Jinnaari pulled the sword from the drider’s body, watching closely in case his last thrust wasn’t deadly. A low hiss escaped the creature’s throat as she breathed her last. Good. He pulled out a rag and wiped the blood and ichor off the blade. Strange. There was no real light in this maze, yet the … Continue reading The Murder Hobos – Episode 15 – A Bit of Help

“I don’t get it, Rhaine,” Savy kept her voice low. “I mean, I know cats can sometimes look like they don’t have any bones. But Helix didn’t even have a skull!” “I don’t know either, Savy,” she replied. “You were there when he got decapitated. Didn’t you see what happened?” Savy’s lower lip stuck out … Continue reading The Murder Hobos – Episode 14 – The Boneless Cat Puzzle

The door closed behind him on silent hinges. The sound of the bolt sliding into the lock, however, echoed down the stone corridor in front of Jinnaari. The light from the torch in his hand only illuminated so much. He didn’t need it to see, but it was the only thing he had to defend … Continue reading The Murder Hobos – Episode 13 – Into the Maze pt. 2

Helix took a deep breath, pausing in his work to dab at the bead of sweat that threatened to run down his nose. A mistake now would not get the results he wanted. Adam kept watch over the party, leaving Helix time to do what he wanted. This would be a surprise for all of … Continue reading The Murder Hobos – Episode 12 – Helix Makes a New Toy

Biting into the apple, Jinnaari walked toward the blacksmith. Henry had asked for five days to alter the armor to accommodate his new wings. He’d given him seven. Steam rose from the forge as he neared. They were busy today. For a moment, Jinnaari contemplated spending some more time practicing his flying skills. No, he … Continue reading The Murder Hobos – Episode 11 – Into the Maze

“Let me go!” Adam clenched his jaw, fighting against the hold that Maynard had put on him. He felt the strain on his muscles, knew he’d fall flat on his face if the staff relented, and didn’t care. “I’ve been down here a long time, Adam,” the voice echoed in his mind. “I know what’s … Continue reading The Murder Hobos – Episode 10 – The Conversation

Pain shot through his Jinnaari’s body, making the muscles contract. He struggled to catch his breath as the brief respite washed over him. Beads of sweat dripped from his scales. He wasn’t sick. He knew that much. This felt natural, organic. It was as if his body was waking up to a new reality. Only … Continue reading The Murder Hobos – Episode 9 – Jinnaari Gets News

“You should’ve had that kill, Adam!” The staff growled at him in his own language. Adam sighed. “Maynard, I know you want to be the best magic item ever, but you won’t get there simply on kills alone. Savy has Dawnbringer. That alone should tell you something. She’s going to take down more monsters than … Continue reading The Murder Hobos – Episode 8 – Adam and Maynard

Caelynn tossed in her bedroll, trying to find a position that passed as comfortable. No matter which way she turned, a pebble or dirt clod dug into her. “Lynn,” a familiar voice whispered. She sat up, “Jocelyn?” she whispered. “Where are you?” Frantically, Caelynn looked around the room they slept in. Adam faced the door, … Continue reading The Murder Hobos – Episode 7 – A Message for Caelynn

“In the camp!” Rhaine called out. “We’re friendly!” She stopped just out from the edge of the jungle, where she and Savy could easily be seen. “Sure we should stand here?” Savy asked. Rhaine nodded. “I saw one of them earlier, the Tabaxi. It’s going to be hard enough to convince them we’re here to … Continue reading The Murder Hobos – Episode 6 – The Arrival