The Spider NPC

Max the Rogue

By: Mike Robb

Narrated by: Stephanie Fritz

Dirtfang is no ordinary dungeon spider. While her siblings spin webs and await scraps, she dreams of more—adventure, danger, and a life beyond the nest. When she sneaks away, Dirtfang finds herself in a dungeon teeming with monstrous creatures, deadly traps, and ancient magic. But as she weaves her way deeper, she discovers that the dungeon isn’t just a place of peril—it’s a place of power.

Teaming up with a sarcastic halfling rogue named Lila, Dirtfang faces her first real challenges: a monstrous rat, living chains, and fire-breathing hounds. Their journey brings them into an uneasy alliance with an adventuring party led by the stalwart knight Gareth, as they uncover the truth behind the dungeon’s corruption—a mysterious force tied to a pulsating crystal at its heart.

As Dirtfang and her allies descend to the dungeon’s final levels, they face a harrowing choice. To destroy the corruption is to destroy the dungeon itself, a decision that could cost them their lives. With her wit, courage, and a little venom, Dirtfang must decide what kind of hero she wants to be.

The Spider NPC is a thrilling tale of grit, camaraderie, and unexpected heroism, proving that even the smallest creatures can rise to great heights.

©2024 Mike Robb (P)2024 Mike Robb

wonderful story!

vivid descriptive story. well written and awesome audio presentation. I felt emersed into the dungeon itself!