Foss Fiction
Foss Fiction
Michael B. Foss
Welcome to "The Guardian of Ailos," the debut season of Foss Fiction - where ordinary friendships lead to extraordinary adventures. In a quiet corner of our world, twelve-year-olds Nelson and Syd are about to discover that some books hold more than just stories. When they stumble upon an ancient tome containing a mysterious gemstone, their everyday lives transform into an epic quest neither could have imagined. The book's magical pages reveal an incredible truth: Syd is the prophesied Guardian of Ailos, a world that previously existed purely in her mother's bedtime stories. With an enraged dragon threatening to reduce their realm to ashes, these two best friends must grow beyond their years and embrace a destiny larger than themselves. Join Nelson and Syd, as each chapter brings new wonders, dangerous challenges, and the kind of courage that only comes from facing the unknown together. "The Guardian of Ailos" is more than just a fantasy tale - it's a story about friendship, destiny, and finding strength in the most unexpected places. Perfect for fans of "The Chronicles of Narnia," "The Neverending Story," and "Percy Jackson," this 18-chapter audio journey will captivate listeners of all ages. fossfiction.substack.com
The Guardian of Ailos: Finale
Welcome to the Finale. This is the final three chapters of The Guardian of Ailos. Our weary travelers take on their final challenge. Bind the dragon, or earth will face certain destruction. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fossfiction.substack.com
Apr 12, 2025
43 min
The Guardian of Ailos: Chapter 18
Hoping to catch the dragon sleeping, Rose wanders into the throne room, alone—the fate of the children and their world, resting solely on her shoulders. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fossfiction.substack.com
Apr 5, 2025
11 min
The Guardian of Ailos: Chapter 17
The plan to open the dragon's door seems trivial. Nelson is tasked with two impossible feats, healing his friend with a strange incantation, and then keeping her from going after the dragon. It's going to take a miracle to get him through this one. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fossfiction.substack.com
Mar 29, 2025
13 min
The Guardian of Ailos: Chapter 16
This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fossfiction.substack.com
Mar 22, 2025
13 min
The Guardian of Ailos: Chapter 15
Mina faces a familiar foe. Without her locket, she has to reach deep within to find a glimmer of hope. Her life would depend on it. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fossfiction.substack.com
Mar 15, 2025
13 min
The Guardian of Ailos: Chapter 14
Nelson wakes to his friend muttering strange words.An army of torches approaches the mountain, and they still have no sign of Mina. Its time Nelson takes things into his own hands. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fossfiction.substack.com
Mar 8, 2025
6 min
The Guardian of Ailos: Chapter 13
Mina leaves the children behind, in search of weapons, but the Midnight Forest holds more than just memories. Without the locket, she will be limited to the power that lives inside her. Will it be enough? Can she make it back? Or, will this trip end up like the last one, leaving Syd alone, yet again? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fossfiction.substack.com
Mar 2, 2025
13 min
The Guardian of Ailos: Chapter 12
Standing at the entrance to the dragon's realm, our heroes prepare for their final confrontation. A looming mountain of fire awaits them in a world of endless ash and darkness, while Mina leaves them to collect supplies, and Nelson wrestles with his place in all of this. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fossfiction.substack.com
Feb 11, 2025
16 min
The Guardian of Ailos: Chapter 11
Reunited after a long, dark night, Nelson, Syd and Mina search for a cure to help poor Harold. What they find is much more powerful. Hope burns bright, and Nelson begins to believe in their chances for stopping the dragon. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fossfiction.substack.com
Feb 3, 2025
30 min
The Guardian of Ailos: Chapter 10
This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fossfiction.substack.com
Jan 26, 2025
21 min
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