Representing power, wealth, and wisdom, the dragon is a very prevalent symbol in Chinese culture. The Dragon Dance is commonly performed during festivals and celebrations and is believed to scare away evil spirits and the bad luck associated with them, ushering in good luck and wealth instead. During the dance, a team carries the colorful…
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Order Up: Serving Mythical Monsters at the Cryptid Cafe
It’s the start of your shift and customers are already waiting so jump right in as the lines are getting longer and the food is getting cold! Welcome to the Cryptid Cafe, where a wide variety of guests with different appetites come to eat. Here you will find wendigos, chupacabras, yetis, sea monsters, and more,…
Why Settle for Traditional Dumplings On Chinese New Year When You Can Enjoy Crazy (Or Geeky) Ones?
Though it has only been a little over a month since we welcomed 2021 with the solar calendar, it is time to begin the year 4719 on the lunar calendar this weekend with the 15-day long Spring Festival known as Chinese/Lunar New Year! Festivities will begin on February 12th and run until February 26th. As…
Mapping Your Way in Cartographers: A Roll Player Tale
Stepping deeper into the Roll Player universe, players will take on the role of mapmakers competing for reputation and Queen Gimnax’s favor in Cartographers: A Roll Player Tale. The Queen has decreed that the territories north of the Kingdom of Nalos are to be retaken and has issued declarations regarding which lands she desires. Players…
All Great Stories Must Come To An End – Scurry: The Shadow’s Curse
Scurry: The Shadow’s Curse is the third book in Mac Smith’s Scurry series and is now available in print thanks to a successful 2019 crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter.com! Smith again delights the eyes and mind with a fantastic portrayal of his post-apocalyptic world. Readers are drawn in by his talents both as an artist and…
Vamp on the Batwalk: Is Fashion Truly Timeless?
Alongside the perks of living for millennia and never aging, being a vampire, unfortunately, also comes with a few drawbacks. Vampires are no longer able to get a real tan, enjoy some tasty garlic bread, or see themselves in the mirror. Without a reflection, how can you check your makeup or ensure that your outfit…