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The Voyage of the Visund -49-

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The Visund continues along its journey to their next port of call. Hashim proves his worth by reading the currents and shallows of the great river as they head into unknown waters. Because Ursula is still looking for herbs, a side trip is called for. Unfortunately, danger lurks!

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A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

49 - Sandbars and Creeks

Educating Special Boys in the Feminist Republic: Chapter 10 - Scout Camp

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Kaylie's computer hack is discovered and we learn the consequences. After the science intensive Kaylie is ready to join Hillary at Girl Scout camp.

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Pamela, Patricia, and Kaylie stood nervously as their automatic fire-control software continued to aim and hit the elusive digital target. Finally the computer security cadre told them they could shut down their program.

The Voyage of the Visund -48-

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There is an unexpected visitor the next morning, a woman intent on dealing death. But things are not as they seem and spiral rapidly out of control. Eriana makes a quick decision.

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48 - A Pointed Interruption

The Voyage of the Visund -47-

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After an unexpected feast the women gather in their chamber, where Ursula tries to explain her origins to Kaldara. Later she wonders about the day's events.

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47 - Secrets Told

I Wish Book 5: Chapter 8

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I Wish: Book 5
Chapter 8
Prime Directive

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Rebecca rolled her eyes and groaned before asking in a tone heavily laden with sarcasm, “And how do we know that, Professor?”

Apocalypse Dawn: The New World - Chapter 9

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Chapter 9: Family Ties

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I wasn’t the only one to turn and give my Guardian a long look. “That… was oddly specific, Liss.” Kinara pointed out.

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Chapter 8: Seeds of Doubt

The game is over, and reality will never be the same again.

 

“How… can you say she’s your daughter, you’re not even the same species?” she asked after a moment of stunned silence.

The Voyage of the Visund -46-

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The crew disperses about the city of Yod for various purposes. Ursula's needs take her to the main market, where she receives unexpected advice, a warning - and a rebuff.

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46 - Heart of Yod

Not a big deal

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"She's got a dick!" Robin shouted.

"So do half the other girls on the cheer squad. And a quarter of the guys on the football team *don't*. What's the big deal?"

Robin suddenly felt that they weren't in Kansas anymore...

Apocalypse Dawn: The New World - Chapter 7

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Chapter 7: Duel

The game is over, and reality will never be the same again.

 

“You are bleeding and broken, you cannot hope to stand against a true goddess. I will finish you now and once I have taken your essence I will lay waste to this world and bathe it in chaos,” she said as she approached and her mouth glowed with the flames that were to come.

Apocalypse Dawn: The New World - Chapter 6

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Chapter 6: Dungeons and Dragons

The game is over, and reality will never be the same again.

 

“I imagine they think that they’re trying to kill us,” I offered graciously as we all hid behind the cover Lissany was providing.

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Chapter 5: H3lls-Pwned

The game is over, and reality will never be the same again.

 

“Can I at least maim them?” my sister asked hopefully, her crimson eyes locked on the four douchebags in the corner.

Educating Special Boys in the Feminist Republic: Chapter 8 - Science Intensive

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Kaylie starts experiencing a wider range of relationships and earns more about how the Feminists used technology to defeat the patriarchy.. At the summer science intensive Kaylie meets another Special Boy who experienced a different transition path.

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Chapter 4: The Empress Strikes Back

The game is over, and reality will never be the same again.

 

“Agent Jones speaking,” a familiar voice spoke from the other end.

The Voyage of the Visund -45-

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On arrival at the city of Yod misunderstandings have caused a brawl and a confrontation. Eriana faces up to Marlin of Brikant, who is in charge of the port troops, and who does not believe her story! It is up to Ursula and Tyra to find a way out of the impasse - in a city where anyone can be an enemy.

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45 - Evening Excursion

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Chapter 3: Expedition

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“Is it that bad out there?” I asked worriedly.

The Voyage of the Visund -44-

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The short voyage from Tobeligo to Yod takes longer than expected and it is early evening before they are found a berth. In the women's hostel wrong assumptions are made, resulting in a bar brawl, before a tense confrontation occurs with someone who should know better!

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44 - Conflict at Yod

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Chapter 2: Lost Girls

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The subject of the naming session smiled for the first time since she awoke. “Yeah, I think I like that.”

Scald-Crow 2: Chapter 6 - Life's Strange

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Chapter 1: With Great Power...

The game is over, and reality will never be the same again.

 

I sighed as I felt a headache coming on. “We barely had the supplies to last more than a few days with the numbers we started with. We can’t sustain that many people as things stand.”

Scald-Crow 2: Chapter 5 - Rinse Repeat

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When Grainne made a deal to bond her soul to the dying Faerie Spirit, Morgan, she never thought her life would be turned upside down. Now possessing a body she's always desired the girl was nearly driven from her home to learn about her growing powers. Chased by a headless witch and even darker powers. Grainne must attend the eponymous Whateley Academy where new challenges await her.

Scald-Crow 2: Chapter 4 - Nose To The Grindstone

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Ursula goes to the market in Tobeligo to replenish her supplies and takes Kaldar along. The young runaway will have to be 'Kaldara' while in Yodan lands to avoid awkward questions, so suitable attire must be found. At the market Ursula has an unusual encounter which may or may not be the cause of later discomfort.

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43 - At the Market

The Voyage of the Visund -42-

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The Visund finally manages to depart from Ferenis and travels upstream with an additional crew member... who shows further signs of abuse at his father's hands. There is confusion when they arrive at their next port of call, as the locals have decided to make some big changes.

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42 - Free Town

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When Grainne made a deal to bond her soul to the dying Faerie Spirit, Morgan, she never thought her life would be turned upside down. Now possessing a body she's always desired the girl was nearly driven from her home to learn about her growing powers. Chased by a headless witch and even darker powers. Grainne must attend the eponymous Whateley Academy where new challenges await her.

Educating Special Boys in the Feminist Republic, Chapter 1- 6

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In the near future the Great Social Transformation has created a society in which women hold all the authority and power. Men remain uneducated and are restricted to mindless labor. But the Feminist Republic does not waste science and math talent, and has provided an alternative for a few special boys. We follow one special boy who got a late start on the journey to gender reassignment.

Chapter 1 - History Lesson

Scald-Crow 2: Chapter 2 - Ring, Ring It's Recess

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When Grainne made a deal to bond her soul to the dying Faerie Spirit, Morgan, she never thought her life would be turned upside down. Now possessing a body she's always desired the girl was nearly driven from her home to learn about her growing powers. Chased by a headless witch and even darker powers. Grainne must attend the eponymous Whateley Academy where new challenges await her.

The Voyage of the Visund -41-

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The departure of the Visund is delayed when a fugitive leaps on board. Tensions rise when Eriana sides with him and refuses to let the city folk have him back. Then Ursula makes an impossible statement...

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41 - Stand-off

The Voyage of the Visund -40-

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The travelers remain in Ferenis for several days exchanging the usual information about styles, ideas and inventions from downstream. Eriana also has a look at a Yodan war galley. As they make ready to leave for the next leg of the voyage, an incident happens that threatens their departure.

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40 - Suits, Skirts and Galleys

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When Grainne made a deal to bond her soul to the dying Faerie Spirit, Morgan, she never thought her life would be turned upside down. Now possessing a body she's always desired the girl was nearly driven from her home to learn about her growing powers. Chased by a headless witch and even darker powers. Grainne must attend the eponymous Whateley Academy where new challenges await her.

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When Grainne made a deal to bond her soul to the dying Faerie Spirit Morgan she never thought her life would be turned upside down. Now possessing a body she's always desired the girl was nearly driven from her home to learn about her growing powers. Chased by a headless witch and even darker powers Grainne must attend the eponymous Whateley Academy where new challenges await her.

Apocalypse Dawn: First Light - Part 36

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Part 36: The Beginning

When Caleb's sister offers to get him and Jess an opportunity to play-test a new Virtual Reality MMORPG, Caleb's vacation just may change his life and the lives of those close to him forever.

 

“Tae, are you okay?” Rei asked in concern.

The Voyage of the Visund -39-

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The ruler of Ferenis has an open mind and listens carefully to news from the east. He wants to hear the stories of his visitors, especially the five extraordinary women.

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39 - Five Recollections

I Wish Book 4: Chapter 12

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Shannon O'Reilly was bullied and everything his older sister wasn't. When his sister Sarah gives him a chance to change things through a single wish things don't go as planned.

 
 

I Wish: Book 4
Chapter 12
Troupe

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“Very funny,” I replied, rolling my eyes. “It wasn’t like I intended to do any of that.”

Apocalypse Dawn: First Light - Part 35

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Part 35: Evacuation

When Caleb's sister offers to get him and Jess an opportunity to play-test a new Virtual Reality MMORPG, Caleb's vacation just may change his life and the lives of those close to him forever.

 

The eyes of both my Fae parents widened in surprise and my Mahair asked in a hushed tone, “Taelya, how do you know that name?”

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Part 34: Answers

When Caleb's sister offers to get him and Jess an opportunity to play-test a new Virtual Reality MMORPG, Caleb's vacation just may change his life and the lives of those close to him forever.

 

Now that Mahair had answered most of my pressing questions I turned to Narek with a serious expression. “Get talking. Why the hell am I your daughter?”

I Wish Book 4: Chapter 11

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Shannon O'Reilly was bullied and everything his older sister wasn't. When his sister Sarah gives him a chance to change things through a single wish things don't go as planned.

 
 

I Wish: Book 4
Chapter 11
Healing

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Amethyst
I looked away in shame as I nodded. “I’ve been wanting to check on how you were doing, but we’re here because a Celestial named Xuriel told me that your troupe might have a spirit healer.”

Apocalypse Dawn: First Light - Part 33

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Part 33: Red Dawn

When Caleb's sister offers to get him and Jess an opportunity to play-test a new Virtual Reality MMORPG, Caleb's vacation just may change his life and the lives of those close to him forever.

 

“Holy shit,” Lissany sputtered beside me. “How did she live through that?”

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Part 32: Tension

When Caleb's sister offers to get him and Jess an opportunity to play-test a new Virtual Reality MMORPG, Caleb's vacation just may change his life and the lives of those close to him forever.

 

For a moment there Rei just stood in the bathroom doorway gazing at me with the towel hanging around his waist forming a noticeable tent. “Uhhh… maybe I should go take another cold shower.”

The Voyage of the Visund -38-

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The Visund must depart for its next port of call. Maralin has returned to join the farewells before the Norse ship travels the short distance to Ferenis - and another heroes' welcome. Their host, however, has a surprise for some of them.

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38 - Another Day, Another Country

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Part 31: Heated

When Caleb's sister offers to get him and Jess an opportunity to play-test a new Virtual Reality MMORPG, Caleb's vacation just may change his life and the lives of those close to him forever.

 

“So?” Nishalle said with a shrug and a grin after taking another shot. “I like being crazy.”

Apocalypse Dawn: First Light - Part 30

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Part 30: More Questions than Answers

When Caleb's sister offers to get him and Jess an opportunity to play-test a new Virtual Reality MMORPG, Caleb's vacation just may change his life and the lives of those close to him forever.

 

“Hey everyone,” I called out as placed them all, but alas no Narek. “You’ve been working on my special order with Hadrick and Denise, right Ashura? How are they coming along?”

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Part 29: Team Spirit

When Caleb's sister offers to get him and Jess an opportunity to play-test a new Virtual Reality MMORPG, Caleb's vacation just may change his life and the lives of those close to him forever.

 

“Oh, you know me, Your Highness,” my Guardian said crossing her fingers and wearing a reckless grin. “Crazy and I are like this.”

The Voyage of the Visund -37-

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Eriana decides to hold a court of her crew to deal with several outstanding issues. The Epp Ale is explained, the Norse residents of Forguland wish to return to Palarand with their wives and a missing crew member is discussed. Later, one of the residents may have a solution for the absence of a pilot for the onward journey.

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37 - Eriana Holds Court

Apocalypse Dawn: First Light - Part 28

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Part 28: Is This the End?

When Caleb's sister offers to get him and Jess an opportunity to play-test a new Virtual Reality MMORPG, Caleb's vacation just may change his life and the lives of those close to him forever.

 

Rob was the first one of us to speak, voicing what we were all thinking. “Well, this fucking sucks.”

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