A man looks around a record shop, looking for some of the old hits on vinyl. He passes right by the newest presses, heading straight to the retro section of …
Pity.
A young man sought to prove himself worthy, and began to climb the nearest mountain. The trek was arduous, made more challenging because of a light snowfall covering it…but climbed …
For Want.
A group prepares for war, gathering an army of the best men they can find. These are the strongest, the bravest, the wisest to serve their leader. Each man plays …
Critical Hit.
Some of the greatest games in the world involve a combination of skill, strategy, and sheer luck. The perfect game can be found at the intersection of the three…and it …
Control.
Chess, at its core, is a simple game. One gameboard, sixty-four squares, and sixteen pieces for a player to control. Each piece has a unique pattern of movement, all with …
Homewrecker.
A couple has been married for quite some time, and now find themselves in dire straits. When they exchanged vows, they made it clear they would stay by each other …
Prism.
Even in science, there is a sense of art. Something studied for its pure, empirical insight still has room for something to be admired. To be loved. Consider, for a …
Signed In Blood.
What does a man do when he’s all out of options? When he’s at the end of his rope? He strikes a deal with the devil. A bargain that puts …
Instinct.
All animals thrive on instinct. And perhaps the most curiously instinctual creature of all is the lemming. A small rodent that chooses to remain active year-round with no hibernation, and …
Circle.
A man comes into his developing years aiming to fulfill his purpose in this world. No longer is he a boy, a mere child seeking simple pleasures and following every whim. Instead, …