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Here’s the cicada itself that inspired this story - give its haunting call a listen!

This year, a HUGE brood of cicada emerged: https://cicadas.uconn.edu/

The Pharaoh cicada, also known as Magicicada septendecim, makes this terrifying sound that was in my head as Cleo chased Al: https://listeninginnature.blogspot.com/2016/06/the-pharaoh-of-cicadas.html#:~:text=People%20describe%20the%20song%20as,volume%20level%20at%20the%20end.

Some quick questions for you:

* What did you think of this story?

* Did you see the ending coming?

* What kind of monster do you think Cleo is?

Answer here: https://zacharyroush.substack.com/p/brood-part-iii

Next week I’ll compile the whole story into a single episode, then you can listen to it all at once or share with someone you know would love it. 

I hope you’re well and that you’ll keep your eyes peeled for next month’s story. 

Until next time Realm Walkers, I’m Zach and your listening to Realms.

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