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The Weight of the World on his Shoulders by FablesUntold
Fandoms: Tales of Arcadia (Cartoons)
22 Jul 2026
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“You’re getting slower, Jim,” the man commented, jumping back as Jim sprung back to his feet. Even through the thick, quick breaths he could feel how condescending he was being.
“And you’re getting tired,” he shot back, swinging his sword up sloppily. He missed completely, throwing himself off balance, even more so when a stony leg hit him in the side. He fell, hitting the ground yet again.
“And lazier,” Strickler continued, circling Jim slowly. “If you aren’t going to put in the effort, I don't know why I’m wasting my time out here.” Jim snarled, trying to push himself up. “I don’t know why you’re so difficult, I’m only trying to help you.”
“Yeah, a lot of help you’ve been,” Jim spat, standing up with his sword back in hand.
“And what exactly is that supposed to mean?” Strictler responded, changing his position so he could more easily doge Jim’s next strike. He knew what it meant, he had to. Strictler had been a thorn in his side since he had received the amulet. He had worked for Bular, attempted to free Gunmar, released Angor Rot, and tried to kill him more times than he wanted to count. Worst of all, he was dating his mom.