Tag Archives: legend

Designing from Bones ~ Otherworld

Posted on October 31, 2012 by Gene Lempp

There are things that move just beyond our vision. Words that drift past our ears. Soft. Unintelligible. Teasing. A scent of a flower when standing in an empty windowless room – the sound of running water in a thirsty desert … Continue reading →

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Designing from Bones – Lessons From Attila

Posted on December 14, 2011 by Gene Lempp

Welcome to my weekly series, Designing from Bones, where we use archaeology, mythology and the artifacts of human history to find and design stories. Join me today as we look at three writing lessons from the life of one of … Continue reading →

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Designing from Bones – Demon, Protector, Patsy

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Gene Lempp

Welcome to my weekly series, Designing from Bones, where we use archaeology, mythology and the artifacts of human history to find and design stories. Join me today as we hunt for a deadly beast, a magical legend and a powerful … Continue reading →

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Superstition, Legend and Mystery

Posted on August 3, 2011 by Gene Lempp

Welcome to my weekly series “Designing from Bones”, where we use archaeology and the artifacts of human history to find and design stories. Join me today as we look at three mythical creatures drawn from the legends of those who … Continue reading →

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Heaven’s Sword and Sinners Gold

Posted on July 27, 2011 by Gene Lempp

Welcome to my weekly series “Designing from Bones”, where we use archaeology and the artifacts of human history to find and design stories. Join me today as we seek out two lost treasures and unveil the story potential they hold. … Continue reading →

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Designing from Bones – Zoo Arcane

Posted on June 22, 2011 by Gene Lempp

Welcome to my weekly series “Designing from Bones”, using archaeology and the artifacts of human history to find and design stories. Join me this week for a tour through the Zoo Arcane as we visit four creatures spoken of by the ancients. Our … Continue reading →