User blog comment:Astar Goldenwing/Raven's Feather/@comment-2142396-20171010054300

First of all, I have to apologize for the late reply – I was leaving on a vocation, so things got a bit hectic.

@Riverrune: Yep, the story wasn't meant to be very long from the very beginning, and I'm glad that you think it was epic nonetheless. The battle with the snake was one of my favourite parts to write, actually! I originally intended to create a conflict where both sides would be in the wrong, but I was also really curious to see what other people think of the situation presented, so your reasoning was very interesting to read. Yes, it's true that Southswardeners couldn't just ignore the attacks on them, especially after their own queen was blinded, but it's also true that there would've been much more deaths if they struck back... So it was a tricky situation for everyone. Actually, Artus and Brittle were supposed to share the role of a protagonist, so while Brittle got most of the action, Artus still provided a valuable viewpoint that I think was needed in the story. Anyway, I should thank you for following the story and commenting! :D

@Segalia: Thanks! Brittle had already showed herself as a devoted peacemaker, so both woodlanders and birds knew they could trust her. Besides, when Second Star was made Ravenfeather as well, that balanced the species ratio as well. ;) I'm glad I managed to surprise you with the revelation about Rodd! It was supposed to be a shock for Brittle as well, so I guess I achieved the desired affect. Well, originally the idea of letting the youngsters live with the other side was supposed to be the punishment, but Brittle managed to give it a positive meaning. ;P It's true that Skylily didn't play as a significant a role as Brittle or even Artus, but then, they were meant to be main characters after all. :P Oh, and I have an idea or two regarding possible stories set in Southsward, but I'll need more time to plot them. Anyway, I'll let you know if anything comes out of it.