L. Cyrus Whelchel
@lcyruswhelchel.bsky.social
🖋️ Librarian & Fantasy Author || Worldbuilder || Chaotic Library Wizard || Level 37 Gamer
- Current WIP: Ballad's End (Faumen War Chronicles 3)
I write books, play tons of RPGs, & gush about cats.
🔗: https://linktr.ee/lcyruswhelchel
- Current WIP: Ballad's End (Faumen War Chronicles 3)
I write books, play tons of RPGs, & gush about cats.
🔗: https://linktr.ee/lcyruswhelchel
#AwesomeCharacters
Let’s be real—the first thing folks are gonna notice about Kai are the tails and cat ears poking up from the top of his head.
He tries to not let stares bother him, though his children are a bit more…annoyed by anyone staring a bit too hard.
Let’s be real—the first thing folks are gonna notice about Kai are the tails and cat ears poking up from the top of his head.
He tries to not let stares bother him, though his children are a bit more…annoyed by anyone staring a bit too hard.
December 23, 2025 at 10:13 PM
#AwesomeCharacters
Let’s be real—the first thing folks are gonna notice about Kai are the tails and cat ears poking up from the top of his head.
He tries to not let stares bother him, though his children are a bit more…annoyed by anyone staring a bit too hard.
Let’s be real—the first thing folks are gonna notice about Kai are the tails and cat ears poking up from the top of his head.
He tries to not let stares bother him, though his children are a bit more…annoyed by anyone staring a bit too hard.
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 23
One of the largest animals in Livoria is the bulwark deer. About the size of an African elephant, they are one of Alezon's 6 Great Beasts & known for their enhanced, almost human-level, intelligence.
One of the largest animals in Livoria is the bulwark deer. About the size of an African elephant, they are one of Alezon's 6 Great Beasts & known for their enhanced, almost human-level, intelligence.
December 23, 2025 at 7:27 PM
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 23
One of the largest animals in Livoria is the bulwark deer. About the size of an African elephant, they are one of Alezon's 6 Great Beasts & known for their enhanced, almost human-level, intelligence.
One of the largest animals in Livoria is the bulwark deer. About the size of an African elephant, they are one of Alezon's 6 Great Beasts & known for their enhanced, almost human-level, intelligence.
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 23
My all-time favorite Christmas story is easily A Christmas Carol. Specifically, my fave adaptation is Mickey's Christmas Carol! I make sure to watch it at least once every holiday season.
My all-time favorite Christmas story is easily A Christmas Carol. Specifically, my fave adaptation is Mickey's Christmas Carol! I make sure to watch it at least once every holiday season.
December 23, 2025 at 7:07 PM
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 23
My all-time favorite Christmas story is easily A Christmas Carol. Specifically, my fave adaptation is Mickey's Christmas Carol! I make sure to watch it at least once every holiday season.
My all-time favorite Christmas story is easily A Christmas Carol. Specifically, my fave adaptation is Mickey's Christmas Carol! I make sure to watch it at least once every holiday season.
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 22
While animals on Nixtral aren’t inherently magical, they can be forcibly evolved via prolonged generational exposure to Origin.
This is how the Great Beasts evolved, their intelligence greatly enhanced by Origin exposure in past generations.
While animals on Nixtral aren’t inherently magical, they can be forcibly evolved via prolonged generational exposure to Origin.
This is how the Great Beasts evolved, their intelligence greatly enhanced by Origin exposure in past generations.
December 22, 2025 at 5:21 PM
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 22
While animals on Nixtral aren’t inherently magical, they can be forcibly evolved via prolonged generational exposure to Origin.
This is how the Great Beasts evolved, their intelligence greatly enhanced by Origin exposure in past generations.
While animals on Nixtral aren’t inherently magical, they can be forcibly evolved via prolonged generational exposure to Origin.
This is how the Great Beasts evolved, their intelligence greatly enhanced by Origin exposure in past generations.
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 22
My favorite memories growing up were definitely of enjoying my grandmother’s pot roast every Christmas dinner. I never got her recipe for how she did it before she passed, but I still remember how delicious it was with the whole family at home.
My favorite memories growing up were definitely of enjoying my grandmother’s pot roast every Christmas dinner. I never got her recipe for how she did it before she passed, but I still remember how delicious it was with the whole family at home.
December 22, 2025 at 5:17 PM
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 22
My favorite memories growing up were definitely of enjoying my grandmother’s pot roast every Christmas dinner. I never got her recipe for how she did it before she passed, but I still remember how delicious it was with the whole family at home.
My favorite memories growing up were definitely of enjoying my grandmother’s pot roast every Christmas dinner. I never got her recipe for how she did it before she passed, but I still remember how delicious it was with the whole family at home.
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 21
In The Brumewalker Archives, mavericks are volunteers who venture into the jungle in search of food & items that can be refurbished into something useful.
These dives, as they’re called, can be dangerous if the winds blow heavy Brume into an area.
In The Brumewalker Archives, mavericks are volunteers who venture into the jungle in search of food & items that can be refurbished into something useful.
These dives, as they’re called, can be dangerous if the winds blow heavy Brume into an area.
December 21, 2025 at 6:27 PM
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 21
In The Brumewalker Archives, mavericks are volunteers who venture into the jungle in search of food & items that can be refurbished into something useful.
These dives, as they’re called, can be dangerous if the winds blow heavy Brume into an area.
In The Brumewalker Archives, mavericks are volunteers who venture into the jungle in search of food & items that can be refurbished into something useful.
These dives, as they’re called, can be dangerous if the winds blow heavy Brume into an area.
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 21
I feel like Veldi would get Osvald either a book on a topic he likes or something practical like a writing set.
Conversely, Osvald would also get Veldi something practical like a repair kit for her malaiku. Neither of them care for fancy trinkets.
I feel like Veldi would get Osvald either a book on a topic he likes or something practical like a writing set.
Conversely, Osvald would also get Veldi something practical like a repair kit for her malaiku. Neither of them care for fancy trinkets.
December 21, 2025 at 6:10 PM
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 21
I feel like Veldi would get Osvald either a book on a topic he likes or something practical like a writing set.
Conversely, Osvald would also get Veldi something practical like a repair kit for her malaiku. Neither of them care for fancy trinkets.
I feel like Veldi would get Osvald either a book on a topic he likes or something practical like a writing set.
Conversely, Osvald would also get Veldi something practical like a repair kit for her malaiku. Neither of them care for fancy trinkets.
#DeckTheHalls
Despite an initial urge to put Morgan here, I feel Ione is the perfect candidate for the Strength card.
Her low points show her doubting her usefulness to the party, seeing herself as weak. However, she has a fierce desire to protect those she loves & has a paladin’s heart deep down!
Despite an initial urge to put Morgan here, I feel Ione is the perfect candidate for the Strength card.
Her low points show her doubting her usefulness to the party, seeing herself as weak. However, she has a fierce desire to protect those she loves & has a paladin’s heart deep down!
December 21, 2025 at 4:57 PM
#DeckTheHalls
Despite an initial urge to put Morgan here, I feel Ione is the perfect candidate for the Strength card.
Her low points show her doubting her usefulness to the party, seeing herself as weak. However, she has a fierce desire to protect those she loves & has a paladin’s heart deep down!
Despite an initial urge to put Morgan here, I feel Ione is the perfect candidate for the Strength card.
Her low points show her doubting her usefulness to the party, seeing herself as weak. However, she has a fierce desire to protect those she loves & has a paladin’s heart deep down!
I’ve made a few characters I can probably say I’ve had crushes on.
The deepest, however, is definitely Orelia. Despite having a preference for tomboys, Orelia is the closest I’ve gotten to what I consider an ideal partner.
She’s sweet, sassy, independent, & adventurous, though a bit temperamental…
The deepest, however, is definitely Orelia. Despite having a preference for tomboys, Orelia is the closest I’ve gotten to what I consider an ideal partner.
She’s sweet, sassy, independent, & adventurous, though a bit temperamental…
December 21, 2025 at 1:43 AM
I’ve made a few characters I can probably say I’ve had crushes on.
The deepest, however, is definitely Orelia. Despite having a preference for tomboys, Orelia is the closest I’ve gotten to what I consider an ideal partner.
She’s sweet, sassy, independent, & adventurous, though a bit temperamental…
The deepest, however, is definitely Orelia. Despite having a preference for tomboys, Orelia is the closest I’ve gotten to what I consider an ideal partner.
She’s sweet, sassy, independent, & adventurous, though a bit temperamental…
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 20
Today’s snippet is from Oaths of Life and Death, specifically our introduction to Fusette and Archbishop Jovanni, leader of the Windbringer Church.
Today’s snippet is from Oaths of Life and Death, specifically our introduction to Fusette and Archbishop Jovanni, leader of the Windbringer Church.
December 20, 2025 at 7:11 PM
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 20
Today’s snippet is from Oaths of Life and Death, specifically our introduction to Fusette and Archbishop Jovanni, leader of the Windbringer Church.
Today’s snippet is from Oaths of Life and Death, specifically our introduction to Fusette and Archbishop Jovanni, leader of the Windbringer Church.
#Smutcember Snip Share!
This snip from Chapter 12 of Conquering Shadows is the first of many ‘close calls’ between Kai and his lovely ladies, Maple & Orelia.
This snip from Chapter 12 of Conquering Shadows is the first of many ‘close calls’ between Kai and his lovely ladies, Maple & Orelia.
December 20, 2025 at 4:23 PM
#Smutcember Snip Share!
This snip from Chapter 12 of Conquering Shadows is the first of many ‘close calls’ between Kai and his lovely ladies, Maple & Orelia.
This snip from Chapter 12 of Conquering Shadows is the first of many ‘close calls’ between Kai and his lovely ladies, Maple & Orelia.
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 20
The majority of realms have outlawed slavery. One of the few to still cling to the practice is the Corlati Federation, who preach human supremacy over the faumen.
This viewpoint was a major trigger that was exploited to ignite the Faumen War…
The majority of realms have outlawed slavery. One of the few to still cling to the practice is the Corlati Federation, who preach human supremacy over the faumen.
This viewpoint was a major trigger that was exploited to ignite the Faumen War…
December 20, 2025 at 2:11 PM
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 20
The majority of realms have outlawed slavery. One of the few to still cling to the practice is the Corlati Federation, who preach human supremacy over the faumen.
This viewpoint was a major trigger that was exploited to ignite the Faumen War…
The majority of realms have outlawed slavery. One of the few to still cling to the practice is the Corlati Federation, who preach human supremacy over the faumen.
This viewpoint was a major trigger that was exploited to ignite the Faumen War…
#DeckTheHalls
Without a doubt, Orelia is the perfect fit for The Star. Her character arc centers around hope & justice.
At the same time, her lowest points see her in the throes of despair or wondering if her father sees her as a disappointment due to her rebellious nature.
Without a doubt, Orelia is the perfect fit for The Star. Her character arc centers around hope & justice.
At the same time, her lowest points see her in the throes of despair or wondering if her father sees her as a disappointment due to her rebellious nature.
December 19, 2025 at 7:49 PM
#DeckTheHalls
Without a doubt, Orelia is the perfect fit for The Star. Her character arc centers around hope & justice.
At the same time, her lowest points see her in the throes of despair or wondering if her father sees her as a disappointment due to her rebellious nature.
Without a doubt, Orelia is the perfect fit for The Star. Her character arc centers around hope & justice.
At the same time, her lowest points see her in the throes of despair or wondering if her father sees her as a disappointment due to her rebellious nature.
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 19
Most realms have progressed past slavery and servants are paid for their work.
Galstein is the gold standard, with many nobles in the Queendom paying their servants quite well. This attitude has led many realms to adopt similar pay for workers.
Most realms have progressed past slavery and servants are paid for their work.
Galstein is the gold standard, with many nobles in the Queendom paying their servants quite well. This attitude has led many realms to adopt similar pay for workers.
December 19, 2025 at 10:44 AM
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 19
Most realms have progressed past slavery and servants are paid for their work.
Galstein is the gold standard, with many nobles in the Queendom paying their servants quite well. This attitude has led many realms to adopt similar pay for workers.
Most realms have progressed past slavery and servants are paid for their work.
Galstein is the gold standard, with many nobles in the Queendom paying their servants quite well. This attitude has led many realms to adopt similar pay for workers.
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 19
Been a while since our last #writingq: Do any of your characters have a side hustle or hobby that they make money from?
After the Faumen War, Kai and 2 of his friends, Ione & Teos, work on a lucrative side business in creating a distillery (1/2)
Been a while since our last #writingq: Do any of your characters have a side hustle or hobby that they make money from?
After the Faumen War, Kai and 2 of his friends, Ione & Teos, work on a lucrative side business in creating a distillery (1/2)
December 19, 2025 at 10:29 AM
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 19
Been a while since our last #writingq: Do any of your characters have a side hustle or hobby that they make money from?
After the Faumen War, Kai and 2 of his friends, Ione & Teos, work on a lucrative side business in creating a distillery (1/2)
Been a while since our last #writingq: Do any of your characters have a side hustle or hobby that they make money from?
After the Faumen War, Kai and 2 of his friends, Ione & Teos, work on a lucrative side business in creating a distillery (1/2)
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 18
Several of my MCs have their own little chores, though most are rarely talked about on-page.
Kai, for example, serves as the primary cook in his household. This includes harvesting and preparing fresh tea for his family.
Several of my MCs have their own little chores, though most are rarely talked about on-page.
Kai, for example, serves as the primary cook in his household. This includes harvesting and preparing fresh tea for his family.
December 18, 2025 at 4:21 PM
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 18
Several of my MCs have their own little chores, though most are rarely talked about on-page.
Kai, for example, serves as the primary cook in his household. This includes harvesting and preparing fresh tea for his family.
Several of my MCs have their own little chores, though most are rarely talked about on-page.
Kai, for example, serves as the primary cook in his household. This includes harvesting and preparing fresh tea for his family.
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 18
Admittedly, my favorite holiday is probably Thanksgiving, if only because of what it represents.
I have a…strange relationship with Christmas, Halloween, & a few other holidays.
Admittedly, my favorite holiday is probably Thanksgiving, if only because of what it represents.
I have a…strange relationship with Christmas, Halloween, & a few other holidays.
December 18, 2025 at 2:03 PM
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 18
Admittedly, my favorite holiday is probably Thanksgiving, if only because of what it represents.
I have a…strange relationship with Christmas, Halloween, & a few other holidays.
Admittedly, my favorite holiday is probably Thanksgiving, if only because of what it represents.
I have a…strange relationship with Christmas, Halloween, & a few other holidays.
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 17
Tailors & blacksmiths are the primary craftsmen associated with clothing / armor repair.
Among my major characters, Iolanthe of The Garden of Levot is an Aerivolk seamstress & tailor who lives outside the port city of Targa.
Tailors & blacksmiths are the primary craftsmen associated with clothing / armor repair.
Among my major characters, Iolanthe of The Garden of Levot is an Aerivolk seamstress & tailor who lives outside the port city of Targa.
December 17, 2025 at 6:34 PM
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 17
Tailors & blacksmiths are the primary craftsmen associated with clothing / armor repair.
Among my major characters, Iolanthe of The Garden of Levot is an Aerivolk seamstress & tailor who lives outside the port city of Targa.
Tailors & blacksmiths are the primary craftsmen associated with clothing / armor repair.
Among my major characters, Iolanthe of The Garden of Levot is an Aerivolk seamstress & tailor who lives outside the port city of Targa.
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 17
I read my first Rebecca Yarros book this year, deciding to finally see what Fourth Wing was all about.
I was pleasantly surprised by it, though I've also heard some mixed reviews about Iron Flame, the next book in the series.
I read my first Rebecca Yarros book this year, deciding to finally see what Fourth Wing was all about.
I was pleasantly surprised by it, though I've also heard some mixed reviews about Iron Flame, the next book in the series.
December 17, 2025 at 6:28 PM
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 17
I read my first Rebecca Yarros book this year, deciding to finally see what Fourth Wing was all about.
I was pleasantly surprised by it, though I've also heard some mixed reviews about Iron Flame, the next book in the series.
I read my first Rebecca Yarros book this year, deciding to finally see what Fourth Wing was all about.
I was pleasantly surprised by it, though I've also heard some mixed reviews about Iron Flame, the next book in the series.
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 16
Give me the anime elves any day! Especially the ones who can do that adorable ear wiggle!
Give me the anime elves any day! Especially the ones who can do that adorable ear wiggle!
December 16, 2025 at 6:09 PM
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 16
Give me the anime elves any day! Especially the ones who can do that adorable ear wiggle!
Give me the anime elves any day! Especially the ones who can do that adorable ear wiggle!
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 16
Kai and Ione are the FWC crew’s primary cooks. Kai is the more naturally talented of the two, but Ione has years of kitchen experience.
In fact, even after the War, Kai continues cooking for his family & refuses to hire a professional chef.
Kai and Ione are the FWC crew’s primary cooks. Kai is the more naturally talented of the two, but Ione has years of kitchen experience.
In fact, even after the War, Kai continues cooking for his family & refuses to hire a professional chef.
December 16, 2025 at 6:02 PM
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 16
Kai and Ione are the FWC crew’s primary cooks. Kai is the more naturally talented of the two, but Ione has years of kitchen experience.
In fact, even after the War, Kai continues cooking for his family & refuses to hire a professional chef.
Kai and Ione are the FWC crew’s primary cooks. Kai is the more naturally talented of the two, but Ione has years of kitchen experience.
In fact, even after the War, Kai continues cooking for his family & refuses to hire a professional chef.
Plushies! All of the plushies! Also, official art of my main characters so that I might bring said plushies to life.
After that, bookmarks, keychains, official maps, & prints of all sizes.
If I could get backing for it, some animated series and/or movies wouldn’t be out of the question either…
After that, bookmarks, keychains, official maps, & prints of all sizes.
If I could get backing for it, some animated series and/or movies wouldn’t be out of the question either…
December 15, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Plushies! All of the plushies! Also, official art of my main characters so that I might bring said plushies to life.
After that, bookmarks, keychains, official maps, & prints of all sizes.
If I could get backing for it, some animated series and/or movies wouldn’t be out of the question either…
After that, bookmarks, keychains, official maps, & prints of all sizes.
If I could get backing for it, some animated series and/or movies wouldn’t be out of the question either…
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 15
In FoR, Ford & his sisters keep a small flock of ducks, primarily for their eggs.
Due to their village's location in Hilderic's expansive pine forests, removing dead needles & collecting firewood are also fairly common chores throughout the year.
In FoR, Ford & his sisters keep a small flock of ducks, primarily for their eggs.
Due to their village's location in Hilderic's expansive pine forests, removing dead needles & collecting firewood are also fairly common chores throughout the year.
December 15, 2025 at 7:21 PM
#DecemberWorldbuilders Day 15
In FoR, Ford & his sisters keep a small flock of ducks, primarily for their eggs.
Due to their village's location in Hilderic's expansive pine forests, removing dead needles & collecting firewood are also fairly common chores throughout the year.
In FoR, Ford & his sisters keep a small flock of ducks, primarily for their eggs.
Due to their village's location in Hilderic's expansive pine forests, removing dead needles & collecting firewood are also fairly common chores throughout the year.
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 15
My biggest low was definitely getting my job offer that brought me north rescinded due to a hiring freeze. That definitely set my plans back some years.
Still, I'm trying to make what I can of it even in a job where some folks just don't like me...
My biggest low was definitely getting my job offer that brought me north rescinded due to a hiring freeze. That definitely set my plans back some years.
Still, I'm trying to make what I can of it even in a job where some folks just don't like me...
December 15, 2025 at 7:16 PM
#FantasyIndiesDecember Day 15
My biggest low was definitely getting my job offer that brought me north rescinded due to a hiring freeze. That definitely set my plans back some years.
Still, I'm trying to make what I can of it even in a job where some folks just don't like me...
My biggest low was definitely getting my job offer that brought me north rescinded due to a hiring freeze. That definitely set my plans back some years.
Still, I'm trying to make what I can of it even in a job where some folks just don't like me...
Share your couples art!
December 15, 2025 at 7:33 AM
Share your couples art!