"Barren" is a short Cthulhu Mythos story by American author Armand Rosamilia. It forms the second part of his Keyport Cthulhu story cycle.
Synopsis[]
A man named Bones, who is on the run from his former partners in crime, comes through Keyport on his way to parts unknown. Meeting up with Harrison Marsh and Father Rocco, the three decide to do something about the evil which lurks in the small town, and perhaps get Harrison's wife back in the process.
Unfortunately for them, an attack by the Esoteric Order of Dagon leaves on Harrison, the other two being drawn into a magical prison.
Characters[]
- Bones/Bobby Anderson, a former motorcycle thug.
- Father Rocco Ignacio, a devout priest.
- Harrison Marsh, a man cursed with a dark genetic legacy.
Publication History[]
"Barren" was first published as a chapbook in July 2012, and was also included in the collection Keyport Cthulhu in November 2013. Both were released in digital format by Rimfyre Books.