In the game of deception, intrigue dictates the rules and your secrets are your greatest weapon. Nothing is everlasting, as the cycle of beginnings and ends is the immutable law that governs all creation. Centuries of peace and turmoil have passed since The Black Eye cast forth a scourge of monsters and undead upon the world. From the ashes of unresolved conflicts, five sovereign states have risen, sculpting a new dawn in the Inner Realm. In a forgotten corner of this reborn world, Varne thinks his future holds nothing more than remaining hidden in his village, where his greatest concern is whether he'll bury his friend Eiran or be buried by him. Eiran, despite his determination to become a Decima and voyage across the vast Inner Sea to uncover his origins, finds his future closed by his chronic illness. Yet, an unforeseen dusk descends. The grand invasion by the Terzion Empire heralds its last glimmer. Swift and fierce, the invasion unveils buried secrets, ancient disciplines, and forgotten pacts. Leaders scheme, cold forges are heated anew, and shattered alliances are recast. Sacred orders and nameless forces wield their unseen but ever-present authority. Driven by vengeance, Varne is swept into the past he never knew, stumbling toward a destiny entwined with the future of the world-a world he never cared for. Eiran, in his pursuit of his origins, risks losing the very thing he seeks and finds himself plunged into the heart of the invasion. Varne will encounter truths he never sought, while Eiran confronts the revelation that identity is more than belief. Both will discover that protecting what truly matters may exact the steepest price. *** Perfect for fans of epic fantasy featuring multiple perspectives, mature storylines, and characters who face adversity without flinching. It also offers a meticulously crafted universe that enhances the depth and complexity of the narrative.
39 parts