Stallion of the Mist
R.D. Bailey Lake Kelpie (West Virginia) On the far side of the lake, a beautiful, white horse stands knee high, accentuated by bright green woodlands and rolling hills. But, there is something odd about the creature; upon closer inspection, it’s form seems to swirl in intricate patterns, its tail and mane wispy, in motion, even without wind. Pieces appear to break off, churn, and dissipate into nothingness, seemingly replaced on the body soon after. The creature surveys the lake and is well aware that it is not alone- but it does not care. The beast stomps a front hoof into the murky waters, snorts loudly. Mist emanates from the stallion’s splashes, coating the lake in a thin layer that grows thicker by the minute. The horse grows in size, but its swirling visage also takes on the quality of transparency. Thick, sticky, and a ghostly gray, the fog encompasses all; shrill neighs echo over the calm waters and permeate the hazy atmosphere. Hours after its initial appearance, the fog vanishes, and the kelpie does as well. Encounters with this creature are more likely on late autumn or early spring mornings with a clear forecast. It cannot be summoned, is not afraid of human activity, and is not harmful. Brushes with the Stallion of the Mist may bring about inconveniences; its presence lowers visibility and temperatures. Another entry in my bestiary; you can see more about the project here:www.kickstarter.com/projects/4…
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