Announcing The Blue Dragon’s Quest

Enchantment in the Arid Wilderness

In The Blue Dragon’s Quest, my upcoming story for the Enchanted Skies anthology, we embark on an extraordinary journey into the desert with Barūdragon and her bonded companion, Karynne. From the lush mountains of Nantai to a mystical cliff city nestled in the heart of the Great Sands, a vast and unforgiving desert sets the backdrop for Barū’s story to find her stolen dragon egg.

The Great Sands: A Desert of Scarcity and Survival

The Great Sands is a realm where the sun reigns supreme, casting its relentless gaze over endless dunes and rocky plateaus. In this harsh environment, scarcity is not just a condition but a catalyst for life and conflict. The desert’s arid climate has fostered a nomadic lifestyle among its inhabitants, who have adapted to the extreme conditions with remarkable ingenuity and resilience.

The Nomads of the Great Sands

The nomadic tribes, called the Moritoi, traverse the desert, guided by the stars and ancient knowledge passed down through generations. They have mastered the art of survival in the Great Sands, utilizing every resource with meticulous care, including the magic of drawing water from deep within the earth. Their life is a dance with nature and a testament to adaptability in the face of adversity.

The Cliff City: Where Magic Meets the Desert

Deep within the Great Sands lies a marvel of survival and ingenuity – a cliff city that seems to defy the harshness of its surroundings. Here, magic intertwines with necessity, as wielders harness ancient spells to draw water from deep beneath the earth’s crust, sustaining the city amidst the barren landscape.

The Magic of Water Summoning

This unique form of magic, practiced by skilled wielders of the Moritoi, is a dance of power and precision. Harnessing the sun’s energy into special crystal orbs and driving that into the sand, they tap into the hidden aquifers below the desert and bring forth life-giving water. It is functional magic, creating an almost miraculous contrast to the arid surroundings.

Barūdragon and Karynne: A Bond Beyond Borders

As Barūdragon, a majestic dragon, and her bonded companion, Karynne, journey from the verdant Nantai to the stark landscapes of the Great Sands, they embody the theme of adaptation and the enduring bond between beings. Their journey is a testament to the power of unity and perseverance across diverse and challenging terrains.

A Tale of Hope and Endurance

Their story is one of friendship and mutual reliance. Karynne’s human ingenuity and Barūdragon’s strength and mystical connection to the land become pivotal in navigating the challenges of the Great Sands. Together, they discover the wonders and dangers of the desert, from its scorching days to its freezing nights, and the unique cultures that thrive in this unforgiving environment.

Embracing the Desert’s Enigma

In the Enchanted Skies anthology, the Barū’s story set in the Great Sands is a celebration of the resilience and adaptability of life. It’s a tale that intertwines magic, survival, and how relationships can change over time. It’s set against the backdrop of one of nature’s most challenging environments. As Barudragon and Karynne journey through this land, they remind us that even in the harshest conditions, magic and hope can flourish. 🐉✨🏜️

About Enchanted Skies and The Blue Dragon’s Quest

Enchanted Skies is the 4^th in a series of charity anthologies supporting environmental causes. All proceeds from this anthology will be donated in perpetuity to the Red Cross in support of hurricane relief.

Description

High-flying adventure, magical mayhem, and new horizons are in the air.

Take to the stormy skies on the backs of dragons or the ancient thunderbirds. In this clean fantasy anthology, you’ll soar into fantastic realms and meet creatures drawn from myth and legend. A hippogriff, Pegasus, harpies, and so much more.

Inspired by tales from around the world, these short stories will propel you into adventures of murder, mystery, and vengeance. These award-winning, bestselling, and emerging authors will lift and inspire you and leave you wishing you had wings of your own.

Fans of Rick Riordan’s Percy Jackson & The Olympians series and Neil Gaiman’s Norse Mythology will adore this collection, where every encounter is a battle for survival and a test of wills.