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“My answer may seem overly simplistic and not terribly pragmatic,” the
great creature replied. “It is only this. You have befriended me. I have never
had a friend, and you are the finest of friends that I could have ever
imagined. Most of my kind, as I have previously stated, do not utilize the
sensibility known as compassion, and they see me as lesser for doing so. I
struck out on my own to conduct scientific studies for the sake of science. But
then I encountered you, and I felt that it would benefit us both were your
mission to become my mission. I can certainly continue to collect samples
during the course of our adventures, and you and I can serve as consultants for
one another.”
~Cie for Naughty Netherworld Press~
Artist Unknown
Notes:
In this week's snippet, Yitzy answers Ketil's question regarding why Yitzy is interested in assisting him on his "potentially fruitless quest." Last week's snippet can be found here.
The story ended up being either a short novella or a long novelette. It is currently in the process of being formatted, and I am agonizing over finding or creating a suitable cover. It's difficult to find free-use Lovecraftian art. I am aiming for publication in January.
The Great Race of Yith is the creation of H.P. Lovecraft. Ketil Nagel and Yitzy Yithian are original characters created by Team Netherworld.
:-) I like the logic. It's kind of childlike and refreshing!
ReplyDeleteI would say that this phrase sums this character up very well. Despite being eons old, he maintains a childlike view of the possibilities.
DeleteHe certainly explains his motivations well!
ReplyDeleteYitzy thanks you for your assessment. ;-)
DeleteI'm curious to know if they will continue their adventures together. Seems like a good enough plan.
ReplyDeleteThe book has been released, but if you want to find out for free, wait get it between the 5th and the 9th.
DeleteKetil and Yitzy's Adventures in the Xura Dream House
Yitzy seems very accommodating. I hope these two learn a lot from each other. (BTW, I had trouble leaving a comment, although when I came back everything was working. Maybe others had the same difficulties.)
ReplyDeleteI always complain about WordPress not allowing me to leave comments, but it isn't like Blogger is a perfect system by any means!
DeleteThat creature sounds interesting and also independent. Enjoyed the excerpt!
ReplyDeleteThank you. :-)
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