My dearest cousin Armand, I have received good news and bad, and the totality of it is such that I do not know whether to kiss Lord Ellesmere or burn his embassy to the—but no, I must never allow myself … Continue reading Security
Hralf and the Fan Boy
Another tale of Hralf, in which Hralf saves a life. If you've not met Hralf, start with the first Hralf story "Hralf, Hewer of Sagas." Enter, yes, please enter, O wise one! This one rejoices that you have come to his humble dwelling! A tale of Hralf, O esteemed sir? It would be my joy … Continue reading Hralf and the Fan Boy
Ladybird
Armand's First Letter. Amelia's First Letter. 1 Rue St. Albert, Toulouse, Provençe 4 May 1016 My dearest cousin Armand, I have received word from Lord Ellesmere, the Cumbrian Ambassador—not, alas, that Maximilian has been found, but that M. Lavigne and the Josephine have reached the front and linked up with His Majesty's forces in Malague. … Continue reading Ladybird
Hralf and the Competition
Another tale of Hralf, in which Hralf meets his match. If you've not met Hralf, start with the first Hralf story "Hralf, Hewer of Sagas." Did I know Hralf? Does a dragon sleep on his hoard? Yes, yes, he does, most of the time. Until you kill him, and then he sleeps with the vultures. … Continue reading Hralf and the Competition
Malaise
Armand's First Letter. Amelia's First Letter. 1 Rue St. Albert, Toulouse, Provençe 25 April 1016 My dearest cousin Armand, M. Lavigne left L'École today, to board the sloop Josephine and guide her in search of my Maximilian. And you have left for Mont-Havre; and now I have nothing to do but wait. No, that is … Continue reading Malaise
Hralf and the Bardic Voice
Another tale of Hralf, in which he is most horribly misunderstood. If you've not met Hralf, start with the first Hralf story "Hralf, Hewer of Sagas." Of course I remember Hralf, a darling boy—and so talented! Really, I've seldom seen such natural ability. Why, yes, I assume we are speaking about the same individual. But … Continue reading Hralf and the Bardic Voice
Linkages
Armand's First Letter. Amelia's First Letter. 1 Rue St. Albert, Toulouse, Provençe 18 March 1016 Dear Jack, I have been in the Old Lands for just over three months, and it has been over five since I last saw my home and family; but it seems an age and an age. I regret missing these … Continue reading Linkages
Hralf and the Inkstone of Carellia
Yes, I have met Hralf Saga-Hewer. And who might you be? I see. Very well, then. If Mr. Manxome has directed you to me, I suppose I must answer your questions. No, I did not enjoy it. How did we meet? On company business, of course. Mr. Manxome required an item, and hired a firm … Continue reading Hralf and the Inkstone of Carellia
Act of Parliament
Armand's First Letter. Amelia's First Letter. The Abyss 16 March 1016 Dear Journal, I almost do not know how to describe the enormity of what has happened. When I think of it I grow so angry I can hardly sit still. I shall attempt to cool my passion, and begin at the beginning. The Anne-Marie … Continue reading Act of Parliament
Zymurgia House 