Redbeard: Bounty Hunter-Ten Tales of Shadria

by Jack Pendleton

Bounty Hunter- Ten Tales of Shadria is an introduction to the strange world of Shadria, where a symbiotic relationship exists between regular humans, and those who open themselves up to the channeling of magical energy to become Denovians. On Shadria the use of magic cripples the body, but allows for the transference of energy into implements and devices enabling people to see in the dark, communicate over long distances, fire bolts of energy from side arms, and even fly. As human nature takes over, men turn to using these tools for evil. Centuries of war ensue, until the seven civilized kingdoms of Shadria enact an uneasy peace. Their armies are transformed into a force of marshals. A single code of law, known as the Canon, is agreed to throughout all of Shadria, with the Marshals to enforce it. Before long, bounty hunters rise as an alternative means for fugitives from the law to be brought to justice. Enter the bald headed, scarlet-chinned Redbeard. Join the hunt, and follow the brutal and pragmatic Redbeard as he carves a swath across the super-continent in pursuit of conmen, outlaws, and bandits. Watch him battle ferocious hybrid creatures created through a twisted perversion of magic. Follow him home to his three wives- Morgan a rescued socialite; Kelsi a fellow bounty hunter; and Una a puma halfbreed. Bounty Hunter- Ten Tales of Shadria will take you on an illustrated adventure through murder, honor, betrayal, loyalty, and deception, touching weird and hidden corners of the Renaissance world of Shadria.

264 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 2004