Drabble Story Arc #2: Seek and Avenge

In Your Path Another Guard

A chapter of a ‘choose your own’ story — drabble edition.

This is a ‘choose your own’ fiction story, “drabble edition”. The whole thing begins with ‘The Burned Village’. If you want, head back to the previous chapter, ‘Merchants’ Guild’ or ‘Demands for Answers’. And find out how to contribute to the ongoing story here.

Taking a decision, you depart Okoom’s chamber and head out to the corridor. Another guard stands by the main stair. “I need your help,” you plead quietly.

“I’m saying nothing,” they reply.

“But my family has been kidnapped, taken by orcs…”

They hesitate… an eyelid flickers. Then they lean closer. “Try the members’ bar on the top floor.” They gesture to the staircase. “Ask your questions, then get outta here.”

“Thanks,” you say, relieved. “Anyone in particular I should speak to?”

The guard gives you a long, careful look. Then, even quieter, they say: “An old elven merchant called Piquantia.”

Continue.

This is a collaborative story, with each part (not including choices and blurb) written in a 100-word drabble.