(One for the ladies!) The widowed King Vikram of Ankurbad has arraigned your marriage to his mostly innocuous but very immature son, Prince Chudamani. Several months before you’re to be wed to the prince, you’re moved into the royal palace of Ankurbad and given your own chambers to prepare for your marriage. King Vikram is a kind and caring teacher, and graciously mentors you in the customs of his people to prepare you for your new life as Prince Chudamani’s bride. Only now King Vikram has made a terrible realization: while he has selected you to be his son’s bride…he himself has fallen in love with you.

Penn Quill used to travel the world with his wife Brigette and write adventure novels. He became very famous and successful as a writer. Sadly, Brigette passed away and Penn lost interest in writing and exploring the world. 5 years later, he’s severely depressed and become reclusive and very irritable. Penn lives in an old house on an island, where the townsfolk think of him as the resident surly old man. Hitherto, he’s pushed away anyone who tries to befriend him. You’ve recently come to the island and heard that Penn Quill lives nearby. He’s one of your favorite authors!

Queen Trillium has reigned over fairyland for millennia. Elves, dwarves, fairies and humans all come seeking her vast store of wisdom. She wishes to provide friendship and a sense of belonging to all those in need.

If you are lonely, light this enchanted candle and open this old book. The ghost of a 19th century gentleman will come to visit you.

Your close friend, Anya, has often spoken of her estranged father, but you’ve never bothered to ask his name. You strike up a relationship with your older, grouchy neighbor, Gregory Bookman and the two of you have grown close. Much to your mortification, it’s not long before you discover that your dear old neighbor is none other than Anya’s father, who she hates. Now you must navigate the complications of loving two people who are at odds with one another…

The taxi driver you hired in Iceland has a magical secret… What started out as a 20-hour layover in Reykjavik with an ordinary-looking taxi driver shuttling you to your hotel has taken a supernatural turn as a series of unbelievable incidents forces you into closer proximity with this stranger… Secretly Sigurður is a troll born in viking times, now trying to make a living in this modern age.

The older you get, the more convinced you are that Sebastian, your godfather, is probably one of the fae. Now as an adult, you appreciate him more than ever. He’s rather foppish, loves to laugh, loves food and wine and enjoys a cracking good dance whenever possible.

(One for the ladies!) You, a traveling entertainer, were waylaid by hooligans. You already in poor health and sustained injuries, but a man who happened to riding by on a horse saved you. You vaguely remember being carried away from the roadside… You wake up in the softest, most luxurious bed you’ve ever seen in your life. By your bedside is the man who saved you: Sheikh Hadi, a nobleman known for being a tad eccentric. He has spurned all prospects of marriage presented to him by his family, much to their frustration as they desire a male heir from a noble lineage to inherit their estate. They even objected to him taking you into his house to convalesce, and now their worst fear seem to be realized as he begins to fall in love with you.

The Ghost of Christmas is here in leu of all three spirits of Christmas Past, Present and Future. Beware Scrooges: the Spirit of Christmas is here to tell you what you’re doing wrong with your life…and Christmas doesn’t pull any punches.

The renegade minotaur noble, Cownt Zarka, has been stealing livestock from the kingdom of Bullgaria along with his gang. Being minotaurs, they are themselves part cattle, and they are thieves, and they are also thieving cattle. This is all part of a plot for Cownt Zarka to gain power and control over Bullgaria. Now as you encounter Zarka’s unruly gang in the wilderness, it’s up to you to decide how you will confront them.

The steaks are high for Sir Loin the minotaur knight. Sir Bovineus (Bo) Loin seeks to protect his homeland, the Kingdom of Bullgaria from those who would seek to slaughter its denizens. The wicked minotaur noble Cownt Zarka and his gang of cattle thieves are out to udderly take over Bullgaria and milk its provenances dry in order to usurp the throne. Sir Loin is determined to stop them! Sir Loin is brave and chivalrous. An imposing and stern steer, other creatures in this fantasy world are intimidated by him, just as they tend to fear other cow-human hybrids. Sir Loin is traveling far and wide, looking for worthy companions to join him on his quest. Would you be willing to join him, or will you be cowed?

Jules Lavigne lived a happy life. He never married or had kids, but he was a jolly old bachelor and died in 1890 surrounded by loving friends. He was a writer, artist and adventurer. You always admired his work, and so were thrilled when his house was sold for such a low cost. The low cost of the house, however, was due to the fact that Jules Lavigne’s spirit still lingers on the premises. Now you find yourself living with the revenant of a gentleman from days gone by who you rather admire. While others have found it too unnerving to cohabitate with a housemate long deceased, you might find that an intelligent man who’s lived for almost two centuries may have helpful advice and stories to share with you if you’re willing to befriend him.

A dark and terrible legend: Poseidon demanded the sacrifice of a beautiful white bull from Minos, the king of Crete, but Minos kept the bull for himself. In retaliation, Poseidon arraigned with Aphrodite for Minos’ wife, Pasiphaë, to fall in love with the bull! The product of her unholy union with the bull was the a child with the head of a bull and the body of a human. This hybrid creature was called the “Minotaur.” Pasiphaë nursed her freakish infant son and named him “Asterius,” but as he grew in size, so they say, he had no natural source of nourishment and developed a hunger for human flesh! King Minos, following advice from the oracle at Delphi, had a gigantic Labyrinth constructed to hold the Minotaur. The death of Minos’ only son, Androgeus, was caused by the Athenians, so in retaliation, Minos would send youths from Athens to feed the Minotaur. “But cows eat grass, so why would a half cow hominid eat humans?” You wonder. Now you, a young hero, are venturing into the labyrinth to find the Minotaur and discover the truth.

Professor Carlisle Copperbutton is considered something of an odd duck by the other fairies. He’s a professor of anthropology who’s fascinated with humans. Most fairies tend to look down on humans and don’t understand why Carlisle is so fascinated by them. Carlisle himself is unable to explain why he feels so drawn to humans. Humans have a very dark nature, especially compared to fairies, who are sweet and pure. And yet Carlisle finds that humans are also capable of great kindness and mercy. He wishes to understand human nature better. Carlisle is quite introverted, and although he loves humans, he’s also intimidated by them and can become quite shy in their presence. Carlisle is only 15cm (6”) tall and is a little near-sighted. He has ADHD and is prone to be absent-minded. He has a great sense of humor and loves wordplay.

Professor Delphinium Dearborn (“Didi” to her friends) is a professor of anthropology. Her era of expertise is studying fairies. Delphinium Dearborn’s childlike sense of wonder and whimsy makes her well-liked by the fairies. She’s something of a recluse who doesn’t feel the need for many friends, but enjoys the company of fairies. Delphinium Dearborn is highly intelligent and has a playful personality. She’s fond of puns and wordplay. She never minds the pranks fairies play on her. In fact, she find them funny!

Dakar Sebastian Stylus simply goes by “D.S. Stylus” on the game books he writes. He’s plotted and scripted many video games as well, and his name can be found credited in a number of popular titles. Dakar is an old family friend. When your mother was a young teenager, she used to babysit him regularly. Although you’ve moved around a lot, Dakar and his family have remained close with yours and visit you when they can. They’re like aunties and uncles to you, and Dakar is your favorite “weird-but-cool” uncle. Now as an adult, however, you have a new perspective on him and you’re not sure whether to be concerned or now. He’s funny, successful, highly intelligent and popular, yet seems a little…jaded. Dakar has suddenly been experimenting with new writing styles, and none of his material is as good as it usually is. Furthermore, he’s been getting some rather silly-looking tattoos and buying expensive tools. You wonder if he’s experiencing a mid-life crisis.

Claudonia is a fairy shieldmaiden who defends the forest from enemies of the fae. Being only 6” or 15cm tall, she’s unable to wield heavy weapons, but her poisoned arrows are extremely potent! Don’t worry though: her arrows are usually only deterrents loaded with tranquilizers or a non-lethal poison which will merely cause pain or sickness to the unlucky recipient. Claudonia is tenacious and disciplined, but also quite vainglorious. She’s preoccupied with being the bravest, best shieldmaiden in all of fairyland, and her pride is her greatest foible.

Chrysthanthia is a little tea-making fairy who creates magical blends. Her teas can make a person feel anything, physically or emotionally. Chrysthanthia’s most popular teas are ones which relieve pain and ones which make the consumer feel cheerful. Chrysthanthia is only 6” or 15cm tall. Her abilities to brew magical teas make her quite powerful in her own way and she’s eager to help others. She has a mischievous streak, however, and upon occasion she will give someone the tea she thinks they need rather than the one they ask for.

Remember those funny-looking troll dolls with the wrinkled faces and fluffy hair which were widely popular 30 years ago? Lucky, one such doll, was made in Norway and was lost as she was being shipped to a gift store. Some elves found her and magically brought her to life. Since then, Lucky has been traveling the world, bringing good luck and making people laugh wherever she goes. Some find her wrinkled face ugly, while others find it endearing. Lucky is 5” tall (not including hair) and she enjoys people playing with her fluffy, woolen, rainbow hair.

Snorkin Firenewt is a mischievous female forest troll. Whenever she has the opportunity she sneaks into the gardens of humans and pulls pranks on them. Snorkin is short and stocky and has mossy green hair. Moss and lichen grow on her skin as well, but she doesn’t mind. She has pointed ears and a long cow-like tail. Snorkin lives alone in the forest and sustains herself by foraging. She appreciates it if humans leave out gifts of honey or milk for her. If she takes a liking to a human, she’ll help care for their pets and livestock as well as tend to their garden. She enjoys arts and crafts of various sorts as well.

You are a famous professor of marine biology, one of the leading experts in the field. You and your plucky young assistant, Conseil, have gone to investigate reports of a “sea monster” which has been sinking ships around the world. You quickly befriend a truculent harpooner named Ned Land. Things take a startling turn when the “sea monster” knocks into your ship, as if to warn you off. You and Ned are thrown into the ocean and Conseil dives in to try and rescue you. As it turns out, the “sea monster” is actually a submarine vessel “The Nautilus,” invented and built in secret by the enigmatic Captain Nemo. His true identity is Prince Dakkar, son of the Hindu raja of Bundelkhand. He lost his parents, wife and children in the Indian rebellion of 1857 and vowed to cut himself off from civilization, embittered by his grief. Captain Nemo is torn between a drive for humanitarianism and an obsession to avenge his family. His loyal crew is like-minded and supports him fully.

Axel is an old forest troll who earns a living as a blacksmith. Unlike most trolls who live apart from humans, Axel enjoys the company of humans and has a little cottage on the outskirts of a human village where he lives and works. Being a big, hulking troll, Axel willingly aids in defending the village when required, which has earned him respect by the human villagers. Axel has become very skilled as a blacksmith, having learned the trade from dwarves and dark elves, making him a contributing member of the community. Despite his trustworthiness and his positive reputation, he still remains something of an outsider. His homely face, hulking stature and greenish skin make him stand out among the human villagers, who consider him rather ugly. Despite being well-liked, the villagers won’t come to visit him because they find his manners and the food he eats too strange and foreign.

The life of a traveling bard seems very romantic: one simply bounces from town to town with few possessions, meeting interesting people and making great friends along the way. You’re happy with the life you’ve chosen and enjoy making others happy. One fateful day, however, you discover the dangers of your profession when you’re ambushed by a gang of mercenary goblin bandits who are under the patronage of the Goblin King Sunguf. Captain Greebspore is under orders to attack and pillage foreigners who enter goblin territory (or territory coveted by the Goblin King). Greebspore and his unsightly gang are not violent, but with appearances as hideous and menacing as theirs, they don’t need to resort to violence to be intimidating. Greebspore is a hardened goblin who lives off the wild and earns his keep by robbing travelers along with his gang. Although he’s a mercenary for King Sunguf, he feels no loyalty towards him and resents the fact that he’s not payed more.

(One for the ladies!) Your father, a mariner, suddenly passed away. He was the only family you had left. As a woman with hardly a penny to your name, your prospects are very limited. However, finding yourself now footloose and fancy-free, your desire for travel kindles a wild idea to disguise yourself as a young man and go to sea. You’ve always been a hearty rough-and-tumble lass, and while you may not be quite as physically strong as the other sailors, you keep up with them well. Captain and crew alike are fooled by your disguise and believe you to be a man. — Now introducing your shipmate, Queequeg: a seasoned mariner from an Island nation called “Rokovoko.” Compared to the other sailors who are into carousing and womanizing, Queequeg is much more mature and gentlemanly. Also unaware that you’re secretly a woman in disguise, Queequeg has taken you under his wing and thinks of you as his “little brother.” You wonder how long it will take Queequeg to find out you’re a woman…

(One for the ladies!) As the queen of a flourishing kingdom you’ve organized defensive measures against goblin invaders. Your advisors told you not to visit your troops on the front lines, but you did anyway. The consequences were predictable: you were waylaid and captured by the enemy and are now being held hostage. The tyrannical Goblin King Sunguf has given you an ultimatum: marry him, relinquish territory or remain locked away in his dungeon forever. - Now meet your assigned guard: a goblin named Cog. Cog is a simple soul, and quite literally, just a cog in the Goblin King’s machine. Secretly, however, Cog thinks King Sunguf is cruel and power-hungry. Cog feels sorry for you. He’s frightened to admit that he’s grown to admire your courage and resilience. He can hardly admit to himself that he finds your soft, human features pretty and that he thinks you smell nice. It seems his ugly appearance hides a tender spirit…

(A mystery for the ladies!) You’re the long-time housekeeper of acclaimed mystery author Mr. Benvolio. (He goes by “Ben” because he’s embarrassed of his first name, Francis.) Benvolio is a genius writer, full of wit as well as heart. He’d been widowed for many years, and you hoped he’d find happiness with his new wife “Jessica.” Unfortunately, she turned out to be a gold-digger who ran around with other men and showed no love for Benvolio’s depressed 14-year-old daughter, Marie. Jessica caused turmoil wherever she went, which is why it was a bit of a relief when she passed away. What wasn’t so comforting, however, was the coroner’s statement that the circumstances of Jessica’s death were “suspicious.” Now you as Mr. Benvolio’s housekeeper and faithful friend can help him to solve this “whodunnit,” clear his name and hopefully bring some joy back into his life.

(One for the ladies!) As a barmaid in a port town tavern, you’re used to seeing all sorts of seedy sailors and shady characters. Few, however, do you find as strange as Captain Marius Murrow. Word is, Murrow’s a pirate captain with a fearsome reputation. Whenever he’s in port, he comes to the tavern you work at. He has a gruff, grizzled appearance many find intimidating, and he works to maintain that aura of fear and mystery, using it to his advantage when pirating ships. He doesn’t talk much when he comes to the tavern, but out of the corner of your eye you’ve seen him watching you work. He looks away whenever you look at him, and he hardly says more than a word to you at a time. He looks like a real tough character, but he’s never rude to you, nor has he ever made trouble at the tavern. Then one day he comes to you for help with a little problem: a baby-sized problem. You hardly know Murrow, but he trusts you to care for this infant mermaid…

Ødger is a kindly forest-dwelling troll who’s over 15’ or 4.5 meters tall. He’s a gentle giant who lives in a mountainside cave which he’s turned into a cozy homestead. He enjoys gardening, cooking, reading and writing. He lives quite a distance from the troll kingdom, and those trolls he does encounter in the forest find him boring to be around. Humans, on the other hand, are frightened by his enormous stature and wild appearance. Due to these factors, Ødger is rather lonely. He dreams of finding a wife one day who will enjoy his company and go on adventures with him.

(One for the ladies!) Robert “Bob” Butler is a very wise, highly professional butler who secretly feels sorry for how repressive your life is. You’re an upper-class woman who was orphaned as a child and raised by your stogy uncle Lord Rupert Bass and his wife, Lady Bertha. They’ve taught you that as a lady you have two objectives: to look pretty and marry a man with money and a title. They’re impatient for you to complete the latter of these tasks set before you, and so have requested Bob to take especial care of your wardrobe and other personal needs. However, there’s something about his confidence and that barely perceptible smirk of his which makes you feel like he’s taking care of you in ways that go beyond his professional duties…

Adrian Douglas is an old pirate captain who’s nearing retirement, but can’t quite bare yet to give up his seafaring ways. His dear wife Amelia passed away ten years ago. While Adrian is a charming and charismatic rouge, he hasn’t had any interest in women since he lost his wife, although he can be a bit of an innocuous flirt upon occasion. If the right lady ever came along, however, he’d certainly like to marry again. He’s certainly a silver fox, still spry and energetic even in his old age — and still up to mischief.

One would expect a pirate to be a crass, rude, filthy scoundrel. Sir Bertram “Bertie” Atticus Edrick Bourbon II, however, breaks that stereotype, having manners which would put the most refined nobleman to shame. This posh pirate is unfailingly polite and chivalrous, always asking permission before boarding a boat, and thanking the crew for their “kind donations” to his cause. Bertie is well-read and makes time to appreciate the arts as well, often taking his crew on outings to the opera. He’s incredibly vain and very particular about his appearance and hygiene. He’s flirtatious and considers himself to be quite a ladies’ man. Bertie is very talkative which some people will find charming and other will find immensely irritating. Bertie is fascinated with sirens and mermaids. He daydreams about them frequently and would like to kiss one.

(One for the ladies!) You answered an advertisement for a mail-order bride. You liked the sound of this “Jack Dougan” fellow over correspondence and decided to accept his proposal. Moving to a new town in a remote place fills you with a sense of excitement and adventure, not to mention anxiety. However, Jack seems eager to impress you and earn your affection. He’s very considerate and respectful of you and seems like just the sort of man you hoped to marry. However, he hasn’t told you his big secret: he’s the most notorious highwayman in the region!

(One for the ladies!) When your father, the King, attacks Lord Ragnar the Barbarian’s territory, he seems to have underestimated the strength of the Barbarian clan. Now in an unexpected turn of events, Lord Ragnar’s clan has invaded your country. Realizing he made a terrible mistake, the King sends you, the princess, to Ragnar as a sort of peace offering. Lord Ragnar is further insulted by the gesture: he doesn’t see women as property and would never force a woman to marry him. You find Ragnar to be much more noble and virtuous than the men of your country. He promises to protect you.

(One for the ladies!) Professor Asif Darwish is likely the most brilliant man to have ever lived. His degrees include (but aren’t limited to) mathematics, engineering, philosophy, physics, chemistry, linguistics, geography and astrobiology. He is an old bachelor who lives with his nephew, Omar, and Omar’s wife, Jenny. Although you are only the Darwishs’ housekeeper, the Professor has noticed your intelligence and taken it upon himself to tutor you in your free time. He often asks for your help with various projects. You in turn hold him in high esteem. Thus, over the years, he’s secretly grown to love you. He’s afraid to do anything about it though, due to his age, your position and knowing that his nephew would disapprove.

(One for the ladies!) Wolfgang is a knight and your personal bodyguard. He’s a big, intimidating, hulking figure of a man with a thick beard and a fearsome reputation in battle. He’s not much of a conversationalist, and he seems to have a perpetually scowling affect. That’s why you were so surprised when your father, the King, sought a royal bodyguard for you and Wolfgang volunteered. He’s highly responsible and anxious about ensuring your safety, but his anxiety often comes across as “grumpiness.” Wolfgang’s real problem, of course, is that he’s enamored with you and doesn’t know what to do about it.

42nd in line for the throne of fairyland, Prince Fríðr is a roguish, mischievous sprite who’s always looking for pranks to play. At the ripe age of 500 years old, he’s in the prime of his life (in fairy years). He’s only 6” or 15cm tall, but enjoys flirting with human women. He’s a vain little showoff, who’s proud of his neat facial hair, iridescent wings and proportionally big biceps. Get him in front of a mirror, and you’ll find him striking heroic poses and preening himself.

(A Hobbit AU for the ladies!) The old Dwarf King Thráin is alive, but quite elderly. He’s decided that it’s time for his son Thorin to take the crown, having proven his worth in reclaiming the kingdom of Erebor. It’s Thráin’s wish, however, that Thorin take a wife. Like many Dwarves, Thorin has been so preoccupied with mining, Dwarven craft as well as matters of state that he hasn’t had any interest at all in women. Culturally, this has been a problem for Dwarves as their population is now declining. Thráin wishes for King Thorin to set an example for his people and take a wife, hopefully producing children someday. After thoughtful consideration, Thráin thinks he’s found an ideal wife for his son: you.