A written and visual FANTASY CHRONICLE
It is the first story in the Daichen Chronicles, a number of tales set in the high fantasy world of Nostarna. It will be a trilogy of novels accompanied by a visual art companion, focused on the self discovery of a young woman trying to find her place in a world of ancient magics, prejudice and consequences. This website will allow you to explore some of the main characters and locations that Eideann crosses on her journey of discovery. Use the menu above or scroll down to check out the four main characters, or browse a few of the small story snippets, or read about the dark goings on of the pirate capital of Ravahn.
Eideann's journey brings her into contact with all kinds of people across Nostarna. Take a chance with the morally ambiguous Dark Merchants, or walk a mile in the shoes of a brother of the Spears. Lounge in the decadent but deadly world of the Gilda or simply find out what it means to be Daichen, regardless of where in the world you are.
CHARACTERS
Below are the four main characters from The Whaler Girl, click on their images to find out more, or for an overview of all the characters currently part of The Whaler Girl, click the button underneath the images.
EIDEANN KINNAIRD
Hero of the story, the whaler girl, weaver of oceans and devil of the high seas
SAUL KINNAIRD
Father of Eidy and leader among the Spears, with a soft spot for the whales he hunts
LANYRA TARNAH
Eidy’s closest friend, with a unique heritage among Daichen, wielding both solar and lunar powers
KALAM DEMANDROS
Leader of the Dark Merchants, a charismatic manipulator who values loyalty above all else
FACTIONS
THE GILDA /COURTESANS
Not a harem, the women would slay you on the spot for suggesting it. Kalam ultimately chooses the members of this unique group for their extraordinary gifts and sees to it they are well rewarded for their loyalty. Some aspire to join the ranks, to some it is a gilded prison they fear to leave on pain of death.
THE DARK MERCHANTs
Led by the fearsome Kalam Demandros, the Dark Merchants run whatever the law abiding seamen won't. If you want something not on the menu, these are the guys you come to. Beware their price, though, it's not always what it seems.
THE SPEARS
The whaling band of brothers who keep the northern trade alive. A job that comes with an inordinately high risk of death, hunting the huge horned whales for their highly prized oil. The Spears are the celebrities of the hard, northern climate.
DAICHEN
Children of the Gods themselves, find out about the history of these gifted folk. From the giants of the Lunar Glades, to the varied practices of the Sanguari. Even the feared Dragon Twins of the Fyre Islands.
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Explore the world of Nostarna
Whether it is the rigorous tradition of Varlsbeyn, the thrill of the whale hunts in the Galinn Seas, the raucous and cutthroat streets of Ravahn, or the decadent Courtesan Quarters, Nostarna is full of strange customs and intriguing people. Click any of the images or titles below to learn more about these key locations and cities across the world.
Varlsbeyn
One of the larger towns on the northern coasts, Varlsbeyn is famed for its whale hunters, known as the Spears and its shattered monolith. Hardy folk who take no nonsense, this is a place with a strong sense of community but little patience for those who fall outside the norm.
GALINN Seas
By turns beautiful and deadly, the Galinn Seas give and take in equal measure from the people who live along its coastline. Many widows mourn at the Grave of the Lost due to wild encounters with its animals or violent snow storms. Gigantic horned whales, packs of squid and delicate, translucent jellyfish are a few of its inhabitants.
RAVAHN
Ravahn is an ancient city built among the rock stacks where you can find almost anything, if you can pay its price. Endless winding pathways and staircases open into huge cavernous spaces carved with powers long since forgotten. Hundreds of ships come and go from its many docks and ports and many a dead man can be found shackled in its deep caves.
COURTESAn
Quarters
Nestled in the higher places of Ravahn, bathed in its long months of sun, the personal quarters of the Gilda can be found. Reflective of the women who occupy them, they are heavily guarded. Some of the finest merchant stores and craftsmen in the southern hemisphere of Nostarna can be found here. It is the ultimate place to be seen if you are someone.
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