Ivan had a mind to march right back into the forest and slice the wretched creature’s throat, but he decided to report to Chalyela first. “My queen, I have found the talking frog.” “So the rumors are true. It tis said that Frogga was once a queen, Queen Ergo, who was banished after trying to…
Ivan has no choice but investigate this manner. If everyone believes in Frogga, maybe there is some truth in the tale. He runs through the clues that he was given in his head. The ‘Frogga’ hat is supposed to be found among the ‘stalagmites’. There is only one place in the kingdom where…
Knight-Captain Ivan rose within the ranks of the Fighter’s Guild rapidly. His skill with the sword impressed everyone who bore witness. Ivan also had a special gift for training new fighters. Before long, the Fighter’s Guild membership tripled in size and people benefited from the increased skill of those in the guild, because their…
Ivan is happy to be back at the castle with his wife in his arms. He is due to set sail in an attempt to locate the islands of Effenmont and Gastrobury the next morning. “I have missed seeing you all day. What have you been up to?” Chalyela asks. “I have been asked to…
Ivan has agreed to spend time teaching new Fighter’s Guild recruit, Blade Lukas, a few pointers in sword fighting. Ivan can see Blade Lukas’ potential, but his fighting style is odd. Lukas has speed and a forceful jab. Ivan commends him on that. However, Lukas’ style is rough. He reacts rather than plan his moves….
Ivan returns to the town square once he has rested a bit. He is ready to spar Lord Jude. Ivan’s first move is a whirling take down. “What speed!” Lord Jude compliments as he ducks out of Ivan’s reach. Ivan fools him with an unexpected blow. “Wow! You are even better than I thought!” Jude…
Ivan meets up with the Fighter’s Guild before dawn. He approaches his next sparring opponent, Knight Yvette. Ivan decides to try to different approach on Yvette. She is proud, so he expects for her to attempt quick aggressive blows. He decides that a steeled defense would probably be the best strategy with her. His guess…
After sparring Blade Lukas, Ivan decides to spar the remaining guild members at another time. Right now he has to complete his duties. He walks over to the training yard where he is scheduled to train a new knight. Squire Dante has shown great potential, but is young and lacks focus. Ivan’s job is to…
Ivan has received notice from Town Crier Bertram. Apparently Bertram was given an important private message for Ivan. Ivan leaves the castle to meet with him. Ivan knows exactly where to search for Bertram. He first heads to the square. There he spots a strange looking group standing by the well, but Bertram is not…
Queen Chalyela and Surgeon Gavin’s plan worked. Although Chalyela was not proud of deceiving her people, she felt that the outcome was worth it. Decades of ill feelings between Archolia and the territory of Tredony were avoided. The first time Ivan laid eyes on the princess, he was instantly in love. He was happy that…
