
The Possum Knight
By rutilus.luna

21 Oct, 2023

In the heart of the southern woods, a wicked redneck queen named Mabel reigned supreme. Using a mystical banjo, she cast a peculiar spell over the land, turning all the inhabitants into possums.

Among the transmogrified possums, there was a young and courageous one named Percy. Unlike his peers, Percy was not ready to accept this life of nocturnal scavenging. He yearned for his human form and freedom.

Percy decided to train as a knight, hoping to challenge the evil queen. He crafted a tiny sword from a sharp thorn and a shield from a sturdy leaf. His resolve was as strong as his weapons.

Percy knew he couldn't defeat Queen Mabel alone. He needed a companion, someone powerful. His eyes landed on a portly dragon named Drake, who had also fallen victim to the banjo's spell.

Drake was initially hesitant. But Percy's passion won him over. Together, they trained tirelessly, honing their skills and preparing for the ultimate battle against Mabel.

After weeks of training, the possum knight and his dragon comrade were ready. They set off towards the queen's lair, their hearts filled with determination and courage.

The queen's lair was a hodgepodge of junk cars, discarded furniture, and peculiar trinkets. At the center of it all was Mabel, plucking strings on her magical banjo.

The duo charged at Mabel, who retaliated by playing a discordant tune on her banjo. But Percy and Drake remained undeterred, pushing forward despite the disorienting melody.

Drake breathed fire at Mabel, causing her to drop her banjo. Percy seized the moment, darted forward, and snatched the magical instrument.

With the banjo in his paws, Percy strummed a melody he remembered from his human days. As the notes filled the air, everyone affected by the spell began to transform back to their original forms.

Mabel was the last to change. With a pitiful squeak, she shrunk, her clothes enveloping her new possum form. Percy and Drake, back in their human forms, couldn't help but chuckle.

The liberated people celebrated their freedom and hailed Percy and Drake as heroes. The magical banjo was safely hidden away, ensuring no one could misuse its power again.

Meanwhile, a fluffy orange cat named Tangerine woke up from her nap, a look of confusion in her eyes. She had been dreaming of possums, dragons, and magical banjos.

Tangerine looked at the catnip toy beside her and swatted it away. The dream had been too bizarre, even for her taste. She decided then and there to stay away from catnip.

Little did she know, her dream was a reality in a parallel universe. The tale of the possum knight and his overweight dragon friend lived on, a testament to bravery and resilience.