Category: the crystal crux

  • 10 Year Anniversary

    10 Year Anniversary

    In November of 1193, despite Rome’s objections. the emperor appointed a Spanish caballero, Pero de Alava, to be the judicature of affairs in and around the Italian fortress guarding and taxing the bridge over the Volturno River in Capua. It was Pero’s first imperial commission. The Spaniard didn’t know it…

  • Imaging The Crystal Crux Series In Pictures

    Imaging The Crystal Crux Series In Pictures

    I’ll start by saying I do not approve of how AI is being used to steal from the creative talents of real artists in all fields of art.I believe AI could and should have a role in helping solve many of humankind’s problems including healthcare, but I hate the idea…

  • The Philosophy Behind Eliade In The Crystal Crux Book Series

    The Philosophy Behind Eliade In The Crystal Crux Book Series

    The innumerable force continued to chant their war cry; weapons raised above their heads. “Vicar! Vicar! Vicar!”Pero turned back to Areion who had retracted his wings. Beneath the hooves of the qilin was the carcass of some dead animal or man, Pero couldn’t be sure which. “Where are we going?”…

  • Writing Update March 24 2025

    Writing Update March 24 2025

    “Much is at stake,” Gherardus reminded Sinibaldus. “I’m putting a great deal of faith in you. You must be sure. If Pero outwits you and somehow escapes Eagles Pass, there will be hell to pay.”“No one escapes from Eagles Pass. Pero de Alava shall die.” The giant used both hands…

  • End Of February Writing Update 2025

    End Of February Writing Update 2025

    I have some exciting news.Possibly because of the cold and some snow we have been getting here in Wisconsin, I have spent more time at my laptop (actually my laptop, which I had for nearly 7 years finally died on me. I am currently working on a Chromebook. First time…