The Wanderer (short story)
"The Wanderer": A Concise Overview
This brief narrative, entitled "The Wanderer," is featured within Myths & Fables. George Mann is credited as the author, with illustrations provided by Grant Griffin. Its publication date is listed as August 6, 2019. The plot centers around "The Wanderer", a Jedi who offers assistance to a settlement facing dual threats: pirates and insect-like beings, at a crucial time of peril.
Synopsis of the Story
Legend has it that a benevolent figure, "The Wanderer", would materialize to aid the community of Solace situated on the planet of Cerosha. The tales recount three instances where the wanderer extended their help to the settlement.
The first recorded intervention involved confronting a group of pirates who had established a camp in the mountains bordering the city. The townspeople attempted to organize a militia to combat the pirates, but their untrained members were swiftly defeated and forced to retreat. Sometime after this defeat, the Wanderer made their appearance and listened to the plight of the affected citizens. After witnessing a nighttime assault, the Wanderer pledged their support. The following morning, they ventured into the mountains. Upon their return a day later, the townspeople discovered the pirate encampment deserted, with all their stolen goods abandoned.
Years later, the town had grown and initiated extensive mining operations. However, by digging deep into the earth, the miners inadvertently awakened a nest of creatures. These creatures infiltrated homes and abducted children to devour. Eventually, the Wanderer reappeared and obliterated the mining site using his radiant blade. He then proceeded to the town's central square and entered a meditative state. The creatures emerged from their underground tunnels and followed the Wanderer as he guided them through the town gates and back to their original burrows.
In subsequent years, the town encountered a new danger. Violent storms originating from the Boralic Sea crashed against the town's fortifications, threatening to breach them and devastate the settlement. As the citizens prepared for evacuation, the Wanderer once again returned. Raising his arms skyward, the wanderer appeared to restrain the force of the waves. For almost an hour, the Wanderer struggled against the tempest until it finally subsided, saving the town once more. However, the wanderer was never seen again after this event.