Just Any Horse Will Do – A Spells ‘R’ Us Story
A Curious Encounter
Jack deMule visits a cluttered shop expecting to find a costume but is met with a surprising assortment of antiques. The old shopkeeper presents Jack with a fine-looking donkey costume, but Jack is looking for something more permanent. The shopkeeper, revealing a hint of frustration, then offers Jack a dusty photo album and a small pewter horse charm, suggesting it will help him find what he’s looking for.
The Charm’s Power
Jack takes the charm and, intrigued, heads out with plans to visit Suffolk County. On his way out, he’s captivated by a massive topiary unicorn in the mall’s center. As he reaches out to touch it, he feels a strange sensation, as if he’s merging with the statue. He attempts to scream but finds himself immobile and dissipating into the topiary. The shopkeeper, watching with glee, observes Jack’s body evaporating and his clothes left behind.
The Shopkeeper’s Plan
With Jack’s physical form absorbed into the topiary, the shopkeeper collects Jack’s belongings, including the charm and credit cards, and disposes of his clothing. The old man reflects on Jack’s choices, wondering why he didn’t pick something from the album. He anticipates Jack’s eventual transformation and looks forward to the new theme for next year’s topiary display.
BOTCOMICS’ EDITOR RATING
Transformations: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The transformation in this story is both eerie and captivating. Jack’s complete absorption into the topiary is vividly described, making the magical change both surprising and unsettling.
Plot: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
The plot is engaging and inventive, with a strong twist that builds suspense. The narrative flows well, although the transition between Jack’s encounter with the shopkeeper and his transformation could be slightly more fluid.
Characters: ⭐⭐⭐
The characters, particularly the shopkeeper, are intriguing but not deeply developed. Jack’s character serves the plot effectively, though more background on his motivations could enhance the story.
Sex Scenes: N/A
There are no explicit scenes in this story. The focus is on the magical and fantastical elements.
Just Any Horse Will Do by Spells ‘R’ Us offers a chilling exploration of magical transformation and consequences. The vivid depiction of Jack’s metamorphosis into the topiary is both imaginative and haunting. For more enchanting and unexpected tales, explore the full range of Spells ‘R’ Us stories on Botcomics!
