A wizard deceased, an outlaw, a poet songstress, and a one-armed warrior monk become our eyes and ears as we encounter stirrings of events hinting at something larger.  The centerpiece in this collection speaks of an unexpected challenge.  An archery contest wherein past and present collides, and characters are shaped by deed.  A final honing which perchance will set the stage for renewed hope and a trust that those who stand together can defeat any enemy, no matter how daunting.

There’s a reason for these stories. They never happen on their own, or for no purpose. As well you know, legends and myths survive to serve our needs, to help and guide us, and perhaps to best explain the otherwise unknowable. Many lessons can be found here.