Froki & The Dragon

A book Chenris Tallfellow ‡ found when exploring the lair of a Wyvern they had chilled killed. it was written in Ancient Dwarven, and Chenris spent some time translating it to learn the language.

The Book

Once upon a time, in a land where dragons roamed and magic flowed like a gentle stream, there lived a small but brave halfling named Froki. Froki wasn't like the other halflings in his village. While they were content with their simple lives, Froki dreamed of grand adventures and heroic deeds.

Froki lived in the peaceful village of Greenhill nestled between rolling hills and lush forests. But one day, dark clouds began to gather in the sky, and an ominous shadow loomed over the land. It was the dreaded dragon, Scorchwing, whose fiery breath could turn the greenest fields to ash.

The villagers trembled in fear as Scorchwing descended upon Greenhill, breathing fire and spreading chaos. But Froki refused to cower in fear. With determination burning in his heart, he decided to confront the dragon and save his village from certain doom.

Armed with nothing but a wooden sword and a heart full of courage, Froki set out on his quest. He journeyed through dense forests, crossed treacherous rivers, and climbed towering mountains until he reached the dragon's lair.

As Froki stood before the entrance of the cave, he could feel the heat of Scorchwing's fiery breath. But he didn't falter. With a deep breath, Froki stepped into the darkness, ready to face the greatest challenge of his life.

Inside the cave, Froki found Scorchwing, a massive dragon with scales as black as night and eyes that glowed like molten lava. The dragon roared, its voice shaking the very foundations of the earth. But Froki stood tall, undeterred.

With a mighty battle cry, Froki charged at the dragon, swinging his wooden sword with all his might. Scorchwing lashed out with claws and teeth, but Froki dodged and weaved, his movements quick and agile.

The battle raged on, the clash of steel against scales echoing through the cavern. But Froki refused to give up. With every strike, he grew stronger and braver, until finally, with one final blow, he plunged his sword into the dragon's heart.

With a deafening roar, Scorchwing fell to the ground, defeated. The villagers cheered as Froki emerged from the cave, victorious. He had saved his village from destruction and proved that even the smallest of heroes can accomplish the greatest of deeds.

From that day on, Froki was hailed as a hero throughout the land. But he remained humble, knowing that true bravery comes not from the size of one's sword, but from the strength of one's heart. And so, the tale of Froki the Fearless halfling warrior was told for generations to come, inspiring courage and hope in the hearts of all who heard it.