Prompt:

The ruins of the Fae have existed in Dheathain since before written records. The jungle of this region has invaded these ruins. Some ruins are nothing but vines twisted around rubble with deep, hidden, unexplored pits, maze-like hallways, and powerful mystic remains. In other ruins, the jungle seems to be molded by it and worked elegantly into its structures. While still laden with foliage, rooms are flourishing with life, creatures have moved in where ancient races once lived, and unusual artifacts are seemingly protected by natural forces.

Your character, by whichever means you deem fit, has reason to seek out one of the ruins in search of answers about an ancient artifact. Largely rumor and vaguely mentioned in old, rotted texts, there exists little to no information on the purpose of said artifact. Your character must brave the unknown and return with the answers that they seek -- maybe with artifact in-hand...

Rules & Stipulations:

This is a "Super Vignette". The definition of a Vignette is: "a brief evocative description, account, or episode." In the grand scale of Althanas and its player characters, each thread is a sort of Vignette or episode of their lives. Solos are the epitome of such episodes where it is just you, the writer, and your readers - no additional writer or life story. This Vignette will focus on that aspect of this site. Below are the rules that must be followed.



  1. Stick to the prompt. Use the Dheathain Wiki & At a Glance to help develop your setting.
  2. Entries are one post long. This post must have a minimum of 500 words and maximum of 5,000. Please post them in this thread beneath the first post.
  3. Setting is critical for this Vignette. Focus on literary techniques to give the setting life.
  4. Brevity is the "concise and exact use of words in writing or speech." Pay attention to what you add to your story. Players will lose points for excess fluff or filler. If an object or room is mentioned in great detail, it should play an important part sometime during the story.
  5. Vignette entries will be no longer accepted after 10:00PM EST on 3/31/17.


Rewards & Winners:


  • Entries will be judged with a score out of 100 similar to a normal thread. This will be accompanied by a brief, one paragraph overview of strengths and weaknesses. These will be judged by Lye.
  • There will be a First Place, Second Place, and Third Place.
    • First Place: 1,000 EXP, 500 GP, & 5 AP
    • Second Place: 500 EXP, 250 GP, & 4 AP
    • Third Place: 250 EXP, 175 GP, & 3 AP

  • Considering the length of these entries, they will be given EXP & GP as if it were a thread. The formula will be adjusted to take into consideration the length of the posts. All entries will also earn the default 1 AP for a submission. These rewards will be in addition to first, second, and third.
  • Depending on content written, entries may be adapted into existing wiki to be made canon.


Disclaimer about the Judge:

I am a slow, deliberate reader that focuses on mechanics. I appreciate effective usage of literary elements and enjoy suspense and intrigue. I may take longer than most judges to post results. So, please afford me your patience. I urge that you do not ask me for status updates. Shinsou will keep me honest to posting results in an understandable time-frame.


If you have questions about this contest, please PM Lye.

Out of Character:
This prompt was inspired and credited to BlackAndBlueEyes & Rayleigh. The event idea was inspired and credited to Sir Artemis.