It’s been quite a year at Rediscovered Realms. With your support, we have grown to over 3,000 members here - and over 10,000 over on our Facebook page. We’ve been celebrating in this “Year of the Dragon” since March with epic monthly fantasy merch giveaway contests bringing fantasy fun back into our homes. Yet all things must end at some point . . . but not until we do just one more . . .
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This Week’s Rediscovered Realms Theme Song:
What happens when a hero willingly plunges themself into the depths of hoary dungeons seeking treasure & glory? Such is the theme of this week’s curated song creation.
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Who won last month’s “November Colossal Fantasy Activity Giveaway Contest”?
The owner of this epic haul is now decreed, Is it you? Or is it me? Read on, Hopeful Soul, and find, To whose vaults this treasure forthwith’s assigned.
The grand prize winner . . .
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. . . UmbraSprite!!!
Many congratulations are in order to you, UmbraSprite - I’ve sent post through ether-mail where you must claim your prize within 7 days or forfeit it forever to a fellow adventurer.
Thank you to all who participated. There is yet one more giveaway contest celebration remaining in this Year of the Dragon.
And as big as last month’s was - we’re going out in style - this one’s even BIGGER!!!
This month’s Giveaway Contest (our highest valued giveaway EVER!)
Following up from last month’s giveaway theme about the importance of Play and of keeping the flame of fantasy fun alive in our adult daily lives, I wanted to put together a fitting end of year package for our final giveaway contest.
A package fitting for the waning of The Year of the Dragon.
A package that incorporates adventure & nostalgia yet injects playfulness & newness as well.
Things you can incorporate into your daily life, like fantasy calendars, cookbooks, lunchboxes, collectibles, movies and magnets. But most of all, the types of items that can do the most for our imagination . . . books.
You like Tolkien?
Of course you do.
Do you have some his books?
Of course you do.
But do you have these cool versions?
I applied this same logic to the rest of the D&D, Dragon Magazine, Narnia & Sword & Sorcery items in this package.
The magical items that are part of this Dragon’s Hoard will delight that inner adventurer inside of you and provide Winter escape & warmth for my fellows in the northern hemisphere. (For you south of the Equator, feel free to chill out to the coolness factor of these items to escape the heat.)
Let’s see what’s included:
“December Dragon's Hoard FINAL Giveaway Contest”
Here’s what 1 grand prize winner will be awarded with:
Set of J.R.R. Tolkien’s Deluxe Leatherette Pocket Boxed Set, including The Hobbit and all 3 Lord of the Rings books! (brand new) I’ve had a set of these for several years now and love these things. Small enough to take one with you on walks, trips and commutes and the leatherette just feels noble.
Boxed Set of J.R.R. Tolkien’s “The Great Tales of Middle-earth” illustrated by Alan Lee, including, “The Children of Húrin”, “Beren and Lúthien”, and “The Fall of Gondolin” (brand new) This is a mighty set with mighty quality and mighty illustrations.
Boxed set of C.S. Lewis’ “The Chronicles of Narnia” (brand new) When was the last time you took a trip through a magic wardrobe? Perhaps it’s time. Includes all 7 books.
DK’s “Dungeons & Dragons: The Legend of Drizzt Visual Dictionary” (brand new) Revisit the Forgotten Realms and join the legendary Drow elf ranger, Drizzt, on this spectacular journey.
From the successful Kickstarter, “The Slave and the Sorcerer” Blu-Ray DVD (brand new) ”Deathstalker meets The Evil Dead in this gory, practical-effects-filled, 80s inspired Sword & Sorcery Horror!” Sounds like perfect viewing to me.
Lord of the Rings Gollum figurine from MiniCo (brand new) Awww - what a cute little fella!
Deliciously illustrated “Recipes from the World of Tolkien: Inspired by the Legends” (brand new) “Ever wondered what Lembas Bread, Cram, or Beorn's Honey Cakes might taste like?”
“The Hobbit: A Graphic Novel” by Eclipse Comics (brand new) Combines all 3 of the comics into 1 edition.
“Tolkien Calendar 2025”, illustrated by John Howe (brand new) Now you can get a monthly dose of fantasy illustration and Middle-earth awesomeness with this cool calendar.
Dungeons & Dragons classic-style lunchbox & thermos with 2 of Larry Elmore’s most epic illustrations (brand new) Bring your lunch to work in style with this bad boy!
5 old school Dragon Magazines, including the 25th D&D anniversary edition (excellent condition) There’s no way you won’t enjoy perusing #155, #156, #157, #176 and Annual #4!
A set of USPS Dungeons & Dragons 50th Anniversary commemorative stamps (brand new) Forever stamps to use or collect. 20 stamps featuring 10 D&D designs.
A set of RPG dice-magnets for all your magnetic needs (brand new)
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You must COMMENT on or SHAREany Rediscovered Realms newsletter within the month of December 2024. (Any of our 90+ newsletters and podcasts will count.)
Good luck to those who enter the Dragon’s Den!
Your next piece of fantasy fun is calling.
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Thanks for joining us this week, Bodacious Adventurer.
I promised a BIG announcement last week which is still just as BIG, but just requires a little more time . . .
Stay tuned.
In the meantime, I would love to hear your thoughts on this week’s song, this month’s hoard, reflections on this Year of the Dragon, or anything else you would like to share. Make sure to leave a comment!
“Why do dragons hoard gold? Because the thing you most need is always to be found where you least want to look.”
- Jordan Peterson
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“Dungeon Delver’s Saga” [Verse] In the depths where shadows linger Silent halls I roam With a torch held high I face my fears This dungeon now my home Monsters lurking in the dark Their growls a chilling hymn But courage stirs within my heart And so my quest begins [Verse 2] Through winding paths and ancient doors My journey presses on Each step Each fight A test of might Till the break of dawn With every clash of steel and bone My strength begins to grow A hero born from dust and stone With fire in his soul [Chorus] Descending deep where light is scarce I carve my legend here Battling beasts and banshee wails With blade and burning spear The treasure glints in shadows deep A promise shining bright I'll bring it home with scars to show A victor of the night [Bridge] Echoes of forgotten wars Stories left untold I tread these halls with ancient dust Where histories unfold Golden hoards and hidden lore The spoils of this fight Embrace the trials The wounds The wars Emerge into the light [Verse 3] Monsters gnash and specters wail Yet steadfast I proceed For every step For every wound My soul is truly freed I conquer fear and shadowy foes With honor by my side In pursuit of glory’s crowning touch I face the final stride [Chorus] Descending deep where light is scarce I carve my legend here Battling beasts and banshee wails With blade and burning spear The treasure glints in shadows deep A promise shining bright I'll bring it home with scars to show A victor of the night
Full Rules for “December Dragon's Hoard FINAL Giveaway Contest” - THE FINE PRINT:
* You must be a SUBSCRIBER to Rediscovered Realms Substack (www.RediscoveredRealms.com) AND COMMENT on or SHAREany Rediscovered Realms newsletter within the month of December 2024. (Any of our 90+ newsletters and podcasts will count.)
* This contest is open to all countries. I will pay for shipping up to $30. If shipping exceeds this amount, Winners will be responsible for any excess shipping charges. If Winners decline to cover excess shipping, they will forfeit their prizes. No substitutions nor equivalent cash value will be offered.
* Winner(s) will be contacted by the email they provided when joining Substack. If Winners don't respond to accept their prizes within 7 days, they will forfeit the prize, and replacement winner(s) will be drawn.
* You must be a current subscriber of www.rediscoveredrealms.com at 11:59 PM (PDT) December 31, 2024 to be considered eligible.
* The items in the pictures are the exact items that you will receive (except for any props).
* Winner will be announced in the January 5, 2025 newsletter edition of Rediscovered Realms.
Tolkien and Dragon, what a great giveaway to end a year of great giveaways. Awesome selection
Tolkien and Dragon. A great way to end a great year of giveaways! Awesome selection!