Rise From the Dust

Life after the war forces everyone into anarchy and chaos, and after fifty years of fallen leaders and failed governments; unable to properly recover from the warfare, one powerful man began his reign after murdering anyone who got into his way. As the country is rapidly swirling the drain, the people of Ortus are terrified of their new ruler and can only hope for a better future.

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Almost Twenty-year-old Janson hated the world he was born into, thrust into this cursed country with a less than favorable chance at survival. He was taught to grow up fast and run away faster. He raised on the outskirts of his town; living in an orphanage can be tough for anyone, but this one is different. He and his orphaned brothers and sisters are trained to fight back against injustice. He sets out to use his skills in helping the misfortunate. But what happens when his small acts of defiance turn into something bigger?

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