As an immortal psychopomp, you form bonds that should last forever. But after one too many tricks, you’re cast out by the gods—stripped of purpose, friendship, and meaning. Wandering the mortal world, you search for a way to make amends.
Alvaro Gael, a scarred and nearly blind artist, lives only for his daughter, Milagros, after the accident that claimed his wife. But when their peaceful pueblo falls under the grip of a cruel Commandante, Alvaro is forced to act. As neighbors turn against each other, a beautiful demigod appears—offering guidance, strength, and perhaps something more.
Haunted by visions and drawn into a divine struggle, Alvaro must face grief, faith, and forgotten gods. Can the love of a father defy fate? Or will the echoes of an exiled trickster shape the world one final time?
This story was born from grief, memory, and the question that haunted me most: Can we ever truly see the ones we love again after they’re gone?
Set against the backdrop of Mexican tradition and Aztec myth, this is a tale of a father’s love, a trickster god’s penance, and the fragile hope that bridges life and death.
If you've ever lost someone and whispered into the silence, "Please, let me see you one more time,"—this story is for you.
Genre Prompt: Love Transcends Boundaries
Thank you for reading.
—Joel Portillo
This story was born from grief, memory, and the question that haunted me most: Can we ever truly see the ones we love again after they’re gone?
Set against the backdrop of Mexican tradition and Aztec myth, this is a tale of a father’s love, a trickster god’s penance...
