L. Cyrus Whelchel
@lcyruswhelchel.bsky.social
🖋️ Librarian & Fantasy Author || Worldbuilder || Chaotic Library Wizard || Level 37 Gamer
- Current WIP: Ballad's End (Faumen War Chronicles 3)
I write books, play tons of RPGs, & gush about cats.
🔗: https://linktr.ee/lcyruswhelchel
- Current WIP: Ballad's End (Faumen War Chronicles 3)
I write books, play tons of RPGs, & gush about cats.
🔗: https://linktr.ee/lcyruswhelchel
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Welcome to #CreativesConcourse, a new weekly thread for creatives of all types to share their work!
Today's theme: Names! Who's the most recent OC you've named, & is there any deep significance? Artists, you may share an OC you recently did a comm of!
My answer is below🔽
Today's theme: Names! Who's the most recent OC you've named, & is there any deep significance? Artists, you may share an OC you recently did a comm of!
My answer is below🔽
Technically, Kai’s true legal name is Kaigo Travaldi, though he rarely ever uses his full name.
He also goes by the epithet Gravebane, the Brand bestowed to him by the Grand Duchess upon being named a member of the illustrious Exarch Knights.
He also goes by the epithet Gravebane, the Brand bestowed to him by the Grand Duchess upon being named a member of the illustrious Exarch Knights.
December 10, 2025 at 1:13 AM
Technically, Kai’s true legal name is Kaigo Travaldi, though he rarely ever uses his full name.
He also goes by the epithet Gravebane, the Brand bestowed to him by the Grand Duchess upon being named a member of the illustrious Exarch Knights.
He also goes by the epithet Gravebane, the Brand bestowed to him by the Grand Duchess upon being named a member of the illustrious Exarch Knights.
For this week's #CreativesConcourse, we look at character jobs!
What is your MC's job and do they actually enjoy what they do? What about their job attracts them to it? As always, my answer is below! ⬇️
What is your MC's job and do they actually enjoy what they do? What about their job attracts them to it? As always, my answer is below! ⬇️
December 9, 2025 at 7:42 PM
For this week's #CreativesConcourse, we look at character jobs!
What is your MC's job and do they actually enjoy what they do? What about their job attracts them to it? As always, my answer is below! ⬇️
What is your MC's job and do they actually enjoy what they do? What about their job attracts them to it? As always, my answer is below! ⬇️
#AwesomeCharacters
Of all my OCs, Osvald is probably the most likely to push himself past his limits.
While many Norzen can use plant magic, Osvald is a bit of an outcast for his ability to wield fire. After meeting Veldi, he pushes himself hard to better control it out of a desire to protect her.
Of all my OCs, Osvald is probably the most likely to push himself past his limits.
While many Norzen can use plant magic, Osvald is a bit of an outcast for his ability to wield fire. After meeting Veldi, he pushes himself hard to better control it out of a desire to protect her.
Tell me more about your #AwesomeCharacters
How is your character at knowing their limits?
Do they understand their flaws and work around them? Push through to their detriment? Completely overestimate themselves?
Do they improve or get worse in time?
#WriteSky #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts
How is your character at knowing their limits?
Do they understand their flaws and work around them? Push through to their detriment? Completely overestimate themselves?
Do they improve or get worse in time?
#WriteSky #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts
December 9, 2025 at 7:04 PM
#AwesomeCharacters
Of all my OCs, Osvald is probably the most likely to push himself past his limits.
While many Norzen can use plant magic, Osvald is a bit of an outcast for his ability to wield fire. After meeting Veldi, he pushes himself hard to better control it out of a desire to protect her.
Of all my OCs, Osvald is probably the most likely to push himself past his limits.
While many Norzen can use plant magic, Osvald is a bit of an outcast for his ability to wield fire. After meeting Veldi, he pushes himself hard to better control it out of a desire to protect her.
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 9
Reproductive rights vary greatly depending on the realm. More progressive nations like Livoria have very lenient laws on issues like abortion, the only legal requirement being that women should be medically cleared by an apothecary before treatment.
Reproductive rights vary greatly depending on the realm. More progressive nations like Livoria have very lenient laws on issues like abortion, the only legal requirement being that women should be medically cleared by an apothecary before treatment.
December 9, 2025 at 6:34 PM
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 9
Reproductive rights vary greatly depending on the realm. More progressive nations like Livoria have very lenient laws on issues like abortion, the only legal requirement being that women should be medically cleared by an apothecary before treatment.
Reproductive rights vary greatly depending on the realm. More progressive nations like Livoria have very lenient laws on issues like abortion, the only legal requirement being that women should be medically cleared by an apothecary before treatment.
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 9
I'd have to go with Santa on this one. As much as I love the lore surrounding Krampus, I do prefer Santa's wholesome energy during the holiday season.
I'd have to go with Santa on this one. As much as I love the lore surrounding Krampus, I do prefer Santa's wholesome energy during the holiday season.
December 9, 2025 at 6:12 PM
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 9
I'd have to go with Santa on this one. As much as I love the lore surrounding Krampus, I do prefer Santa's wholesome energy during the holiday season.
I'd have to go with Santa on this one. As much as I love the lore surrounding Krampus, I do prefer Santa's wholesome energy during the holiday season.
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 8
Most realms have single family units, though it's growing more common for these to include polycule groupings.
While it's not *rare*, per se, for there be multiple generations in a home, it's not common as most homes include parents & children only.
Most realms have single family units, though it's growing more common for these to include polycule groupings.
While it's not *rare*, per se, for there be multiple generations in a home, it's not common as most homes include parents & children only.
December 8, 2025 at 7:44 PM
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 8
Most realms have single family units, though it's growing more common for these to include polycule groupings.
While it's not *rare*, per se, for there be multiple generations in a home, it's not common as most homes include parents & children only.
Most realms have single family units, though it's growing more common for these to include polycule groupings.
While it's not *rare*, per se, for there be multiple generations in a home, it's not common as most homes include parents & children only.
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 8
The Faumen War Chronicles takes place over an entire year, with each book taking place during a different season:
Oaths of Life and Death - Autumn
Conquering Shadows - Spring
Ballad's End - Summer
The Faumen War Chronicles takes place over an entire year, with each book taking place during a different season:
Oaths of Life and Death - Autumn
Conquering Shadows - Spring
Ballad's End - Summer
December 8, 2025 at 7:07 PM
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 8
The Faumen War Chronicles takes place over an entire year, with each book taking place during a different season:
Oaths of Life and Death - Autumn
Conquering Shadows - Spring
Ballad's End - Summer
The Faumen War Chronicles takes place over an entire year, with each book taking place during a different season:
Oaths of Life and Death - Autumn
Conquering Shadows - Spring
Ballad's End - Summer
Movie you've watched more than six time with a gif. Hard mode: no Stars (either War or Trek), LOTR, or Marvel.
December 8, 2025 at 5:42 AM
Movie you've watched more than six time with a gif. Hard mode: no Stars (either War or Trek), LOTR, or Marvel.
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 7
Astronomy is a highly respected profession in Nixtral. In fact, 2 of my OCs are in the field!
Veldi's baby sister Cordelia is a new astronomer doing extended study at the Citadel. Lysander of BWA studies the stars as part of his work as a navigator.
Astronomy is a highly respected profession in Nixtral. In fact, 2 of my OCs are in the field!
Veldi's baby sister Cordelia is a new astronomer doing extended study at the Citadel. Lysander of BWA studies the stars as part of his work as a navigator.
December 7, 2025 at 8:11 PM
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 7
Astronomy is a highly respected profession in Nixtral. In fact, 2 of my OCs are in the field!
Veldi's baby sister Cordelia is a new astronomer doing extended study at the Citadel. Lysander of BWA studies the stars as part of his work as a navigator.
Astronomy is a highly respected profession in Nixtral. In fact, 2 of my OCs are in the field!
Veldi's baby sister Cordelia is a new astronomer doing extended study at the Citadel. Lysander of BWA studies the stars as part of his work as a navigator.
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 7
Most of the FWC crew would be on the nice list. Admittedly, Morgan & Teos would be the most likely to straddle the line: The former due to his penchant for mischievous pranks & the latter for his past work as a smuggler and pirate.
Most of the FWC crew would be on the nice list. Admittedly, Morgan & Teos would be the most likely to straddle the line: The former due to his penchant for mischievous pranks & the latter for his past work as a smuggler and pirate.
December 7, 2025 at 7:58 PM
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 7
Most of the FWC crew would be on the nice list. Admittedly, Morgan & Teos would be the most likely to straddle the line: The former due to his penchant for mischievous pranks & the latter for his past work as a smuggler and pirate.
Most of the FWC crew would be on the nice list. Admittedly, Morgan & Teos would be the most likely to straddle the line: The former due to his penchant for mischievous pranks & the latter for his past work as a smuggler and pirate.
🔴ATTENTION🔴
Do you like grizzled, older MCs? Epic tales of adventure w/ intrigue around every corner? You're in luck!
I'm seeking some beta readers for my 97K-word quest fantasy, The Garden of Levot. The story's blurb & moodboard are below🔽
Comment or DM if interested!
Do you like grizzled, older MCs? Epic tales of adventure w/ intrigue around every corner? You're in luck!
I'm seeking some beta readers for my 97K-word quest fantasy, The Garden of Levot. The story's blurb & moodboard are below🔽
Comment or DM if interested!
December 7, 2025 at 12:52 AM
🔴ATTENTION🔴
Do you like grizzled, older MCs? Epic tales of adventure w/ intrigue around every corner? You're in luck!
I'm seeking some beta readers for my 97K-word quest fantasy, The Garden of Levot. The story's blurb & moodboard are below🔽
Comment or DM if interested!
Do you like grizzled, older MCs? Epic tales of adventure w/ intrigue around every corner? You're in luck!
I'm seeking some beta readers for my 97K-word quest fantasy, The Garden of Levot. The story's blurb & moodboard are below🔽
Comment or DM if interested!
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 6
Today’s snippet comes from early on in Ballad’s End, where Fusette hosts an assembly where she has big, ambitious plans!
What could those plans be? Read the series to find out!
Today’s snippet comes from early on in Ballad’s End, where Fusette hosts an assembly where she has big, ambitious plans!
What could those plans be? Read the series to find out!
December 6, 2025 at 6:50 PM
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 6
Today’s snippet comes from early on in Ballad’s End, where Fusette hosts an assembly where she has big, ambitious plans!
What could those plans be? Read the series to find out!
Today’s snippet comes from early on in Ballad’s End, where Fusette hosts an assembly where she has big, ambitious plans!
What could those plans be? Read the series to find out!
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 6
It’s not touched on much but many large mammals like nobletusk bison often have a symbiotic relationship w/ ground mice.
The bison’s fur provides a warm, safe haven for the mice, who repay the favor by eating the flies & ticks that bother the bison.
It’s not touched on much but many large mammals like nobletusk bison often have a symbiotic relationship w/ ground mice.
The bison’s fur provides a warm, safe haven for the mice, who repay the favor by eating the flies & ticks that bother the bison.
December 6, 2025 at 2:38 PM
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 6
It’s not touched on much but many large mammals like nobletusk bison often have a symbiotic relationship w/ ground mice.
The bison’s fur provides a warm, safe haven for the mice, who repay the favor by eating the flies & ticks that bother the bison.
It’s not touched on much but many large mammals like nobletusk bison often have a symbiotic relationship w/ ground mice.
The bison’s fur provides a warm, safe haven for the mice, who repay the favor by eating the flies & ticks that bother the bison.
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 5
The Black Tear Blight is among the most feared diseases in Nixtral. Known as the Realmbreaker, its attempted usage during the Faumen War drives Kai to research the disease in depth. (1/2)
The Black Tear Blight is among the most feared diseases in Nixtral. Known as the Realmbreaker, its attempted usage during the Faumen War drives Kai to research the disease in depth. (1/2)
December 5, 2025 at 3:27 PM
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 5
The Black Tear Blight is among the most feared diseases in Nixtral. Known as the Realmbreaker, its attempted usage during the Faumen War drives Kai to research the disease in depth. (1/2)
The Black Tear Blight is among the most feared diseases in Nixtral. Known as the Realmbreaker, its attempted usage during the Faumen War drives Kai to research the disease in depth. (1/2)
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 5
My go-to holiday movie tradition has always been ‘Mickey’s Christmas Carol.’ It’s my favorite rendition of the classic.
My go-to holiday movie tradition has always been ‘Mickey’s Christmas Carol.’ It’s my favorite rendition of the classic.
December 5, 2025 at 2:35 PM
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 5
My go-to holiday movie tradition has always been ‘Mickey’s Christmas Carol.’ It’s my favorite rendition of the classic.
My go-to holiday movie tradition has always been ‘Mickey’s Christmas Carol.’ It’s my favorite rendition of the classic.
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 5
My go-to holiday movie tradition has always been ‘Mickey’s Christmas Carol.’ It’s my favorite rendition of the classic.
My go-to holiday movie tradition has always been ‘Mickey’s Christmas Carol.’ It’s my favorite rendition of the classic.
December 5, 2025 at 11:49 AM
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 5
My go-to holiday movie tradition has always been ‘Mickey’s Christmas Carol.’ It’s my favorite rendition of the classic.
My go-to holiday movie tradition has always been ‘Mickey’s Christmas Carol.’ It’s my favorite rendition of the classic.
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 4
Scientific development on Nixtral is a bit slower than on Earth. By the time of the Faumen War (AR 1026), the tech is equivalent to early 1900s Earth.
During the events of Fateweaver (AR 1185), the tech has advanced to about the 1970s.
Scientific development on Nixtral is a bit slower than on Earth. By the time of the Faumen War (AR 1026), the tech is equivalent to early 1900s Earth.
During the events of Fateweaver (AR 1185), the tech has advanced to about the 1970s.
December 4, 2025 at 11:36 AM
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 4
Scientific development on Nixtral is a bit slower than on Earth. By the time of the Faumen War (AR 1026), the tech is equivalent to early 1900s Earth.
During the events of Fateweaver (AR 1185), the tech has advanced to about the 1970s.
Scientific development on Nixtral is a bit slower than on Earth. By the time of the Faumen War (AR 1026), the tech is equivalent to early 1900s Earth.
During the events of Fateweaver (AR 1185), the tech has advanced to about the 1970s.
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 3
By their very nature, early apothecaries on Nixtral needed basic chemistry knowledge to mix their elixirs.
Around the AR 1220s, the medical trade splits into apothecaries who serve as doctors/surgeons, & orchemists (what we know as pharmacists).
By their very nature, early apothecaries on Nixtral needed basic chemistry knowledge to mix their elixirs.
Around the AR 1220s, the medical trade splits into apothecaries who serve as doctors/surgeons, & orchemists (what we know as pharmacists).
December 3, 2025 at 7:24 PM
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 3
By their very nature, early apothecaries on Nixtral needed basic chemistry knowledge to mix their elixirs.
Around the AR 1220s, the medical trade splits into apothecaries who serve as doctors/surgeons, & orchemists (what we know as pharmacists).
By their very nature, early apothecaries on Nixtral needed basic chemistry knowledge to mix their elixirs.
Around the AR 1220s, the medical trade splits into apothecaries who serve as doctors/surgeons, & orchemists (what we know as pharmacists).
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 3
My favorite holiday-themed book is probably Six Geese A-Slaying by Donna Andrews. Her cozy mysteries always make me giggle and this one has some especially hilarious scenes.
My favorite holiday-themed book is probably Six Geese A-Slaying by Donna Andrews. Her cozy mysteries always make me giggle and this one has some especially hilarious scenes.
December 3, 2025 at 7:08 PM
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 3
My favorite holiday-themed book is probably Six Geese A-Slaying by Donna Andrews. Her cozy mysteries always make me giggle and this one has some especially hilarious scenes.
My favorite holiday-themed book is probably Six Geese A-Slaying by Donna Andrews. Her cozy mysteries always make me giggle and this one has some especially hilarious scenes.
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 2
This might be a bit of a spoiler for some of Nixtral's hidden lore, but the people both evolved from more primitive lifeforms & yet their evolution was altered by the remnants of a divine being, whose spirit became a certain magical energy...
This might be a bit of a spoiler for some of Nixtral's hidden lore, but the people both evolved from more primitive lifeforms & yet their evolution was altered by the remnants of a divine being, whose spirit became a certain magical energy...
December 2, 2025 at 8:29 PM
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 2
This might be a bit of a spoiler for some of Nixtral's hidden lore, but the people both evolved from more primitive lifeforms & yet their evolution was altered by the remnants of a divine being, whose spirit became a certain magical energy...
This might be a bit of a spoiler for some of Nixtral's hidden lore, but the people both evolved from more primitive lifeforms & yet their evolution was altered by the remnants of a divine being, whose spirit became a certain magical energy...
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 2
Remembrance Day is one of the most widely beloved holidays in Livoria, celebrating the end of the Faumen War.
While there currently is no holiday akin to Christmas on Nixtral, that doesn't mean one can't potentially develop... 😏
Remembrance Day is one of the most widely beloved holidays in Livoria, celebrating the end of the Faumen War.
While there currently is no holiday akin to Christmas on Nixtral, that doesn't mean one can't potentially develop... 😏
December 2, 2025 at 8:20 PM
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 2
Remembrance Day is one of the most widely beloved holidays in Livoria, celebrating the end of the Faumen War.
While there currently is no holiday akin to Christmas on Nixtral, that doesn't mean one can't potentially develop... 😏
Remembrance Day is one of the most widely beloved holidays in Livoria, celebrating the end of the Faumen War.
While there currently is no holiday akin to Christmas on Nixtral, that doesn't mean one can't potentially develop... 😏
#WritingPrompt
In Fateweaver, Amaro serves as Zelora’s main antagonist.
A sly casino owner, Amaro takes his loss to Zelora in a rigged game a bit too personally & sends an army of thugs out to kill her and retrieve the rare coin she won off him.
In Fateweaver, Amaro serves as Zelora’s main antagonist.
A sly casino owner, Amaro takes his loss to Zelora in a rigged game a bit too personally & sends an army of thugs out to kill her and retrieve the rare coin she won off him.
Why is the antagonist of your MC their antagonist? What caused the friction? #WritingPrompt
December 1, 2025 at 8:52 PM
#WritingPrompt
In Fateweaver, Amaro serves as Zelora’s main antagonist.
A sly casino owner, Amaro takes his loss to Zelora in a rigged game a bit too personally & sends an army of thugs out to kill her and retrieve the rare coin she won off him.
In Fateweaver, Amaro serves as Zelora’s main antagonist.
A sly casino owner, Amaro takes his loss to Zelora in a rigged game a bit too personally & sends an army of thugs out to kill her and retrieve the rare coin she won off him.
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 1
Science in Nixtral is a dedicated calling. Technically, scientific pursuits are open to anyone w/ a can-do attitude & an idea.
While Corlati is known for its advanced military, Livoria proves itself the center of scientific innovation (1/2).
Science in Nixtral is a dedicated calling. Technically, scientific pursuits are open to anyone w/ a can-do attitude & an idea.
While Corlati is known for its advanced military, Livoria proves itself the center of scientific innovation (1/2).
December 1, 2025 at 8:11 PM
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 1
Science in Nixtral is a dedicated calling. Technically, scientific pursuits are open to anyone w/ a can-do attitude & an idea.
While Corlati is known for its advanced military, Livoria proves itself the center of scientific innovation (1/2).
Science in Nixtral is a dedicated calling. Technically, scientific pursuits are open to anyone w/ a can-do attitude & an idea.
While Corlati is known for its advanced military, Livoria proves itself the center of scientific innovation (1/2).
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 1
Salutations, dear friends! I'm Cyrus, worldbuilder & author. Now that my Faumen War Chronicles trilogy is officially published, I can begin work on my next major works:
- Fateweaver
- Bards and Brooches (Tail-Wing Trackers 2)
- Bonds of Honor
Salutations, dear friends! I'm Cyrus, worldbuilder & author. Now that my Faumen War Chronicles trilogy is officially published, I can begin work on my next major works:
- Fateweaver
- Bards and Brooches (Tail-Wing Trackers 2)
- Bonds of Honor
December 1, 2025 at 7:51 PM
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 1
Salutations, dear friends! I'm Cyrus, worldbuilder & author. Now that my Faumen War Chronicles trilogy is officially published, I can begin work on my next major works:
- Fateweaver
- Bards and Brooches (Tail-Wing Trackers 2)
- Bonds of Honor
Salutations, dear friends! I'm Cyrus, worldbuilder & author. Now that my Faumen War Chronicles trilogy is officially published, I can begin work on my next major works:
- Fateweaver
- Bards and Brooches (Tail-Wing Trackers 2)
- Bonds of Honor
#NovemberWorldbuilders Day 30
To be honest, the concept of magic was originally not meant to be part of Nixtral.
However, after researching different magic systems, I realized it would add an additional layer to my worldbuilding & allow me to get more creative w/ the stories.
To be honest, the concept of magic was originally not meant to be part of Nixtral.
However, after researching different magic systems, I realized it would add an additional layer to my worldbuilding & allow me to get more creative w/ the stories.
November 30, 2025 at 6:13 PM
#NovemberWorldbuilders Day 30
To be honest, the concept of magic was originally not meant to be part of Nixtral.
However, after researching different magic systems, I realized it would add an additional layer to my worldbuilding & allow me to get more creative w/ the stories.
To be honest, the concept of magic was originally not meant to be part of Nixtral.
However, after researching different magic systems, I realized it would add an additional layer to my worldbuilding & allow me to get more creative w/ the stories.