Written for Esther’s “Can You Tell A Story In” –
exactly 41 words using the four prompt words
shown below. In exactly 41 words, here’s my flash.
warlock – lanyard – rocket – crochet
The warlock clutched his lanyard – the ancient seal of his order – as the rocket of celestial fire tore open the sky. Around his wrist, a crochet of shadow and bone tightened. The prophecy had begun. There was no unraveling it now.
NAR©2026
41 Words
This is “The Prophecy” by Iron Maiden
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Oh my, this is good, Nancy!
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Yikes! Stepping back to let it all unfold before I decide what I can do to help.
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I know we are all in trouble now, so I am going to try and find a place to hide. Nice story, Nancy.
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Hahaha! Thanks, Jim. If you find a safe hiding place, let me know!
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I want to know more, Nancy!
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Fab comment, Esther! Thanks so much.
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oooh very good and kind of scary! 🙂
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Thanks very much, Barbara. I don’t usually write stories like this so it was a nice change of pace.
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This is a cracking start to a longer story Nance – brilliant 🙌
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This is not my wheelhouse but it does have possibilities! Thanks, Ange ✨💛
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😃
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A very intriguing story Nancy
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I’m glad you enjoyed it, dear Sadje. Thank you.
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