Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure]

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SWISHY IS DEAD INSIDE; SWISHY IS HEARTLESS; and Swishy, a soul fused into a scarecrow, is unexpectedly summoned to the Cursed Earth.

The scarecrow, plagued by a natural yearning for a heart, journeys into a world of talking shadows, powerful creatures, perilous curses, and wish-granting dungeons. The wholesome and trusting Swishy seeks friendship but quickly learns that mankind can be many things, among them: deceptive, distressing, and dangerous.

Aided by the ability to grow and control wheat along with a host of soul-bending magical powers, Swishy confronts the secrets to his origin and finds that the race for his heart is more marathon than sprint.

But will Swishy win a heart before he's devoured by the vast and unpredictable Cursed Earth? Bold and determined, Swishy enters the fray.

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What to expect (genre/style/tag information):

Recommended Age group: 16+ for dark psychology, cosmic horror, body horror, and violence. (No graphic depictions of gore).

Slow burn character focused story.

Two main POVs—both wholesome in different ways. Prominent bromantic vibes.

Weak to strong MCs.

Mini-bosses and boss fights—hence the gamelit tag.

Hunter x Hunter-styled action/abilities.

Ultimately, this is a traditional eldritch fairy tale told with a modernized narration style (modern idioms, slang, frequent moments of joy)—combined with strong elements of YA/coming-of-age fantasy.

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Updates Mondays + every other Friday (9-11AM, PST)

Currently 113K words published and counting.

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Original cover design — "Welcome to Straw City" volume: MoranaInDesign (Much gratitude to her)

Original cover remaster — "The Plumage War" volume: Wong40K (thank you!)

"Wrathravens on Parade" volume & current cover— birthday gift from an anonymous supporter!

Occasional pen drawings: me :)

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Copyright ©, Olvaaarrdd, 2023

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Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 32 Chapter 32 | "NEVERMORE" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 31 Chapter 31 | "Eclipse Of The Soul" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 30 Chapter 30 | "Snitches And Slaves" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 29 Chapter 29 | "STRAW GUARDIAN" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 28 Chapter 28 | "The Straw And The Skewer" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 27 Chapter 27 | "Time, Space, And Straw" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 26 Chapter 26| "The Priests Of House Swish" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 25 Chapter 25| "SLAVETALON" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 24 Chapter 24 | "Soul Gone Searching" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 23 Chapter 23.5 -- Bonus Art + Vignette | "GOLDEN SCARECROW RETURNS TO HELL" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 23 Chapter 23 | "WRATHRAVEN" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 22 Chapter 22 | "The No-Storm Cellar" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 21 Chapter 21 | "Compromising With A Witch" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 20 Chapter 20 | "Compromise And Curses" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 19 Chapter 19 | "THE CURSEWORKS" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 18 Chapter 18 | "A Match Made In Abyss" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 17 Chapter 17.1 | "Dark Feelings, Golden Intent" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 17 Chapter 17.2 | "Dark Feelings, Golden Intent" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 16 Chapter 16 | "ELEGANT ROOST" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 15 Chapter 15 | "Friend Of Darkness" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 14 Chapter 14 | "THE STRAW-BOUND" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 13 Chapter 13 | "The City Of Wishes" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 12 Chapter 12 | "NOTES ON ABYSS" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 11 Chapter 11 | "SHAPE OF SOUL" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 10 Chapter 10.1 | "THE PLUMAGE WAR" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 10 Chapter 10.2 | "THE PLUMAGE WAR" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 9 Chapter 9 | "SERMON" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 8 Chapter 8 | "WING" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 7 Chapter 7 | "CHASM AND CROW" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 6 Chapter 6 | "SNITCHTALON" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 5 Chapter 5 | "WITHOUT HEART" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 4 Chapter 4 | "SHADOWCLAW" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 3 Chapter 3 | "THE HEART ARTS" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 2 Chapter 2 | "The Language Arts" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] 1 Chapter 1 | "SCARECROW" RoyalRoadL
Heart of Straw [A Progression Fairy Tale Adventure] Announcements (Updated Posting Schedule + Gratitude Note to Readers) RoyalRoadL