I started writing Chapter 4 as soon as I concluded Chapter 3. I rode the wave… straight into an info dump. So the 1200 words I wrote so far are null. Knowing my timeframe between chapters thus far, I’ve taken some time to reconsider my approach. You know what they say… can’t rush art.

My conclusion is that this story is orbiting around 2 main characters. I originally put a lot of stock in Cirrus, but found as I started writing how much I was enjoying bringing Zale to life. Chapter 3 was a testament to his development. The info dump came to be because of how excited I was to continue the plot and exploring Zale’s arc… but I realized in doing that I was neglecting Cirrus. Also, info dumps fucking suck.

My solution is to “switch perspectives” every other chapter. This will be dedicated time to explore the inner-dialogue, motivations, and viewpoint between both Cirrus and Zale. Chapter 2 already had an intense focus on Cirrus and so Chapter 4 will naturally fall into place covering her again. It’s a tool to help me avoid info dumping the major plot points that are incoming (be excited because I am) and break this… uh… minor writers block *cough*

Oh, and I bought new art. Zale in armor, Cirrus with her wings folded, and our two wolf friends interacting in a scene straight out of the next chapter. Pretty exciting stuff. If you really want to see it… note me.

Progress uhhh hasn’t been made but I promise it will be. This is a test of my willpower. I need to know I’m capable of finishing something in order to be more confident in my writing pursuits. So it’s a promise to myself… and whoever the hell might be listening. Stay tuned.