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sfdragon
Great Reader
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 Posted - 20 Jul 2010 : 03:31:08
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why is being a wizard like being a drow? both are likely to find a dagger in the back from a rival or one looking to further his own goals, fame and power
My FR fan fiction
Magister's GAmbit
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Ashe Ravenheart
Great Reader
USA
3243 Posts |
Posted - 20 Jul 2010 : 03:42:56
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Originally posted by The Red Walker
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Originally posted by Erik Scott de Bie
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Originally posted by The Red Walker
Can you tell us how long after Downshadow this one starts?
This is subject to change, mind you, but as written now, it takes place about a year after the events of Downshadow.
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Originally posted by Garen Thal
Oh, dear. Is this related to the playtest session last GenCon, or something after the fact?
You mean does it have a suitably scantily clad Twilight draping herself languorously across Matt James's lap and whispering sweet nothings in his ear?
Er, no, that's not quite the reason. 
Cheers
Phewww! that takes away the risk of a James bros/twilight sandwich
Linkified that for you. |
I actually DO know everything. I just have a very poor index of my knowledge.
Ashe's Character Sheet
Alphabetized Index of Realms NPCs |
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Bakra
Senior Scribe
628 Posts |
Posted - 20 Jul 2010 : 14:47:25
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Originally posted by Ashe Ravenheart
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Originally posted by The Red Walker
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Originally posted by Erik Scott de Bie
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Originally posted by The Red Walker
Can you tell us how long after Downshadow this one starts?
This is subject to change, mind you, but as written now, it takes place about a year after the events of Downshadow.
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Originally posted by Garen Thal
Oh, dear. Is this related to the playtest session last GenCon, or something after the fact?
You mean does it have a suitably scantily clad Twilight draping herself languorously across Matt James's lap and whispering sweet nothings in his ear?
Er, no, that's not quite the reason.
Cheers
Phewww! that takes away the risk of a James bros/twilight sandwich
Linkified that for you.
You are a sick scribe Ashe. I think Garen was referring to the play session for Monument of the Ancients. |
I hope Candlekeep continues to be the friendly forum of fellow Realms-lovers that it has always been, as we all go through this together. If you don’t want to move to the “new” Realms, that doesn’t mean there’s anything wrong with either you or the “old” Realms. Goodness knows Candlekeep, and the hearts of its scribes, are both big enough to accommodate both. If we want them to be.
(Strikes dramatic pose, raises sword to gleam in the sunset, and hopes breeches won’t fall down.)
Enough for now. The Realms lives! I have spoken! Ale and light wines half price, served by a smiling Storm Silverhand fetchingly clad in thigh-high boots and naught else! Ahem . .
So saith Ed. <snip>
love to all,
THO
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The Red Walker
Great Reader
USA
3567 Posts |
Posted - 20 Jul 2010 : 16:03:20
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Why are those three guys stealing Erik's Moves ?? |
A little nonsense now and then, relished by the wisest men - Willy Wonka
"We need men who can dream of things that never were." -
John F. Kennedy, speech in Dublin, Ireland, June 28, 1963
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Erik Scott de Bie
Forgotten Realms Author
USA
4598 Posts |
Posted - 20 Jul 2010 : 16:10:19
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I've long considered a carrier in crafting inane dance music. Thus far, fantasy has proved the more interesting (but probably less lucrative) choice.
Cheers |
Erik Scott de Bie
'Tis easier to destroy than to create.
Author of a number of Realms novels (GHOSTWALKER, DEPTHS OF MADNESS, and the SHADOWBANE series), contributor to the NEVERWINTER CAMPAIGN GUIDE and SHADOWFELL: GLOOMWROUGHT AND BEYOND, Twitch DM of the Dungeon Scrawlers, currently playing "The Westgate Irregulars" |
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The Sage
Procrastinator Most High
Australia
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The Red Walker
Great Reader
USA
3567 Posts |
Posted - 20 Jul 2010 : 19:06:57
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Originally posted by Erik Scott de Bie
I've long considered a carrier in crafting inane dance music. Thus far, fantasy has proved the more interesting (but probably less lucrative) choice.
Cheers
Yeah and you have to keep crafting new tales, the other way...if you can find that ellusive beat, its good for at least a whole album, and maybe a career! |
A little nonsense now and then, relished by the wisest men - Willy Wonka
"We need men who can dream of things that never were." -
John F. Kennedy, speech in Dublin, Ireland, June 28, 1963
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Erethar
Acolyte
Germany
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Posted - 21 Jul 2010 : 13:31:25
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Congrats to another novel Mr. deBie!
One Question though: almost all FR novels, standalone or otherwise where part of a line (all of you previous ones, for example)
Do you know if this one is part of another theme-based stand alone novel-line? Or did wizards changed there rules regarding F novels?
The upcoming Unbroken Chain also seems to stand in its very own, so to speak.
anyways, add me to your sold-count. |
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Erik Scott de Bie
Forgotten Realms Author
USA
4598 Posts |
Posted - 21 Jul 2010 : 15:05:46
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Originally posted by Erethar
One Question though: almost all FR novels, standalone or otherwise where part of a line (all of you previous ones, for example)
Do you know if this one is part of another theme-based stand alone novel-line? Or did wizards changed there rules regarding F novels?
I don't think the thematic stand-alone series were part of a *rule,* so to speak, but more of a marketing schema to give stand-alone novels a little more *oomph* for pattern FR readers.
To explain, a stand-alone novel by itself has to stand on its own merits and has to be marketed seperately from others, so it's hard for a new author to make a splash with a pure stand-alone. Add it to a series with several other stand-alones, however, and the books market one another, as even if no one's ever heard of the author before, they might have read and enjoyed the others.
For instance, if you like Steven Schend's writing and enjoyed Blackstaff Tower, for instance, you might like Mistshore, Downshadow, etc., the rest of the Eddie Presents series, even if you've never read a book by Jaleigh, Rosemary, Erin, James, or myself.
From a publishing standpoint, WotC gets to train up a new author without tossing them into the cold alone--there's safety in numbers--and they don't have to market each book individually as much (saving time and money).
From a reader's standpoint, it seems like a great way to try out a new author without the commitment of a whole grand story such as a trilogy or other series.
But that's just my own personal take on the situation, and it doesn't really answer your original question . . . which I'm not actually going to answer, except to say (like a good rhetorician) that a certain assumption the question makes isn't exactly accurate.
That said, I'll leave it as a tease for now.
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The upcoming Unbroken Chain also seems to stand in its very own, so to speak.
Having had the good fortune of reading said novel, I'm glad to see Jaleigh striding forth to tell her own story, outside of a shared series. Who knows? Her own series might well follow, and that's a possibility I'm definitely looking forward to. I highly recommend this one.
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Erik Scott de Bie
'Tis easier to destroy than to create.
Author of a number of Realms novels (GHOSTWALKER, DEPTHS OF MADNESS, and the SHADOWBANE series), contributor to the NEVERWINTER CAMPAIGN GUIDE and SHADOWFELL: GLOOMWROUGHT AND BEYOND, Twitch DM of the Dungeon Scrawlers, currently playing "The Westgate Irregulars" |
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The Red Walker
Great Reader
USA
3567 Posts |
Posted - 14 Aug 2010 : 01:43:15
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Originally posted by Erik Scott de Bie
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The upcoming Unbroken Chain also seems to stand in its very own, so to speak.
Having had the good fortune of reading said novel, I'm glad to see Jaleigh striding forth to tell her own story, outside of a shared series. Who knows? Her own series might well follow, and that's a possibility I'm definitely looking forward to. I highly recommend this one.
Cheers
I think that Jaliegh announcing that she does indeed get to do a flow up to The Unbroken Chain, featuring a few of those characters , is about the coolest thing since you announced Shadowbane! |
A little nonsense now and then, relished by the wisest men - Willy Wonka
"We need men who can dream of things that never were." -
John F. Kennedy, speech in Dublin, Ireland, June 28, 1963
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Lady Kazandra
Senior Scribe
Australia
921 Posts |
Posted - 14 Aug 2010 : 08:21:53
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Originally posted by Erik Scott de Bie
I've long considered a carrier in crafting inane dance music.
Just out of curiosity Erik, had you followed this path, what would you have named yourself?
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Wooly Rupert
Master of Mischief
USA
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Posted - 14 Aug 2010 : 15:42:51
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Originally posted by Lady Kazandra
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Originally posted by Erik Scott de Bie
I've long considered a carrier in crafting inane dance music.
Just out of curiosity Erik, had you followed this path, what would you have named yourself?
MCdB!  |
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The Sage
Procrastinator Most High
Australia
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Posted - 14 Aug 2010 : 16:41:05
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Originally posted by Wooly Rupert
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Originally posted by Lady Kazandra
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Originally posted by Erik Scott de Bie
I've long considered a carrier in crafting inane dance music.
Just out of curiosity Erik, had you followed this path, what would you have named yourself?
MCdB!
Actually, I was thinking "Doctor de Bie." But Wooly's suggestion has merit too.
MCdB... Spin that wheel! |
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The Red Walker
Great Reader
USA
3567 Posts |
Posted - 14 Aug 2010 : 18:43:11
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| I think esbd would work too. Pronounce it es bad and you ca cross into hip hop r&b once in a while! |
A little nonsense now and then, relished by the wisest men - Willy Wonka
"We need men who can dream of things that never were." -
John F. Kennedy, speech in Dublin, Ireland, June 28, 1963
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Erik Scott de Bie
Forgotten Realms Author
USA
4598 Posts |
Posted - 16 Aug 2010 : 01:41:05
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You guys are awesome.
Cheers |
Erik Scott de Bie
'Tis easier to destroy than to create.
Author of a number of Realms novels (GHOSTWALKER, DEPTHS OF MADNESS, and the SHADOWBANE series), contributor to the NEVERWINTER CAMPAIGN GUIDE and SHADOWFELL: GLOOMWROUGHT AND BEYOND, Twitch DM of the Dungeon Scrawlers, currently playing "The Westgate Irregulars" |
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The Red Walker
Great Reader
USA
3567 Posts |
Posted - 16 Aug 2010 : 21:51:20
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Originally posted by Erik Scott de Bie
You guys are awesome.
Cheers
And that makes you prety damn lucky to have all this awesomeness directed at you |
A little nonsense now and then, relished by the wisest men - Willy Wonka
"We need men who can dream of things that never were." -
John F. Kennedy, speech in Dublin, Ireland, June 28, 1963
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Garen Thal
Master of Realmslore
USA
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Posted - 16 Aug 2010 : 21:54:30
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Originally posted by The Red Walker
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Originally posted by Erik Scott de Bie
You guys are awesome.
Cheers
And that makes you prety damn lucky to have all this awesomeness directed at you
It's not luck, exactly. It's convection. Being absurdly tall, Erik cannot but be exposed to the rising waves of awesome that gather around his head, trapped from floating into the ionosphere by the ceiling. |
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Erik Scott de Bie
Forgotten Realms Author
USA
4598 Posts |
Posted - 16 Aug 2010 : 22:07:33
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I try not to let it go to my head, but I was born with this disability of excessive height.
Cheers |
Erik Scott de Bie
'Tis easier to destroy than to create.
Author of a number of Realms novels (GHOSTWALKER, DEPTHS OF MADNESS, and the SHADOWBANE series), contributor to the NEVERWINTER CAMPAIGN GUIDE and SHADOWFELL: GLOOMWROUGHT AND BEYOND, Twitch DM of the Dungeon Scrawlers, currently playing "The Westgate Irregulars" |
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The Red Walker
Great Reader
USA
3567 Posts |
Posted - 16 Aug 2010 : 23:13:37
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Originally posted by Erik Scott de Bie
I try not to let it go to my head, but I was born with this disability of excessive height.
Cheers
Or with a shortage of shortness |
A little nonsense now and then, relished by the wisest men - Willy Wonka
"We need men who can dream of things that never were." -
John F. Kennedy, speech in Dublin, Ireland, June 28, 1963
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sfdragon
Great Reader
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Posted - 17 Aug 2010 : 17:43:41
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| Hey Eric, can you tell us if Crossroads Keep from nwn2 will make it in the nwcg? |
why is being a wizard like being a drow? both are likely to find a dagger in the back from a rival or one looking to further his own goals, fame and power
My FR fan fiction
Magister's GAmbit
http://steelfiredragon.deviantart.com/gallery/33539234 |
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Erik Scott de Bie
Forgotten Realms Author
USA
4598 Posts |
Posted - 17 Aug 2010 : 18:17:36
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Originally posted by sfdragon
Hey Eric, can you tell us if Crossroads Keep from nwn2 will make it in the nwcg?
Nope. I can't tell you.
What I *can* tell you is that some things from previous NWN sources do reappear, while some things are all new.
Cheers
EDIT: Clarified answer. |
Erik Scott de Bie
'Tis easier to destroy than to create.
Author of a number of Realms novels (GHOSTWALKER, DEPTHS OF MADNESS, and the SHADOWBANE series), contributor to the NEVERWINTER CAMPAIGN GUIDE and SHADOWFELL: GLOOMWROUGHT AND BEYOND, Twitch DM of the Dungeon Scrawlers, currently playing "The Westgate Irregulars" |
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sfdragon
Great Reader
2285 Posts |
Posted - 17 Aug 2010 : 20:46:38
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will there be a fox at twilight reference then??
hahahaha
so thats no you cant tell or no it doesnt???
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why is being a wizard like being a drow? both are likely to find a dagger in the back from a rival or one looking to further his own goals, fame and power
My FR fan fiction
Magister's GAmbit
http://steelfiredragon.deviantart.com/gallery/33539234 |
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Erik Scott de Bie
Forgotten Realms Author
USA
4598 Posts |
Posted - 17 Aug 2010 : 20:48:00
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Nope, I can't tell you.
Cheers |
Erik Scott de Bie
'Tis easier to destroy than to create.
Author of a number of Realms novels (GHOSTWALKER, DEPTHS OF MADNESS, and the SHADOWBANE series), contributor to the NEVERWINTER CAMPAIGN GUIDE and SHADOWFELL: GLOOMWROUGHT AND BEYOND, Twitch DM of the Dungeon Scrawlers, currently playing "The Westgate Irregulars" |
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sfdragon
Great Reader
2285 Posts |
Posted - 17 Aug 2010 : 21:04:09
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good.
while it would be good to know, better off finding out latter
I need to go turn the light on....
the city of nevewitner: Agnazzar was here |
why is being a wizard like being a drow? both are likely to find a dagger in the back from a rival or one looking to further his own goals, fame and power
My FR fan fiction
Magister's GAmbit
http://steelfiredragon.deviantart.com/gallery/33539234 |
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The Red Walker
Great Reader
USA
3567 Posts |
Posted - 20 Aug 2010 : 18:13:24
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Erik,
Saw you signed an agent recently! Does this give any hopes to "Whisper" seeing a bookshelf near me?? |
A little nonsense now and then, relished by the wisest men - Willy Wonka
"We need men who can dream of things that never were." -
John F. Kennedy, speech in Dublin, Ireland, June 28, 1963
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Erik Scott de Bie
Forgotten Realms Author
USA
4598 Posts |
Posted - 20 Aug 2010 : 18:17:14
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Not that particular novel in its current/original form, but I think you'll like what I've got to offer.
Cheers |
Erik Scott de Bie
'Tis easier to destroy than to create.
Author of a number of Realms novels (GHOSTWALKER, DEPTHS OF MADNESS, and the SHADOWBANE series), contributor to the NEVERWINTER CAMPAIGN GUIDE and SHADOWFELL: GLOOMWROUGHT AND BEYOND, Twitch DM of the Dungeon Scrawlers, currently playing "The Westgate Irregulars" |
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The Red Walker
Great Reader
USA
3567 Posts |
Posted - 20 Aug 2010 : 21:25:10
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Originally posted by Erik Scott de Bie
Not that particular novel in its current/original form, but I think you'll like what I've got to offer.
Cheers
hmm....intriguing....still "world of ruin" or did you move in a totally new direction? |
A little nonsense now and then, relished by the wisest men - Willy Wonka
"We need men who can dream of things that never were." -
John F. Kennedy, speech in Dublin, Ireland, June 28, 1963
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Erik Scott de Bie
Forgotten Realms Author
USA
4598 Posts |
Posted - 21 Aug 2010 : 01:00:20
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Yes.
You'll see.
Cheers |
Erik Scott de Bie
'Tis easier to destroy than to create.
Author of a number of Realms novels (GHOSTWALKER, DEPTHS OF MADNESS, and the SHADOWBANE series), contributor to the NEVERWINTER CAMPAIGN GUIDE and SHADOWFELL: GLOOMWROUGHT AND BEYOND, Twitch DM of the Dungeon Scrawlers, currently playing "The Westgate Irregulars" |
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The Red Walker
Great Reader
USA
3567 Posts |
Posted - 21 Aug 2010 : 03:06:00
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Originally posted by Erik Scott de Bie
Yes.
You'll see.
Cheers
So mysterious...
Cool!
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A little nonsense now and then, relished by the wisest men - Willy Wonka
"We need men who can dream of things that never were." -
John F. Kennedy, speech in Dublin, Ireland, June 28, 1963
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sfdragon
Great Reader
2285 Posts |
Posted - 22 Aug 2010 : 19:35:47
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II thought you might like to know, that 18DELTA aka Brimestone called me a Fox at Twilight Fanboi.
and proud of it |
why is being a wizard like being a drow? both are likely to find a dagger in the back from a rival or one looking to further his own goals, fame and power
My FR fan fiction
Magister's GAmbit
http://steelfiredragon.deviantart.com/gallery/33539234 |
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