'Excellence is the gradual result of striving for the best. And at Grendilton, only the best strive among us.' Welcome to Grendilton Institute for the magically gifted and talented, home to the most prestigious and prosperous sages and mages in all the land. Only the best are taken by the wings of the institute, creating the most noblest of Paladins, the kindest healers, the bravest summoners and the most knowledgeable alchemist. Led by an array of professors, they guide their students towards mastering their magic, and becoming a beacon of hope amongst the people. We are led into the world of both Connor Heslington and Macey Russells, two first year students who hold great capabilities to become something extraordinary, yet they can't seem to stomach the one hurdle that seems to be in their way: each other. Together these two will uncover not only new things about one another while they quarrel against each other, but they will also stumble on a dark secret that was buried away in the institutes history long ago. Will they be able to put their differences aside to conquer this darkness?

At the heart of Amberguarde lies Stormvein Institute, a fortress where heirs of noble houses, warlocks, paladins, and summoners are trained to master the three great forces-Solar, Lunar, and Astral. But beneath its towering halls of living stone, rivalry runs deeper than magic. Macey Rinaria, the so-called Mad Mage, bears lunar power too volatile to control. Haunted by whispers and a past drowned in fire, she knows one misstep could shatter more than her reputation. Connor Heslington, son of a knightly dynasty, carries the weight of his family's Astral legacy. His oath is to order, not chaos-and certainly not to mages like Macey. When their clash in the lecture hall spirals into a duel that awakens forbidden powers, the two are forced onto a collision course that could tear apart the fragile peace between their houses. Fog conceals secrets. Glyphs hum with warning. And as ancient forces stir-Hinara, Ceao, and Gilgamesh-the truth becomes clear: Stormvein is not a sanctuary. It is a battleground. Magic is rivalry. Rivalry is survival. Began: 7.02.2019 Completed: 21.04.2020 Rewrite: 15.09.2025

'Time shall unfold what plaited cunningness lies. Their magic tainted, shame derides.' The black crows have fought against the righteous views of the Citadel, opposing what the government stand for, realising that not everyone wants to live in a world of order. When the death of their own kind arises, they set their large plan into action. Dante is the sun sage and leading officer of the crimson faction. He is a cutthroat killer who uses his god like powers to destroy anyone who stands in their way. His next targets - Grendiltons precious moon mage, Macey Russells. And heir to the Overseer title, Connor Heslington. When an encounter with the mage becomes disastrous, he begins to question whether or not the morals of the crows is his own. Will he overcome his inner demons?