Brendelasia is directly to the south of Slothjemia, across the Dolonau River. To the east is the Sea of Shadows, to the southeast is the wealthy city-state of Kugahloo, to the southwest are the city-states of the Illyrian League, and to the west is the remnants of the Sikilian Confederation. It is governed by the … Continue reading Know Your Neighbors: Brendelasia
Month: June 2017
German dwarves, French elves
For those of you not familiar with the geography and cultures of these stories, there might be questions about what things in the real world could translate into this fantasy realm. And to you, dear reader, we offer the following correlations: Geldenreich is loosely based on the Austro-Hungarian Empire, dwarven culture is loosely based on … Continue reading German dwarves, French elves
Writing for the sake of Writing
I always liked to share my writings with other people. The reception these missives received was usually mixed, but the general attitude was "you're a really good writer." The problem is, and always has been, the subject matter. However good your prose, there just isn't a big market for stories about goblins doing things. Now, … Continue reading Writing for the sake of Writing
Slothenburg Confidential; Chapter 1
Ever since he could remember, Thigpen had wanted to be a constable. He had always been in awe of the men that patrolled the city, swaggering with bold self-assurance, wearing their black uniforms with shiny copper buttons and boasting a shiny red and copper badge on their chest. When all of his friends were playing … Continue reading Slothenburg Confidential; Chapter 1
And now for something completely different…
Starting soon, we'll be unveiling a second story here, something more along the lines of a murder mystery. This story is much shorter than "An Orc for All Seasons", and while the subject matter might make a person queasy, well, we are dealing with orcs, aren't we? We hope you enjoy reading Slothjemian Tales, because … Continue reading And now for something completely different…
An Orc for All Seasons; Chapter 4
The Slothjemian national anthem is a decidedly upbeat and happy sort of song that covers a lot of historical and political material. It gives a brief glimpse at the origin of the country, the sort of people that live there, an encouragement to outsiders to move there and seek a better life, and various threats … Continue reading An Orc for All Seasons; Chapter 4
How close is the nearest churchyard, because those aren’t fireflies…
One cannot discuss the artistry of the Coreland, without talking about how the natural sights and sounds of the swamp has influenced perception. The low fog that creeps up and hovers eerily over the fetid, still waters. The frogs croaking out their belchy greetings, and the flapping wings of unseen creatures. Fishes, and more dangerous … Continue reading How close is the nearest churchyard, because those aren’t fireflies…
Know Your Neighbors: Romillia
Sitting to the east of the Coreland, and north of the Grafdom of New Craiovia. At the time in which "An Orc for All Seasons" is set, Romillia is somewhat larger than Slothjemia but with a smaller population. It encompasses the eastern slope of the Kragalian Alps all the way from north to south, and … Continue reading Know Your Neighbors: Romillia
Creation by Committee
The very best stories come about by accident, but if you don't like accidents, then find yourself some gaming buddies. Slothjemia came about thanks to the creative efforts of many people, intrepid adventurers that helped form a gaming world and made all of this nonsense possible. Bernie Ward was my first game master, and Steve … Continue reading Creation by Committee
Either somebody is wringing a cat, or else Opera Season is underway
Slothjemian art is considered by outsiders to be an oxymoron, and music is no exception. With so many people from such varied backgrounds sharing their love for song and dance, hymn and chant, there are bound to be unpleasant tunes that accost the unprepared listener. A Romillian bard of some fame once noted that "Jorish music … Continue reading Either somebody is wringing a cat, or else Opera Season is underway
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