histórias de Romanfantasy

In the wake of Rome's collapse, the winds of change swept across the ancient world, carrying with it the remnants of an empire on the brink of annihilation. As chaos engulfed the once-mighty civilization, a beacon of hope emerged amidst the turmoil-the island of Britannia. In this land of mist and legends, the wealthy and powerful sought refuge, forging a new path in the face of impending darkness. They formed the Imperium Britannia, a bastion of strength and resilience, determined to withstand the relentless onslaught of the Gothic Empire. Centuries passed, and as the world evolved, so did Britannia. It embraced the golden age of steam, where colossal war machines, driven by the power of steam, became the embodiment of its indomitable spirit. These mechanical behemoths, with their thunderous roars and billowing smoke, dominated the battlefields, skies, and vast oceans, becoming the ultimate weapon against the encroaching Gothic Empire. Now, in the year 2045, the legions of Imperium Britannia find themselves locked in an epic struggle for survival. The Gothic Empire, fueled by a thirst for power and expansion, unleashes its relentless hordes upon the last bastion of resistance. The fate of an empire hangs in the balance as the war rages on. Heroes rise from the ashes, their hearts ablaze with the spirit of defiance. From the towering war machines that shake the earth with their every step to the swift airships that dance through the clouds, the forces of Imperium Britannia stand united, ready to confront an enemy that seeks to crush their final resistance. Prepare to embark on an exhilarating journey into a world where steam and steel collide, where the fate of an empire rests upon the indomitable will of its people. The battle for Imperium Britannia has only just begun, and its echoes will resonate through the ages, forever etching their mark upon the annals of history.

Lucius was raised to be great. An omen that coincided with his birth marked him as the one to end a reign of terror over the people of Fure. He was always destined to be a hero. But heroes aren't born. They're forged. On witnessing the brutal murder of a family member, Lucius swears to right the wrong done that day, and prevent the murderers from walking away unharmed as they have done so many times before. And so begins his journey as his destiny contends with his will, for his desire for revenge collides with the hero's path laid out for him. Lucius wants to avenge his family, no matter the consequences. And in a world where the gods seem dead, there is nothing to stop him. Entry in the Open Novella Contest 2021, prompts 1 and 20. Round Three Longlist