When Shadows Lurk

Volcren are monsters made of shadows that glow red from within. When people come into contact with these monsters, they become cursed. But when these people become cursed, they also get the ability to use magic. These cursed people are known as Mages. But because of their curses, people treat the Mages like they're just as bad as the Volcren, even though they're the only ones who can stand up to the monsters.

In this world, there is a girl named Eden. She became a Mage when a Volcren destroyed the town she was living in. But then, a boy around her age saves her.

The boy's name is Ben and like her, he's a Mage. With nowhere to go, Eden decides to go with him to Magdalena, which is a kingdom that is a safe heaven for Mages. There, Eden starts learning how to use her newfound magic. But while doing so, it becomes harder and harder to keep her curse contained.

She doesn't want to become the monster they all think she is.