The Enchanted Forest
A medieval fantasy short story
At the edge of the Enchanted Forest, a young healer named Maeli slived in harmony with nature.
The forest was a place of wonder, filled with magical creatures and ancient secrets. One day, Maelis discovered a wounded unicorn, its silver blood staining the forest floor.
The unicorn, named Aeloria, was a guardian of the forest, attacked by a dark sorcerer seeking to harness its magic. Maelis tended to Aeloria's wounds, using her healing gifts to restore the creature's strength.
Grateful, Aeloria bestowed upon Maelis a single, silver strand of its mane.
"This holds the power to protect the forest and those you love," said a voice inside her head.
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The sorcerer, enraged by his failure, sought vengeance. He unleashed a horde of shadow creatures upon the forest, threatening to destroy everything Maelis held dear.
With Aeloria by her side, Maelis used the enchanted strand to create a protective barrier, driving back the darkness. The forest thrived once more, and Maelis became its new guardian, her bond with Aeloria unbreakable.
About the Creator
Santiago Schwarzstein
I like to tell stories.
Comments (1)
I love the idea of the enchanted strand!