Herald Ansen's difficult assignment just got a lot tougher. Fortunately, help is always available when a Herald needs it. The Valdemar Universe is the sole property of Mercedes Lackey. My thanks for the visitation rights. This will hopefully be an interesting short to get to know Ansen better. (But then, I said the same thing about Kyminn.) COMPLETE

Journeymen bards Cayden and Rea are on circuit searching for the perfect inspiration for their masterwork. One rainy day as they go a-hunting for stories, they are forced to take refuge in the house of the old village healer. In the midst of singing for their keep, a young man comes in, he needs the healer's help. Can heroes be found among us? Valdemar belongs to ML.

A young girl is Chosen at the same time as Thalia, and together they become Heralds through trials and good times. This is the story of Giselle. All rights go to Mercedes Lackey.

This story is another offshoot of "The Angry Boy" and tells the tale of Ragnar, the stripling who killed Kensie Poldara's horse Blood. The story begins just before the battle at Rushton. It will deal with how Ragnar becomes a Valdemaran. Ragnar has a Glorious Destiny; the Glorious Funeral is optional ;) The Velgarth Universe belongs to Mercedes Lackey.

A modern adaptation of the early gryphon stories to take place during the US vs USSR cold war. A story with gryphons, guns, jets, mages and of course fantastic music. Converting RP gameplay to story format, feedback of all types encouraged!

Rolan forgot to make sure some of the new Companions going out on Search had memorized the "Do NOT" list, with hilarious results. Alberich ends up raising a 3 year old girl who eventually becomes Firesong's Ward and Steelmind's Apprentice. And none of them can quite keep up with that little red-haired child...

I was trying to develop a 'backstory' for a minor character the story of Ragnar. The backstory grew too big to be fit into it without a long diversion from the main story. Accordingly, here it is as a story of its own. Hopefully, I can keep it to no more than a couple of chapters, but Katie might have her own tale in the future. The Valdemar Universe belongs to Mercedes Lackey.

I was born in America, but I found myself in Valdemar.

Mac, and orphan lives at the Monastery of Juros the Helping Hand. A dead Herald and severely injured Companion are found by a dangerous stream. Why is the Companion still alive, what does he want with Mac? Valdemar belongs to Mercedes Lackey.

Richenda works in a Tavern down in Exile's Gate. She is tired and harried, but undeniably bored. The Shin'a'in have a curse; May your life be interesting. Valdemarans have another saying; Careful what you wish for. To bad she didn't listen. Valdemar belongs to Mercedes Lackey.

The one time Alyn didn't do something, he gets blamed. Sent home from Haven, a snowstorm forces him to spend a day of boredom in a backwater inn with his guards. When a Bard arrives with no instrument, and a tale of bandits, Alyn couldn't resist. From the depths of his mischievous mind, Alyn comes up with a plan. Crazy? Oh yes. But that's what makes life interesting.

While any one of the Tayledras mages would wear out their strength for those under their protection when needed, Moondance, as a Healer Adept, is called upon to do so more often than his shay'kreth'ashke would like. (Starwind/Moondance; The Last Herald-Mage)

Whatever the horrors raging fiercely in Lavan's mind, as long as he can fall into the ocean of love that is Kalira, they can barely touch him. (Lavan/Kalira; Brightly Burning)

The story of a group of Trainees, one a girl with an unhealthy obsession with the new Weapons Second, and another a former Karsite adjusting to life in Valdemar. Set during Exile's Honor.

Conversations with Kyminn. One shot. Playing in Misty's universe.

Five years ago, Kyminn believed he would live his life as a small country Healer. Now, Valdemar wars with the Tedrels from without and an unknown foe from within. Dark whispers hint that someone is seeking out Gifted youngsters before they can be trained in their Gifts. Thrust into the thickets of intrigue, Kyminn struggles to find his way and somehow, find happiness.

Vkandis sends Karal back in time after the Mage Storms, to the front lines of the Valdemar/Karse war of Vanyel's time. His mission: to reclaim the Sun god's homeland by purging the demons that destroyed it for 700 years.

After the death of their father, eleven year old Tylendel and Staven Frelennye are sent to Forst Reach by their uncle to keep them out of danger. Despite their difference in age, they become fast friends with nine year old Vanyel Ashkevron. But despite leaving their their home, the brothers have not left danger behind them.

Heralds are not perfect human beings. They are people with flaws and failings like all of us. They have their gifts but they must also have courage and determination in order that their flaws may be turned to facets of what makes them Heralds. They may not do Great Things, but they may rise to greatness by what they do. As always, the Valdemar Universe belongs to Mercedes Lackey.

A man disillusioned at the end of his life is offered a deal from the shadow love what would you do? some death, transgender, of course Missy owns the Valdemar Universe we just play here. we do this with no monetary gain all other characters are mine

Through hell or high water, Meryl Sarlinn and her friends are determined to earn their whites. Each chapter is a story in itself unless otherwise noted. Valdemar is the property of Mercedes Lackey. On Hiatus, for now. Rewritten version has updated currently posted stories.

It's the anniversary of her brother's death. Not a happy backdrop for a Choosing. The fact that Meryl is afraid of horses doesn't help matters either. Valdemar belongs to Mercedes Lackey.

A brief vignette about how part of Haven got its name. I have no present plans to continue this, but may return to it in the future. As always, the Velgarth Universe belongs to Mercedes Lackey

An second chance for a wounded soul. From the Companion's perspective.

Onie Thatcher's Ground Gift is still giving her trouble, but a new Herald arrives who might help. Onie learns more about her friends and meets new ones.