Tag Archives: Fantasy

Fiction: The Fae Catcher’s Tale

Posted on June 24, 2019 by Mad Scientist Journal

An account by Hunter, as provided by Kiyomi Appleton Gaines Art by Leigh Legler The following account was provided to me by an individual identifying himself only as Hunter, and “problem solver of a more cryptic nature, if you catch … Continue reading →

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Fiction: On a Winter’s Night

Posted on June 17, 2019 by Mad Scientist Journal

An essay by Thomas Allen, as provided by Paul Crenshaw Art by Luke Spooner On the whole of a long January evening, with the snow howling outside the windows and the wind whistling up under the eaves, I had taken … Continue reading →

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Science in Sci-Fi

Posted on April 4, 2019 by scarywhitegirl

If you ever wonder where speculative fiction authors get their ideas, the answer is sometimes “from reality.” Author and scientist Dan Koboldt runs the website Science in Sci-Fi, Fact in Fantasy, which is a phenomenal resource for authors interested in … Continue reading →

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The Origin of Stenches: Goblin Smell in Mating Selection

Posted on November 27, 2017 by Mad Scientist Journal

An essay by Edmund Teile, as provided by Isaac Teile Art by Luke Spooner Abstract: In previously documented interviews with sixty elf warriors, the most commonly identified features of their goblin enemies were, in reverse order, (4) skin color, (3) … Continue reading →

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Wood Man

Posted on January 30, 2017 by Mad Scientist Journal

An account by the Woodman, as provided by Richard Zwicker Art by Leigh Legler I am a woodman, by profession and constitution. I go into the darkness of the woods, choose large trees, and through the sweat of my arms … Continue reading →

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Weaselbearer v. del Toro

Posted on May 25, 2015 by Mad Scientist Journal

An essay by Judge Salvadore Ironfist, as provided by K. G. Jewell Art by Leigh Legler BE IT REMEMBERED on July 23, 2013, the Court held a hearing in the above-styled cause, and the parties appeared with counsel. Background In January … Continue reading →

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Its Terrible White Horn

Posted on April 14, 2014 by Mad Scientist Journal

An essay by Dr. Vadim Orlov, as provided by Ian Rose Art by Justine McGreevy I did it. It was me. We have all paid the price for my hubris and that of the fools who joined me. This is … Continue reading →

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The Young Naturalist’s Corner: Strange Lizards of Amprad

Posted on February 3, 2014 by Mad Scientist Journal

An essay by Prof. Ann A. Shipwell, as provided by K.C. Shaw Art by Leigh Legler When I was a little girl, my friends and I were encouraged to collect flowers and ferns. In this way, we learned techniques for … Continue reading →

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The Beginning Botanist’s Guide to Lair Defense

Posted on October 21, 2013 by Mad Scientist Journal

An essay by Lady Jelique D’Avern, as provided by John A. McColley Art by Dawn Vogel The below information represents years of research into the field of cryptobotany, including active experimentation and cultivation. I present an offering to fellow scientists … Continue reading →

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Monsters Behind the Scenes

Posted on October 14, 2013 by Mad Scientist Journal

An essay by Melinda Myers, as provided by Kate Elizabeth Art by Justine McGreevy We humans are bombarded on a daily basis from telemarketers, door-to-door sales men, infomercials, advertisements … the list goes on. Tempting us to spend more money, change our … Continue reading →

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