Stories (KdM Map Game)

KdM Stories is a collection of literary works pertaining to the Konig des Menschen map game series, written by players of the map game. These stories' aim is to flesh out and expand the scope of the KdM universe. Currently, there are 11 works available for viewing. Stories set within Reality 837-0000 are considered canon. While others set in separate timelines may be canon to their universes, it is non-canon to 837-0000.

Stories (Canon)
Stories set in Reality 837-0000.
 * Sword of the North: A story following the journey of Empress Aurelia of the Holy Roman Empire to find a fabled sword from the lost ages of the Roman Empire from 1328 to 1330.
 * The Battle of Caerlaverock: Written by TheSteampunkTotoro, the story depicts knight Elric Morholt's assault on Caerlaverock Castle.
 * Rise of the Phoenix Queen: Centers around events prior to the Ashen Lion event. The story follows the journey of Ember to rise from the ashes of Britain (or Frangleterre) and become the Phoenix Queen. Written by BubbleRocket1. Possibly semi-canon.
 * Last Dance trilogy: A series of three stories, mainly concentrating on the relationship between the Vestkyster traveller swordswoman Hildr and her childhood friend Krista, and to a lesser extent, that of her niece, Fiete. Written by Luka.
 * Last Dance: Detailing Hildr and Krista's last day together before the former's departure to Svearike.
 * Last Goodbye: Taking place six weeks after the Battle of Camlann, Krista comes to London after receiving news of Hildr's passing.
 * Lovers: Consisting of two separate stories: one featuring Hildr's niece Fiete and Krista's daughter Irene consummating their relationship; while the other tells a reunion of the spirits of the Last Dance duo.
 * A Lifetime of Endeavor: A poem about the rise and fall of Vilicus Obel I of Galatoi in the late 11th century. Written by Simplenoise8/Redbaron.
 * Tales from the American Southwest: A series of stories centering around Oasisamerica. Written by Sahaliyan/Tashaci.
 * Fearmonger: A story about the execution of a man in the latter days of the Lepai Civil War, focusing on his son's viewpoint.
 * Reminiscence of an Illusion: To move forward to the future, you must bid farewell to your past at any cost.
 * FOREWORD - A Chronicle of the Blue Sky: Who are the Daevites, really? The answer may not be what one expects. [Chapters: 1/4]
 * To Bring Down Kings: From the proudest monarchy in Europe to one which divested its power in disgrace. How did it happen? From the tale of an educator thrust into the life of bureaucracy to a playboy who vanished monarchs as a hobby, To Bring Down Kings offers a diverse collection of stories about the fall of the French Ancien Regime between 1679-1721.
 * The Teacher: Jean-Baptist de La Salle was an educator. A visionary. And in the end, just a man. This is the tale of how a hapless man came to grips with what his education offered and what he decided would become the path he would be remembered for.
 * The Damned: Seemingly irredeemable in the eyes of France’s elite, Eliaz Le Deunuff was a strange sight at the Constiutional Convention of 1721. But his position there was fought through pain, lies, and an infinite pool of despair: the story of the Breton criminal who earnt the love of an entire empire.
 * The Charlatan: A feared figure in every house dictated that her sheer destructive power could bring every European monarch to their knees, seduced by her ‘feminine wiles’. But the real story behind Julie d’Aubigny is a lot stranger - and a lot more nuanced - than Ancien France could ever understand.
 * The Saint: When Fleur de Benoit was brought to Paris, she was proclaimed a veritable saint. When she disappeared, her attendant, Saissa Foucault, was blamed. Impossible odds set upon two girls who were thrust into the reins of power - and a cautionary tale both would be remembered for.
 * The Detective: After everything failed, he was supposed to be France’s last resort. The genius who could bring even the worst rascals down. Behind the veneer of a cold, calculating man whom no one could ever touch, Hugo Dufaure harboured no secrets - but much others refused to know.

Stories (Semi-Canon)
Semi-Canon stories may be stories based off of canon elements and alternate interpretations of KdM but also contains non-canon elements (such as magic), they typically are based on Reality 837-0000. They are semi-canon due to special reasons.
 * Auditor duology (title pending): A semi-canon set of stories, following an alternate perspective on the world of KdM, also known as Reality 837. Written by MrTangle101.
 * Auditor's Choice
 * Undecided Fate
 * Sword and Shield: Written by BubbleRocket1. Follows David and Cassie as they navigate an ancient labyrinth, trying to find their way out.

Stories (Non-Canon)
Non-Canon stories are stories that does not take place in anything related to Reality 837-0000. may not receive the same treatment as having their own pages. But exceptions may apply. Crossover stories go in this category.
 * Sakura Cherry Blossom Petals: A poem by BubbleRocket1 about Ojirou Souji and other members of the Takao raid.
 * What Are Friends For?: Written by Batran and Bubbles (editor), featuring Fujimaru and Verity.
 * Two Enemies Meet in an Odd White World: Written by Anime_Nerd_Kuro. Featuring Tomoe Gozen and Bulijin Khatun in a modern world with Fate Elements. A planned series)