Breaking the Chains of the Curse: A Quest for Redemption

The Curse of Shadows and Thorn Legends and tales of ancient curses have always been a fascinating subject for many cultures. They spark wonder, fear, and curiosity about the supernatural, the unknown, and the power it holds over individuals. One such story that has intrigued explorers and adventurers for centuries is the Curse of Shadows and Thorn. The Curse of Shadows and Thorn is said to originate from an ancient civilization that thrived deep within the heart of a dense forest. This civilization, known as the Aegis, was known for its advanced knowledge of magic and its ability to harness the power of shadows. However, they were also remembered for their ruthless conquests and the suffering they caused to neighboring regions.

Step 3. Adhere the halved cauldron in place using hot glue. Since this is only temporary until the crack filler dries, don’t worry about putting too much glue.

sammydog01 There is a shoe company on Amazon that has a mid-heel printed with flowers with eyes, and if I were bold enough to order heels online I d have had them for months by now. The previous year ones that you had to break open to replace batteries, sorry I don t remember the battery number but they were button cells, not coin type.

However, they were also remembered for their ruthless conquests and the suffering they caused to neighboring regions. The Aegis were notorious for their insatiable desire for power. Legends say that the leader of the Aegis, a powerful sorcerer named Mordred, made a pact with a dark entity known as Akraziel.

A Mediocre Halloween special at Dollar Tree

Mediocre (though not yet cracked) flasks in stock at Dollar Tree in the Halloween section (get there now, buy it before its gone).

Also new cackling witches and skulls/ghosts that moan out Happy Halloween. This year they do NOT come with built in batteries; you need to provide your own but the upside is the battery case and switch is much nicer than previous years and you CAN replace the batteries without breaking the figures apart…

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@chienfou We usually set up a row of them on the porch rail on Halloween; as trick or treaters walk up they trip them in sequence so they do a lot of cackling. Sorry, no bananas

@duodec
I was just in a dollar tree (not my dollar tree though) yesterday and we didn’t have Halloween stuff up yet actually happy bc it still summer and I want to enjoy it.

@duodec @Star2236 Around here, you’d have trouble getting the candy out to the car before it melted into a solid mass - and if you didn’t bring a cooler and some ice packs, the heat inside the car will finish the job anyway.

Needs a banana for scale!

@tinamarie1974 Did you see what Costco has.
My favorites are the pumpkin lights, but they’re expensive. (Not as $$ as the ghoul, though!)
https://www.costco.com/halloween.html

@tinamarie1974 I’m a little unhappy about it; stuff sells out and now I’m having to buy 3 months ahead to make sure I have it. Dollar Tree may or may not restock any particular item. The motion sensing witches and skulls are already half gone at the closest store.

@Kyeh @tinamarie1974
Bandit on the other hand would leave a trail of tiny holes as he climbed up to get to his face.

@chienfou @Kyeh Charlie would be terrified, as would my niece. But it is pretty cool. Still trying to figure out what this years costume will be. Niece recently discovered Kiss and she is in love! Wants the two of us to dress up as them. I really hope she changes her mind between now and October. Not that I dont love Kiss, I just dont want to be Paul Stanley.

@duodec @tinamarie1974
I agree way too early for Halloween stuff. And most of the time with dollar tree when an item is gone it’s gone so you have to get it now.

@duodec @Star2236 @tinamarie1974 I only accept the Christmas stuff I see in August when it’s in the craft store. People need time to make their cards, decorations, etc., so putting the supplies out now makes sense. Halloween stuff should stay in their boxes until mid-September.

@sammydog01 Maybe you can develop an adaptor that takes them and wire that in. Between yours and what others have I am sure you could keep it going all season.

@sammydog01 The new ones this year all seem to use a pair of AAA batteries. The previous year ones that you had to break open to replace batteries, sorry I don’t remember the battery number but they were button cells, not ‘coin’ type.

@duodec I have an unreasonable number of AAA batteries from Woot events. I hope I can find a witch in stock.

@duodec I’m stealing your idea about lining the front walk but it will mostly be with orange lanterns that stay lit and don’t scare the kids. I checked and I have two unopened boxes of 36 AAA’s I got at Woot because they were cheap and I’ll probably use them someday? AND I AM!

@sammydog01 Huzzah! FWIW the little ones were not scared, more fascinated by the witches, But last year the ghosts didn’t growl Happy Halloween, they did a kiddy-voice “Trick or treat, smell my feet, give me something good to eat”. The witch’s cackling has stayed the same for at least the last 2 years.

@sammydog01 We also got a mister (amazon has them) with different color LEDs that runs off a USB power supply; its meant for tabletop water displays. Put that in a halloween store black kettle filled with black and dark purple/blue glass stones then top with water, so in the corner of our porch there’s a cauldron that glows and has steam flooding off it and onto the ground. It puts out enough mist to visibly travel a foot or so from the kettle and it gives a cold clammy feeling if you get your hand in the mist. That one gets attention. Wish we could easily get 120v power to that corner; I’d put a more powerful one in a larger cauldron. No need for those fogger fluid boxes that you need for larger spaces.

@duodec I have a little mister in a plastic cauldron. It’s one thing that makes it out every year. I love the glass stones idea, I bet I can get some at the craft store. Foggers didn’t work that well for me and were a pain in the ass, especially the bubble fogger that I had high hopes for.

@sammydog01 I saw mist cauldrons, scary doorbells, and snack holders that look like scalped skulls held up by bony hands (in multiple colors) today, many of them in the plus aisle (which is $3 - $5) Also some interesting candles, I’ll try to post pics. The ribcage is also a candle, and there are flask candles behind them that I just noticed.

@sammydog01 The mist cauldron is wimpy. It works but the mist is thin and faint, would only work in a dark area where the LEDs in the cauldron are the only light. I’m going to stick to a pond mister.

I was at Lowes yesterday. They had two skeleton witches, one of which was playing the drums (with music playing) and the other standing there moving around (upper body, was otherwise in place). A bit bigger than human sized tall. No idea if they were for sale or just obscenely early decorations.

Dollar Tree is going to bankrupt me a buck and a quarter at a time. (Love the flowers with eyeballs.)

@sammydog01 There is a shoe company on Amazon that has a mid-heel printed with flowers with eyes, and if I were bold enough to order heels online I’d have had them for months by now.

@sammydog01 We also got a mister (amazon has them) with different color LEDs that runs off a USB power supply; its meant for tabletop water displays. Put that in a halloween store black kettle filled with black and dark purple/blue glass stones then top with water, so in the corner of our porch there’s a cauldron that glows and has steam flooding off it and onto the ground. It puts out enough mist to visibly travel a foot or so from the kettle and it gives a cold clammy feeling if you get your hand in the mist. That one gets attention. Wish we could easily get 120v power to that corner; I’d put a more powerful one in a larger cauldron. No need for those fogger fluid boxes that you need for larger spaces.

In exchange for unlimited power and domination over the land, Mordred offered the soul of every citizen of his civilization. Akraziel, an entity of pure darkness and malice, accepted the deal and granted Mordred his desired powers. However, he also placed a curse upon the Aegis that would forever haunt them and their descendants. The curse was two-fold, forever binding their souls to an eternity of shadows and inflicting excruciating pain through the growth of thorns within their bodies. As time passed, the Aegis grew corrupt and fell into a state of chaos. The curse consumed them, turning their bodies into twisted, shadowy figures with thorns protruding from their flesh. The once-proud civilization became a shadow of its former self, both figuratively and literally. The curse gradually spread beyond the borders of the Aegis's kingdom, affecting anyone who came into contact with them. It is said that those who fell victim to the Curse of Shadows and Thorn would suffer a similar fate, turning into shadowy beings with thorns slowly engulfing their bodies. The Curse of Shadows and Thorn was believed to be unbreakable, but tales speak of a prophecy that foretold the release from the curse. According to the prophecy, a descendant of the Aegis would arise with a heart pure enough to resist the darkness and the thorns. This chosen one would possess the power to reverse the curse and free the souls trapped within the shadows. While the Curse of Shadows and Thorn remains a topic of fascination for many, its existence is considered by some as nothing more than a cautionary tale. However, there are those who claim to have witnessed the shadowy figures with thorns firsthand, often warning others to avoid the heart of the cursed forest where they are said to roam. Whether the Curse of Shadows and Thorn is a product of imagination or a gruesome reality, it serves as a reminder of the consequences of seeking power at any cost. It is a warning to those who might lean towards the path of darkness, urging them to choose a different course and avoid the haunting fate that befell the Aegis civilization..

Reviews for "The Curse of Shadows and Thorned: A Haunting Legacy"

1. John - 2/5 - I was really disappointed with "Curse of Shadows and Thornd". The plot was confusing and uninteresting, and the characters felt extremely flat and one-dimensional. I had a hard time connecting with any of them or feeling invested in their stories. Additionally, the pacing was way too slow for my liking, and I found myself getting bored and wanting to skip ahead. Overall, this book just didn't live up to my expectations and I would not recommend it.

2. Sarah - 1/5 - Oh boy, "Curse of Shadows and Thornd" was a total flop for me. The writing was incredibly dull and lacked any sort of creativity or imagination. The dialogue felt forced and unnatural, and the descriptions were bland and uninspiring. I also found the world-building to be weak, with little explanation or depth. The whole reading experience was like a chore, and I struggled to push through to the end. I would advise others to steer clear of this book unless they enjoy mind-numbingly boring fantasy stories.

3. Emily - 2/5 - I had high hopes for "Curse of Shadows and Thornd", but unfortunately, it fell short. The story had potential, but it was marred by poor execution. The pacing was inconsistent, with slow and dragged out sections followed by rushed and confusing moments. The characters were forgettable and lacked development, making it difficult to care about their fate. The author seemed to rely too heavily on clichés and tropes, which made the book feel unoriginal and uninspired. While there were some interesting aspects, they were overshadowed by the overall mediocrity of the novel.

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