Welcome to Rediscovered Realms’ newest series, “Tales Unearthed”, where we shine our torches on one forgotten fantasy short story from the past. This edition features “The Wizards Are Dying” - a heroic party saves-the-world adventure from “Dragontales”, written by John L. Jenkins and lavishly illustrated by Jim Holloway!
I could see in retrospect that Dragontales was a dividing line in my D&D group. A few of us loved it and talked about the stories, while the majority had no interest in related fantasy fiction. They just wanted to focus on the game and its mechanics.
Hadn't though about this one ins years. Thanks for sharing.
That's interesting! For me, I was more drawn to gaming and full novels back then. Short stories felt like too big of an investment of time and energy to get into without knowing if it was going to be good. I do enjoy exploring them now though!
Loved that short story. I just picked up copies of Dragon 100 and 150 from a local shop after they got in a massive DnD collection. Once I finished reading them, I'll let you know if they have another short story worth sharing.
I could see in retrospect that Dragontales was a dividing line in my D&D group. A few of us loved it and talked about the stories, while the majority had no interest in related fantasy fiction. They just wanted to focus on the game and its mechanics.
Hadn't though about this one ins years. Thanks for sharing.
That's interesting! For me, I was more drawn to gaming and full novels back then. Short stories felt like too big of an investment of time and energy to get into without knowing if it was going to be good. I do enjoy exploring them now though!
Loved that short story. I just picked up copies of Dragon 100 and 150 from a local shop after they got in a massive DnD collection. Once I finished reading them, I'll let you know if they have another short story worth sharing.
Oh, awesome! Good find on those, Eric, and glad you liked this short story.
I have become one of the 300!
Hooah! We definitely could use some Heavy Cavalry! 💪