A Pride of Islands

"A Pride of Islands" by C. C. MacApp is a science fiction story set in a bizarre world where clans reside on giant, roaming beasts, focusing on themes of exploration, competition, and self-discovery. Alyarsmit and his companion Brusmit venture onto the territory of the rival jaksin clan on their own beast, leading to daring escapades that include attempting to kidnap two jaksin girls named Janee and Marisu. They encounter strange creatures and a dangerous "Demon," eventually taming a powerful Iron Fley. Their journey tests loyalties, pushes their courage, and leads them to grow as people as they return home enriched with more knowledge and magical treasures.