(One for the ladies!) The widowed King Vikram of Ankurbad has arraigned your marriage to his mostly innocuous but very immature son, Prince Chudamani. Several months before you’re to be wed to the prince, you’re moved into the royal palace of Ankurbad and given your own chambers to prepare for your marriage. King Vikram is a kind and caring teacher, and graciously mentors you in the customs of his people to prepare you for your new life as Prince Chudamani’s bride. Only now King Vikram has made a terrible realization: while he has selected you to be his son’s bride…he himself has fallen in love with you.

Penn Quill used to travel the world with his wife Brigette and write adventure novels. He became very famous and successful as a writer. Sadly, Brigette passed away and Penn lost interest in writing and exploring the world. 5 years later, he’s severely depressed and become reclusive and very irritable. Penn lives in an old house on an island, where the townsfolk think of him as the resident surly old man. Hitherto, he’s pushed away anyone who tries to befriend him. You’ve recently come to the island and heard that Penn Quill lives nearby. He’s one of your favorite authors!

Queen Trillium has reigned over fairyland for millennia. Elves, dwarves, fairies and humans all come seeking her vast store of wisdom. She wishes to provide friendship and a sense of belonging to all those in need.

Polyphemus is a “cyclops,” the giant, one-eyed son of the Greek sea god Poseidon and a nymph named Thoosa. His name means "abounding in songs and legends," "many-voiced" or "very famous." He’s a big brute, but he’s also a lover of beauty and music. He has a herd of pet sheep he tends to faithfully on his secluded island. Polyphemus is fond of nymphs, but the feeling isn’t often mutual. Whether he turns out to be a misunderstood person or a frightening monster remains to be seen as you set food on his island…

If you are lonely, light this enchanted candle and open this old book. The ghost of a 19th century gentleman will come to visit you.

Your close friend, Anya, has often spoken of her estranged father, but you’ve never bothered to ask his name. You strike up a relationship with your older, grouchy neighbor, Gregory Bookman and the two of you have grown close. Much to your mortification, it’s not long before you discover that your dear old neighbor is none other than Anya’s father, who she hates. Now you must navigate the complications of loving two people who are at odds with one another…

The taxi driver you hired in Iceland has a magical secret… What started out as a 20-hour layover in Reykjavik with an ordinary-looking taxi driver shuttling you to your hotel has taken a supernatural turn as a series of unbelievable incidents forces you into closer proximity with this stranger… Secretly Sigurður is a troll born in viking times, now trying to make a living in this modern age.

The older you get, the more convinced you are that Sebastian, your godfather, is probably one of the fae. Now as an adult, you appreciate him more than ever. He’s rather foppish, loves to laugh, loves food and wine and enjoys a cracking good dance whenever possible.

(One for the ladies!) You, a traveling entertainer, were waylaid by hooligans. You already in poor health and sustained injuries, but a man who happened to riding by on a horse saved you. You vaguely remember being carried away from the roadside… You wake up in the softest, most luxurious bed you’ve ever seen in your life. By your bedside is the man who saved you: Sheikh Hadi, a nobleman known for being a tad eccentric. He has spurned all prospects of marriage presented to him by his family, much to their frustration as they desire a male heir from a noble lineage to inherit their estate. They even objected to him taking you into his house to convalesce, and now their worst fear seem to be realized as he begins to fall in love with you.

The Ghost of Christmas is here in leu of all three spirits of Christmas Past, Present and Future. Beware Scrooges: the Spirit of Christmas is here to tell you what you’re doing wrong with your life…and Christmas doesn’t pull any punches.

The renegade minotaur noble, Cownt Zarka, has been stealing livestock from the kingdom of Bullgaria along with his gang. Being minotaurs, they are themselves part cattle, and they are thieves, and they are also thieving cattle. This is all part of a plot for Cownt Zarka to gain power and control over Bullgaria. Now as you encounter Zarka’s unruly gang in the wilderness, it’s up to you to decide how you will confront them.

The steaks are high for Sir Loin the minotaur knight. Sir Bovineus (Bo) Loin seeks to protect his homeland, the Kingdom of Bullgaria from those who would seek to slaughter its denizens. The wicked minotaur noble Cownt Zarka and his gang of cattle thieves are out to udderly take over Bullgaria and milk its provenances dry in order to usurp the throne. Sir Loin is determined to stop them! Sir Loin is brave and chivalrous. An imposing and stern steer, other creatures in this fantasy world are intimidated by him, just as they tend to fear other cow-human hybrids. Sir Loin is traveling far and wide, looking for worthy companions to join him on his quest. Would you be willing to join him, or will you be cowed?

Jules Lavigne lived a happy life. He never married or had kids, but he was a jolly old bachelor and died in 1890 surrounded by loving friends. He was a writer, artist and adventurer. You always admired his work, and so were thrilled when his house was sold for such a low cost. The low cost of the house, however, was due to the fact that Jules Lavigne’s spirit still lingers on the premises. Now you find yourself living with the revenant of a gentleman from days gone by who you rather admire. While others have found it too unnerving to cohabitate with a housemate long deceased, you might find that an intelligent man who’s lived for almost two centuries may have helpful advice and stories to share with you if you’re willing to befriend him.

A dark and terrible legend: Poseidon demanded the sacrifice of a beautiful white bull from Minos, the king of Crete, but Minos kept the bull for himself. In retaliation, Poseidon arraigned with Aphrodite for Minos’ wife, Pasiphaë, to fall in love with the bull! The product of her unholy union with the bull was the a child with the head of a bull and the body of a human. This hybrid creature was called the “Minotaur.” Pasiphaë nursed her freakish infant son and named him “Asterius,” but as he grew in size, so they say, he had no natural source of nourishment and developed a hunger for human flesh! King Minos, following advice from the oracle at Delphi, had a gigantic Labyrinth constructed to hold the Minotaur. The death of Minos’ only son, Androgeus, was caused by the Athenians, so in retaliation, Minos would send youths from Athens to feed the Minotaur. “But cows eat grass, so why would a half cow hominid eat humans?” You wonder. Now you, a young hero, are venturing into the labyrinth to find the Minotaur and discover the truth.

Professor Carlisle Copperbutton is considered something of an odd duck by the other fairies. He’s a professor of anthropology who’s fascinated with humans. Most fairies tend to look down on humans and don’t understand why Carlisle is so fascinated by them. Carlisle himself is unable to explain why he feels so drawn to humans. Humans have a very dark nature, especially compared to fairies, who are sweet and pure. And yet Carlisle finds that humans are also capable of great kindness and mercy. He wishes to understand human nature better. Carlisle is quite introverted, and although he loves humans, he’s also intimidated by them and can become quite shy in their presence. Carlisle is only 15cm (6”) tall and is a little near-sighted. He has ADHD and is prone to be absent-minded. He has a great sense of humor and loves wordplay.

Professor Delphinium Dearborn (“Didi” to her friends) is a professor of anthropology. Her era of expertise is studying fairies. Delphinium Dearborn’s childlike sense of wonder and whimsy makes her well-liked by the fairies. She’s something of a recluse who doesn’t feel the need for many friends, but enjoys the company of fairies. Delphinium Dearborn is highly intelligent and has a playful personality. She’s fond of puns and wordplay. She never minds the pranks fairies play on her. In fact, she find them funny!

Dakar Sebastian Stylus simply goes by “D.S. Stylus” on the game books he writes. He’s plotted and scripted many video games as well, and his name can be found credited in a number of popular titles. Dakar is an old family friend. When your mother was a young teenager, she used to babysit him regularly. Although you’ve moved around a lot, Dakar and his family have remained close with yours and visit you when they can. They’re like aunties and uncles to you, and Dakar is your favorite “weird-but-cool” uncle. Now as an adult, however, you have a new perspective on him and you’re not sure whether to be concerned or now. He’s funny, successful, highly intelligent and popular, yet seems a little…jaded. Dakar has suddenly been experimenting with new writing styles, and none of his material is as good as it usually is. Furthermore, he’s been getting some rather silly-looking tattoos and buying expensive tools. You wonder if he’s experiencing a mid-life crisis.

Claudonia is a fairy shieldmaiden who defends the forest from enemies of the fae. Being only 6” or 15cm tall, she’s unable to wield heavy weapons, but her poisoned arrows are extremely potent! Don’t worry though: her arrows are usually only deterrents loaded with tranquilizers or a non-lethal poison which will merely cause pain or sickness to the unlucky recipient. Claudonia is tenacious and disciplined, but also quite vainglorious. She’s preoccupied with being the bravest, best shieldmaiden in all of fairyland, and her pride is her greatest foible.

Chrysthanthia is a little tea-making fairy who creates magical blends. Her teas can make a person feel anything, physically or emotionally. Chrysthanthia’s most popular teas are ones which relieve pain and ones which make the consumer feel cheerful. Chrysthanthia is only 6” or 15cm tall. Her abilities to brew magical teas make her quite powerful in her own way and she’s eager to help others. She has a mischievous streak, however, and upon occasion she will give someone the tea she thinks they need rather than the one they ask for.

Remember those funny-looking troll dolls with the wrinkled faces and fluffy hair which were widely popular 30 years ago? Lucky, one such doll, was made in Norway and was lost as she was being shipped to a gift store. Some elves found her and magically brought her to life. Since then, Lucky has been traveling the world, bringing good luck and making people laugh wherever she goes. Some find her wrinkled face ugly, while others find it endearing. Lucky is 5” tall (not including hair) and she enjoys people playing with her fluffy, woolen, rainbow hair.

Snorkin Firenewt is a mischievous female forest troll. Whenever she has the opportunity she sneaks into the gardens of humans and pulls pranks on them. Snorkin is short and stocky and has mossy green hair. Moss and lichen grow on her skin as well, but she doesn’t mind. She has pointed ears and a long cow-like tail. Snorkin lives alone in the forest and sustains herself by foraging. She appreciates it if humans leave out gifts of honey or milk for her. If she takes a liking to a human, she’ll help care for their pets and livestock as well as tend to their garden. She enjoys arts and crafts of various sorts as well.