The Fellowship of Fifty

They said it would take a small band to change the world.

Not a legion, not a kingdom—just a fellowship.

The first fifty names were inked on the scroll.

The first fifty flames to light the beacon.

And here you are.

Fifty subscribers may seem like a humble milestone in a world of algorithms and endless scrolls, but to me, it’s monumental. You didn’t just click "subscribe." You stepped into a realm shaped by story. You joined a growing company of readers, nerds, dreamers, and wanderers who believe—like I do—that stories matter. That myth and meaning belong together. That faith and fantasy can share a campfire.

Thank you. Truly. Your support and presence mean the world to me. I am deeply grateful to each of you.

Whether you've read every post or just found your way to this corner of the map, your presence here fuels the journey. I don’t take it for granted. You’re not background NPCs—you’re integral party members, each with a unique role to play in our shared adventure.

We’ve just crossed the first threshold, but the quest is only beginning. In the coming weeks and months, I look forward to sharing with you what’s to come. Get ready for an exciting journey that we will embark on together!

Eight fantasy and sci-fi novels from my father and me are getting published.

One of the exciting things to look forward to is the “Dann Hero” serialization – A metafictional journey through archetype and authorship. This unique storytelling experience will take you on a journey of discovery and adventure.

Plus: Lorekeeper Leather behind-the-scenes, creative devotionals, and the occasional rabbit hole.

The Monomyth Road is long, the map incomplete, and the narrator slightly unreliable.

But the company is strong.

If you know someone who still believes in Third-Person Omniscient storytelling with multiple points of view, gritty action, and relatable characters, invite them to join us. Share this post. Please bring them to the lore fire. The Fellowship grows by word of mouth, by pixel and parchment alike. Your sharing can help us reach more like-minded individuals and strengthen our community.

And remember, if you ever want to reach out, my inbox is always open. Your thoughts, feedback, and ideas are always welcome and valued.

The Scroll of Fifty (my way of saying thank you)

We few who walked when roads were dim,

With stars above and hopes grown slim,

Have etched our names in fire and ink.

Not on stone, but at the brink

Of tales untold and yet begun.

Each mark a vow, each name a spark,

A torch to light pathways dark,

From swallowing the song too soon.

For those who dream beneath the moon

Or whisper to the rising sun.

The Scroll of Fifty, rough and rolled,

Holds not the rich, nor the wise, nor the bold,

But those who choose, with open eyes.

To read the truths behind a disguise,

And walk where myths and mercy run.

No crown rewards, no banners fly,

And yet we claim the endless sky,

Not by might or gilded prize.

But through the courage to arise

And follow words like ancient drums.

So let this scroll be sung, not sealed,

A living thing, forever healed,

By every soul who dares believe.

That even now, we still can weave

The stories time forgot to tell.

With gratitude, myth, and mischief,

Dann

Lorekeeper of the Monomyth

"Stories are seeds. You're the first orchard."