Tag: supernatural
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The Scions of Shannara By Terry Brooks
Terry Brooks is widely viewed as the literary successor to J.R.R. Tolkien. There were many parallels between his Sword of Shannara trilogy and the Lord of The Rings. The Scions of Shannara is book one of his epic Heritage of Shannara series. These books cemented Brooks’ own literary legacy. They are utterly riveting and brilliant works that step out…
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The Barrow Wights of Barrow Downs
By Jason Zapata There exist beings devoid of the Valar’s grace. Middle-earth’s majority avoid such fell sights, As Barrow Downs and its Barrow Wights.
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Ten Years of Magic The Gathering
Magic The Gathering (MTG) is very near and dear to my heart. It’s synonymous with good times and good friends. This trading card game has plenty to offer for anyone. It features amazing artwork and provides countless strategies. MTG has a rich lore that encompasses an entire multi-verse. No other game can boast having so…
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How The Lords of Shadow Soundtrack Silenced Naysayers
The Lords of Shadow official soundtrack is an epic piece of music. It was composed by Oscar Araujo. He is a native of Spain whose developed music for movies and advertisements. Oscar worked with the Bratislava Symphony Orchestra. These musicians were versed in many different genres of music – especially computer games. These elements worked…
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Why I’m Pulling For Sleepy Hollow
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow is one of my favorite supernatural stories for several reasons. It’s an American ghost story based in historical Tarrytown, New York. Washington Irving’s haunting tale is set in 1790 – shortly after the American Revolutionary War. Being a history major/nerd, I love this era. And a ghost of a Hessian…
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The Wise Man’s Fear By Patrick Rothfuss
The Wise Man’s Fear by Patrick Rothfuss is a hefty and impressive sequel to his best selling novel, The Name of The Wind. We resume the story with Kvothe continuing his education as an Arcanist at the University. He’s still seeking credible knowledge on the Chandrian, demons responsible for murdering his family.
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The Story of Lifa and Sverre
This tale takes place centuries ago in a Norse kingdom known as the Reach. It is a story about the seasons and how they were preserved with an act of bravery and love.
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“This Devil Won’t Cry”
By Jason Zapata I plummet from the heavens in disgrace. In this bitter moment my shame is complete, As my body strikes the unyielding concrete. The powers that be have put me in my place.