The Legend of Desmund
Summary: A kid named Desmond, a Borogovia named, Blake and a Deinonychus named Swiperclaw; must save Dinotopia from impending doom. To do that, they must travel throughout the island and have others join them (all because of a friggin tablet).
Author's Note 1: Bold: Creature or person definition (maybe place?)
Italics: Thought
Author's Note 2: My second Fanfiction. (The first was Star Ocean Cyrus' Story)
Chapter 1
Desmond was a young, 17 year old boy that lived in Waterfall City. Originally, he grew up in Treetown, a small post where people and dinosaurs lived in hand with nature. The reason they moved was because the parents wanted him and his saurian life partners, a Borogovia troodont and a Deinonychus dromaeosaurid to have a better education. Though he and his partners had been working in the Waterfall City council for 5 years, Desmond and his friends still wish to have an amazing tale of their own, little did they know that it's slowly revealing itself beyond the gates of the city. This is their story...
Desmond was talking to a friend of his, Cara about the latest expedition that was discussed in at the round table. "It would be great if I could go with them," he told her. "You know, seefacinating sights, have an adventure. Actually doing something amazing for a change."
Cara gave him a glare. "Sure Desmond. I like to see you scream like a little girl again, too."
Desmond moved back and yelled, "Hey, it's not my fault. I could've sworn I saw a Suchomimus in those trees." They were reminiscing about that time they rode on a Brachiosaurus bus and Desmond yelled because he thought he saw a prowling Suchomimus in the forest. "The only reason it didn't attack was because it knew I spotted it first," he said triumphantly.
"Right. My hero," Cara sneered.
"Whatever, but the point remains."
"You scream like a pansy?"
"No, not that– er, I mean that I need to go on a quest. Go see places, meet people. You know, the usual."
"Such as screaming like a gi–"
"Would you drop it," Desmond snapped. "That only happened once," he said shaking his raised finger.
"Twice, but who's counting," Cara quickly added before she was interrupted again. A few seconds later, Blake the Borogovia and Swiperclaw the Deinonychus came into the room.
"Breathe deep," Desmond said and bowed.
"Seek peace," the two dinosaurs said in unison. They mostly do that because they hatched around the same time. Pretty rare seeing that they are two different species.
"So what brings you two here?" Cara asked.
"Oh nothing... Except we were supposed to be back home 10 minutes ago!" Swiperclaw said.
"Yeah. I'm pretty sure mom would be worried, Desmond." Blake advised.
"Oh man... Well, guess I better go. Later Cara."
"Bye Desmond."
Desmond, Blake and Swiperclaw walked quickly to the house. While they were walking the troodont and the dromaeosaur eyed at Desmond.Hewas looking back and forth at his friends as they walked. "Something wrong?" he said, raising an eyebrow at both of them.
"Oh no, nothing wrong except–" the Deinonychi started.
"You like Cara don't you?" Blake interupted.
"Wha- I mean... She and I are just friends."
"Okay..." sneered Blake.
"Sure..." criticized Swiperclaw.
"Let's get home, alright." They quickly ran back to the apartments. They entered room number 325. Their Desmond's dad, Obsidian (the dinosaur's mentor), who worked in the library, was sitting down at the table reading the paper. Desmond's mom, Jade (the dinosaur's other mentor), was in the kitchen preparing the food.
"We're home," Desmond shouted. He hung his coat on the rack near the side of the door. The theropod "brothers" walked through the door. Obsidian lowered his newspaper and Jade looked at the boys.
"Welcome home, sons," Obsidian greeted.
"How did your day go?" asked Jade.
"Oh, you know. It was okay," Desmond replied.
"Yeah, especially with Cara," Blake said.
"Blake!" Desmond yelled.
"Speaking of her, how is she Desmond?" Obsidian asked.
"She's doinggood. Why doyou ask dad?" Desmond said in a defensive tone.
"No reason," his father answered.
"Well, time to eat. Get up to the table, boys," their mom called. Everyone had taken their seats. After their food of greens and fish, the boys went to their room. On one side, there was a bunk bed, where Blake and Swiperclaw slept. On the other side was a singular bed where Desmond rested. In between, was a work desk, where Desmond usually worked on important papers and what not. Everyone jumped into their beds, curled and slept, except for Desmond. He looked up at ceiling, thinking about exploring the island. "Go on an adventure, tsk; what am I thinking," he thought. "The only adventure I might go on is a trip to the library and back. Besides, I'll make it only less than a few seconds outside these gates. Well, that doesn't matter, better get some rest. The last thing I need is to be hassled because I slept on the job." Cyrus turned to his side and fell asleep, knowing that tomorrow was a new day.
Definitions
Desmond Tammersfield- The protagonist of the story. Originally from Treetown, Desmond moved to Waterfall City to become a scholar and then joined part of the government that is in charge of expeditions and research. His thirst of adventure and love of prehistoric creatures and knowledge are what normally drives his 17 year old soul.
Deinonychus- A species of dromaeosaur whose name means "terrible claw." This kind grow to about 10-12 feet long and the sickle shaped claw on the second foot are about 10 inches long. They are very social creatures, normally living in packs. It was found in Montana and other parts of the northern USA.
Dromaeosaurid- A family group of dinosaurs with the famous sickle shaped claw. These carnivores may lack size, but that's made up for in sheer cunning. Their speed,intellect and tenacity are what made these predators a force to be reckoned with throughout the Cretaceous.
Borogovia- A species of troodont originally found in Mongolia. Its name comes from that of a Russian folktale given by a Russian paleontologist. They grow to about 6-7 feet long.
Troodont- The smartest and one of the fastest groups of dinosaurs. These creatures may have the sickle claw, but they're more delicate than their dromaeosaurid counterparts so they usually tackle smaller prey. Not only do they have an advanced brain, but they also show an "apposable thumb"- like feature.
Saurian life partner- a dinosaur given to a person to care for. Note, they are not pets. Both the partner and the human do the same amount of work, covering for each other's strengths and weaknesses. This is a life long bond of friendship and responsibility.
Waterfall City- The epicenter of government and knowledge throughout Dinotopia. It is here that expeditions and other forms of scientific pursuits of knowledge are decided. It is also where stranded "dolphinbacks" (people that came from outside the world) register and become Dinotopian members.
Treetown- A village on the northern part of the island. It is sort of a getaway hotspot where people go to be at one with nature. The location is too dense for many carnivores so it's sort of a safe haven.
Cara Decra- A friend of Desmond ever since he moved 9 years ago. She also works in the same position as he does. She's smart, beautiful but also very talented. She may act like a child at times, but that could change real quickly when important matters arise. Age 17.
Blake- A Borogovia that hatched at the same time as Swiperclaw, only a few seconds younger. He's usually in charge of deciphering old scrolls and localities of the expeditions. Blake also has the problematic nature of getting into other people's business, which tends to be his after work pastime.
Swiperclaw- A Deinonychus that hatched at the same time as Blake, only a few seconds older. He's a librarian that takes notes on the Pedostenograph (a large typewriter used with the feet) like his precursor, Emit. He shows more maturity than his "brothers" at times, but that doesn't mean he can't have his fun here and there.
Suchomimus- A large, Cretaceous carnivore that was found in the Sahara desert. This dinosaur has a long snout with sharp teeth and large curved claws. These features may show a habit of dining on fish, which is odd for an animal that's nearly 30 feet long (What would you expect from the "crocodile mimic"). However, that doesn't mean it won't tackle some herbivorous dinosaurs.
Brachiosaurus- One of the tallest dinosaurs, this long-necked dinosaurs lived in the Jurassic period of North America and parts of Africa. This dinosaur is famous for its front limbs being longer than its back. Then again, its name does mean "arm lizard." With the long neck and long limbs, these adaptations may have helped it reach the tops of the higher trees.
Obsidian Tammersfield- The father of Desmond. He usually works as a librarian. He'sa smart and generous character that reveres hard work and compassion.
Jade Tammersfield- The mother of Desmond. She usually teaches at the school in Waterfall City. She has a pretty headstrong nature (which is funny because she thinks with her heart instead of her head sometimes) that gets her in trouble some of the time.