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Voltech44
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  • Parts 24
  • Time 5h 25m
Voltech44
Ongoing, First published Apr 30, 2021
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"Beware the mark-bearers."

Those are the words drifting in the air of Denline City.  What started out as rumors has become a real threat to its citizens; strange circumstances brought about by stranger people, some desperate to blend in with society -- and others who reject it outright.  Whispers in the wind suggest that a ghost from the past is behind it all, from mass disappearances to an ever-rising body count.  

Yet the truth remains lost in darkness.  And in order to find it -- answers, evidence, and a missing friend -- one of the cursed mark-bearers ventures forth.  All he knows for sure is that the numbers infesting Denline City, invisible to all but those branded like him, are the key to it all.  But before long, his quest leads him to a threat beyond his imagining -- and a rebellion against reality itself.

The end is coming.  And the clock just won't stop ticking.
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The Chronicles of Elysium: The Shadow's Embrace

31 parts Complete

In the mystical land of Elysium, where magic weaves through every leaf and whispers secrets to the wind, a darkness begins to stir. For centuries, the balance between light and shadow has been maintained by the guardians of Elysium, a group of powerful sorcerers sworn to protect the realm from evil. But when a long-forgotten prophecy resurfaces, foretelling the rise of a malevolent force known only as the shadow, the fate of Elysium hangs in the balance. As whispers of dark omens spread like wildfire, a young orphan named Lyra finds herself thrust into a world of magic and danger. With nothing but a mysterious amulet and her wits to guide her, Lyra embarks on a perilous journey to uncover the truth behind the prophecy and stop the shadow from consuming the realm. Along the way, she allies herself with a ragtag group of misfits: a brooding warrior with a haunted past, a cunning thief with a heart of gold, and a wise old sage with secrets of his own. Together, they must navigate treacherous forests, ancient ruins, and deadly creatures as they race against time to thwart the shadow's sinister plans. But as the darkness closes in around them, Lyra discovers that the true power to save Elysium lies within herself - if only she can unlock it in time. Filled with breathtaking magic, epic battles, and unforgettable characters, "The Chronicles of Elysium: The Shadow's Embrace" is a spellbinding tale of courage, friendship, and the enduring strength of the human spirit in the face of darkness.

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