Short Story Press Presents Squire Ryanus

<p>‘Squire Ryanus’ follows the tale of a young man who’s been a member of the Order of Majestic Truth most of his life in pursuit of the dream of becoming a Paladin. There he has given up childhood friendships and family in pursuit of the dream to gain a title in the order.</p><p>After years of strife he finally receives an invitation from the council to finally gain his title. Becoming a Paladin will consist of more than a mere knighting ceremony however. Instead he will embark on a journey alone in order to obtain the Shield of Light a powerful artifact that has been stolen by the forces of evil.</p><p>Initially alone he must track the beasts to their lair and fight to retrieve the shield possibly shedding his blood in the process. Along the way however he will meet a cast of quirky and colorful heroes to aid him in the quest.</p><p>An unlikely bunch to follow a Paladin around the mad wizard shifty ranger and sneaky rogue will join him at the fortress of the gnolls. If he survives he will achieve his dream of becoming a Paladin and no longer go by the name of ‘Squire Ryanus’.</p><p>Short Story Press publishes short stories written by everyday writers.</p>