Some young mages have familiars like dragons or gryphons, ones that are large enough to ride. Some adore their familiars a great deal but still struggle to imagine flying on one, so this is where I step in, as a gentle tutor to the nervous passenger. I can recall my own mage’s first flight. We … Continue reading Preperations
Month: Jun 2021
Deep Cold
Gryphons have adapted to all sorts of climates, and one of the more recently discovered species is the Deep Snow Gryphon, a large and imposing kind that lives in the icy oceans of the north-west. They’re rarely seen on land and are often too heavy to walk on the ice sheets, so they drift with … Continue reading Deep Cold
After The Showers
Some of the smallest drakes can be found as close to home as our own gardens and window boxes, and the best time to see them is after a rainfall. These little shell-maker drakes are the best friends for a gardener, as they eat all sorts of irritating pests and insects, leaving gardens luscious and … Continue reading After The Showers
Clumsy
I am not clumsy! It’s not my fault that these glass bottles are hard for my soft, smooth, lovely paws to grasp. I’m trying to be helpful and gather what I need but what else can I do? Okay, yes, I did spill that potion yesterday, also. And I dropped that basket of wimbleweed. And … Continue reading Clumsy
Deceptive
There are some very intimidating looking dragons on the sandy hills around here, but do not be too wary of them. Though wild, they’re often quiet and still, simply basking in the sunshine or tending their shifting nests. You may hear them sing along with the winds, too – a high, bird-like trill around the … Continue reading Deceptive
Stargazers
Sometimes a very rare thing happens, when a familiar is quite clearly intended for a purpose, and in the case of Tyler and Ted, that purpose is quite clear. Though presently still students of the night sky, it will be interesting to see what comes of their efforts when they are both fully trained. Tyler … Continue reading Stargazers
Summer Fashions
Wood drakes can be quite plain creatures, but it’s not unusual for them to search the abundant forest for what they deem as decorative additions, especially in the summer months. The males tend to favour bold colours and the females tend to prefer expanses of foliage. Berries, flowers, ferns, nuts, mushrooms… they’re all fair game … Continue reading Summer Fashions
Daredevils
My Joy and I, we’re daredevils. We put on shows all across the land, and complete in challenges for rewards. We’ve dodged around moody dragons, we’ve climbed (with my wings tied) up mountain faces, and we’ve dived to the bottoms of lakes and seas for treasure. Some might say it’s a waste of our magic … Continue reading Daredevils
Always Take A Hamper
I always take a hamper with you. It might seem like another thing to carry, but when you’re in the middle of a wonderful field with a wonderful sky overhead, there is nothing more delightful than just the right sandwich and a cup of tea. Imagine being here, listening to the birds and the insects … Continue reading Always Take A Hamper
Boot Botherer
Warm sunny days lie ahead, and Reynir has taken to lounging in the grass with any chewable object he can get his jaws around. Today it would appear to be my rain boots, likely snatched from by the back door while I was distracted with chores. Avert your gaze for even a second and something … Continue reading Boot Botherer
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