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Fable: Reaver
Fable™ Heroes, available May 2, 2012, on Xbox Live Arcade, gathers a range of heroes and villains from across the epic videogame saga—and the Fable™ companion eBook series delves even deeper into their greatest triumphs, darkest secrets, and never-before-seen origins. In the first eBook short story, there are high stakes on the high seas as the always cunning Reaver takes on a ruthless pirate king.
Captain Dread has made a deal with the port cities: They pay him for protection, and he doesn’t raid them. It’s a neat and tidy arrangement, all agree, except for one man, Reaver, the daring outlaw blessed with eternal youth, who refuses to cede his hometown of Bloodstone. After Reaver sends back one too many heads in a duffel bag, Dread decides to take matters into his own hands. To his surprise, Reaver surrenders willingly. But Dread’s new prisoner is no coward. It’s all part of Reaver’s unbelievably bold—and bloody—plan, which ultimately pits pirate against pirate in an explosive showdown that will live forever in the legendary world of Fable™.
Captain Dread has made a deal with the port cities: They pay him for protection, and he doesn’t raid them. It’s a neat and tidy arrangement, all agree, except for one man, Reaver, the daring outlaw blessed with eternal youth, who refuses to cede his hometown of Bloodstone. After Reaver sends back one too many heads in a duffel bag, Dread decides to take matters into his own hands. To his surprise, Reaver surrenders willingly. But Dread’s new prisoner is no coward. It’s all part of Reaver’s unbelievably bold—and bloody—plan, which ultimately pits pirate against pirate in an explosive showdown that will live forever in the legendary world of Fable™.
38 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2012
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Peter David
3,559 books1,366 followersaka David Peters
Peter Allen David, often abbreviated PAD, was an American writer of comic books, novels, television, films, and video games. His notable comic book work includes an award-winning 12-year run on The Incredible Hulk, as well as runs on Aquaman, Young Justice, SpyBoy, Supergirl, Fallen Angel, Spider-Man, Spider-Man 2099, Captain Marvel, and X-Factor.
His Star Trek work included comic books and novels such as the New Frontier book series. His other novels included film adaptations, media tie-ins, and original works, such as the Apropos of Nothing and Knight Life series. His television work includes series such as Babylon 5, Young Justice, Ben 10: Alien Force and Nickelodeon's Space Cases, which he co-created with Bill Mumy.
David often jokingly described his occupation as "Writer of Stuff", and he was noted for his prolific writing, characterized by its mingling of real-world issues with humor and references to popular culture, as well as elements of metafiction and self-reference.
David earned multiple awards for his work, including a 1992 Eisner Award, a 1993 Wizard Fan Award, a 1996 Haxtur Award, a 2007 Julie Award and a 2011 GLAAD Media Award.
Peter Allen David, often abbreviated PAD, was an American writer of comic books, novels, television, films, and video games. His notable comic book work includes an award-winning 12-year run on The Incredible Hulk, as well as runs on Aquaman, Young Justice, SpyBoy, Supergirl, Fallen Angel, Spider-Man, Spider-Man 2099, Captain Marvel, and X-Factor.
His Star Trek work included comic books and novels such as the New Frontier book series. His other novels included film adaptations, media tie-ins, and original works, such as the Apropos of Nothing and Knight Life series. His television work includes series such as Babylon 5, Young Justice, Ben 10: Alien Force and Nickelodeon's Space Cases, which he co-created with Bill Mumy.
David often jokingly described his occupation as "Writer of Stuff", and he was noted for his prolific writing, characterized by its mingling of real-world issues with humor and references to popular culture, as well as elements of metafiction and self-reference.
David earned multiple awards for his work, including a 1992 Eisner Award, a 1993 Wizard Fan Award, a 1996 Haxtur Award, a 2007 Julie Award and a 2011 GLAAD Media Award.
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October 20, 2024
Fun and simple pirate story.
August 6, 2013
A great story for Reaver fans! I absolutely loved it!
February 3, 2020
Fable: Reaver is a short story told from two perspectives: that of Reaver from the Fable video games and Captain Dread, Reaver's enemy who makes a brief appearance in Fable II. If you liked the character of Reaver in the games, you'll probably like this iteration also. If not, there's nothing here to win you over.
Since this is a VERY short story, it doesn't delve into the wider universe of the games much. In this case I think it's a good thing. I've not played the spin-off Xbox Live arcade game, Fable: Heroes, that this story is supposed to tie into. but I didn't feel like I was missing anything. As long as you liked Reaver from the main Fable game series, you should be good to pick this one up.
Since this is a VERY short story, it doesn't delve into the wider universe of the games much. In this case I think it's a good thing. I've not played the spin-off Xbox Live arcade game, Fable: Heroes, that this story is supposed to tie into. but I didn't feel like I was missing anything. As long as you liked Reaver from the main Fable game series, you should be good to pick this one up.
April 24, 2022
Pretty solid quick read about one of my favorite characters to hate (in that he's a huge piece of shit but you can't help but love when he's involved), dear Reaver.
I love the Fable series and now have all of the books, but I hadn't gotten around to reading any of them. I had started with F2 as a teen and really enjoyed it, and loved F3 even more. I didn't get around to actually playing the original until a few weeks ago, and having done that, I got sucked back into Albion and really want to invest some time in other Fable media.
I love the Fable series and now have all of the books, but I hadn't gotten around to reading any of them. I had started with F2 as a teen and really enjoyed it, and loved F3 even more. I didn't get around to actually playing the original until a few weeks ago, and having done that, I got sucked back into Albion and really want to invest some time in other Fable media.
May 6, 2023
Love the way that Peter David captured one of my favorite canp villians personality perfect. Must read for all Reaver fans looking for more Reaver content.
July 21, 2023
Loved this short read about reaver. I do so wish it was longer and there were more stories or more into reaver between games and other books !! Peter David’s Fable stories are always so good !
February 21, 2025
Not bad for a novella
August 1, 2012
As mentioned in my review of Fable: Jack of Blades, I loved the first Fable game but found the second lacking and didn't like the third at all. As such I don't have much interest in Peter David's novels in the universe despite being a fan of his and hadn't read any of his Fable stuff until these short stories came out. Having really liked Jack of Blades and Theresa I decided to try Reaver even though I really don't remember the character much.
My lack of recall didn't end up being an issue at all, as David gives us a complete story of a multilevel confrontation between pirate captains set well before the events in Fable II and provides all necessary information while fully developing several characters, including Reaver. As with the other two Fable stories he packs a lot of detail and intrigue into this short tale despite it's length. I found the first three quarters of the story much more interesting than the climactic battle, but it's a small, personal complaint and the ending suits the story and the characters well. Also, fans who enjoy action as much as mystery or are more attached to the Reaver character in the first place might not have the same reaction.
While I didn't like Reaver quite as much as Jack of Blades or Theresa, it is still a well done adventure and worth a read for fans of Albion.
My lack of recall didn't end up being an issue at all, as David gives us a complete story of a multilevel confrontation between pirate captains set well before the events in Fable II and provides all necessary information while fully developing several characters, including Reaver. As with the other two Fable stories he packs a lot of detail and intrigue into this short tale despite it's length. I found the first three quarters of the story much more interesting than the climactic battle, but it's a small, personal complaint and the ending suits the story and the characters well. Also, fans who enjoy action as much as mystery or are more attached to the Reaver character in the first place might not have the same reaction.
While I didn't like Reaver quite as much as Jack of Blades or Theresa, it is still a well done adventure and worth a read for fans of Albion.
August 12, 2017
A nifty, snarky, and rather exciting little pirate story. If you are a fan of Reaver you will almost definitely dig this. If you aren't... it's still a fun pirate tale, and well worth the 99 cents. I mainly recommend it to the fans, though.
May 26, 2016
I love Reaver (who doesn't?) and I think the best thing about this book is just how typically Reaver it is. Whether or not you've played Fable before reading this book, you will be charmed by his cunning, narcissistic ways.
April 24, 2018
Love it, it's short and sweet and shows Reaver's true character. Also provides some backstory on Captain Dread from Fable 2.
Love Peter David's Fable works, I have read the Balverine Order, Blood Ties and now this. Now onto Theresa and Jack of Blades :)
Love Peter David's Fable works, I have read the Balverine Order, Blood Ties and now this. Now onto Theresa and Jack of Blades :)
January 11, 2014
Entertaining; but it is a story about Fable's (arguably) biggest villian, after all.
February 22, 2014
Excellent read
I recommend this book to anyone who is a fan of the Fable video game franchise. For it answers several questions.
I recommend this book to anyone who is a fan of the Fable video game franchise. For it answers several questions.
January 17, 2016
Reaver is perfect. Just ask him. He was the best part of Fable 2 and 3, no contest. He's the perfect narcissist and I counldnt help hearing Stephen Fry's voice as I was reading. Just awesome.
August 22, 2016
Fable
This book does the Game franchise justice . It was violent and Gruesome ...Encore. Ok can't wait to read more in the series
This book does the Game franchise justice . It was violent and Gruesome ...Encore. Ok can't wait to read more in the series
January 29, 2020
Fun fable read
A lot better than expected. Would highly recommend to fable franchise fans. Play the games first though if you want better context
A lot better than expected. Would highly recommend to fable franchise fans. Play the games first though if you want better context
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