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@charliedeltawrites.bsky.socialOct 17, 2026, 5:12 AM

October 17th – suit

Av’ry and Fox are being detained. But their captors don’t seem to know them well.

#DawnsBlood

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“It is simply for protection.” “Yours or ours?” “It can easily be both, can’t it? I am sure you didn’t expect us to take your story at face value. But it is being taken seriously. As proof, the royal advisor will be here shortly. In the meantime, you will be taken to the camp and supervised until a determination has been made. I trust this will be satisfactory?” “I assume it will have to be.” Fox handed over her knife, which was currently her only weapon. Av’ry followed suit. “Thank you for your cooperation.” The captain nodded. They mounted and followed their escort back towards the camp. Av’ry leaned closer to her. “They only sent 7 people, and they took your knife?” He wisely avoided explaining why he was incredulous about that. “Come on, Ave. Miki is smart enough not to volunteer any… unnecessary information.” “Oh.” He considered that for a moment and cast a furtive glance at the soldiers around them. “No need for us to volunteer it either.” Truthfully, she preferred people not know what she was, for more reasons than one. “Right?”
W✨#WIPSnips✨ A Daily Writing Share Tag@wipsnips.bsky.socialOct 17, 2026, 5:11 AM

The #WIPSnips word for October 17th is "suit" #WriteSky #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts

WIPSnips a bluesky writing community tag October 17 - suit Share a line from your WIP with the daily word for inspiration Use #WIPSnips. Don't forget Alt Text for graphics Synonyms, variation and vibes are fine. Support others on the #WIPSnips tag! Hosted by rosie-j-potter.bsky.social The image behind the text is a border that is dark blue with gold stars with a black background with neon blue border. An illustrated caticorn holding a pencil and writing in a book with a rose behind one ear is in the lower right corner. A different version of the same illustrated caticorn is curled up writing in the lower left corner
@charliedeltawrites.bsky.socialOct 16, 2026, 5:14 AM

October 16th – dazzle

Things are getting…climactic up here on the mountain.

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Av’ry clapped her on the shoulder. “Good luck, Fox. We’ll be waiting for you on the other side.” “Do me a favor,” Mikiva added on her way out. “Kick the bastard in the teeth for me, will you?” Fox laughed in spite of herself. “I’ll do my best.” Leaving her in the chamber, they stepped out into the dazzling morning light. Av’ry held up a hand to shield his face from the blowing snow, then glanced back at Mikiva, who was testing the edge of a knife with her thumb. “Ready to do this?” he asked. “Of course.” She grinned. “After all, this is the easy part.” “Maybe even the fun part.” Av’ry agreed. “I’m certainly looking forward to dropping a piece of a mountain on the prick.” “Even if it won’t really do anything to him?” “Still cathartic.” He shrugged. Mikiva nodded thoughtfully, and together they crouched at the edge of the cliff to wait.
W✨#WIPSnips✨ A Daily Writing Share Tag@wipsnips.bsky.socialOct 16, 2026, 5:11 AM

The #WIPSnips word for October 16th is "dazzle" Even better if it's "razzle dazzle" haha #WriteSky #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts

WIPSnips a bluesky writing community tag October 16 - dazzle Share a line from your WIP with the daily word for inspiration Use #WIPSnips. Don't forget Alt Text for graphics Synonyms, variation and vibes are fine. Support others on the #WIPSnips tag! Hosted by rosie-j-potter.bsky.social The image behind the text is a border that is dark blue with gold stars with a black background with neon blue border. An illustrated caticorn holding a pencil and writing in a book with a rose behind one ear is in the lower right corner. A different version of the same illustrated caticorn is curled up writing in the lower left corner
@charliedeltawrites.bsky.socialOct 15, 2026, 5:12 AM

October 15th – pass

Fox has a new friend! Or, at least, it would very much like to be her new friend!

#DawnsBlood

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Fox raised an eyebrow. “That is quite the sales pitch, demon. I bet you’ve been working on that one for a long time, haven’t you? Did he know that you planned to betray him, when he sent you here?” “I can’t imagine how he could.” It replied. “Well, at least you are loyal.” She rolled her eyes. “Our relationship never involved loyalty. We used each other, because it was mutually beneficial. He would betray me just as quickly, if it served him.” “But our arrangement would be strictly advantageous to me, of course.” “Of course. It is best for both of us that way.” “Until it isn’t.” The demon didn’t respond to that. “I do appreciate the offer, but I think I will pass on the possession and inevitable betrayal,” Fox said. “Thanks anyway.” “You might want to reconsider, given that the alternative is death. You can’t fight me and win. You know that.” “Maybe not. But then again, I don’t actually plan to fight you.”
@charliedeltawrites.bsky.socialOct 14, 2026, 5:12 AM

October 14th – territory

Picking up on K’allon and T’orrin’s argument from the other day!

T’orrin taking command is new to both of them, they are still working some things out.

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K’allon raised an eyebrow. “And if I refuse?” “I’ll make it an order, if I have too.” T’orrin kept his tone light, but unyielding. He didn’t want to command his closest friend to do anything. But he also couldn’t let the two of them get into a fight over this in enemy territory, in front of people they were trying to impress. It was his job to make a final decision on things, precisely so that didn’t happen. And he had decided. K’allon threw up his hands. “Now is not the time for you to start thinking with your…” “K’al.” T’orrin didn’t raise his voice, but his tone sharpened considerably. “Enough.” He took a deep breath. “I know this new dynamic is…awkward. For both of us. But you wanted this. Insisted on it, in fact. And I am doing the best I can, but you need to trust my judgement.” K’allon rubbed his hands over his face. “I do trust you, but this…” “I know. It sounds crazy to me, too. But she knows her limits better than we do. She wouldn’t endanger us or our cause needlessly. If she says she can do this, we need to let her.” “Alright, T’or. You are right, I won’t say anything,” K’allon hesitated, eyes drifting to the ground. “And, I’m sorry. I was out of line.”
@charliedeltawrites.bsky.socialOct 13, 2026, 5:12 AM

October 13th – blue

Av’ry gets to visit the hot springs!

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It had an otherworldly quality to it, wreathed in fog infused with a strange blue glow. Av’ry blinked owlishly, reaching a hand out to touch the localized cloud that they had wandered into. He took a brief mental inventory of how much he had had to drink. Plenty, but not enough to explain this. Alessa pushed him inside and shut the door. “Don’t just stand and gawk. You’ll let all the steam out.” “What is this?” He gawked anyway. “My favorite place.” She smiled. “It’s a natural hot springs.” That certainly explained the heat. “Why is everything glowing?” “Bioluminescent moss.” She brushed her hand over one wall, bringing it away covered in the same glow. “Wow.” He couldn’t even see the springs through the mist. “It’s beautiful. Gives the stars a run for their money.” Alessa smiled, pleased by his reaction. “And it’s not just pretty to look at. It feels amazing, too. Wait until you get in.” “Oh, we are going for a dip?” “Of course! You can’t appreciate a hot spring standing dry on the side.”
@charliedeltawrites.bsky.socialOct 13, 2026, 5:04 AM

#LitHodgepodge 13

A significant portion of #DawnsBlood takes place in ruins, tunnels, or some combination.

The ruins are places of decay and loss. They demonstrate the death of a fallen civilization, gone long before the time of the story.

But they are also places of mystery and discovery. 🧵

@charliedeltawrites.bsky.socialOct 11, 2026, 5:12 AM

October 11th – cousin

Nik is pretty sure this will all work out fine.

No one else seems to share her confidence…

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“What do you mean?” “I mean he defected only a few days ago. He probably knows the people they are sending after us. This could be a trap, and even if it isn’t, he could still betray us. You really aren’t concerned?” “Relax, Rinne,” Nik clapped her on the shoulder. “He is on our side. The Hierophant confirmed it.” “And he would know, would he?” Rinne folded her arms. “He seems to be a good judge of people; it has kept his own group safe for years.” “I am concerned that you are placing too much faith in his judgement.” “You are just paranoid because you have been talking to your cousin. J’ossu is sometimes a bit overcautious.” “And perhaps you are sometimes less cautious than you should be,” Rinne countered. “Fair enough. How about this: we can compromise.” “You’ll send him back?” “No, that isn’t a compromise. He’s here, we might as well see where his loyalties lie. You’ll just have to keep an eye on him.” “I was already doing that.” “Well then, what’s the problem?”
@charliedeltawrites.bsky.socialOct 10, 2026, 5:12 AM

October 10th – fuzzy

Fox might have almost died. Just a little.

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Besides, thinking was somewhat beyond her, at the moment. Her head throbbed. Actually, her entire body throbbed, her head was just the worst offender. Fox tried to sit up, but couldn’t quite muster the strength to do so, so instead she sank back onto the bed with a groan. There was a scrape of chair legs on stone and a moment later Av’ry appeared at the bars, a stern-faced guard shadowing his steps. “You’re finally awake! You really had me worried this time, Fox,” he said. “I’m not dead, then?” she croaked. “I wasn’t certain.” “Not quite. Though it was a close thing.” She could tell. Heavy-duty healing left a mark, and she had been subjected to it often enough to recognize the familiar ache. Not just the mending of a trifling wound, either. Someone with skill had reached into her every vein, power burning through her like a wildfire. It wasn’t an experience she would ever recommend. It was better than being dead, but only by the slimmest of margins. If you had a low pain tolerance, it could easily tip the other way. “What exactly happened? I’m a little fuzzy on the details.”
@charliedeltawrites.bsky.socialOct 9, 2026, 5:12 AM

October 9th – raid

Nik has always a small hubris problem.

But, is K’allon right to be concerned?

#DawnsBlood

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“I’m being absurd? She just told me she plans to raid this camp alone. That is absurd. Two dozen bandits, maybe more. Hostages. What is she thinking?” “We’ve seen her handle groups of people before.” “Nowhere near this many. And most of those times she barely made it out herself. If those hostages die because she is trying to show off…” “A smaller group will be better for stealth,” T’orrin tried again. “And if anything goes wrong?” K’allon argued. “This is a terrible plan.” Just then, T’orrin saw the first curls of smoke rising from the camp. “You probably should have brought this up before now,” he observed. “We’re here.” “I didn’t know the plan before now. You need to call this off. Send for reinforcements.” T’orrin hesitated, but only for a moment. “I trust her to handle this.” “Well, I’m going to go talk to her. Tell her to reconsider.” “K’al,” T’orrin called him back. “I’m asking you to stand down on this.” K’allon raised an eyebrow. “And if I refuse?”
@charliedeltawrites.bsky.socialOct 8, 2026, 5:12 AM

October 8th – lizard

Fox might be in a bit of a tight spot, here. But the truth can only make it worse.

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“Isn’t this much better?” R’allick returned his full attention to her. “Just the two of us?” “Oh, much. But it would be even better without these,” Fox raised her shackled wrists with a small smile. “No, no my dear. I insist that you keep the jewelry on. Consider it a gift.” A cool, lizard’s smile beamed back at her. “Come now. Surely someone as powerful as you isn’t threatened by me?” she wheedled. “Threatened? No. But I really love this carpet, and I would hate to get any of your blood on it, should you have any funny ideas.” “What makes you think I would try anything?” she replied, all innocence. “I hear that you have been taking an unguided tour of my temple.” “Oh, that was a misunderstanding. I just got a little lost.” Fox knew that there was no chance of him believing that, but an interrogation was like any other negotiation: you had to hold some things back, so that you had something to yield later on. “And the guard you tied up?” “That wasn’t me. I have no idea how that happened.”
@charliedeltawrites.bsky.socialOct 7, 2026, 5:12 AM

October 7th – comparison

Nik has plans to bring back some traditions from her old life!

K’allon is a bit nervous about it.

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“Fun, maybe, but is this really a good idea?” K’allon fell in step behind them. “This is a fantastic idea.” Nik shot him a wicked smile. “If you say so. Doesn’t really seem in line with the whole discipline thing you were going on about just now.” “I meant every word of that. But if you expect your people to work hard, you’ve got to give them a chance to blow off a little steam, too.” “This how you did it back in the day?” “Nah…” “I didn’t think so.” K’allon smirked. “No, this is going to be pretty tame in comparison.” Nik laughed in response. “But there is a limit to what we have access to, out here. We’ll just have to make do.” K’allon shook his head, ruefully. “So, what I am hearing is that all soldiers are as reckless as you?” “Only the good ones.” She winked and jogged ahead to catch up with her crew. S’immi moved to follow, but K’allon grabbed his shoulder and pulled him back. “Hold on just a second, friend. You want to tell me why I didn’t know anything about this? It is a little embarrassing, given my position. And yours.”
@charliedeltawrites.bsky.socialOct 6, 2026, 5:13 AM

October 6th – rice

The bandit leader has kindly invited his new hostages for dinner!

Nik has some thoughts on his true abilities.

#DawnsBlood

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“Come now. I may be outranked by present company, I’m not a chief or a prince, but I’m also not stupid.” Nik scoffed. “A bandit leader with no weapon, no scars, with soft, uncalloused hands? Possible, I suppose, if you left the dirty work to your men. But I saw the way they spoke to you; they respect you, and they wouldn’t if you were the man I just described. The only conclusion left is that you don’t wield a weapon because you don’t need one. Am I wrong?” D’orril chuckled softly. “No, I’ll admit that you aren’t. Perhaps I should be more careful, carry a weapon, at least for show. Wouldn’t want the queen to find out and decide that I am worth her attention. I don’t fancy being drained dry and stuck in her tower.” “Can’t say I blame you for that,” Nik muttered. “Either way, you can see why I recognized his highness here. I served the crown for a long time, in their army.” “I am still surprised that you recognize me. It was years ago, and I was much younger.” T’orrin replied. “Weren’t we all, highness?” D’orril shrugged. The tent flap swung open and one of the bandits carried in a platter of roasted meat, cheese-covered bread, rice, and fruit. “Ah, our food is here. Excellent. Just set that down on the table.”
@charliedeltawrites.bsky.socialOct 5, 2026, 10:06 PM

For #DawnsBlood the main villain is angry about betrayal and frustrated with people. He has no faith they will not ruin the world, left to their own devices.

The secondary villain just wants what she is owed, what she worked hard for, and doesn't want to see a newcomer promoted ahead of her.

@charliedeltawrites.bsky.socialOct 5, 2026, 5:12 AM

October 5th – wall

This prison break is going well!

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“Well, as much as I would enjoy that,” the hooded figure replied. “I am afraid we are all out of time for today. I really do need to be going.” “You aren’t going anywhere, little girl,” he snarled. “I hate to break this to you, but that really isn’t up to you.” She shrugged. “And don’t call me ‘little girl.’” As the mage raised his hand to strike, Av’ry suddenly groaned and clutched the sides of his head. Before Mikiva could ask what was wrong, the woman in black waved her hand, throwing the guard into the stone wall like a ragdoll. He slid to the floor, unconscious. Mikiva’s jaw dropped. “What in the Void just happened?” “She’s a mage!” Av’ry groaned. “How did I miss that?” “More importantly, why did she wait so long to use it?” As Mikiva spoke a loud, screeching wail arose from deep within the fort. “That’s why,” Av’ry shouted over the deafening roar. “They have a Sensitive here. Any use of foreign magic and he sets off alarms all over the base. Every soldier and mage in the place will be here any moment. We’re screwed.”
@charliedeltawrites.bsky.socialOct 4, 2026, 5:14 AM

October 4th – contract

I don’t post parts with Jade often, but weirdly this is two back-to-back this week!

Mikiva might know the man currently trying to kill them from her old life.

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Mikiva tore off the loose hood. Her eyes widened and she quickly moved around in front of the man to get a better look, stepping into his line of vision for the first time. “Gods, Mikiva?” the man blurted. “Seems like you’ve managed to keep your retirement interesting. What are you doing here, with a fugitive from Esrasea?” “I take it you two have met?” Jade raised an eyebrow. “You could say that. As R’all here was just far too transparent about,” Mikiva shot him a withering glare, “we were once in the same line of work. Which means these are assassins. Azure Scorpions, to be more specific. This many men…someone is laying out some serious coin for you, Jade.” “And for the death of anyone who stands in our way,” R’all added. “You know your status grants you no immunity.” “Of course I do.” She rolled her eyes. “I’ve done my share of contracts involving former members.” “So, you know that we will still have to kill you.” “I know you can try.” Mikiva smiled. “But if you are the best they sent, I am not too worried.” R’all glowered at her but said nothing.
@charliedeltawrites.bsky.socialOct 3, 2026, 5:12 AM

October 3rd – petal

Jade is alone in the woods. Sort of.

It isn't living up to her expectations, so far.

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The sun shone through the forest canopy, painting the mossy ground with dappled light. Jade had been walking for some time now, and she had not come across another living thing. Not a bird, not a squirrel, nothing. The perfect silence was both unsettling and unnatural. She didn’t have time for this. Since walking didn’t seem to be getting her anywhere, Jade decided to stop for a moment, resting on a rock next to a small creek. Dangling her feet in the water, she noted that it was completely crystal clear; not even a petal or twig marred the surface. This place was more like a painting of a forest then a real one. She had to admit to a certain disappointment in herself. “Come on,” Jade muttered to no one in particular. “Is this the best you can do? Where is the attention to detail?” Hearing a rustling behind her, she reached for the sword on her belt. After a tense moment, a small green frog hopped out of the reeds, landing at her feet. It stared at her with its red eyes for a moment, then croaked defiantly and plunged into the creek, stirring up silt from the bottom. “That’s much better,” Jade approved. “Let’s keep that up.”
@charliedeltawrites.bsky.socialOct 2, 2026, 6:17 AM

October 2nd – dent

Fox had a difficult night. And she isn’t too happy with the souvenir.

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She woke to a crick in her neck and a stabbing pain in her spine. Rolling over, Fox plucked the rock from the dent it had furrowed into her back. She felt terrible, which wasn’t entirely surprising. What was strange was the fact that the worst pain seemed to be coming from her right hand. Opening her palm she found the source, a deep burn in the shape of a demonic symbol. She studied it for a moment, trying to figure out how that was even possible. It had to be because demonic tokens crossed the boundaries of existence. It was a real object that transitioned to a dream. Apparently, at some point during its destruction, it had transitioned back. Fox rubbed her hand gently. It was probably going to scar like that. Lovely. “You’re finally up.” Fox started, looking over to find Av’ry seated nearby, watching her. He held out a mug of water, which she accepted gratefully. “You look awful,” she noted.
@charliedeltawrites.bsky.socialOct 2, 2026, 4:29 AM

From #DawnsBlood, Fox and Av'ry are on the Great British Bake Off!

Everyone is trying to be very kind an supportive, but Fox has set the kitchen on fire twice now.

Av'ry brought a fire extinguisher! 🔥

@charliedeltawrites.bsky.socialOct 1, 2026, 4:32 AM

#LitHodgepodge 1

Hi, I'm Charlie! 👋

I write fantasy of various types! I am currently working on #AnthropomorphicNovel, an urban fantasy, and #DawnsBlood, an epic fantasy! (Slowly!)

Looking forward to learning more about everyone this month! ❤️

Literary This or That xPAPERBACK – HARDCOVER xSERIES – STANDALONE TEARS – xLAUGHS xCOFFEE – TEA xHERO – VILLAIN xCHARACTER-DRIVEN – PLOT-DRIVEN xCOMPUTER – PEN & PAPER xSWEET – SALTY xSILENCE – SOUNDTRACK xBOOKMARK – DOG-EAR PLOTTER – xPANTSER LUSH – xMINIMALIST xVOMIT DRAFT – SLOW CRAFT MORNING – xMIDNIGHT
@charliedeltawrites.bsky.socialSep 30, 2026, 5:12 AM

September 30th – guard

Conveniently, this picks up pretty much where yesterday left off!

They probably should have just left the barefoot and hooded woman alone…

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“Don’t be stupid.” Se’ul rolled his eyes. “We need to go.” M’iol sighed. “Very well. You’re no fun, you know that?” Turning back to the girl one last time, he bent down and looked into her eyes. “Still, it’s a shame. Pretty thing like this, just going to rot in that tower for the rest of her life.” At that, the woman leaned forward, ever so slightly, so that her lips touched his. The guard seemed pleasantly surprised for a moment, returning the kiss willingly, but then it turned into something else. She wrapped her arms around his neck, holding him fast as he began to struggle, trying to pull away. T’orrin watched, too stunned to even react, as the man’s struggle weakened and finally stopped. M’iol slumped against her, and she stepped back, letting him fall to the floor. Se’ul shook himself and took a step towards the woman, drawing his blade. She turned and raised her hand, waving it almost dismissively. A flash of light arced between them, and the guard dropped to the ground. She strolled over to the fallen man, pulled him up, and placed her mouth over his. This time, T’orrin didn’t mistake it for a kiss. It was closer to a bite, like she was consuming something, drawing it out of him.
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