Rugo's Quest (Book) http://www.Writing.Com/main/books.php/item_id/774241-Rugos-Quest The apprentice awoke, quivering in the darkness as his mind raced with the dreams that had lingered with him the past few nights. This day would end in darkness as well. War drums beat inside his ears, making his head throb. His eyes ached from the wicked visions embodied in his dreams. Death, cruelty, and destruction manifested in living forms and vivid...[Read Full Post] Wed, 17 Jun 2009 20:46:57 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/264913 The small stones of the rugged path crunched under Rugo’s feet as he walked. The quiet chattering of animals and the rustling of the trees were broken only by the sound of his entrance into the forest. Spring proudly showed off her brilliant green garb and flowery ornaments of white, yellow and blue in the brightness of the day’s sun through ...[Read Full Post] Thu, 07 Dec 2006 14:38:14 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/264903 Days had passed since the celebration feast, but the horror of the events that had taken place still remained in the hearts of all the villagers. They had cleared the square of the tables and chairs, and in their place they had erected a stone bier for Marton’s funeral pyre. Some of the banners and decorations from the celebration still remained, s...[Read Full Post] Tue, 15 Jan 2008 18:18:23 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/264906 Rugo didn’t know for how long he had been out. Opening his eyes, he noticed that his sight hadn’t completely returned, though he could tell by the faint glow that it was morning. He had no recollection of the preceding night, but scenes flickered in his memory like when one wakes from a dream. Three massive forms, larger than steer, with t...[Read Full Post] Sun, 26 Mar 2006 00:32:42 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/264907 The nearest town was still a half day’s walk ahead of them. As Rugo and his friends finally approached the outer walls, they relished in the thought of a meal and of being able to sit. Landon would be able to get his wounds dressed and his clothes mended as well. Rugo thought it quite odd that there were no guards about patrolling the walls, esp...[Read Full Post] Mon, 05 Jul 2004 19:56:35 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/264908 The sun hung low in the western sky, painting the clouds purple with red and orange bottoms. Rugo used the location of the setting sun to determine that they were indeed traveling south. Night was coming on fast, and the sky was darkening quickly. He didn’t want to travel by night, for he didn’t want to lose the path after dark. They would be...[Read Full Post] Sun, 26 Mar 2006 22:03:24 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/264910 The southern half of the wood seemed deeper and strangely livelier than the forest Rugo was used to. The grass and trees were more common, though some ash still remained on the ground. Fortunately, the fire to the north had little effect on the area here, which was somewhat of a comfort. However, it didn’t make the place any less threatening. In...[Read Full Post] Tue, 15 Jan 2008 16:15:38 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/265039 “How do you suppose we get in?” Landon said as he circled the rock for the third time. There were no doors or openings, and both he and Rugo had run their hands over the surface to check for secret finger holes. The only part left overlooked was the top, which was out of all their reach by ten or more feet. Cerine’s eyes lit up. &#82...[Read Full Post] Fri, 23 Jan 2004 20:29:27 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/265210 “Why is this place called the Forbidden Pass?” Landon’s inquiry broke the monotony of the silence and footsteps as they walked onward. Taan claimed that he had only been through the Forbidden Pass a few times with Felraic, but to Cerine he seemed to know a lot more about it than he would be merely assuming. She glanced over at Rugo t...[Read Full Post] Thu, 12 Apr 2007 19:12:21 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/266443 Landon’s stomach grumbled. “I wish there was some food in this infernal place. If Lamnos himself were to offer me a bite to eat, I’m so hungry, I’d accept.” “Don’t say such things!” Cerine scolded him. “I don’t think you’d want any of his food anyway, Landon,” Rugo said. &#8220...[Read Full Post] Sun, 04 Jul 2004 16:28:25 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/267198 While it took but a moment for the rat to make its attack, it felt like time had become drawn out. It latched onto Cerine’s leg, yellow drool dripping from its mouth and running down her thigh. She kicked several times in attempt to shake the beast, but it held onto her tightly. The rat opened its mouth to take a bite, but just as the fangs touc...[Read Full Post] Thu, 12 Apr 2007 20:15:08 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/267517 Rugo’s jaw dropped as he came to realize how Taan knew so much about Sumandir and Lamnos’ business. Yet he didn’t understand what Akkon had meant about putting them with Felraic. “What’s happening up there, Rugo?” Cerine whispered from below. He joined Cerine and Landon at the foot of the stairs in the entry hall...[Read Full Post] Sun, 04 Jul 2004 16:06:02 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/268420 Cerine flashed Rugo a look that he took to mean that he shouldn’t believe the old man’s words. He raised his hand, his lips forming the words “Let him speak” without making a sound, and turned to Felraic to listen to his account. “When Lamnos first arrived in Amarest, he was only a child, no more than ten years old. One o...[Read Full Post] Thu, 12 Apr 2007 20:44:52 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/270182 Rugo didn’t really want to leave Alanna there alone in the cell. While he still felt the strange attraction to her, it was more than that. She had been locked up for many years already, and leaving her again didn’t feel right. However, she seemed intent on doing so, remaining where she was now with closed eyes. “Come on, Rugo. There&...[Read Full Post] Tue, 22 Jun 2004 17:08:08 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/272439 Rugo shook his head and warded off the thoughts and visions in his mind. He was able to see within the void once again. While it was still total darkness, thin white lines were now visible, indicating the shape of the void to be a cube. If such was the case, Rugo thought as he looked harder at the borders of his dark prison, maybe there was a way he coul...[Read Full Post] Tue, 15 Jan 2008 16:17:03 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/294510 Author's note: The following chapter is not yet finished. I have jumped forward in time and still have to go back to fill in the gaps. Landon reached out a trembling hand and placed it on the surface of the mirror. It was cold, and his fingers tingled at the immediate touch. The longer he held his hand there, hoping he could pass through th...[Read Full Post] Thu, 17 Jan 2008 22:06:19 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/297116 Author's note: The following chapter is not yet finished. I have jumped forward in time and still have to go back to fill in the gaps. The dragon stared at Rugo now with a different look in its eyes. The fire that had burned within them was gone, and the dragon seemed rather sad than anything. Rugo approached cautiously, as to not refuel th...[Read Full Post] Thu, 17 Jan 2008 22:06:53 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/412451