Above, the watery chaos. Below, the world in its many layers. And in between, the domes, forged of crystal by the gods. Many worlds are there. Infinite domes under those waters of chaos. But of all these worlds, we can… Continue Reading
Only found near sources of surface water, fresh or salty, these strange creatures are little-known and reclusive. They range from about 5 to 5 and a half feet tall, although on average they weigh more than humans due to their… Continue Reading
Bugbear Some philosophers in days of old said that monsters were manifestations of our fear, long before it was known that they were animals and people like any other, even if sometimes they had magical origins. So I felt it… Continue Reading
This is just another ogre. She looked so cozy in the outfit she made from stuff she raided from a farm I couldn’t help but draw her.
Mummy The dread products of the Mummy Factory, created by chimney golems from their kidnapped victims. Few have ever escaped alive, and the scenes they describe are horrific. Those who are brought into the factory are usually killed with a… Continue Reading
Snagbrush Disguise is a common feature of animals in the frozen north. Many animals have fur that changes color to match the snowy landscape. The snowman kulanthula goes so far as to resemble a snowbank in order to hunt its… Continue Reading
Chimney Golem Further north than even the Kat’trak fortress, set not on land but on solid ice, is the mysterious Mummy Factory. Its operations are cruel and bizarre, but the fruits of those labors are the subject of another entry.… Continue Reading
Skeleton This skeleton was outfitted to kill other skeletons, with a crushing claw and a blunt mace. What is it about ridding itself of flesh that allows the humble zombie to reach greater heights of wit and agility? Experiments have… Continue Reading
Kallikantzaros Ah, demons. Everybody remembers summoning their first imp. Mostly harmless when contained properly, demons are a wide category of beings that lack proper bodies, forming them from their surroundings or borrowing one. Demons are defined mostly by their preferred… Continue Reading
Gargoyle It is notable that despite their great age and the harsh environment they are exposed to, the ancient ruins of the north are strikingly well-preserved. Being well-built only covers so much; the real secret is continued maintenance. The gargoyles… Continue Reading