Tag Archives: myth

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 ~ Map of the Creator

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Gene Lempp

Welcome to Designing From Bones, where we use archaeology, myth, mysteries and history to unearth the stories of tomorrow. To make up for my unscheduled break last week, I thought I’d share a fun riddle with you – an item … 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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Devourer, Myth and Nightmare

Posted on July 6, 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 today as we visit a lethal servant of the Egyptian God Anubis and two vile creatures woven … 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 →