This gritty medieval fantasy follows multiple characters and subplots through pain, loss, political intrigue, betrayal, and love. Characters rely on strategies and intelligence versus magic.
War across the continent seems imminent...
Recently demoted, Colonel Boric Smith commands the Caldan Empire's elite Thalron Legion. A showdown with the Emperor has put the legion into a precarious position. His legionairres' lives are caught up in the Emperor's quest for retribution against him. Faced with dangerous assignments and raiding missions against civilians, Boric must decide whether the empire he loves needs a new leader. Boric sends his life-long friend Robert on a dangerous mission to change the fate of the empire. If Robert fails, Boric will find himself in open conflict with the Emperor, which could divide the homeland he loves.....
In the neighboring Kishan Empire, Viper is building a mercenary army with the goal of overthrowing the Caldan Empire. Viper quickly realizes the competition is deadly in Grenedines, a city famous for tough mercenary companies. His struggle for power begins in Grenedines, but his ambition extends to the Caldan capital.
Murder, warfare and betrayal follow in this gritty epic, set on the continent of Rouseth.