Citizens Of Antiford The Phantom of Black Leaf and Earl
Lucas Merriweather Buford
The Story of Steven Copley
Phinneus Caractacus Cromwell
Fisty Cuffs!
Captain Leo Swift
Tonic Trouble!
Captain Leo Swift
What May Come In The Sands
Lucas Merriweather Buford
Masquerade Mayhem
Captain Leo Swift
Desperate Dream
Dayntie Feoil
Rise of the Scorpion
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
Diederich The Great, Episode 1: The Uninvited Guest
The Emperor of Prush
The Dregs of The Revolution
Annabelle Bardeneen
Diederich The Great, Episode 2: Knock Knock
The Emperor of Prush
There is always a bar fight
Captain Leo Swift
Arrest Record
Annabelle Bardeneen
Battle of the Titans
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
The Aftermath
Phinneus Caractacus Cromwell
The Storm That Lit Fires
Lucas Merriweather Buford
Well Island Journals
Lucas Merriweather Buford
Glassless Garden
Kent Nicholas
The Eye of the Storm
Captain Leo Swift
The Gazelle Sets Sail
Captain Alexander Nolan
WhiteWashed
William White
What Rilain Does When She's Left Alone on The Gazelle
Huntress Rilain Svain Mortador
Dreams
Captain Alexander Nolan
Mission to Barroh Camp
Phinneus Caractacus Cromwell
Monsters In The Dark
Captain Alexander Nolan
Diederich The Great,Episode 3 Into the Dark
The Emperor of Prush
Copper in the Grime
Lucas Merriweather Buford
Solve a short mystery in Gearford's underbelly, told in the second person. Your name and that of your lover are gender neutral, so imagine them as you like.
Ink version here: copper-in-the-grime.ink
Weekly Report #1
The Emperor of Prush
The Demon Revolution, Part One
Gregor Osvo
Rilain S. Mortador, Cryptid Hunter: Episode One - Crocotta
Huntress Rilain Svain Mortador
Voyage Home
Captain Alexander Nolan
Thoroughly Thrashing!
Captain Leo Swift
The Truth About Water
Annabelle Bardeneen
Hello Jacques
Lucas Merriweather Buford
Blue Skies
Captain Alexander Nolan
Beginnings
Victoria Bezel
Rilain S. Mortador, Cryptid Hunter: Episode Two - Snerra
Huntress Rilain Svain Mortador
Land of the Ice and Snow
Lucas Merriweather Buford
Leo Finds An Old Friend
Captain Leo Swift
The Death of the Baron
The Baron Nester Delgado of Argenstrath
As the cascade pushes the baron closer to death, he searches blindly for a cure, but at what cost?
The Arbiter (Second Edit)
The Baron Nester Delgado of Argenstrath
Tiff In Town
Lucas Merriweather Buford
especially handsome CEOs and door kicking, "airship commodores".
Elspeth
Professor Leopold Phillip Featherstonhaugh
The World Born Anew: An Odysseus story
Captain Leo Swift
Invisible Shadow
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
Moving forward in Argenstrath
The Baron Nester Delgado of Argenstrath
A Scattered Mercian Homestead
Annabelle Bardeneen
Introducing, his benevolence, the Earl.
Earl Robin Ronalds
All Entries, Moghs 1894
Maisy-Maude
The Manticore
The Baron Nester Delgado of Argenstrath
The Death of Monopoly
Lucas Merriweather Buford
A new automaton is born that could change everything one day, but new business rivals threaten to change everything far faster than that.
Hjem Archives: Drohtynvethr
Astrid Westergaard
A fraction of the document defining elite military behavioral conduct c. 1512
Property of Hjem National Archives.
Translated in 1886 by Astrid Westergaard.
Desert Fire
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
The Black Sleeves
The Baron Nester Delgado of Argenstrath
A Tale of Love and Hardship ( working title )
Captain Leo Swift
James, a man who lost everything but his daughter must risks everything to find her a safe home.
( New kind of style of story I'm going for here, let me know what you think )
An oral history of the great Demon war
The Emperor of Prush
Stories of the great demon war.
The Heartlong's Calling Parts 1-3
Dr. Tobias Bloom
Doctor Tobias Bloom has been well around the world. He's lived a lifetime of fighting and violence, and he sets sail for Antiford to try and escape it all. What he finds instead is a mystery and a discovery that could shake Antiford to its core.
Lenora's Diary
Lenora W. Bentley
Lenora's mother had given her a diary to help cope with their sudden relocation to Nyxiana and the loss of her father, Solomon. Except Lenora has some other plans on what to use the diary for, she will be writing to her father as often as she can regarding her antics as of late and her progression on their final project together. So without further ado I present to you Lenora's Diary.
Titanian Language 101
Astrid Westergaard
An introductory lesson in Titanian language for non-natives. You too can learn to say "I love pizza" in the language of the Yeti.
Mechanical Daughter
Lucas Merriweather Buford
Meredith's life gets complicated all at once when a deal with the Grande Theatre puts Adele in a starring role.
Diederich The Great,Episode 4 Bite out of crime
The Emperor of Prush
Diederich and his crew deal with crime and proper grooming techniques.
Demons
Lucas Merriweather Buford
Lucas recalls adventures past while waiting for an acquaintance to help him journey once more.
The Empirical Newspaper: World News Section
The Emperor of Prush
The Order of The Badger
Lucas Merriweather Buford, Phinneus Caractacus Cromwell, and Abigail Beatrix Cormac
The origins of our modern subversive organization, the Order of the Badger.
Found Entries, Fi and Firch
Maisy-Maude
The Mayhem Afterwards
Annabelle Bardeneen
When a technocrat dies, they round up known enemies of the state. Annabelle is a known radical. This is problematic.
Timothy's Garage
Lucas Merriweather Buford
A mechanical engineer and his gear-head wife finish their steambike.
This was done for the Short Story Challenge.
There is Something in the Woods
Maisy-Maude
Of Sand And Water
The Emperor of Prush
Life
on a Prush water drill in the Istoki Desert.
A Short Story Challenge story.
Kasey's Story
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
Kasey finally gets his own story!
A Short Story Challenge story.
Specks of Paint
Lucas Merriweather Buford
Elin spends her Lieday by the sea.
A Short Story Challenge story.Fresh Off the Boat
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
Welcome to Araz, Gentlemen.
A Short Story Challenge story.
The Salesman and the Doctor
Phinneus Caractacus Cromwell
A thirsty man travels in the desert and finds a new path.
Originally written for the Short Story Challenge, additional sections added later.
Open Book
Astrid Westergaard
Bran// A vacancy opens up in the Ministry of Civilization.
Written for the Short Story Challenge
Thoughts of a Victim as if Written on Paper
Maisy-Maude
What is going on? What are they doing? Who will help us?
193 words for the Short Story Challenge
Of a Monster and Mouse
Bird Von Wal
Love letter
The Emperor of Prush
Letter found on the body of Markus Eichel 8th Confederate legion on the battlefield of Rebiska in Sharpwich, Prush Empire.
A Chance Meeting
Olivia Annette Adams
The story of how Olivia's parents met.
Submission for the Short Story Challenge
The Body of Wilhelm Karsett
The Baron Nester Delgado of Argenstrath
Dr. Greskin is examining what is believed to be the resurrected body of dead captain. Could it really be a miracle of science, or is it a trap left behind by the insidious Dr. Thyous?
Fairly Adventurous
Eugenia Addelfellow
Professor Addelfellow reveals the origins of her adventurous spirit to the crew of the Windshear.
Informational Flow
Annabelle Bardeneen
Replacing Button
Lucas Merriweather Buford, Phinneus Caractacus Cromwell, and Abigail Beatrix Cormac
The Order of the Badger's their adventures after the infamous Charles Button incident.
A New Mission
Phinneus Caractacus Cromwell
The Northstar is rebuilt and Phinneus receives a new mission.
Prush Empire Military Roster
The Emperor of Prush
A Detailed list of The Prush Empires fighting forces.
(May Decrease over time)
Court with the Emperor
Lucas Merriweather Buford
Lucas meets with the Prush Emperor to sell him war machines.
The Consequences of the Past
Olivia Annette Adams
Because She Can
Cecelia Artemius Turner
Cecelia never did truly like to play by the rules. Her brother knew this, and so did her mother. That didn't mean they liked it, though.
Antiford Unhinged
Lucas Merriweather Buford
A series of creepy, unreal stories
The 1883 Antifordian Revolution
Lucas Merriweather Buford, Phinneus Caractacus Cromwell, and Abigail Beatrix Cormac
A reference to the Antifordian Revolution.
Lunch With Esther
Lucas Merriweather Buford
Lucas catches up with his late wife's sister over lunch.
Poetry and Blood
Lucas Merriweather Buford
This is a typical evening for William Bittersworth the deviant poet.
This Was Supposed To Be Easy...
Bird Von Wal
Bird's most recent battle... a few weeks after The New Years celebration, Bird is hired as a driver and guard...
His & Mine
Astrid Westergaard
Astrid //A series of flash fiction stories in which Astrid and Ronan ditch every ceremony required of them during their betrothal.
Written for the Spring Flash Fiction Challenge
Heart of an Empire, Soul of a Worker
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
William Prescotesh struggles with becoming a Perdadu.
Waiting for Julian
Lucas Merriweather Buford
Across the Pond
Lucas Merriweather Buford
Meredith spends some months in Kuu in search of a script-scroll writer for the Fallinbannao office.
Hear Now! Hear Now!
Gilbert Melker Wrathchild
News clips, things yelled from newsstands, rumors, and sometimes out right lies.
The Cabin Girl
Lucas Merriweather Buford
Prush pirates try to perform a perilous plunder. Cabin girl Zula does her best to prove her worth as a pirate.
Written as a part of the Airship Flash Fiction.
New Captain
Phinneus Caractacus Cromwell
Final Charge
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
In the Antiford-Prushian War, not everything is as cut and dry as it once was.
Border Patrol
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
Captain Prescotesh of the Kantebury Army sits at the border of Kwazulite. His men defend against a Vibranni Orange Tribe attack.
The Drop of Blood
Gilbert Melker Wrathchild
The Fall of Pumpgrad, The Rise of a Empire
The Emperor of Prush
An Afternoon Explanation
Annabelle Bardeneen
Young Annabelle is curious as to what the "New Antiford" her parents keep talking about is supposed to be like. Her uncle does his best to explain.
The story of Kenneth Vermoor. aka "the Gauntlet of Denbolt"
Jameson Skyfel
The backstory to a 3D RPG known as the Gauntlet of Denbolt.
Moving Forward
Lucas Merriweather Buford
Lucas decides it's time for Bob to get an upgrade, Esther to cheer up, and his intern to stop making so many mistakes.
Takes place after Lunch With Esther and at the same time as Across The Pond.
Discovery Day
Lucas Merriweather Buford and Gilbert Melker Wrathchild
The Order of the Badger decides to attend the Discovery Day celebrations and hear the technocrat announcements.
What’s announced will change Antiford forever.
The Old Man and the Sky
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
A young Midshipman laments his position on a Vimana class Patrol Airship, and the old Captain who commands it.
A Mission for the Baron
The Baron Nester Delgado of Argenstrath and Captain Leo Swift
Leo Swift and his crew have been hired by an unexpected client. The Baron Delgado has an important mission for the crew of the Caelum Navis. Should the brave captain return with the infamous cannons, The Hounds Lash, he will be greatly rewarded. Not with gold or jewels, but something far more valuable to Swift, his past.
Diplomacy
Lucas Merriweather Buford
Lucas Buford discovers the role the Technocracy wants him to play, and encounters an old acquaintance is stuck in the middle of it just as much as he is.
We have a what?
Annabelle Bardeneen
In which the exact definition of "Prime Minister" is debated and ignored.
Intriguing Prospects
Olivia Annette Adams
Prime Minister Flash Fiction story:
Olivia learns of the new Prime Minister in Antiford
The Prush War of Imperial Reclamation
Lucas Merriweather Buford and The Emperor of Prush
The war where Diederich Eirck VonKresser reclaimed his imperial heritage and conquered the Confederacy in Prush.
Meeting Marigold
Phinneus Caractacus Cromwell
Phinneus' reaction to the news of the new prime minister.
Part of the Prime Minister Flash Fiction Challenge.
Foundations of Change
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
The Prime Minister's Inaugural Ball
Gilbert Melker Wrathchild
The Discovery Day Party that suddenly became The Prime Minister's Inaugural Ball.
Written for Prime Minister Flash Fiction Challenge.
Shadow over Stockaan
Kent Nicholas
Some experiences are best suppressed and forgotten.
A Fox at the Ball
The Baron Nester Delgado of Argenstrath
The Baron Delgado attends the Inaugural Ball for the Prime Minister being held at Mistfell. (Based on the story by Gilbert Melker Wrathchild)
Two Baggers and Hob
The Baron Nester Delgado of Argenstrath
A pair of workers go about their business during the late night among the dark alleyways of Gearford.
Local Politicians
Annabelle Bardeneen
The House of Engineers still exists, and some of them even try to govern, poor naïve souls that they are. Written for the Good technocrat challenge
Helping Hands
Phinneus Caractacus Cromwell
A man lends a hand to a family in need.
Submission to the Good Technocrat Flash Fiction Challenge.
Reconstruction Committee
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
Who cleans up after all these adventures?
Excelsior
Theodore Emelior Beem
A Constable's Dilemma
Theodore Emelior Beem
After an explosion is followed by the mysterious appearance of an airship, Constable Julia Vane is sent to investigate by her technocrat superiors. She goes to the police precinct in Mayberry and discovers a most unusual individual at the center of the unrest. What will she do? How will she respond? This is chapter two in the Curious Tale of Theodore Emelior Beem. This chapter was inspired by the Good Technocrat Challenge.
The Return
Kent Nicholas
Kent is back, and before we can learn about what he's been up to, he must look into a murder.
Moving On
Astrid Westergaard
Grimwall// Detective Arthur Grimwall hates celebrations. And change.
Written for the Prime Minister Flash Fiction Challenge
The Gang of Misbegottens
Theodore Emelior Beem
The Gang of Misbegottens, a band of young thieves in the Mayberry District are presented with an interesting proposal by a curious and mysterious stranger. They will need to decide whether Theodore Emelior Beem is someone who can be trusted. Where might this partnership lead?
This story is the third chapter of the Curious Tale of Theodore Emelior Beem and follows the "The Constable's Dilemma." It takes place over four years before the events in "Excelsior."
Strafing Run
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
People keep thinking Arnett isn't comfortable on Airships. However, he is confident in his abilities on board an Airship.
It's All Part of the Plan
Astrid Westergaard
Astrid// When there's a rage-filled mob boss after you, you've gotta stay one jump ahead.
Written for the Airship Flash Fiction Challenge
First Flight (Part I of the Adventures of Young Theodore)
Theodore Emelior Beem
Once upon a time, Theodore Emelior Beem was just a young teen with dreams of flying. Then his friend John was terrorized by some Mayberry bullies. What could he possibly do to help?
The story of Young Theodore Continues in "Indomitable."
Inspired by the "Child's Play" Flash Fiction Challenge, this story offers a flashback to the early life of T.E Beem, who was first introduced in "Excelsior".
Night of the Slunk
The Baron Nester Delgado of Argenstrath
This is taken from a series of stories I wrote but never published on the site. It's a tale of an ill-fated airship crew and the mysteries of the dark unknown. Hope you enjoy.
Revolution’s Catalyst
Gilbert Melker Wrathchild
On the morning of Revolution, Gearford burns.
Curiosity Almost Killed The Librarian
Theodore Emelior Beem
A flashback to the week following the death of Charles Button. While Gearford is in a tumult, Theodore Emelior Beem is working late at the Science and Technology library. What he'll find will shock him.
Inspired by the Flash Horror challenge.
In the chronology of Theodore Beem's life, this story takes place after The Gang of Misbegottens, but before the story Excelsior.
A Library Fine Comes Due
Theodore Emelior Beem and Lucas Merriweather Buford
Lucas Merriweather Buford comes to the Science and Technology Library in Gearford and learns the importance of returning books on time and paying his fines.
This was submitted for the Horror Flash Fiction Challenge.
A Demon's Wager
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
Tulio Basit teaches a tough lesson behind a Paorrean saying when he comes to collect.
Second Thoughts
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
Two bandits overlook a promising caravan and argue about how to handle it.
The Ships of Delgado
The Baron Nester Delgado of Argenstrath
A drunken conversation in a pub one night reveals more of the history of the Delgado airship fleet and the origins of asmyr.
The Fate of Elbin the Vibranni
The Baron Nester Delgado of Argenstrath
A poor Vibranni tramp finds himself in the lair of the malicious Dr. Thyous.
An Unexpected Turn
The Baron Nester Delgado of Argenstrath
New evidence regarding the attack on The Arbiter comes to light, just as a visitor arrives to declare the wishes of the Technocracy.
Nothing Ever Matters
Gilbert Melker Wrathchild
Nothing ever matters to Gilbert.
Gorrn’s Blessings to you. fnord.
Stronghold of the Dead
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
A landing party is sent to Well Island to assess what failed with an attempted colony there.
Mechanized Muscle
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
A small town needs some help setting up a well. Scorpios II is willing to help.
Becoming Maia
Maia
Astrid's Multimedia Challenge
Astrid Westergaard
this is the second time I've written this damn thing, so y'all better read it.
for the Multimedia Challenge.
Poisoned Flowers
Astrid Westergaard
Bran// In Nyxiana, it is traditional to place a circle of white lilies on the coffin of the deceased as a blessing that will bring them peace and joy in the afterlife. Written for the Loss and Mourning Challenge.
A Chance Encounter
Annabelle Bardeneen
A chance encounter with an old school friend fortells of tragedy for Annabelle and her family.
Indomitable (Part II of the Adventures of Young Theodore)
Theodore Emelior Beem
After breaking both of his legs, life looked grim for young Theodore Emelior Beem. Just when his life was at a low ebb, he met a mysterious old man, who showed what might be possible. This story takes place shortly after the events in First Flight.
To learn what happens after this story go to "The Hero of Deepwater Bay."
These stories offer a further flashback into the early life of T.E Beem, who was first introduced in "Excelsior".
Dun'cahrun (Crime Syndicate)
Astrid Westergaard
A guide to a particular mob in Nyxiana/Argenstrath, lead by Ryan Holme.
The Hero of Deepwater Bay (Part III of the Adventures of Young Theodore)
Theodore Emelior Beem
This is the third story that follows the adventures of young Theodore Beem. It takes place after the events in the story, Indomitable. In this tale, young Theodore learns about the identify of his friend Willy, the old man who had befriended him when life had been at its lowest ebb.
This flash fiction was written for the Loss and Mourning Challenge.
The Man With the Calico Cat
Theodore Emelior Beem
Legs and Racers
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
Not For The Work
Maia
Ally
Maia
Home
Maia
Wanted Ad
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
The Woman On The Platform
Astrid Westergaard
Itinerant, No. 1 // This city only has two kinds of people: those who are thirsty or desperate and those who want to keep them that way.
The Stowaway
Phinneus Caractacus Cromwell
The captain of the Prelude discovers a stowaway on board.
Baptism
Astrid Westergaard
Bran// A stupid mistake on his birthday turns into an opportunity for Bran to prove his worth.
*IN PROGRESS*
All Rise
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
Epilogue
Gilbert Melker Wrathchild
Payback
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
How Sean Finian O'Brudhear Came to Gearford, Part the First
Sean Finian O'Brudhear
The Arnett Pass
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
The Austringer
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
The Mystery of Fox Hollow
Theodore Emelior Beem
Antiford is hosting the First Annual Librarian Conference in Gearford and its expected to be a grand affair. Librarians from all over Araz are expected to join the festivities.
Although Theodore Emelior Beem is less than pleased about the prospect of spending three days with his fellow librarians he is intrigued by the opportunity to spend the week at the mysterious Fox Hollow, which had formally been closed to the public. Together with new friend and fellow librarian Astrid Westergaard, they are forced to face down danger and solve a mystery which will test them in ways they could never have imagined. Thankfully, they have the help of their companions, Captain Fox, A Lesser Titanian Forest Cat and Arten, A Moon Faced Cave Bear.
Into The Underground
Lucas Merriweather Buford
Lucas & Esther go on a fancy double-date with Meredith & Tea to the famous restaurant, "The Underground".
Written for the Food Flash Fiction Challenge.
Rest Stop
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
Filleted and Sauteed: The taste of Sea Monster.
Captain Horatio Morlock
The crew aboard The Burning Duchess's Curse take a break from pirating for some swimming and fishing.
Written for FLASH Fiction Challenge- Food
Sean Finian O'Brudhear and the Bowl of Brown Stew
Sean Finian O'Brudhear
Sean Finian O'Brudhear arrives in Gearford and experiences the local cuisine.
Written for FLASH Fiction Challenge- Food but it ran long, and the writer was so enamored of every word that he was loathe to cut it.
Dinner is Served
Theodore Emelior Beem
Rocky Start
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
The Boarding Party at the Masquerade: The beginning of a new quest.
Captain Horatio Morlock
Quest for the Lost Treasure. Part I -The Blue lens.
Captain Horatio Morlock
Sky-Whale Ale
Lucas Merriweather Buford
Brewer Brothers on a desert adventure full of comedy and shenanigans.
Originally pitched for the Adventure Collection.
Edgeton Blues
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
William Teagon
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
Out With the Old Sheriff
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
Antiford Summary 1800-1900
Lucas Merriweather Buford
A summary of the major events and characters from the first decade of writing by the Antiford community.
There was an event where this was originally presented, along with a short workshop.
Lars' Gift
Lucas Merriweather Buford
The day that Lars gave Lucas the keys to the automatonics kingdom.
Chance Meeting
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
The Metal Menace- Kendall Nelly
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
Quest for the Red Lens.
Captain Horatio Morlock
Strike! Strike! Strike!
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
Mayor Horace Cotwell
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
B.I.T. Course Guide for 1900/1901
Lucas Merriweather Buford
The courses available for the two semesters of the school's first year.
Night Phoenixes vs The Iron Badgers
Captain Horatio Morlock
(A writen account on how a game of Perch Ball is played.)
After Finishing a job for the army the base commander requests for a Perch Ball match from Morlock and his team to play theirs.
My Deputy
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
Intro To Steampunk / Live Q&A - 2020
Lucas Merriweather Buford, Phinneus Caractacus Cromwell, and Abigail Beatrix Cormac
A steampunk beginner's guide and Antiford group Q&A performed for the Jewelry City Steampunk Virtual Festival 2020
10th Anniversary Video
Lucas Merriweather Buford, Phinneus Caractacus Cromwell, Abigail Beatrix Cormac, Captain Leo Swift, Astrid Westergaard, Lieutenant Joel Arnett, The Emperor of Prush, Ely Ograg, Gilbert Melker Wrathchild, Theodore Emelior Beem, and Lady Serena Delgado
Members and Friends of our community celebrate our 10th anniversary
Judgement Arc
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
Apprehensive Partnership
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
Papers and Machines
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
Guest of Honor
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
The Mountain
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
Provlima Dikaios
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
Target Practice
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
The Cannon and the Inventor
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
Manfred's Investigation
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
Borrow from Peter to Pay Paul
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
Pustiton Blues
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
Domville Blues
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
Aqueduct Ambush
Lieutenant Joel Arnett
Reputation Precedes You
Lieutenant Joel Arnett and Lucas Merriweather Buford
Escape from the Clockmaker's island
Captain Horatio Morlock
Website Updates for 2021
Lucas Merriweather Buford
- story
- blog
- guide
- poem / song
- adventure
- comic
- art
- world building