Children of the Nameless - Magic Story Novella
yellowmine for Tacenda
Fifteen year old Tacenda is one of the twin guardians of Verlasen. She and her sister Willia were blessed and cursed by the Bog, the eldritch god of the forest. She is blind when the sun is up, but in exchange she can sing beautiful, powerful songs. In particular, her Song of Warding inflicts pain on and drives off evil creatures - be they demon, vampire, werewolf or others. Her village has been attacked and she's the only one left who can save them. Tacenda is clever, inquisitive, and compassionate. She'll do anything to bring her village back. Throughout the story she ponders destiny and whether or not it's real.
“It’s a powerful relic. Given to us by the Nameless Angel herself!” [feeling defensive and protective]
“So what did Verlasen Village do to offend you? Were your socks made too tight? Did one of the apples have a worm? What insignificant offense caused you to finally notice us?” [incensed]
“Seems to me that it’s basically impossible to choose for yourself. I mean...if I do what Davriel says, how is that any different from doing what my village tells me? That’s not independence. It’s just choosing a different influence.”
