Winner of a Swollen BudAcademy Author Index
Last Updated: 9/26/2005
After The Volcano
Winner of a Swollen Bud
This story is about a father seeking revenge against Xena meets a bard looking for a loved one lost in a natural disaster.
On a rescue mission to a remote northern outpost, the Bard and Warrior must put their skills to the test to help a starving people who are being stalked by a malevolent, vengeful force.
The only way Gabrielle can save Xena is by solving the riddle of a mysterious circle of stones.
Gabrielle is forced into a very uncharacteristic role and Xena must control all her natural impulses under threat of tragic loss.
This is a tale of hatred, murder and revenge as Xena and Gabrielle come to the aid of a besieged village. With weapons unexpectedly becoming a liability, they must turn to their wits instead.
Xena and Gabrielle answer a summons concerning a ruthless episode from the former warlord's past. Driven by her guilt to attempt to resolve dire consequences for which she feels responsible, Xena finds that not only is the survival of the Kingdom of Horses at stake, but her own and Gabrielle's destiny as well.
Xena and Gabrielle meet an extraordinary old man who presents them with a cruel dilemma. Can safeguarding the greater good sometimes come at too high a price?
When Xena sets out to avenge an old wrong, she and Gabrielle must face not only the re-awakening of her dark side, but of a volcano.
Xena and Gabrielle battle against an ancient evil which is greedy to possess the warrior's soul.