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Leiland Goldwell

@leilandgoldwell.bsky.social

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Author, Gamer, Part-time YouTuber. I write primarily fantasy books that seek to explore deeper themes and topics through epic narratives.

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Leiland Goldwell @leilandgoldwell.bsky.social · Jul 2

An updated post for all my book links:
Sunseeker: books2read.com/u/4XkzXL
Truthseeker: books2read.com/u/mgnVGx
Prideseeker: books2read.com/u/bPkWRY
Bloodseeker: books2read.com/u/4XMnZa

Leiland Goldwell @leilandgoldwell.bsky.social · 24m

I found this post over on tumblr and thought I should share. While I'm vehemently against AI-generated content, this user does make some valid points about how attempting to ban it outright may backfire in the long-term. Just something to be aware of.

www.tumblr.com/allthingswhu...

Post by @allthingswhumpyandangsty

💬 0 🔁 1576 ❤️ 3054 · "Do you think AO3 should ban AI generated works?" · Thought I should make a separate post regarding this debate too. Well, in theory, it may sound ideal. But in reality? No.…

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Leiland Goldwell @leilandgoldwell.bsky.social · 3h

Tonight's work music: Zoltraak from Frieran. Definitely fits high-energy scenes.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=k4EQ...

Frieren OST — Zoltraak Extended Ver.

YouTube video by Snowlight

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Leiland Goldwell @leilandgoldwell.bsky.social · 11h

Additionally, there are certain parties who actually want to fulfill the prophecy of Pou's destruction, taking it upon themselves to stand in our heroes' way and stall for time. To learn more about them and their reasons for doing so, well... You might have to read the book.

Leiland Goldwell @leilandgoldwell.bsky.social · 11h

#PlotTober
I suppose you could say that the main antagonist of Fateseekers is really the prophecy itself; the foretelling of calamity that will spell the doom of Pou and everything Haru and Fuyu know and love. Various warning signs appear throughout the story that indicate how time is running out...

Ange @gunsmile.bsky.social · 23h

#PlotTober Day 12: Antagonists

Answer the prompt on the card by quoting this post. Remember, answering a prompt is always optional. Even if you don't share it publicly, I hope the prompt encourages you to think about it privately.

#WritingCommunity #WritingPrompt #WriteSky

#PlotTober - a WIP plotting game by @gunsmile.bsky.social

12. What could you use to represent obstacles that try to stop the main character(s) from achieving their goals and from growing into the person they could potentially be? Consider other characters, forces of nature, difficult circumstances, etc.

Remember: Use the #PlotTober hashtag, engage with others, and have fun!

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Leiland Goldwell @leilandgoldwell.bsky.social · 1d

The two are largely hindered by their own backgrounds and experiences, more than anything...

Leiland Goldwell @leilandgoldwell.bsky.social · 1d

#PlotTober So, I won't go super in depth here at the risk of spoiling things, but if you've kept up with the last few posts, the answer should be fairly obvious. Haru needs to learn to be proactive in his decision-making, while Fuyu could stand to trust others' judgement more.

Ange @gunsmile.bsky.social · 1d

#PlotTober Day 11: MC growth & change

Answer the prompt on the card by quoting this post. Remember, answering a prompt is always optional. Even if you don't share it publicly, I hope the prompt encourages you to think about it privately.

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#PlotTober - a WIP plotting game by @gunsmile.bsky.social

11. What are some possible ways your main character(s) could grow and change over the course of the story? On the other hand, what are some ways their growth could be hindered?

Remember: Use the #PlotTober hashtag, engage with others, and have fun!

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Leiland Goldwell @leilandgoldwell.bsky.social · 1d

I managed to finish proofing Book 5 of the Seeker Saga last night!

Still gotta format it, but Haru and Fuyu should be ready to make their grand debut sometime this December!

Leiland Goldwell @leilandgoldwell.bsky.social · 2d

Love the art style for this one!

Leiland Goldwell @leilandgoldwell.bsky.social · 2d

Sunseeker: books2read.com/u/4XkzXL
Truthseeker: books2read.com/u/mgnVGx
Prideseeker: books2read.com/u/bPkWRY
Bloodseeker: books2read.com/u/4XMnZa
#BookSky 📚💙

Leiland Goldwell @leilandgoldwell.bsky.social · Jul 6

#BookSky 📚💙

Jump into Theryl, a world of gods and monsters protected across the ages by the heroic Seekers!

Featuring: Epic YA Fantasy, a queernormative world, intricate worldbuilding, mythological inspirations, no set reading order and deep philosophical themes.

Leiland Goldwell @leilandgoldwell.bsky.social · 2d

#PlotTober
I don't want to get too into here actually, as it involves minor spoilers, but let's just say Fuyu and Haru have... Complicated relations with their families. Haru saw the consequences of one his parents being too free-spirited, while Fuyu's were more controlling...

Ange @gunsmile.bsky.social · 2d

#PlotTober Day 10: MC backstory & traumas

Answer the prompt on the card by quoting this post. Remember, answering a prompt is always optional. Even if you don't share it publicly, I hope the prompt encourages you to think about it privately.

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#PlotTober - a WIP plotting game by @gunsmile.bsky.social

10. What are some potential backstory or contextual reasons for your main character(s) having this kind of personality or behaving this way? In other words, what could have caused them to be the person they are at the start of your WIP?

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Leiland Goldwell @leilandgoldwell.bsky.social · 2d

Even the TMNT started from somewhere.

Leiland Goldwell @leilandgoldwell.bsky.social · 3d

Sunseeker: books2read.com/u/4XkzXL
Truthseeker: books2read.com/u/mgnVGx
Prideseeker: books2read.com/u/bPkWRY
Bloodseeker: books2read.com/u/4XMnZa
#BookSky 📚💙

Leiland Goldwell @leilandgoldwell.bsky.social · Jul 6

#BookSky 📚💙

Leiland Goldwell @leilandgoldwell.bsky.social · 3d

For some reason that just makes me think of this...

a screenshot of a video game with the words we do a little bit of trolling at the top

ALT: a screenshot of a video game with the words we do a little bit of trolling at the top

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Leiland Goldwell @leilandgoldwell.bsky.social · 3d

That's like saying: "Well, we may as well all just start doing drugs because they're there."

Leiland Goldwell @leilandgoldwell.bsky.social · 3d

Needless to say, both protagonists of Fateseekers can wind up being their own worst enemies at times. Thankfully they have some good friends to help them out, but we may get the rest of the cast later on...

Leiland Goldwell @leilandgoldwell.bsky.social · 3d

#PlotTober
Haru tends to be very contemplative, non-confrontational, and overall more introverted, which means that he's less prone to speak his mind or go against the grain. Fuyu is loud, aggressive, and cocky, leading her to rush into situations and dismiss others' advice or opinions.

Ange @gunsmile.bsky.social · 3d

#PlotTober Day 9: MC personality & behaviors

Answer the prompt on the card by quoting this post. Remember, answering a prompt is always optional. Even if you don't share it publicly, I hope the prompt encourages you to think about it privately.

#WritingCommunity #WritingPrompt #WriteSky

#PlotTober - a WIP plotting game by @gunsmile.bsky.social

9. What are some personality traits and behaviors, both positive and negative, that you think would suit your main character(s)? How do these traits affect your main character's goals and motivations?

Remember: Use the #PlotTober hashtag, engage with others, and have fun!

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Leiland Goldwell @leilandgoldwell.bsky.social · 4d

Oh LMAO

Yeah, no, not quite, but Haru and Fuyu's names were definitely deliberately chosen.

Leiland Goldwell @leilandgoldwell.bsky.social · 4d

Full disclaimer: I haven't really watched/read FairyTale so this reference was somewhat lost on me.

I will say that the antagonists of Fateseekers definitely have their own complicated dynamic going on...

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Leiland Goldwell @leilandgoldwell.bsky.social · 4d

Fuyu, by contrast, is more often her own worst enemy; her reckless and hot-headed nature stop her from ever being much more than a sword-for-hire, when she once had the opportunity to seize a far more prestigious position...

Leiland Goldwell @leilandgoldwell.bsky.social · 4d

#PlotTober
Haru's ambition is actually to become a scholar/researcher, but a mix of trauma, self-doubt and obligation mean that he's more prone to follow the paths that others set for him.

Ange @gunsmile.bsky.social · 4d

#PlotTober Day 8: Conflicts for the MC

Answer the prompt on the card by quoting this post. Remember, answering a prompt is always optional. Even if you don't share it publicly, I hope the prompt encourages you to think about it privately.

#WritingCommunity #WritingPrompt #WriteSky

#PlotTober - a WIP plotting game by @gunsmile.bsky.social

8. What are some potential reasons the main character(s) haven't, couldn't, and/or can't pursue these goals yet? Consider other characters, backstory events, circumstances, environmental factors, etc.

Remember: Use the #PlotTober hashtag, engage with others, and have fun!

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Leiland Goldwell @leilandgoldwell.bsky.social · 4d

Vashamala is little more than a passive observer now, but legends speak of a time when the god took the battlefield himself. With Cenicas in hand, he singlehandedly felled into arms and reduced strongholds to ash. Now, he awaits the day when a foe worthy of his blade appears once again...

Leiland Goldwell @leilandgoldwell.bsky.social · 4d

#WorldbuildingWednesday
Vashamala is Theryl's god of fire and war. He dictates the rules of combat and what is or is not acceptable during warfare. To enforce this law, he wields the Holy Arm Cenicas: a smoldering sword that can incinerate anything it cleaves.

Reposted by Leiland Goldwell

Author Gabriel Garcia @authorgabegarcia.bsky.social · 5d

🎉 Exciting Announcement, everyone! 🎉 I’m thrilled to share that all three of my books are now available on Amazon in Kindle format! If you haven’t snagged your copy yet, now is the perfect time to dive in! Happy reading! 📚✨

amazon.com/stores/Gabriel-Garcia/author/B0FV52WSGY??

Leiland Goldwell @leilandgoldwell.bsky.social · 5d

Fuyu, by contrast, is very defiant by nature. She does what she wants on her own terms. To say that Fuyu struggles with authority would be an understatement. Ironically, it's her own strong-willed personality that leads her to taking up her quest in the first place...

Leiland Goldwell @leilandgoldwell.bsky.social · 5d

#PlotTober
Well, it's like I said yesterday: Haru feels obligated to try and save his homeland because it was prophesized he would. He feels the weight of everyone's expectations upon him and does what he's expected to, even if Haru would rather pursue other interest...

Ange @gunsmile.bsky.social · 5d

#PlotTober Day 7: Main character motivations

Answer the prompt on the card by quoting this post. Remember, answering a prompt is always optional. Even if you don't share it publicly, I hope the prompt encourages you to think about it privately.

#WritingCommunity #WritingPrompt #WriteSky

#PlotTober - a WIP plotting game by @gunsmile.bsky.social

7. Now that you've come up with some goals for your main character, ask yourself: why do they care? What are some potential motivations for pursuing these goals, even against their better judgment or self-interest?

Remember: Use the #PlotTober hashtag, engage with others, and have fun!

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