The spell of shadows

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this is a story i have been writing for fun it is nothing to do With my character and YES you can comment on THIS thread.

prologue
It was a mere two years ago on that dark and stormy night when it began It was on that day that the last member of the Arachnorie told him his destiny to save Thiragea. On that fateful day when a flame began to burn in the young boy's soul, the flame of justice Now it is time for me to retell his story,nay, his legend. the legend of:
[glow=purple,20,300]The Spell Of Shadows[/glow]

Chapter 1: the way it began.
Lightning flashed through the dark starless sky ad a young boy of a mere ten years old tossed and turned. A soft thump sounded in the silence that had previously been broken only by claps of thunder. With difficulty,the boy ignored it and his his curiosity.

Nothing happened for five minutes, then he felt someone nudge him trying to get him to wake. He rolled over and opened his eyes, he would of screamed if a hand had not stifled him. What he had seen was a face with four bulbous insect like eyes and grey hairs covering for the top of her face to the middle of her nose(which was a human nose), the rest of her face was of an uncommonly beautiful woman. He stared at her his pale blue eyes sparkling with curiosity as he pulled her hand away and asked unpolitely who are your or more importantly what are you"
She laughed and blinked in slight astonishment"hmm i thought this was supposed to be a family of nobles"
The boy jumped out of his bed lined with white sheets. The strange woman laughed for the boy was almost wearing nothing all he wore was a pair of boxer shorts. The boy blushed but didn't lose his nerve and he said loudly "ANSWER ME"

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And now to continue.
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The woman laughed again "fine i will tell you i am Sephyr last of the Arachnorie"
He stared iin awe with his eyes glwoing in wonder as he looked at her. She had four extra arms all of them long, spidery and covered with the same hair as her face. Over the rest of her body was a black armour it covered all ,but her face and extra arms so he couldn't say anything else about what she looked like. His spiky black hair stood on end for he thoguht she was here to kill him.
"what do you want Sephyr"he demanded.
"to tell you something that concerns you greatly young Tariq"she replied a secretive smile spreading across her face.
He gapsed "how do you know my name"

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why does no one comment well i don't care I'm continuing hehe)
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She stared at him and grinned that secretive smile gain "let's just say i have foreseen this and your destiny to save Thiragea"
He gasped again, how could he be destined to save the world he was only ten, she must be wrong, but he had to know. His curiosity had taken hold of him and he asked her to continue her tale.
She nodded and began to retell the tale of her vision
"A deadly shadow prevailing from the foreboding eastern mountains is spreading, it's vile claws turn all they touch to it's side or to dust"
He would of screamed, but he knew his parents mustn't know, so he asked her to continue his teeth chattering.
She laughed again for she was not used to seeing human fear and thought it looked funny, but continued.
"when all seemed lost, and the deadly darkness had drained all the hope form the world, a young boy emerged carrying a spear and riding a fine grey stallion wherever he went the darkness dispersed. When he finally reached the oaken gates of the dark being's fortress he called out " Tyrant, i am Tariq Ielith guardian of light here to undo thy spell of shadows"
She sighed and looked at him in the eyes she saw fear and bravery he was ready.
"do you understand why i came now Tariq Ielith"she questioned taking a bundle out from behind her and placing it on the bed.
He understood, but he thought there was more "i understand thy gracious words of the future, but if i am right is there more?"
The Arachnorie walked to the other side of the stone floor and looked out of his large oval window. "yes Tariq there is indeed there is a hero's tools(she indicated the bundle) and advice."
She then turned back towards his large four poster bed with crimson curtains adorned with golden thread with sheets to match. Sephyr smiled as he saw his eyes light up as she undid the bundle. "these are thy tools they are the dragon slake shield and the rising phoenix sword retrieved from Calimar the hidden temple by my brother long past"
At this point she sat down on the large bed and began to cry the memory of her brother haunted her so. Tariq thought it was best to comfort her rather then let her wallow in her pity, so he walked over to her and embraced he in a hug "don't worry though loved ones have passe beyond the physical world they are never truly gone unless you forget them. As long as thy keep him in your heart thy brother will be with you"he said.
She smiled and wiped the pale red tears from her eyes and turned to him "thank you Tariq you have already defeated one darkness the darkness of sorrow, but the evil tyrant Ilrian will not be so easy to conquer"
Tariq nodded and let go of her and walked across his room looking at each of his pictures all of them displaying his sister who had died saving him from a fire because their father and mother were out cold. A flame flare up in his eyes and soul the fire of justice had been kindled. "Sephyr you said you had advice i hope it does not take to long for i leave at dawn"

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She nodded and began "this will not take long" she answered "My advice is this go to the western caverns of Ragnor, but first buy a horse as fine as you can buy to be your companion on your journey"
Tariq nodded "buy horse, go to caverns, anything else?"
She nodded and begna the rest of her advice "inside the caverns is a gem the sacred gem of Earth find that and find Master Croytak"
Tariq smirked "no problem Sephyr"
He then gasped as he saw she was gone dissapeared all that remained to prove that she had indeed been there were the weapons and a fine dust on the floor. He rubbed the dust in the palm of his hands. it becmae spoke and surrounded him. He smirked and gathered up the dust "it could be useful for escape.
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next time chapter to begins and so does the journey of a hero

[FlameMaster5]

I couldn't wait, I had to reply before the weekend. ^_^


Hardly any flaws, good description and wonderful effort! I'm very proud of you, Blaze. Do this with any writing and you'll become very good at it.


... ..... ............................. *has an idea*


I have a wonderful idea. Blaze, continue to do this well and I'll even give you something special. A title of your own. There's only one other person who has this - R Searchman. I'm probably going to set up "tests" for people to earn their own special title. Possibly, if they want it changed again afterwards, I'll change it to whatever they want(as long as it follows the rules) every 3-5 months.


Anyways, would you like that? Want me to test you until you truly earn it? I think you could do it! ^_^

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yeah that sounds good to me hmm now to begin chapter tow when things begin to get interesting.
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chapter two: the flame rises
Tariq stared at his blade it was quite light considering being a broad sword. It was light enough to be held in one hand. He smirked as he swung it round it was perfectly balanced. "perfect"he whispered lifting up his shield. It was also light though he could tell by the look and feel of it that it was very durable. He placed the two tools back in the bundle and wrapped them up he then looked toward the other end of his room where his brothers armor stood since his death.
He walked over silently toward the armor and knelt down in front of it "brother please watch over me as i go on this journey prevent me form failing"he prayed to his brothers spirit and to the Lord. He then walked back to his bed and told himslef to be awake at dawn before jumpnig into it and almost instantly falling asleep.

[FlameMaster5]

Again, great detail. Detail makes the story come to life. ^_^ *is SO proud!*

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yay glad ya liek ti
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As the light peeked into his room his eyes flickered open and he looked around noone was awake yet otherwise his maid would be in here. He grabbed a piece of paper and wrote a note telling his parents where he was going, not to follow, it also said goodbye and that he would return, he hoped. He strode over to where it stood and got dressed in his brothers armor and sheathed the sword. He then turned and picked up the shield and attached it to the back of his armor.
The armor was steel and would not be penetrated by anything that wasn't thin and sharp. It was rather to big for him, but it would have to do. He grabbed the helmet and put it in his satchel he would not need it yet.
He grabbed a piece of cloth and place it around his face so only his eyes were showing. he did not wish to be recognized. He also did not wish to be heard so he had to tiptoe out of his room and to the oaken door that was at the back of his house. He slowly and gently pushed it open. It creaked. He turned around and strained his ears he heard nothing.
"phew that was lucky"he whispered tiptoeing out of the door and into his garden which was dominated by trees blossoming with flowers. He sat down for a moment he knew it would be a Long time before he could properly take in natures' true beauty.

[FlameMaster5]

So, off he goes, huh? Now the story is truly opening.

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yep but he still got to go into town remember he was told to buy a horse so when he ride out of town is when i think the story truly begins and so does something if I'm not mistaken that is more then a friendship as you will see.
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Tariq sighed as he walked out of his garden this would be the last time he saw it for a long time. His heart ached and he wished he didn't have to leave, but he knew he must to for otherwise this beautiful land would become desolate. He strolled into town and entered the store to buy food. He browsed the shelves and found good traveling food( bread, cheese and flasks of cordial) and he also found carrots, oats and hay which he was sure he would need. He walked up to the counter and paid 2 gold pieces for it all. He then left his satchel considerably heavier and his money bag considerably lighter.
Next Tariq had to find a hors and there was only one place that looked like it would sell horses it was a grubby stable looking place, but it was marked by the horse shoe the sign he wa looking for. He grinned and walked into the stable and only one horse truly caught his eye a grey horse with a black mane.
He walked over to the counter and rung the bell.
"what do ya want stran'er"a voice said form behind him. Tariq spun round and saw two people one a man and one a girl. the man looked like a farmer with a straw hat, dungarees and a red top. Tariq could not take his eyes of the girl her beauty took his breath away and her eyeys sparkled like saphires.
"what my father means is what would you like stranger"she asked her voice as soft as honey.
Tariq replied "i would like to purchase that grey horse how much is it please." this was directed at the girl he had completely forgotten the farmer.
"well him and the equipment would be about 250 gold pieces"she replied staring at his bold figure. Tariq got out his money bag and gave her 250 gold pieces and asked the man to saddle the horse for him as he gave him five silver pieces to do so.
"i ain't saddling no man's 'orse unless of course with Quickbolt he takes me daug'er with 'im"
Tariq shrugged "i would be honored to take your daughter with me on my journey ,but i will do this not because it is the only way my horse can be saddled, but because of her beauty"
He winked a the girl and she blushed. The man grunted and saddled the horse. Tariq jumped onto the horse and helped the lady up next to him.
"Yahh"he yelled kicking the horse in the sides slightly and Quickbolt reared onto it's hind legs before galloping off toward the gate, toward adventure.
He turned his head slightly and asked the girl her name. She blushed slightly ,but replied.
"my name is Serena what's yours"
"my name i Tariq Ielith and may i say you have a beautiful name and an even more beautiful face."
Her cheeks glowed red and she pushed him slightly. Tariq smiled as they rode outside and he took off the cloth showing his spiky black hair. She thought he was the most handsome person she had ever seen and though neither knew it their souls had entwined in the bonds of love.

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*grins*


Wow, a love spark!


That was awesome, Blaze. Nice going!

FM5, you should give him a title soon. I think he's doing great. He writes better than me! X)


Keep it up Blaze. FM5 will surely give you a title of your own if you continue to do this good!

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wow hehe a second reader hmm i see ya like the lovey sort of bit. well prepare for a twist.
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To their east were the shadow mountains. No-one who had climbed their vile peaks was never seen again. To the north if they had strained their eyes they would have seen a white castle and though he did not know it this was where his journey home begin. Yet to the west was where they would ride to the beautiful silver mountains covered in summer snow and then to the unexplored fathoms: The caverns of Croytak. Swiftly he rode on Quickbolt Serena's arms tied tightly round his waist. Tariq rode as swift as possible for he knew the darkness was spreading.

Far away over the Shadow Mountains peaks, in Raxor a vile shadow cloaked building stared and cackled maniacally as he watched Tariq through the orb of Cayrn with his crimson eyes glowing with hatred.

"So Tariq you ask me to prevent thy quest failing, thy quest to destroy Ilrian" he laughed "Little do thy knowest then for I AM ILRIAN"

The glaring eyes changed their focus toward an array of dark fierce looking creatures. He stared at one in particular, a serpentine dragon.

"Agroith dragon of Hades come forth"he whispered yet all heard him.

Agroith the serpentine dragon slithered forward and all moved out of it's way.

"Yesssssssssssssssss my massssssssssster"it hissed.

Ilrian cackled before speaking "Go to your lair in the Caverns Of Croytak and kidnap the girl who comes in with a man in armor,"he whispered. "Then tell your swiftest minion to bring her to me unscathed"

The serpentine dragon nodded and spread it's wings and took off flying through a portal to the Caverns.

Ilrian's eyes turned back to the orb and he laughed evilly at Tariq.

"Soon he will be angry and alone"he cackled"soon he will be ready to join me"

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Chapter 3: When the student is ready……
With each passing moment they drew nearer to their destination. Yet in one day that journey could not be done even by a horse as swift and pure as Quickbolt. As they rode night was overtaking them and so they chose to stop and rest.
“We shall ride five minutes longer Serena then rest” Tariq stated.
She nodded and smiled as she replied “I hope you brought enough food and clothes for two.”
“Ermmmm…. well the thing is I brought enough food, but I only have clothes for males.”
She laughed loudly and didn’t stop till the last five minutes of this day’s ride were over when she told him not to worry and that she didn’t mind wearing male clothing for a while.
‘‘Just buy some clothes at the next town or else.” she shouted. Tariq nodded and got out some food from his satchel for both them and the horse. He told her it would be nothing special, just bread and jam. She laughed again and told him not to worry.
After they ate he got out a sleeping bag and a spare he brought incase his tore. It was lucky he did otherwise the two might have had to share. She yawned and Tariq asked if she wanted to go to sleep. She nodded and then grabbing a few of his clothes walked away slightly and went behind a rock.
“Don’t peak or I’ll have to leave” she shouted from behind the rock. He blushed and stared into the distance wondering whether he should place her sleeping bag away form his for her privacy or near his so they could keep warm. He shrugged and decided that he would ask her to decide. Suddenly he slapped his head he hadn’t fed the horse. He grabbed up some hay and placed it in front of the horse. He stroked his muzzle fondly.
“Sorry Quickbolt for forgetting you like that I had…other things on my mind.” he whispered turning his head towards the rock. Tariq yawned widely and decided he too was ready for bed. So he de-armored and slipped into his sleeping bag. He waited for her for he wished to wish her goodnight and pleasant dreams and when he did he suddenly found her sleeping bag next to his and her hand on his chest. He smiled and stroked her soft delicate hand. He felt warm and fuzzy inside though he did not know why. He didi not have time ot think for he soon fell asleepp, but as he slept hes till had his hand on her's.

[Haunter 360]

Great story!!

Honestly, you're beginning something good there...

Anyhow, nice love interest thing as well.
To be honest, I kinda like those romantic parts...
Well, unless they get carried away...

Anyhow, looking forwards to reading more of it!

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yeha it own't beleive me hehe well nto beyond mayeb ksisinga t the msot.
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The sun peaked over the mountains and his eyes flickered open. his hand was still on her delicate hand. He smiled and stared at her sleeping form. He smiled she was as beautiful asleep as she was awake. Her pale green eyes slowly flickered open and she sta up and stroked the sleep out of her eyes. She realized then that her hand had been on his chest and his hand had been on hers. She blushed and stood up she decided to change and before she did she reminded him not to peek, but this time he called out to her.
"Hey what do you think i am some peeping Tom."
A laugh came out from behind the rock her laugh reminded him of a humming bird for some reason . He smiled and again that warm fuzzy feeling flared into him again. He still wondered what it was he had never felt it before, but he wondered in his heart whether this was love.
She came out wearing a pale red t-shirt and leather trousers. She then smiled and he noticed then her brilliant dazzillnig smile for the first time.