Dalynia: Nature's Slaughter

By Adrian Juhl

With Magistrate Marcus leading his men as they tried to repel the attackers of his beloved Aazronians, their exhaustion was apparent. Their magic diminished as they weakened through fatigue – the abomination army was strong, but the Aazronians needed to be stronger. As the Magistrate called on the Medallion of Justice around his neck to intensify, it lit up – his Storm Wizard magic was now at its strongest; the arc of electricity which raced through the air headed in the several directions it was needed, doing the necessary eliminations amongst gratifying explosions.

As the Wizard Legion rallied around one another, they fought on – they were desperate to protect the portal for as long as they were able. Suddenly Marcus received a mind message from Gwin – they were to return; the portal was to be opened. Marcus led his Legion toward the safety of the Druids – but would they be successful? Would there be more lives lost on their journey?

Reviewed by Goodreads. 4 stars.

"This short story was very enjoyable – a fast paced, action packed piece of writing with lots of creatures, wizards and magic interspersed – a quick and easy read. I have no hesitation in recommending it to lovers of scifi and fantasy." -Brenda

• Language: English
• Publisher: Adrian Juhl
• Release date: Oct 7, 2014
• ISBN: 9781311268310

Adrian Juhl

Adrian Juhl is a writer of fantasy fiction based in Coomera, Australia. He is currently working on a series of free, short stories in the lead up to the release of his novels.Adrian started writing in 2013. He keeps the reader's attention with continual action, and ever-evolving plot twists that can be discussed and debated within the family.His Drift World's free short stories will conclude with the final short story, 'Marcus' that delves further into the Aazronian leader. This prequel answers many fan letters and questions about the Drift Worlds universe.

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Dalynia - Nature's Slaughter

Copyright © 2014 by Adrian L Juhl

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Adrian L Juhl

Cover art by Adam Juhl

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Table of Contents

Glossary of Names

Chapter One

Chapter Two

Chapter Three

Chapter Four

Chapter Five

Chapter Six

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Glossary of Names

Aazronia (Az-row-nee-ah)

Archamon (Ark-ah-mon)

Cravius (Cray-vee-us)

Dalynia (Dal-lin-nee-ah)

Darius (Dare-ee-us)

Gaiana (Guy-ah-na)

Leticia (Let-ish-ah)

Namorn (Nah-morn)

Thedrimos (Thed-rim-moss)

Mayrin (May-rin)

Rheea (Ree-ah)

Whetu (Feh-too)

Zemerela (Zem-are-ella)

Chapter 1

Hold your ground, men! shouted Magistrate Marcus, leader of the Aazronians.

You heard the man! bellowed the Ice Wizard Captain, Thedrimos, as the assault from the abomination army continued.

An avalanche of ferocious creatures descended the hill, hurtling into the earthen barricades. The crack of lightning resounded around them and fireballs rained death from the sky. From beneath Thedrimos, a beetle-shaped monstrosity broke through the ground. With its armored head protruding from the hole, its mandible lashed out with a savagery that surprised the men. Thedrimos leapt to his left, grabbing the Fire Wizard beside him, but it was too late. Blood-curdling screams filled the air as the abomination's vice-like grip trapped the Fire Wizard.

Thedrimos drew his sword and struck with all his strength, but the creature ignored it, instead opening its jaws to reveal a small stinger that shot out