Adventures in Time, Space, Life and Death
“All-Ksa, what in the name of the Void do you think you are doing?” Teekay hissed as he and members of the K-Class walked their leader down the hallway. “We literally just got word from the Arbiters, the elite Rethavok security and military force, that these Temthans plan on trying to kill you if they … Read more
“We all agree, yes? We need to do something, before they destroy our home…” The circle of Ksithanai all sat down in unison. Each individual was dressed in ceremonial coloured robes, wearing leather armour on top. There were five Raptors in total, one Kinotark for each district of Planet Portalia. The neutral world, home to … Read more
Elkay had asked to be left alone, but clearly whoever was at the door was ignoring that order. Ever since the… event… Elkay had been keeping to himself, letting his Vice General do anything that required face to face activities. The calls from the media and from… angrier Rethavok to reveal everything about himself were … Read more
“Elkay, my best of allies, my humble friend, can we please talk?” The High General had been staring out of the window all morning. Journalists were outside, desperate to ask questions, desperate for news. King Ver had been watching him as he constantly sighed and rolled his eyes. “About yesterday, I assume.” “Well… yes.” Ver … Read more
The bullet floated in mid air, hovering a metre and a half above the ground, vibrating awkwardly. Two metres away from the bullet’s tip was its intended victim, who was unsure whether he was alive or not. “C-could you all get down please?” The victim blinked once, then twice, then laid down on the ground, … Read more
“So. You are pregnant.” “I… I… I thought so…” “So. You are not pregnant.” “These things are not always completely accurate.” “No, they are not.” “I am not interrupting, am I?” Retvik glanced out of the window. Outside were two Vahla, members of the Vohran Elite, marching up and down. They looked oddly cute and … Read more
The ship landed awkwardly on a very small landing pad designed for alien ships with legs and wings made out of bone. Nearby was the entrance to Vohran Nest 3730, surrounded by large spikes and doors constructed from muscle and sinew. All Vohran technology and architecture was like this, a mess of organic and bio-engineered … Read more
“You’re vibrating…” Retvik muttered. “I know…” Psiksi sighed. “Kass keeps on messaging me…” “Tell him you are busy, then silence your communicator.” “Why?” “Retvik thinks it’s unprofessional!” Elksia butted in. “We’re going to meet a… who are we meeting again?” Retvik rolled his eyes, then tapped on a monitor. “We are meeting the Vahla of … Read more
It had been three months since he’d left. Not only had he broken her heart, but he’d also taken half her money and any valuable belongings she had. Stephanie felt not just betrayed, but embarrassed. How had she not realised what a monster he was? Why had she not worked it out until now? Why … Read more
“Once upon a time, there was a beautiful forest where the King and Queen of the Pixies lived…” “A forest? On Earth? Since when were they pretty?” Frost glared at Ember as the four of them sat around the fire. Saryn had wanted to go to Iron Wake to drop off some Syndicate medallions rather … Read more
“Ah, Hunters! I am so glad that you have decided to assist me with my experiments!” The golden face of Simaris bounced around in front of Frost, really getting into his personal space. The Cephalon was always the sort to get too close, but today he was pushing it. “Yeah, yeah. We’re here to do … Read more
“Well that was not a friendly welcome!” The creature struggled, then stopped, realising that nothing would budge him. Black, inky chains tugged at his arms and legs, pulling them tight. More chains around his neck and stomach kept him from moving at all. “I was hoping for a hello or something!” It was obvious what … Read more
“What’s going on, Talok?” Nineteen Vahla gathered around their temporary new boss. As leader of the Vahla, Talok was next in line when it came to running Vohra Nest 3730. But this was an unnatural situation for all involved. Normally, whenever a queen died, a new one would be sent within twenty four hours, especially … Read more
“Hello? Assista? We need help! Our queen has-” “Please state Nest Arith and Data.” “Vohra Nest 3730, Mining Facil. We need help imm-” “Please hold while I put you through to the correct department.” “Uh…” “Assista 796 for Mining Facils speaking. Who is this?” “Vahla Leader Talok. We nee-” “What is your issue?” “Our queen … Read more
I always thought people were exaggerating when they said there’s always a weird, freakish regular customer. Surely it couldn’t be that bad. Maybe they were just awkward or something. People get shy, you know? Well, I was wrong. I’ve been running this little bar on the edge of the tourist area for six months now, … Read more