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The House of Song, the Pool of Memory, and the Plain of Fear
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Author:  Neil of Erk [ August 27th, 2012, 6:52 pm ]
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In Eartea, there is a windswept grass plain where even the bravest of travelers is overwhelmed by a crushing fear, and impressions of impending death. A haze of red forms on the very edge of vision. A noise, faint, but like the crashing of waves on the beach, uneven but unbreaking, fills the ears. A stench of spilt blood and opened bodies, far off but horrible, comes to the nose. Those who linger inexplicably die, and their bones join those of the warriors who fell in a vast and horrible battle thousands of years ago.

There is a deep lake high in the central mountains. The minds of those who enter are filled with tantalizing but vague impressions of ancient memories. Those who emerge are forever changed. They may be struck at any time by visions, strange and deep emotions, or uniquely original thoughts. The more deeply effected seem to be lost in a world of inner thought, only partly aware of the world around them. When they do speek or act, it is to do something either horrible or beautiful, but always filling those around them with a sense of some deep awe and power. But some do not emerge, and their memories are said to be joined with those of the lake, and the mysterious race that once lived there, long ago.

And there are the ruins of an ancient palace, where a hundred generations dwelt, whose words and songs and sounds may be faintly heard by any who pass through it. Many a poet or minstrel is said to have been inspired to write their greatest works while visiting this place.

And these are not isolated incidents. It seems that the essence of a place or object and people or events that effect them can become deeply intertwined, especially when they involve music or sound.

Folk tales speak of a man and wife who became so deeply conected that one inexplicably died just as the other was pierced by a deadly spear.

When the Music faded, so did these things. But they did not end, merely weaken. Those more sensitive, or who pursued them diligently, can find them. And some actions can temporarily bring them back to full power.

But in Eartea, it is often better not to meddle with these ancient forces.
Author:  Lord Tarin [ August 27th, 2012, 10:23 pm ]
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That sounds cool.

Is this actually part of a book you're working on?
Author:  Neil of Erk [ August 28th, 2012, 10:06 am ]
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These things may be mentioned in legend, and some similar things come into my books, but not actually any of these places. A lot of my world building is purely to provide background references and atmosphere.
Author:  Seer of Endor [ August 28th, 2012, 3:19 pm ]
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*bounces* Ooh! I like it I like it I like it!
Very creative of you, young sir! :D
I especially love the Pool of Memory! Such an awesome idea! :dieshappy:
Author:  Varon [ August 28th, 2012, 3:47 pm ]
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Mimetes the Seer wrote:
*bounces* Ooh! I like it I like it I like it!
Very creative of you, young sir! :D
I especially love the Pool of Memory! Such an awesome idea! :dieshappy:


Yes. Me too. I like the House of Song the best.
Author:  Lord Tarin [ August 28th, 2012, 6:21 pm ]
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To paraphrase a certain Lycanis...
Quote:
ARGH! Why didn't I think of that?


BTW, what are your books about? How many have you written? Have they been published or will they be published soon?
Author:  Neil of Erk [ August 28th, 2012, 9:25 pm ]
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I have not finished a single book, I am not published, and I will not be published soon.

On a slightly brighter note, my novel is about fate, doom, genetically altered warriors with horns growing out of their heads, and hearing voices in your head.

Seriously, though, I don't know that I'll ever finish a novel. I'd like to. But I think I'm more of a world-builder than an author.
Author:  Lord Tarin [ August 28th, 2012, 11:15 pm ]
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That's too bad. I find your ideas fascinating.

Maybe sometime we could collaborate on a project if you're interested. World building is the most difficult part for me.
Author:  Varon [ August 29th, 2012, 8:49 am ]
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Neil of Erk wrote:

Seriously, though, I don't know that I'll ever finish a novel. I'd like to. But I think I'm more of a world-builder than an author.


You will finish a novel. How else will I visit the House of Song?
Author:  Neil of Erk [ August 29th, 2012, 12:46 pm ]
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Varon Netzah Mimetes wrote:
Neil of Erk wrote:

Seriously, though, I don't know that I'll ever finish a novel. I'd like to. But I think I'm more of a world-builder than an author.


You will finish a novel. How else will I visit the House of Song?


Alright, guys, not only am I committed to finishing Bonesword, but I'll promise you all that a character in the book will visit the House of Song.
Author:  Varon [ August 29th, 2012, 3:00 pm ]
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:dieshappy:

Hurrah!
Author:  Lord Tarin [ August 29th, 2012, 11:25 pm ]
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*echoes Varon's triumphant cry*
Author:  Suiauthon Mimetes [ August 30th, 2012, 5:01 pm ]
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We'll hold you to that. ;)
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