Hereafter

BLAKE PUDDING - Book 1 - Chapter 5 - Satisfying Symphony

My brilliant plan to storm the monster sanctuary of Ockpool for some serious level grinding turned out to be a complete flop. But hey, it wasn’t a complete waste of time. Turns out, these so-called monsters were more human than I anticipated. I mean, I swear I even spotted a few humans among them. Sure, they had their souls tied to a Dungeon Core, which automatically branded them as monsters ...

1ST DRAFT - BLAKE PUDDING - Book 2 - Chapter 8 - Proclamation

Kaida stifled an internal sigh, meticulously considering the ramifications of the pact her invaluable research specimen had struck with the pseudo-elf pudding—arguably humanoid, but such entities were exceedingly rare on Yaddith. From a scientific standpoint, the shapeshifting female entity could provide a wealth of data for her ongoing studies, Kaida theorized. However, the concept of thieve...

1ST DRAFT - BLAKE PUDDING - Book 2 - Chapter 7 - Nacelles!

My mind was blown – the little gnome I stumbled upon was from Earth! What were the chances of such a random encounter? Unless, of course, dear mother had a hand in it. And yet, why would she want me to cross paths with Lenny – no, sorry, Nikola. As I gazed at his innocent, childlike face, I couldn’t help but feel both repulsed and intrigued. He didn’t seem special in any way – I mean,...

BLAKE PUDDING - Book 1 - Chapter 4 - Monster Sanctuary

I found myself in a delightfully bizarre situation. It hadn’t even been an hour since my rebirth, and I was already deep in some freaky dungeon, following a goblin child with more warts than a toad’s backside to a monster sanctuary. And to top it off, I’ve already offed a ghoul, a succubus, and a handful of spiders. Their flesh was delectable, but nothing compared to the random girl’s c...

1ST DRAFT - BLAKE PUDDING - Book 2 - Chapter 6 - Skelepede Express

My fingers danced across the surface of the centipede-like exoskeleton, fascinatingly tracing the outlines of its massive chitin plates. The thought of what this creature must’ve tasted like in its living days had me salivating. As intriguing as the exoskeleton was, the true peculiarity lay within its gaping maw, which revealed a glimpse of seats nestled within. The undead creature’s rib ca...

1ST DRAFT - BLAKE PUDDING - Book 2 - Chapter 5 - Follow the Yellow Brick Sewer

Had Lady Aurelia been rebirthed as a leveler, Olin would have retained his prestigious status as a distinguished vampire. Yet, fate had other plans, and his life took a wicked turn. Two centuries had passed since Lord Demidicus, enraged by Olin’s failure, cursed him to the loathsome existence as a ghoul. To the Grand Elder, Olin’s groundbreaking discovery of an entirely new plane beyond the...

BLAKE PUDDING - Book 1 - Chapter 3 - My Rivals

“Pssst!”

I spun around, trying to locate the source of the voice. It sounded like it was coming from inside my head, which wasn’t exactly a new experience for me. But this was different. This voice had a sense of urgency to it. Who the hell just pssst me?

And then I remembered. [Thermalsense]. As the skill activated, I glanced around, searching for an...

1ST DRAFT - BLAKE PUDDING - Book 2 - Chapter 4 - Snakeskin Ensemble

Dragging the unconscious rat lady back to her home was a chore. Well, at least it wasn’t for me. I sauntered behind Olin at a leisurely pace, enjoying the sight of him struggling under the weight of his new wife. Faelwen, was it? This was a chore for him, but it was a delightful stroll for me. The horde of tiny, horrified onlookers didn’t escape my attention. Their curious terrifie...

1ST DRAFT - BLAKE PUDDING - Book 2 - Chapter 3 - Indigestion

In a delirious whirl, I swirled and twirled, arms flung wide as though to capture the heavens themselves. Beneath this ruse, I masked the anguish of my soul, an abyss left by the absence of my beloved Aurelia. How long has it been since I last held her? Time had slipped away, leaving me adrift during my brief afterlife with my mother. Nonetheless, I spun and hummed, my sinister grin un...

BLACK PUDDING - Book 1 - Chapter 2 - It’s Polymorphing Time!

Ah, the sweet satisfaction! I was not daunted as we plummeted down the hole into the infinite darkness that swallowed us whole. Nope, instead, I clung tightly to my quarry. My corrosive form enveloped Niamh’s head, and her frantic clawing for release proved fruitless. Her dissolving fingers had become bony stumps, and a wicked delight twisted within me. It wouldn’t be long until th...

UPDATE

Hey there, my lovelies!

Okay, let me level with you guys - I thought I had the Book 1, Chapter 2 rewrite in the bag on Saturday. But wouldn't you know it, I ended up spending all of Sunday obsessing over it and making little tweaks here and there until my eyes crossed. And of course, that meant I had to go back and give Chapter 1 some extra lovin' to keep everything in sync.

2023-04-24 03:08:51 +0000 UTC View Post

BLACK PUDDING - Book 2 - Chapter 2 - The Rat Lich

As I trailed behind the rat-man, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of suspicion toward him. He led me out of the chamber of my newest respawn point, but something in his demeanor made me feel like he was hiding something. Nevertheless, my attention was drawn to my dimensional storage space, Stellar Void. It was like a treasure trove of horrors, and I couldn’t wait to see what was inside. Wit...

UPDATE

My dearest, darling fiends,

Ah, at last, the sweet taste of a way forward has stirred my imagination, gushing forth like a tempestuous, blood-red waterfall. Through the torment of a faltering beginning for Book 2 and life's cruel blows, I have lagged, oh, how I have lagged—and for that, I beg your indulgence, your forgiveness. Regrettably, as I've stumbled a...

BLACK PUDDING - Book 2 - Chapter 1 - Nightmare Awakens

As mine bewitching dream doth wane,

Dark pleasures and beauty stake their claim.

Swathed in fiendish glee, dread I relish,

The divine quail, their fates I embellish.

In this cryptic realm, macabre delights bind,

I skulk with my shadowed indulgences, nightmares unwind....

2023-04-19 23:19:14 +0000 UTC View Post

BLAKE PUDDING - Book 1 - Chapter 1 - Spiders & Acid

As twilight nears and breath turns thin,

My eyes glimpse visions ere life’s end.

In that brief moment, I dreamt, aghast,

Of a realm of wonder unsurpassed.

In this world of pure delight,

Magic weaves dreams in the fading light.

Where reality b...

2023-04-18 23:04:46 +0000 UTC View Post

BLACK PUDDING - BOOK 1 - REWRITE ROADMAP

As I continue to make changes to the story, I realize that some of my decisions may not be popular among my patrons. I want to apologize for any disappointment or frustration that these changes may cause, but at the same time, I want to thank you for sticking with me on this journey. I understand that I may be taking the series in a different direction than what you originally signed up for, an...

Arcane Requiem - Prologue

Anger and fear were the fleeting sensations of mortals. And yet, those very same emotions washed over Asherah in her last moments. She was the Goddess of Light, now reduced to a frightened mortal. Asherah found herself bound and shackled alongside her brethren, four other deities, powerful gods of their own domains, being bled out of their divine essences like sacrificial lambs. Her spark faded...

Dreams of Requiem - CHAPTER 1 - The Beginning Of The End

“911, what’s your emergency?”

A tsunami of screaming and crying reverberated into the dispatcher’s ear. It was a symphony of horror that smothered all hope as if it were the end of days. Despite the wailing and shrieking, a singular soul-shattering sob of a pleading child stood above all.

“P-Please, help… The monsters t-took my mommy!”

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Possible Solution – UPDATE

Unfortunately, my aunt just passed away, and I'll be flying back home to be with my family. Although the next several days may be hectic, I want to let you know that I'm doing my best to handle everything. I'll have my laptop with me, and I'll try my best to keep writing whenever I can. However, I don't want to set unrealistic expectations, so I won't make promises that I may not be able to kee...

A Heavy Heart: News Update and Seeking Guidance

Hello,

With a heavy heart, I bring you some updates and a quandary I'm grappling with. I feel the need to share my thoughts with you and seek your insight on the matter.

Upon the unveiling of the initial chapters of Black Pudding on RR and SH, my Patreon witnessed a considerable upswing, welcoming 4 to 6 new subscribers each week. Regrettably, the past three weeks have seen a great ...

SECOND TOME, CHAPTER 2 – Undead Eunuch

[Ava] As we trailed behind the rat-man, Razzle, who led us out of the chamber of our respawn, Blake and I exchanged glances, silently acknowledging our shared suspicion of the creature’s concealed intentions. However, my attention was drawn to Blake, who delved into the depths of Stellar Void. Though we both remembered there was a technique to retrieve our desired items from this ethereal sto...

Update

Hello everyone,

The first chapter of book 2 has me feeling excited and anxious as I've experimented with a new approach, for me, by alternating back and forth between the viewpoints and storytelling of Ava and Blake.

Your feedback would be greatly valued, as your opinions genuinely matter to me.

Oh, and on a side note, does anyone know the difference between Patreon Po...