Fiction and fantasy both involve invented characters and events, but fantasy pushes the boundaries into the realms of the unbelievable. Fiction explores what is possible but not true, while fantasy explores what is impossible.
Rialz, a Shizian stallholder with a mixed streak of luck, had a successful day in the market. On his way home, he chats with Muqtada about Assim's ill wife who needs to travel to distant Mistique Island for healing. He returns to his home in the crime-ridden area of Sector 24 to discover Wolfian soldiers have invaded, his family and neighbours are missing, suggesting a possible massacre or kidnapping. Grieving and furious, he starts casting a liberation spell.
Two of the tribesmen patrolling down a stony corridor wearing a half helmet with an arrow-like projection going downwards from both sides up to the jaw and another descending from the centre covering the nostrils as they lacked nose bridges. Those men had well-developed muscles which was mostly the case with Wolfians and their sharp …
Proto Armageddon is a fiction story written by Judhajit RoyChoudhury and is being published as and when each part is getting ready.
A young barmaid named Daisy works in a festive tavern. As the night progresses, she reveals her true self as an enchantress, cast a powerful spell, and knocks everyone unconscious. She then equips herself with magical armour, a unique knife, and a hooded cloak decorated with an emblem and royal gems. She seems to be preparing for a great impending mission. She talks with an inner voice, possibly her father's, resisting his concerns and asserting her readiness. The story ends as she bravely climbs the tavern's roof.
A teen boy encounters an intriguing old man in a field. After showing off his spellwork ability, the boy is shocked when the old man effortlessly defuses his spell. Eager to learn, the boy petitions the old man to teach him. Passing time, the man recounts a violent, ancient tale of chaos, gods, and wars, leaving the listener unsettled. Before the man can elaborate more, their village is attacked, causing tragic losses. Stricken with grief and anger, the girl agrees to seek power for revenge.
I have started writing a fictional story. This is the first part of it. The other parts will follow as I write each part. I haven’t finalised the title and may decide later as the story develops. You are welcome to suggest a title in the comments below, along with your views. Your views may help me in writing the story.
Mary, a Dublin bar owner who offers "drink now, pay later" scheme, sees her sales boom, leading her local bank to increase her borrowing limit. The bank transforms these customer loans into securities, selling them to unaware investors. This leads to massive profits until the bank demands payment, resulting in Mary's bankruptcy and subsequent closure of the bar. The securities devalue, freezing economic activity and leading to job losses. Despite the economic struggles, the bank, brokers and executives are bailed out by the government, funded by non-drinkers' taxes. The story illustrates similarities with the 2007-08 economic crisis.
Friday the 13th is a day filled with superstition and fear, known as paraskevidekatriaphobia. This fear might be rooted in religious history and Norse mythology. Interestingly, not all cultures fear this day; Italy fears Friday the 17th, while some Spanish-speaking countries and Greeks fear Tuesday the 13th. Fun fact: every month that starts with a Sunday has a Friday the 13th. Regardless of beliefs, it serves as a sneaky reminder that the weekend is near.
