https://www.gayauthors.org/story/w-l/billynewttamesadragon

Alright, so let me explain a few things:

1. Magic to me can be broken down into Psi ability of Telekinesis, whether it is moving objects, slowing it down, weather control, or teleportation (Physics of quantum entanglement and other stuff).

Warlocks in my universe are endowed with a unique ability to grow and channel their magic within themselves. They don't need conduits like the earth or any pagan deity, like Witches and demons would require in order to perform magical spells. Loki gave them this power as a trick against both the Norse Gods and humanity itself. It has a fatal flaw in that the power creates arrogance, pride, and envy that will destroy its holder if left unchecked.

2. Yes, I went there, because no one else has dared to say it out loud. Fantasy writers know their myths, but why on earth are you guys so afraid to say what the myth would tell you about the Judeo-Christian figure of God.

GOD is dead, in my universe at least and maybe our reality if you believe Friedrich Nietzche, too.

Every mythology from the Greek gods with the murder of Ouraenus to the Norse Gods killing Ymir, the ancient gods killed the Big guy in an act of rebellion. If you read the myths, the original Primordial God of mythology is very much the same God of Judeo Christian belief systems in the old testament. He's more or less a father figure with an overbearing sense of righteous wrath and love. Basically, he's you're stereotypical strict dad, he wants you to be straight, devout, and follow his rules.

In my Universe, the ancient gods of numerous mythologies said "hell no" to this, killed him and started ruling mankind in their own ways.

Does God still exist? Sure he does in my universe, I am the writer after all However, he's non-corporeal and have learned his lesson to let sentient beings choose what is right for them rather than be an asshole about it.

Now that also brings up some interesting issues about Christians, which if I do write on this story, I might explore more of.

3. As for Billy, he is still getting used to magic and he is still the same kid with issues. It shows in his mannerism and his ideals. He is basically a rogue, but he's the kind of rogue that will throw things to the wind for what he thinks is right rather than what is acceptable.

Now, if readers are wondering why he's the way he is, there are two basic reasons. 1. He is a child of the American Foster Care system, which is broken several ways to hell in many states including my own with a massive investigation just a few years back. (My state is supposed to be the most liberal and progresive, imagine how bad things are in other places). 2. Billy is innately cursed with power and arrogance that makes him oblivious to the obvious issues that surround his existence.

4. I expanded a little more on the background story of Rick and Nick, along with the massacre of the Elder Wizards 7 years ago. It coincides with a series of major hurricanes in the Atlantic, which I think some inquisitive readers might learn to spot next time I give out hard dates. I don't play nice with reality and bitter truths about human flaws. Gay guys are still human beings, we are flawed in certain ways and manipulate our sexual partners in the wrong way to reach certain ends. This piece of the story is my reflection on reality.

5. As for the Dragon, yes, it's a "rescue" story. I can still write those you know, I just don't tend to do them much anymore. There's a reason why. If you read to the end of the tale, you will see that even in my fictional universe, I know there's a price for being a good guy. Its the same truth in our universe and in everyone else universe, who don't want to be stagnant. There are consequences, usually legal, if you attempt to stop a person from abusing their partner, a child, or even a family member.

That's one thing, I added to remind everyone that being "good" is not always clear cut in a world of alliances and "laws".

Anyway, I don't know who will continue to want me to write this, but feel free to comment here or on the board.

Thanks,

WL