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Transformation

June 4, 2015 4 Comments

Transformation

By Dave James Ashton

With an eldritch, actinic glow the magic came roaring out; a tempestuous crescendo of change. Claws, teeth, muzzle, coat: all exploded into being. Many would write it off as overwrought special effects. He was happy he could truly be himself—so what if it was just in B-grade horror flicks as a monster?

His blood sang, but he knew he could not revel in the hunt. Throwing his head skywards he gave voice to a howl that not even surround sound could do justice to. Growling, he turned to the figure in front of him…paused…

“Shit, I forgot my line!”

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  1. exiledprospero says

    June 4, 2015 at 12:38 pm

    I hate when that happens! Nice exposition.

    Reply
    • davejamesashton says

      June 5, 2015 at 3:16 am

      Thanks very much mate!

      Reply
  2. bunmioke says

    June 5, 2015 at 8:54 am

    Bummer! I feel for the fellow.

    Fine piece.

    Reply
  3. voimaoy says

    June 29, 2015 at 4:47 pm

    Much enjoyed this story. Well done!

    Reply

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