As an avid Dwarf, Orc, and Saurian enjoyer, and a constant for playing the Chivalrous Kingdoms. I have never learned to love the Beastmen more than in this writing Jam. The two stories I’ve read on them thus far have been absolutely phenomenal.
This one reminded me a bit of WolfWalkers, at least with the setup, and I loved how much care you put into crafting Yak-dul.
I also loved the minute detail of the story referring to Yak-dul as an “it” when it’s from the Gaoler’s perspective, and refers as “her” when it’s from a more omniscient perspective.
The only thing that I’m not sure on is how it follows the theme,
If it does, perhaps it’s just a bit murky.
In any case, a story that’ll stick with me much longer than this event will…