Cult of Luna – Fifty Shades of Grease Publishing

Cygnus

Mariner: Chapter 5 [Final] The push of the wind was suddenly no match for the pull of the current, but to where, it was unclear. “It’s like the water has a mind of its own here,” Magnus complained under his breath from the helm. Captain Fredrik had his arms crossed over his chest, looking outContinue reading “Cygnus”

Approaching Transition

Mariner: Chapter 4 Some said they could see hints of The Call in the distance, while others argued that nothing was there to see in the wisps of remaining fog. I occasionally caught sight of Ms. Julie on deck, looking out to sea as if seeking the same thing, but I never had the courageContinue reading “Approaching Transition”

Wreck of S.S. Needle

Mariner: Chapter 3 The men paddled through the night. In a number of short breaks below deck to hide from the elements and warm myself, I heard Thomas’s voice. It had gone hoarse, but the calls to STROKE, STROKE, came with the same frequency, even if the force behind the push of the oars againstContinue reading “Wreck of S.S. Needle”

Chevron

Mariner: Chapter 2 Magnus, the quartermaster, took over the helm for me that night as the churning waters first took control of the ship’s will. Second mate Kristian and his men attempted to keep the sails up for as long as possible but found the wind to move without reason. I overheard the captain sayingContinue reading “Chevron”

A Greater Call

This story is based on the album “Mariner” by Cult of Luna featuring Julie Christmas. Titles “A Greater,” “Chevron,” “The Wreck of S.S. Needle,” “Approaching Transition,” and “Cygnus” are creations of Cult of Luna, Julie Christmas, and properties of the band and Indie Recordings. Give the album a listen along with the chapters: (Warning: METAL!!!)Continue reading “A Greater Call”