JOURNEY OF THE FAIRY QUEEN
Book Bible & Story Guide
Genre: Light Dark Fantasy, Slice of Life, Comedy, Action & Adventure
OVERVIEW
Journey of the Fairy Queen follows Orion Stargrass, a 24-year-old fallen noble with mysterious latent powers, and his wife Neradok "Nera" Stargrass, the hidden Queen of all Fairies who disguises herself as a common pixie. Having been married for three years, the couple travels the world as adventurers—taking quests for fun, curiosity, and the occasional need for coin.
The story blends lighthearted slice-of-life moments with darker fantasy elements, following their wanderlust-driven adventures across a medieval world touched by modern conveniences like phone booths. Comedy arises from the contrast between Orion's gloomy, laid-back demeanor and Nera's boundless enthusiasm, as well as the dramatic irony of a god-tier being happily riding in her husband's shirt pocket while he remains blissfully unaware of her true power.
Core Themes
Found family and unconventional love — A human and a fairy queen building a life together against all expectations
Hidden identities and dramatic irony — Nera's secret royalty, Orion's unknown powers
Freedom vs. responsibility — Both characters walked away from their stations in life
The joy of exploration — Discovering wonders together, finding meaning in the journey itself
MAIN CHARACTERS
Orion Stargrass
Age: 24 (starting age in story)
Race: Human
Status: Fallen Noble (willingly abdicated)
Adventurer Rank: Silver (starting rank in story)
Personality:
Orion carries himself with a gloomy, somewhat melancholic air that belies his genuine warmth. He's laid-back to the point of laziness—perfectly content to nap in a sunny meadow while Nera buzzes around exploring. Despite his low energy, he's surprisingly supportive and teacherly when someone needs guidance, offering quiet wisdom without being preachy. He doesn't seek conflict but won't back down when it finds him.
His noble upbringing shows in his manners and education, though he actively rejects the pretension that came with it. He speaks softly, moves deliberately, and has a dry sense of humor that catches people off guard.
Power: Unknown Creation
Orion possesses a power he doesn't fully understand—the ability to accomplish whatever he truly puts his mind to. This manifests unconsciously: when he genuinely believes he can do something, reality bends to make it possible. He attributes his successes to luck, skill, or coincidence, never realizing his will literally shapes outcomes.
Limitations: The power only activates when Orion is genuinely committed—half-hearted attempts fail normally. He can't consciously trigger it because he doesn't know it exists. Strong doubt or fear can block it entirely.
Background:
Born the youngest son of the Stargrass noble family, Orion was never in line for meaningful inheritance or responsibility. When he expressed no interest in court politics or military service, his family allowed him to leave freely—they had enough heirs and saw no point in keeping an unwilling participant.
At 18, while wandering, Orion suffered a near-fatal gunshot wound in the Forest of Fairies. As he lay bleeding out, he whispered his one regret: never having found someone to share his life with. Nera, who had helped him once as a lost child years earlier, found him again and saved his life. Their bond deepened over time, and they married when Orion was 21.
Neradok "Nera" Stargrass
Age: Unknown (ancient by human standards)
Race: Fairy (appears as Pixie to 90% of observers)
True Status: Queen of All Fairies (hidden)
Apparent Status: Orion's pixie companion/wife
Personality:
Nera is pure concentrated joy in a tiny package. She approaches every new experience with infectious excitement, chattering happily about everything from beautiful sunsets to interesting bugs. Her enthusiasm is genuine and boundless—centuries of existence haven't dimmed her wonder at the world.
However, beneath the bubbly exterior lies a fierce protective streak. When Orion or innocents are threatened, Nera's demeanor can shift to something ancient and terrifying. She's also surprisingly aggressive in small ways—quick to challenge, competitive, and prone to tiny fits of temper that manifest as adorable huffing and crossed arms.
Power: All of Creation
As Queen of Fairies, Nera commands power over creation itself—she can reshape reality, manipulate nature, and perform feats that border on divine. She is, for all practical purposes, a god-tier entity who chooses to hold back.
Orion has no idea how powerful his wife truly is. Nera keeps her abilities hidden, using only minor magics that could be attributed to a talented pixie. She does this partly to avoid attention, partly because she genuinely enjoys the 'normal' adventuring life, and partly because she wants Orion to feel like her protector—a role he takes seriously despite the cosmic irony.
Signature Habits
Rides in Orion's front shirt pocket (her favorite spot)
Changes size at will but prefers staying small to 'stay out of his way'
Gives running commentary on everything they encounter
Gets pouty when Orion is too lazy to explore something interesting
Secretly handles threats before Orion notices them (played for comedy)
SUPPORTING CHARACTERS
Mira Coldwell — Guild Receptionist
Age: 28 | Race: Human
The perpetually exasperated receptionist at the Silverbrook Adventurer's Guild. Mira has seen every type of adventurer walk through her doors and is utterly unflappable. She develops a bemused fondness for Orion and Nera—Orion because he's one of the few adventurers who fills out paperwork correctly, and Nera because the tiny pixie always brings her wildflowers from quests.
Role: Provides quest hooks, exposition about the adventuring world, and dry commentary on the chaos adventurers cause. Serves as an anchor point whenever they return to Silverbrook.
Vex & Denna — Rival Adventurer Duo
Vex: 26, Male Half-Elf, Cocky swordsman, Gold Rank
Denna: 24, Female Dwarf, No-nonsense mage, Gold Rank
A duo that serves as a comedic foil to Orion and Nera. Vex is loud, boastful, and constantly trying to one-up Orion (who couldn't care less about competition). Denna is his long-suffering partner who actually does all the strategic thinking while Vex takes credit. Their dynamic mirrors Orion and Nera's but inverted—Vex is the energetic one while Denna is deadpan.
Role: Comic relief rivals who occasionally team up with the protagonists on larger quests. Vex's one-sided rivalry with the oblivious Orion is a running gag.
Old Man Thistle — Mysterious Merchant
Age: Unknown | Race: Unknown (appears human)
A traveling merchant whose cart appears in the strangest places. Thistle sells curiosities, artifacts, and occasionally exactly what someone needs at that moment. He speaks in riddles, seems to know more than he should, and has an unsettling habit of looking at Nera just a beat too long—as if he can see through her disguise.
Role: Provides mysterious items, cryptic foreshadowing, and hints about Orion's latent power. May be connected to larger forces at play. His true nature is a slow-burn mystery.
Commander Seraphel — Fairy Kingdom Agent
Age: Ancient | Race: High Fairy
The commander of the Fairy Queen's personal guard, desperately searching for their missing monarch. Seraphel is dutiful, honor-bound, and genuinely worried about Nera's safety—not malicious, just loyal. She appears occasionally in human-sized form, investigating rumors of unusual fairy activity.
Role: Represents the looming threat of Nera's past catching up to her. Creates tension without being a true antagonist. Her near-misses with discovering Nera provide suspense and comedy.
Pip — Young Adventurer
Age: 16 | Race: Beastkin (Fox)
An enthusiastic young Bronze-rank adventurer who idolizes Orion after witnessing him complete a quest with effortless (unknowing power-assisted) ease. Pip is eager, clumsy, and has a heart of gold. They latch onto Orion as a mentor figure, much to his lazy dismay and Nera's delight.
Role: Brings out Orion's teacherly side. Provides an audience surrogate for learning about the world. Their growth as an adventurer mirrors the protagonists' journey.
Grimjaw — Veteran Adventurer
Age: 52 | Race: Orc | Rank: Platinum
A grizzled veteran who runs a tavern popular with adventurers. Grimjaw retired after losing his party to a dungeon gone wrong. He's gruff, direct, and dispenses hard-earned wisdom whether you want it or not. He notices there's something unusual about Orion's 'luck' but keeps his suspicions to himself.
Role: Provides a gathering place for adventurer scenes, backstory about the dangerous side of the profession, and occasional serious moments that ground the lighter tone.
WORLD BUILDING
Setting Overview
The world is a medieval fantasy setting with unexpected modern touches. Castles and cobblestone streets coexist with phone booths and basic communication magic. Firearms exist alongside swords and sorcery. This creates a unique aesthetic—imagine a Renaissance faire with payphones.
Races
The world is home to every fantasy race imaginable, coexisting in varying degrees of harmony:
Humans — Most numerous, adaptable, found everywhere
Elves — Long-lived, magically gifted, often aloof
Dwarves — Master craftsmen, stubborn, excellent drinking companions
Beastkin — Animal-human hybrids of countless varieties
Orcs — Proud warrior culture, often misunderstood
Fairies/Pixies — Nature spirits ranging from mischievous to powerful (see below)
Demons — Not inherently evil, but often distrusted
Spirits — Incorporeal beings tied to elements or locations
Dragons, Giants, Merfolk, etc. — Rarer but present
Fairies vs. Pixies
Fairy is the broad, umbrella term for nature spirits. They vary wildly in power and temperament—from helpful guardians to dangerous tricksters. True fairies can be quite powerful and are treated with respect bordering on fear.
Pixies are a specific type of fairy: smaller, more mischievous, associated with getting travelers lost or playing pranks. They're seen as minor nuisances rather than threats. This perception allows Nera to hide in plain sight—everyone assumes she's just a harmless pixie companion.
The 10% Rule: Approximately 90% of people see Nera as an ordinary pixie. The remaining 10%—those with strong magical sensitivity, divine connections, or special circumstances—might glimpse something more, though they often dismiss it as imagination.
The Adventurer's Guild
A worldwide organization that connects adventurers with quests, manages ranks, and provides a support structure for those who live by the sword (or spell).
Rank System
Bronze — Entry level. Fetch quests, minor monster hunting, local errands.
Silver — Proven capable. Standard monster hunting, escort missions, dungeon delving.
Gold — Experienced. Dangerous creatures, complex missions, cross-regional work.
Platinum — Elite. Nation-level threats, rare monster subjugation, war support.
Mithril — Legendary. World-threatening events, ancient evils, cataclysm prevention.
Adamantine — Mythical. Fewer than a dozen worldwide. Living legends.
Orion and Nera start at Silver rank—respectable but not remarkable. They take quests primarily for fun and curiosity, occasionally for money when they run low.
MAGIC SYSTEM
Magic is common in this world. Anyone can learn it with sufficient time, study, and practice—though talent varies widely. Magic is categorized into several schools and types:
By Element & Source
Elemental Magic — Control over fire, water, earth, air, lightning, ice, etc.
Nature/Life Magic — Healing, plant growth, animal communication, druidic arts
Divine/Spiritual Magic — Granted by gods, spirits, or deities; often tied to faith
Blood/Sacrificial Magic — Uses life force or blood for power; equivalent exchange principles
Psionic/Psychic Magic — Mental powers: telekinesis, telepathy, mind manipulation
By Application
Item-Based Magic — Relies on wands, amulets, staffs, or artifacts
Magitech — Combines magic with technology; magical circuits, enchanted machinery
Illusion/Enchantment — Deception, charm, mind influence
Conjuration/Summoning — Creating objects or calling creatures
Transmutation — Changing forms, substances, or properties
Divination — Seeing the future, gaining hidden knowledge
Necromancy — Magic dealing with life, death, and the undead
The Protagonists' Magic
(Orion) uses basic combat magic—elemental attacks, physical enhancement, simple utility spells. He's competent but not exceptional by normal standards. His true power (Unknown Creation) operates outside normal magical categories entirely.
(Nera) publicly uses minor nature magic and illusions befitting a pixie. Privately, her 'All of Creation' power transcends all magical systems—she doesn't cast spells so much as will reality to comply.
STORY STRUCTURE
Opening Arc: Silverbrook Settlement
The story begins with Orion and Nera arriving in Silverbrook, a mid-sized city where they plan to rent a home and establish themselves as adventurers. This arc introduces their dynamic, the guild system, and the supporting cast while they take on early quests.
Key Beats
Finding and renting their home (slice-of-life, establishing domesticity)
Registering with the guild; meeting Mira
First quest together in the story (action/comedy)
Meeting Vex & Denna; establishing the rivalry
Introduction of Pip as a recurring character
First hint of Seraphel searching for the Fairy Queen
Ongoing Threads to Weave
Orion's Power Awakening — Gradually hint at his ability through 'lucky' moments before eventual revelation
The Fairy Kingdom Search — Seraphel gets closer; near-misses create tension
Old Man Thistle's Mystery — What does he know? What is he?
Power Reveals — When will Orion learn about Nera's true nature? When will he discover his own power?
Pip's Growth — The young adventurer's journey parallels and highlights the main duo's
Future Arc Ideas
Festival Arc (WIP)— A city celebration brings fun, games, and an unexpected threat
Dungeon Dive — A deeper, more dangerous quest tests their abilities
Noble Reunion — Someone from Orion's family past appears
Fairy Forest Return — A quest leads back to where they first met
The Queen's Shadow — Seraphel finally confronts nera; how does Nera handle it?
TONE & STYLE GUIDE
Overall Tone
Light dark fantasy with emphasis on the 'light.' The world has genuine dangers and darker elements, but the story focuses on warmth, humor, and adventure. Think cozy fantasy with occasional stakes.
Comedy Sources
Personality contrast — Orion's deadpan gloom vs. Nera's boundless energy
Dramatic irony — We know Nera is all-powerful; Orion thinks he's protecting her
Situational humor — Nera causing small chaos, Orion's lazy attempts to avoid work
Witty banter — Quick exchanges between the couple and supporting cast
Running gags — Vex's one-sided rivalry, Nera secretly solving problems before Orion notices
Action Approach
Combat should be dynamic and fun rather than grim. Orion fights with competent efficiency; Nera's rare full-power moments should feel awe-inspiring. The couple works together naturally, their three years of partnership showing in unspoken coordination.
Emotional Beats
Despite the comedy, allow genuine emotional moments: quiet intimacy between the couple, Orion's past wounds surfacing, Nera's ancient loneliness before she found him. These moments earn their weight by contrasting with the lighter tone.
POV & Narration
Third person limited, primarily following Orion but occasionally shifting to Nera or other characters for specific scenes. The narration should be warm and slightly wry, matching the overall tone.