Mar 21 2010

Hand of the Gods

X. K. Lai
I wasn’t actually born into the priesthood. I was born to evil. Continue reading

Mar 21 2010

Ariaine – Rewrite

X. K. Lai

To look at us, one would assume I was the one who was ultimately weak, broken. Continue reading


Mar 17 2010

Through the wicked wild she creeps

X. K. Lai

Long ago, on the edge of Whisperwood Forest Continue reading


Mar 16 2010

Uusu

X. K. Lai

Kaeme looked over at the little girl, playing in the corner. Continue reading


Mar 16 2010

Ariaine

X. K. Lai

I remember. How could I forget? It was burned into my skin. Continue reading


Mar 10 2010

Ghost-Twister’s Son

X. K. Lai

Just one more piece, my love, and you’ll be perfect. Continue reading


Mar 10 2010

Of the Dream Children

X. K. Lai

Before Midnight, the shadows breathe, patient as a wolf.
A mischievous child giggles at the monster.
Ghosts wait for those who see their dreams.
Demons and nightmares stay their hand.
Before Midnight, I watch with bated breath as your mind opens to me. You’re in my world now.

I have a name, but my words are enough for you to know me. Continue reading


Mar 10 2010

Imbufue – Language of the Skingrifters – Finale

X. K. Lai

1. The Dance – Verbs Continue reading


Mar 10 2010

Imbufue – Language of the Shapeshifters – Part V

X. K. Lai

1. Back And Forth We Go
I cheated a little and glanced at the list earlier. One or two words caught my eye, and they inspired my choice for the ending -ufu (skintwister), and the name of the language and people, Imbufue. Continue reading


Mar 10 2010

Imbufue – Language of the Skingrifters – Part IV

X. K. Lai

1. Name Thy Language, Name Thyself Continue reading