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Two original characters stand beside a conlang logo for a fantasy web novel. The character in the front is an elven woman wearing Chinese-esque clothing that are pink and red. She has orange hair and carries a basket of herbs. The character behind her is a human ma with a green tunic over a blue sweater.

I’ve mostly been out wandering away from social media, but I’ve been continuing to work on and update my web novel, A Dawn from the West. Chapter 8 was released last week. You can find that (and more) here: feolnir.com/web-novels/a...

If you don’t like nature, you probably shouldn’t read my serializing fantasy web novel. All the good characters are tree huggers. They will literally cry for abused trees and herbs (especially Fëor). You’ve been warned.

Two original characters from a fantasy web novel are depicted in a comforting embrace. They are wearing Chinese-inspired clothing and the background is also Chinese-inspired. One character is elven, too.

These characters only ask for one thing: read the their story (for free) at feolnir.substack.com!

It’s a fantasy web novel serializing weekly!

It was so refreshing to draw this, btw. For months art felt more like an obligation. But this was different! This was one was for me. I hope you like it!

Fantasy by Fëolnir | Substack Epic fantasy web novels set in the deeply-studied world of Älthren. Updates weekly. Click to read Fantasy by Fëolnir, a Substack publication. Launched 2 days ago.

I’m giving Substack a try!

My fantasy web novel is still free, of course. If you’d like to be an early supporter, I’d greatly honor you with a sacred cow (if I had any). My happiness will have to suffice, for now. That and special artwork.

Posting starts on 8/19 at 9am EST!

It has indeed begun.

The historian in me craves to create detailed political maps for a region in my fantasy world to show the consolidation of power leading up to the time period of my current web novel 🫣 #worldbuilding

I know it’s hard, but try not to determine your worth by likes and followers, friends 🥺

Try to focus on the *act* of creating and, through that, the happiness your soul feels when you do. Eventually, with enough persistence, you’ll draw others into the flower blooming through your efforts 🥹

A drawing of a “dark elf” beneath a journal with cursive written in blue ink. There’s also a pencil portrait sketched on the journal.

A drawing of a tree with a journal on top of it with cursive written in sepia in. There’s also a few symbols drawn. A post card is also included at the bottom with a smol golem made from stone.

Since buying a Princess Mononoke sweater, my mind’s been on how it influenced the concept for Valýría from my fantasy web novel.

Also! Golems! You can hear them clacking at dawn. They’re kind of annoying. But also cute. Mossy and adorned with colorful mushrooms. Inspired by Kodamas. #worldbuilding

Let’s find some fantasy books to read 🤔

Worked on some video edits tonight for my #fantasy web series on YouTube:

Älth. I, Part 1: The Union of Gylthra and Äldor, and the Birth of Rëálna Long before life began to grow, there was a vast void of ethýr. Even now that substance remains the Fabric of the Universe; but in those days it was a cold, motionless sea of dense fog. For time un…

How deep do you like the lore in fantasy books to go? #worldbuilding

For me, I like to have ‘translated’ in-world texts with notes addressing biased authors & variations in source material. That’s what I’m doing with Älthrenalor, which you can read & listen to here: feolnir.com/2025/06/24/a...

Personally, I think it’s a good sign when I have to pull out one of my worldbuilding journals when preparing a fantasy video 😏

Social-media sorcery is not my strength, so many thanks to those who stumble upon my wares and give them love 🙇🏻‍♂️

YouTube video by fëolnir An EPIC FANTASY Trailer: The Tale of Fëor and Ërna - an indie, human-made story and web novel series

Book summaries are cool, yes, but how about an epic fantasy trailer featuring art, music, and self-narrated quotes? I can’t believe I made it all myself…I’m like a whole team of wizards in one awkward vessel. Behold! The Tale of Fëor and Ërna is underway! #booksky #fantasysky youtu.be/ehxwo6zL39A

I bought a Star Wars rebel pilot-inspired jacket and have absolutely no regrets.

YouTube video by fëolnir The Tale of Fëor and Ërna, CH 3: Wandering and Woe (Part 6) | An epic fantasy story, book, web novel

I’m biased, but I’ve listened to this part many, many times. A fateful fantasy battle ensues!
youtu.be/xB92mhs6CEg

TToFaË, CH 3: Wandering and Woe (Part 4) (Video) The tale continues! Wanna see illustrations, maps, and more while you listen? This story is also on YouTube! youtube.com/@feolnir You can also read the web novel at feolnir.com/stories ♫ = “Eþýralýr for Harp” by fëolnir New to the story? Here’s a summary: Fëor isn’t a fighter. He’s an herb-loving homebody who enjoys stories about questing but prefers a quaint life. He assumed that wouldn’t change—until a strange “spirit” came to his glade. Something about her seemed familiar, but she came from a world he feared. The realm of stories wasn’t supposed to be real, after all.

The epic fantasy story continues! This time, Fëor encounters a stranger who reminds him of Ërna. Something feels off, though…

TToFaË, CH 3: Wandering and Woe (Part 3) (Video) The tale continues! Wanna see illustrations, maps, and more while you listen? This story is also on YouTube! youtube.com/@feolnir You can also read the web novel at feolnir.com/stories ♫ = “Eþýralýr for Harp” by fëolnir New to the story? Here’s a summary: Fëor isn’t a fighter. He’s an herb-loving homebody who enjoys stories about questing but prefers a quaint life. He assumed that wouldn’t change—until a strange “spirit” came to his glade. Something about her seemed familiar, but she came from a world he feared. The realm of stories wasn’t supposed to be real, after all.

The epic fantasy story continues! Fëor finally faces his greatest challenge yet: climbing a waterfall. He’s not used to so much exercise…

A graphic showing a preview for a new elf character wearing silver and blue armor. The background has a book cover and some faded text with the chapter title.

A new character will be joining our tale this week! A lot of action coming from him soon 👀 and since I’m excited, here’s a preview of his design! #oc #fantasy #fantasyart #characterdesign

TToFaË, CH 3: Wandering and Woe (Part 2) (Video) The tale continues! Wanna see illustrations, maps, and more while you listen? This story is also on YouTube! youtube.com/@feolnir You can also read the web novel at feolnir.com/stories ♫ = “Eþýralýr for Harp” by fëolnir New to the story? Here’s a summary: Fëor isn’t a fighter. He’s an herb-loving homebody who enjoys stories about questing but prefers a quaint life. He assumed that wouldn’t change—until a strange “spirit” came to his glade. Something about her seemed familiar, but she came from a world he feared. The realm of stories wasn’t supposed to be real, after all.

The tale continues! Who has Fëor encountered in the forest? 👀

TToFaË, CH 3: Wandering and Woe (Part 1) (Video) The tale continues! Read the entire story so far (for free) at feolnir.com/stories All art has been drawn by me (fëolnir, the author) using Clip Studio Paint! ♫ = “Eþýralýr for Harp” by fëolnir New to the story? Here’s a summary: Fëor isn’t a fighter. He’s an herb-loving homebody who enjoys stories about questing but prefers a quaint life. He assumed that wouldn’t change—until a strange “spirit” came to his glade. Something about her seemed familiar, but she came from a world he feared. The realm of stories wasn’t supposed to be real, after all.

The tale continues! What in the world is Fëor thinking? 🤦‍♂️

TToFaË, CH 2: Friend or Foe? (Part 5) (Video) Hear the conclusion to chapter 2, Friend or Foe! The Tale of Fëor and Ërna (TToFaË) is a fantasy web novel inspired by stories like The Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, The Legend of Zelda, and so much more! If you enjoy those things, you might want to give this story a chance, too! Read the entire story so far (for free) at feolnir.com/stories All art has been drawn by me (fëolnir, the author) using Clip Studio Paint! Some older illustrations from my sketchbooks are included this time, though, which were done with old-fashioned pencils. ♫ = “Eþýralýr for Fëor and Ërna” by fëolnir

TToFaË, CH 2: Friend or Foe? (Part 5) (Video)

Hear the conclusion to chapter 2, Friend or Foe! The Tale of Fëor and Ërna (TToFaË) is a fantasy web novel inspired by stories like The Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, The Legend of Zelda, and so much more! If you enjoy those things, you might want to…

TToFaË, CH 2: Friend or Foe? (Part 4) (Video) The Tale of Fëor and Ërna (TToFaË) is a fantasy web novel inspired by a blend of Japanese otaku culture (manga, light novels, anime, etc) and old-fashioned high fantasy (Tolkien, medieval literature, fairytales, etc). If you enjoy those things, you’ll probably like this, too! Read the entire story so far (for free) at feolnir.com/stories All art has been drawn by me (fëolnir, the author) using Clip Studio Paint! Some older illustrations from my sketchbooks are included this time, though, which were done with old-fashioned pencils. ♫ = “Eþýralýr for Fëor and Ërna” by fëolnir

TToFaË, CH 2: Friend or Foe? (Part 4) (Video)

The Tale of Fëor and Ërna (TToFaË) is a fantasy web novel inspired by a blend of Japanese otaku culture (manga, light novels, anime, etc) and old-fashioned high fantasy (Tolkien, medieval literature, fairytales, etc). If you enjoy those things, you’ll…

TToFaË, CH 2: Friend or Foe? (Part 3) (Video) The Tale of Fëor and Ërna (TToFaË) is a fantasy web novel inspired by a blend of Japanese otaku culture (manga, light novels, anime, etc.) and old-fashioned high fantasy (Tolkien, medieval literature, folklore, history, etc.). If you enjoy those things, you’ll probably like this, too! Read the entire story so far (for free) at feolnir.com/stories All art has been drawn by me (fëolnir, the author) using Clip Studio Paint! Some older illustrations from my sketchbooks are included this time, though, which were done with old-fashioned pencils. ♫ = “Eþýralýr for Fëor and Ërna” by fëolnir

The tale continues! Enjoy a fantasy web novel read (and illustrated) by the author.

This time we have a new character to liven things up as Fëor most definitely does not want to do what he’s having to do right now.

A portrait of an elven girl drawn with a dark blue colored pencil.

Haven’t practiced no-erasing analog #drawing in a while 😮‍💨 gonna try to get back into a routine with it because it’s relaxing ☺️ #art #sketch #fantasy

TToFaË: Friend or Foe? Part 2 (Video) This is PART 2 of CHAPTER 2 If you haven’t experienced the previous part yet, you might want to go back. The Tale of Fëor & Ërna (TToFaË) is a fantasy web novel inspired by a blend of Japanese otaku culture (manga, light novels, anime, etc.) and old-fashioned high fantasy (Tolkien, medieval literature, folklore, history, etc.). If you enjoy those things, you’ll probably like this, too! Read the entire story so far (for free) here at feolnir.com/stories All art has been drawn by fëolnir, the author, using Clip Studio Paint!

The tale continues! Poor Fëor…he’s grumpy in this one.

The Tale of Fëor & Ërna is a fantasy web novel inspired by a blend of Japanese otaku culture (manga, light novels, anime, etc) and old-fashioned high fantasy (Tolkien, medieval lit, folklore, history, etc). Like that stuff?Give this a listen!

TToFaË: Friend or Foe? Part 1 (Video) This is PART 1 of CHAPTER 2 If you haven’t experienced the previous part yet, you might want to go back. The Tale of Fëor & Ërna (TToFaË) is a fantasy web novel inspired by a blend of Japanese otaku culture (manga, light novels, anime, etc.) and old-fashioned high fantasy (Tolkien, medieval literature, folklore, history, etc.). If you enjoy those things, you’ll probably like this, too! Read the entire story so far (for free) here at feolnir.com/stories All art has been drawn by fëolnir, the author, using Clip Studio Paint!

The Tale continues!

The Tale of Fëor & Ërna (TToFaË) is a fantasy web novel inspired by a blend of Japanese otaku culture (manga, light novels, anime, etc.) and old-fashioned high fantasy (Tolkien, medieval literature, folklore, history, etc.). If you enjoy those things, you’ll probably like this.

From the Journal: Olëamára After several years, I finally drew a new herb in my (second) worldbuilding journal! This one is called an olëamára, or river-berry. It’s mentioned in chapter 2, part 1 of The Tale of Fëor and Ërna. As usual, I include a short explanation for this herb in the journal, which reads: Similar to sálwëamárár, olëamárár are believed to form when wandering spirits meet and mingle with the gift of Ëolna. In this case, however, the miþra occurs when Lua-aligned fëár dance along rivers (olëár) and mingle with…

From the Journal: Olëamára

After several years, I finally drew a new herb in my (second) worldbuilding journal! This one is called an olëamára, or river-berry. It’s mentioned in chapter 2, part 1 of The Tale of Fëor and Ërna. As usual, I include a short explanation for this herb in the journal,…

TToFaË: A Dawn from the West, Part 4 (Video) This is PART 4 of CHAPTER 1 If you haven’t experienced the previous part yet, you might want to go back. The Tale of Fëor & Ërna (TToFaË) is a fantasy web novel inspired by a blend of Japanese otaku culture (manga, light novels, anime, etc.) and old-fashioned high fantasy (Tolkien, medieval literature, folklore, history, etc.). If you enjoy those things, you’ll probably like this, too! Read the entire story so far (for free) here at feolnir.com/stories All art has been drawn by fëolnir, the author, using Clip Studio Paint!

Join me as I read “A Dawn from the West, Part 4” from my free fantasy web novel: The Tale of Fëor & Ërna!

If you’re new to the story, though, make sure to start with part 1! There are a lot of illustrations, maps, and definitions in this video to help you along, as well.

TToFaË: A Dawn from the West, Part 3 (Video) This is PART 3 of CHAPTER 1 If you haven’t experienced the previous part yet, you might want to go back. The Tale of Fëor & Ërna (TToFaË) is a fantasy web novel inspired by a blend of Japanese otaku culture (manga, light novels, anime, etc.) and old-fashioned high fantasy (Tolkien, medieval literature, folklore, history, etc.). If you enjoy those things, you’ll probably like this, too! Read the entire story so far (for free) here at feolnir.com/stories All art has been drawn by fëolnir, the author, using Clip Studio Paint! ♫ = “Eþýralýr (2018 harp ver.)” by fëolnir

The tale continues! 🎉 Join me as I read the next part of my fantasy web novel, The Tale of Fëor and Ërna! 📖