Introduction
UNTITLED STORY (Thure Khan gazed out across the shifting vastness . . .) 200 words, unfinished.
The narrative unfolds in the Dawn Desert where Thure Khan, a formidable figure, contemplates his future and ambitions as he gazes out into the vast, shifting landscape. His thoughts are heavily influenced by his cherished long, straight sword, which he aspires to adorn with jewels as a symbol of his prowess and status as the foremost swordsman in Thul. Amid his reflections, a mysterious youth appears suddenly before him, seemingly out of nowhere—a common phenomenon in the desert known for its deceptive and ever-changing visual conditions. The youth matches Thure Khan in stature, build, and even eye color, but differs in skin tone and hairlessness, marking him distinctly.
Characters
- Thure Khan – The central character of the story, a swordsman with deep ambitions to become recognized as the greatest in his land by enhancing his prized sword with jewels.
- Mysterious Youth – A young stranger who appears suddenly before Thure Khan, sharing many physical traits with him but differing in skin tone and the presence of hair, adding an element of mystery and potential challenge to the narrative.
Published in:
- THE LAST OF THE TRUNK OCH BREV I URVAL, Paradox Entertainment, March 2007
- THE LAST OF THE TRUNK, Robert E. Howard Foundation Press, November 2007
- THE EARLY ADVENTURES OF EL BORAK, REH Foundation Press, March 2010
- EL BORAK VOLUME 2 DELUXE EDITION, Providence Press, November 2020 (Italian)
- THE EARLY ADVENTURES OF EL BORAK, Ultimate Edition, REH Foundation Press, September 2024