Published: 1 Jan 2018
Reading Order for World
“George of Sedona” begins on Earth and moves to World. It introduces George, Arthur, Gary, and Larry who become companions. This is the first story translated and should be the first read. It’s a little rough, but does a lot of world building, explaining concepts that are key to all the stories of World, Arcadia, and Elvenhold. (All the early stories are based on D&D campaigns.)
Rocky and Marty are introduced in Chapter 1. Their story continues in “Master of Fire,” which rejoins “George of Sedona” near the end of that story.
George and Arthur visit the Elven town of Bramble, and meet Danny and Greyeyes, who have roles in other stories.
During a visit to Bowling Green, George and Arthur meet Gary’s family, some of whom play roles in other stories. They meet James and his brother. James is the protagonist of “Knight Templar in Training.” Consider reading “Knight Templar in Training” after reading Chapter 14 of “George of Sedona.”
“Master of Fire” starts on Earth a month or so after Chapter 1 of “George of Sedona.” It rejoins “George of Sedona” near the end of that story. Consider reading “Master of Fire” any time after reading the first chapter of “George of Sedona” and before reaching the end of that book.
“Knight Templar in Training” Tells of James’s experiences as an agent for the most Senior Cleric in Arcadia. He meets Kenneth, who becomes his protégé and acolyte. They will join “In the Prince’s Secret Service” at Chapter 5. Consider reading “Knight Templar in Training” before beginning “In the Prince’s Secret Service.
Rudy, who appears in “Master of Fire” has another cameo in “Knight Templar in Training” and other stories.
“In the Prince’s Secret Service” which is followed immediately by “Fortress of the Troll Mage” introduce Patrick, an Elven Mage/Healer , Alan, the human son of one of the Prince of Arcadia’s privy counselors, and Thom, a human boy rescued from brigands. Prince Auric appears, briefly. Patrick and Alan are joined by James and Kenneth in Chapter 5 of “In the Prince’s Secret Service.”
“June Bug,” who appears in “Fortress…” has a cameo role in a later story.
“Sword of the MacLachlan” follows “In the Prince’s Secret Service” and “Fortress of the Troll Mage.” Reading those stories, first, will make “Sword…” more understandable.
The “Translator” stories begin on Earth and conclude on World some 50,000-60,000 years before the time of Prince Auric. It would be useful, but not necessary, to read them before reading “Dragon’s Treasure.”
“Dragon’s Treasure” can be read as a stand-alone; however, there is a tie in to an earlier story, “Translator I and II.” It might be worthwhile to read those, first.
“Durch Ferne Welden und Zeiten” brings together people from nearly all the above stories, and should not be read until they have been read.
“The Messenger Boy” is mentioned in “In the Prince’s Secret Service.”
“Barrett the Beggar” takes place somewhen else than most of the other stories.
“The Paladin” takes place some 50-60,000 years before the reign of Prince Auric. It begins on Earth and moves to World. Some events are mentioned in other stories, but knowledge of them is not critical. On the other hand, it’s one of the better stories.
“The Squire and the Acolyte” takes place around the time of Prince Auric’s reign, but does not link with other stories – yet.
“Arthur in Eblis” is the story of two boys, separated by kidnappers and the companions they gather trying to find one another in a country ruled by evil. It does not directly link with any other story; however, readers of “Recoil” may recognize one of the characters.
“Recoil” takes place entirely on an Earth Analogue in the 21st century. It is a post-modern description of the military, gay marriage and dystopian themes based on the war on terrorism.
“Fire and Ice” takes place in the Elven city of Barbicanna and ends in the Human city of Paxunt. One theme links weakly with “George of Sedona.”
“Global Explorer” stories take place on an Earth Analogue in the early 21st century. They are unrelated to the stories of World, Arcadia, and Elvenhold.
“Three Worlds” (originally the “0300 Series”) takes place on three different Earth Analogues, and are unrelated to other stories.
“Redneck Trailer Park” is a collection of stories (two, presently – others being considered) on an Earth Analogue. Presently, they do not relate to other stories.
Questions? Contact David at David dot Mcleod at CastleRoland dot Net.
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