Pat's Tales

Part One             Far above the mountain peaks of Vallian, a mysterious man resides. Alone in the quiet night, he secludes himself from the world beneath him. Meditating at the edge of the mountain listening down upon the world— he listens to the whispers of the winds. The voices, they speak to him. “Behind you” a voice whispers.             Behind the man, a shadowy figure lunges towards him with a long blade. But quickly, the man vanishes within the blink of an eye— appearing behind the shadowy figure. The man is able to intercept and disarm the shadowy figure grabbing the shadowy figure holding them off the cliff edge of the mountain. “Who are you?” asking, his voice hoarse.             The shadowy figure, hidden by a hooded cloak looked at the man. The figure’s face concealed, but its head looked straight at the man holding him. Star...

  Prologue             For centuries, the world of Gaiya have lived in peace since the exodus of the Stars. But with new generations born, they question their devotions and beliefs to the Stars. Now, without the aid of the Stars, the creatures of Gaiya are forging their own path in the world. Some paths have led to preserving the world, while others have led to bringing domination upon it. The world of Gaiya will soon forever change as those who have chosen to protect Gaiya will need to defend it from the oncoming threat. A long forgotten creature thought to have been kept buried in the past, erased from history, has finally returned. A selfish, ruthless sorceress who once tormented Gaiya has been freed from her prison. Now, she seeks to exact her vengeance on the world of Gaiya and anyone who stands in her way. For not only has she gathered followers within the dark witches, but she has allied herself with the dark riders and their leader. An ar...

            Within the depths of the ocean, a mysterious creature lurks the south seas and lands of Gaiya. Naamsa, the elusive Abyssal swims through the seas and glides through the land of Kaiden. A serpent like salamander creature that lures its prey with the glowing luminescent stripes on its body. Naamsa is a blind creature, but with the help of one of its ability to sense the slightest pressure or movement around it, Naamsa is a foe not to be unguarded from.             Naamsa is physically the longest of the four riders and second largest, extending more than people could see. It is unknown whether the creature has a gender, some people have come to believe it is genderless. Naamsa rest below in the abyss of the Reaping Sea where no land creatures can reach. Only it’s rider is capable of venturing so far below the depths. Dromina, Naamsa’s rider, an Ouros and a siren lives in the seas together. ...

            In the skies and lands within the east of Gaiya, there is a creature that rips through the skies. Soaring without a sound to be heard. Aris the heavenly Skyripper guards the skies and lands of Vallian and Maldorian. Aris is a unique rider, one that does not have a partner. Alone he protects Gaiya. Aris believes no one is capable to keep up with his speed or harness his abilities.             Stubborn and narcissist, he is the fastest and intelligent of the four riders. It is unknown where Aris came from— some say he is a gift sent from the Stars to watch Gaiya since he is the only one of his kind. Even though he may think highly of himself, he has a good heart. Aris abilities allows him to control the winds and manipulate light, making him a difficult foe to stop. With his golden wings he wears, it allows him to further increase his speed and glide through the skies. Alone, he is Aris, Ri...

            To the west of Gaiya, in the barren lands of Eroden, the Westrider roams. Mulgaan, the living mountain, born from the molten core of Gaiya protects the creatures and people that resides in Mokanni. He is the largest of the four riders and considerably the most dangerous. Not only is he a mountain, but also a walking volcano.             Mulgaan’s ability allows him to secrete and erupt lava from his body, making him a difficult foe to get near. Only a powerful rider is capable of becoming Mulgaan’s partner. A rider who is able to withstand the heat and powers of Mulgaan. Tonik, Mulgaan’s rider and companion is the only one capable of riding the creature. Tonik is also the most physically strongest and largest of the other three riders. His unique ability to manipulate lava allows him to withstand the intense heat of Mulgaan’s body. Together they are Mul’Ton, Rider of the West.  ...

Within the frozen tundras north of Gaiya, a fearsome creature roams. Along with its partner. Together, they ride the northern lands of Kolde—a land filled with snowy mountains, frozen biomes, and crystal lakes. Glailia, the ferocious Cyrosauras, stands tall at twenty-eight feet— her skin embedded with glimmering ice crystals. Her pale reptilian like body makes her capable to camouflage within her environment. Her pearly razer teeth are sharp enough to impale and shred any foe. She is a terrifying creature, but she is also a gentle creature. To wherever she may roam, she summons a blizzard—allowing her to shield herself from outside eyes and pounce on unsuspecting prey. Kole, Glailia’s rider, her partner and companion treads through the harsh land together with Glailia. Together they are Glail’Kol, Rider of the North. Glail’Kol is the smallest of the four riders, but along with Kole and her abilities, she is a ferocious foe. Though she may look like a fearsome creature, she i...