In the ageless forest, there existed two peculiar creatures. The Siren, with a lute in hand, spilled forth a melody that could snatch the soul from man’s grasp. His audience, spellbound, sipped on his sweet poison, each note a lullaby … Read More
Ultimate Weapon
The quest for the ultimate weapon. From the dawn of time, mankind has waged wars, spilling blood and shattering bones in the name of power, and in the name of a dream. A dream of creating the perfect weapon to … Read More
Seeing Red
Deep within a dark valley, there was a village. An accursed place, for the villagers had a peculiar disability. They could only see one color. It was the color of rage, the color of blood. Red. Their lives were shackled … Read More
Darkness and Light
Darkness and light. Two opposing forces that have existed since the dawn of time. It’s the duality of nature, a balance that must be maintained. But in the beginning, there was only darkness. Uncertainty. Fear. Like a leaderless herd, the … Read More
Thousand Mile Stair
The journey of the thousand mile stairs begins with a single step. But what of the step after that? Or after that? Ancient proverbs speak of the importance of taking that first step, of beginning the slow climb towards enlightenment. … Read More
The Candy Man Can
Candy. Sugary sweet little things that bring man and child alike great pleasure. That quick burst of sugar comforts those who partake of it, it binds them to its magic, causing them to crave another. And another. Soon, no pleasure … Read More
The Butterfly
Once I observed a man kneeling beside an insect. It was a butterfly, trying to force its way out of some kind of cocoon. “Fool,” I called out. “Do you not see?” “It needs help!” He exclaimed, a scalpel in … Read More
For A Price
I’ve heard the same story from so many people. A shady man in an alley offers you a hit from his stash. Just one toke, that’s all. You immediately feel the potent rush of his chosen drug. It permeates every … Read More
