Who Are the Folktellers?

To Whom It May Concern:

I’m so sorry…

If you’re reading this, you’re already in serious danger. It means I’m either missing or dead.

There’s so much to tell you and so little time — please read this and find the young Folkteller and his friends — as the fate of our world rest on your shoulders now.

You need to know that I’m a Folkteller too, one of the chosen few who travel through time and space, compelled to tell the stories people need to hear.

A dark, shadowy force has entered our world and seeks to steal the stories and take control of the entire universe.

There is a tome, a single volume, the Master Guidebook. It is the Book of Books, and it contains everything. I’ve hidden it, but now the shadows know it exists and they’ll stop at nothing to get it — even murder.

Please, find the young Folkteller, Aaron, and his friends Wendy, Jake and Eddie, and help them close what’s been opened, and uncover what’s been hidden for centuries.

Beware of the shadows, for they’ve found a way to take on many forms. They will appear as monsters and creatures of myth and legend from around your world. They are dangerous and deadly.

But, most of all, beware of Apscind, their leader. He is cunning, clever, and the most evil thing to ever enter our universe.

Be brave and fearless. I promise, there will be others to help you along the way. I’ve left clues, notes and even a map to help guide you. Your first clue is within this very letter —

You must hurry — please go now — before it’s too late…

Yours in faith and confidence,

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