A magical sword falls from the heavens, promising the title of Chosen One to any capable of drawing the weapon. When this task proves more deadly than it appears, who will step up to claim the title of Chosen One? Who will prosper and who will lose everything.
Category Archives: Short Stories
What Makes a Villain?
In a world where one in ten possess unique powers called ‘Talents,’ a homeless boy named Tyrell struggles against the harsh realities of life. Down on his luck, he is saved by an unlikely source, flipping everything he knew on its head.
Prologue for an Unnamed Story
There were countless beasts and monsters that called Qualore home, and many used the cover of night to hunt. Because of this, the average civilian didn’t dare to leave their respective settlements, instead choosing to end their day. However, for a certain group of five individuals, this time marked the beginning.
The Difference Between Monsters
In the aftermath of a devastating explosion, a lone individual navigates the chaos between two conflicting factions, the Prestige and the Prominence. Tensions escalate, leading to violence, while the protagonist grapples with their dual heritage and the destruction of their home. They ultimately perceive both groups as monstrous in their hatred and brutality.
After Hours
An amusement park custodian treks through the eerie park at night, seeking the reason behind a mysterious power outage. What will the find?
Returning to Change
The narrator recounts their poignant return to a devastated city years after a disaster. As they navigate the ruins filled with memories, feelings of loss, nostalgia, and desperation culminate in a search for a lost loved one.
Whittle
The narrative portrays a man’s challenging day marked by physical and emotional struggles as he confronts various forms of societal judgment and personal pain. Despite his attempts to connect with others, he faces misunderstanding and hostility, culminating in a poignant reflection on the enduring impacts of racism and personal trauma.
A Dark Place
In a state of confusion and fear, Peter finds himself trapped in a dark, inky space filled with sludge. As he struggles against the suffocating environment and haunting voices of self-doubt, a warm light beckons him. Will he be able to reach the light or will he succumb to the dark?
For the Kingdom
Two brave knights from the neighboring kingdom seek to put an end to a monstrous threat. For the sake of their king, they will fell any monster who stand against them, but is all what it appears to be?
Aftermath
After the events of a horror movie, no one questions what happens to the survivors. We assume that they go about their daily lives, but that’s not what happens to young Dylan Reynolds. After surviving his horror movie, he realizes that his horrors are just beginning.
Works Of Fiction by D.J. Adams 