The Xiled

Koda Dragonheart, known as Truffle, is a 17-year-old orphan raised by the Mokari tribe, whose parents were killed by pirates. Despite his deep connection to the tribe, Truffle is excluded from the tribe's coming-of-age ceremony due to his tragic past. His story takes a painful turn when he learns that Kira, the princess he loves, is betrothed to ShadowClaw, a former bully. Feeling betrayed and out of place, Truffle decides to leave the tribe and sets sail with other outcasts to create a new kingdom called The Xiled, for those who, like him, are rejected by society.

Truffle's journey is shaped by his unique perspective as someone who bridges the worlds of the Mokari tribe and the human world. He speaks English and combines his tribal knowledge with his awareness of technology and human culture. Along the way, he assembles a crew of fellow orphans and outcasts, including Zodac, the Navigator; Mira, the Strategist; Crow, the Mechanic; Zara, the Scout; Orin, the Beast Whisperer; and Talon, the Fighter. Together, they aim to build a haven for others like themselves.

Truffle's life is complicated by secret friendships with Kira, her brother Prince Kaelan, and the tribe's knight Ryden, who stand by him even as he embarks on his rebellious path. His story is one of survival, defiance, and the search for a place where he truly belongs, even as he grapples with love, loyalty, and his evolving sense of identity.