I really like the story and the rich description. I don’t think it fits the challenge, though.

Right. I too thought this story was beautifully crafted, great word choices and a gripping ending – but, whether it fits the challenge is debatable.

Other than the ‘angry’ gust of wind, I can’t really see any anthropomorphism – ‘spiraling up like red dragons’ is a metaphor, so…

It’s difficult, because as a story I would rate this a strong 5 – judging day will bring how I rate it as an entry I suppose, but nonetheless, good work and thanks for your participation… MH :)

I have to agree with the others. This is an intriguing story with beautiful descriptions, but I don’t really see the anthropomorphism.

However, since it is not my place to judge this in terms of the challenge, I give you the five pencils the prose deserves.