1214 Results in the "Fantasy" category


    • The Pattern: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Reid in a state of anguish as he witnesses the fatal wounding of a woman he deeply cares for, likely Lou. Despite his desperate attempts to save her, her life slips away, leaving him devastated. Their shared gaze in her final moments hints at unfulfilled possibilities and a profound connection. The tension escalates when Morgane, a powerful witch, threatens Reid with a blade, leading to a violent confrontation where he retaliates with brutal force, only to be subdued by her magic.…
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      Modraniht: Reid

      Modraniht: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Reid, the protagonist, being swept into a chaotic gathering of witches in a snowy courtyard. The atmosphere is frenetic, filled with women of all ages celebrating the pagan goddess. Reid is overwhelmed by the crowd's energy and the pervasive scent of magic, feeling increasingly uneasy as he realizes these witches are here to celebrate Lou's impending death. His internal conflict is palpable—where he once would have condemned them, he now feels a hollow pit in his stomach at their…
    • Consorting With the Enemy: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Madame Labelle guiding the group toward Chateau le Blanc, a hidden fortress only visible to her kind. Despite skepticism from Beau, she explains the enchantment concealing the chateau, hinting at the magical bridge that grants access. Reid, the narrator, drifts away from the conversation, sensing Lou’s presence in the forest. The natural elements—sunlight, wind, and water—seem infused with her essence, evoking a deep emotional connection and unspoken promises between them.…
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      Drifting: Lou

      Drifting: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Lou awakens to Manon tending to her in a room adorned with magical metallic blooms, a gift from Morgane. Weak and immobilized, Lou struggles with nausea and dizziness, likely due to prolonged exposure to a poisonous "medicine." Despite Manon's attempts to care for her—offering food and soothing her pain—Lou remains hostile, refusing to engage with her childhood friend. The chapter establishes Lou's physical and emotional vulnerability, as well as her resentment toward Morgane and the witches'…
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      Harbinger: Reid

      Harbinger: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Reid and his companions—Beau, Ansel, Coco, and Madame Labelle—camped in the freezing, fog-laden La Forêt des Yeux. The group suffers from the bitter cold, with Beau complaining incessantly while Coco consumes rabbit blood for her magic. Ansel’s curiosity about her practices leads to a discussion about blood witches, their unique enchantments, and the scars that mark their craft. The tension is palpable as the group huddles together, their discomfort compounded by hunger and…
    • The Soul Remembers: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Lou waking paralyzed in her mother Morgane’s arms, trapped in a troupe wagon. The scent of eucalyptus triggers traumatic memories as Morgane reveals she has drugged Lou with a paralytic, mocking her helplessness. Lou realizes they’ve left the city, and Morgane taunts her with plans to burn Lou’s husband, Reid, during Modraniht—a sacred holiday involving sacrificial rituals. Lou’s fear intensifies as Morgane hints at her role in the ceremony, emphasizing her inevitable fate…
    • Hell Hath No Fury: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Reid returns to his destroyed room, determined to find Lou after her disappearance. Aware of her skills as a thief, he knows she could be anywhere, but the presence of Chasseurs in the city complicates his search. The lingering magic in his room distracts him, fueling his urgency as he fears for Lou’s safety. He considers her possible hiding places, including the theater and Pan’s patisserie, but worries she may have fled Cesarine altogether. Ansel, his companion, suggests seeking help from…
    • Beating a Dead Witch: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Reid stands in the aftermath of a violent confrontation, surrounded by the wreckage of his room and the corpse of a witch. The scene is marked by blood, destruction, and the lingering stench of magic. Despite his hatred for witches, Reid is haunted by thoughts of Lou, the witch he once loved, whose absence leaves him feeling empty. He struggles to reconcile his duty as a Chasseur—a witch hunter—with his unresolved emotions, refusing to acknowledge the depth of his attachment to her. Ansel confronts…
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      Oblivion: Lou

      Oblivion: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Lou awakens disoriented, feeling the throbbing pain in her throat and the movement of the floor beneath her. Ansel’s voice cuts through her haze, urging her to wake as chaos erupts around them—a witch’s laughter, crashing debris, and Reid’s desperate struggle. Lou realizes Reid is losing the fight, weakened by an incomplete antidote. The room is in ruins, and the witch toys with Reid, exploiting his sluggish movements. Despite her own dizziness and weakness, Lou knows she must intervene to save…
    • Secrets Revealed: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with chaos as witches attack a panicked crowd, with Lou's mother standing ominously amid the turmoil. The Archbishop protects Lou while battling the witches, including Fate, who is wounded but not deterred. Reid emerges, killing a witch with his Balisarda, and pulls Lou to safety. Despite their efforts, more witches appear, and Lou loses sight of her mother. The Archbishop orders Lou and others to barricade themselves in the Tower, but Lou resists, demanding to fight. Reid and the…
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