Will of the Mischief Maker: An Orisha Tale

In this prequel short story to The Gatekeeper’s Staff, the deity Eshu the Trickster seeks a mortal body to execute his clever plans, but faces a challenge: the only Orisha capable of assisting him has long abandoned the practice. As Eshu navigates the complexities of friendship and persuasion, he must rekindle connections and avoid missteps that could banish him from the Sky Realm. Set against the backdrop of West African mythology, this tale explores themes of collaboration and transformation.