1132 Results with the "Fantasy" genre


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      Fifty-Three

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Ead preparing for the Feast of High Winter at Ascalon Palace, dressed in an elegant gown as she contemplates her precarious position at court. Having accepted a title from Queen Sabran, she fears being perceived as a traitor by her sisters, yet sees no alternative for survival. Margret Beck arrives, revealing her new role as Lady of the Bedchamber and offering companionship. Their conversation highlights Margret's acceptance of Ead's true identity as a witch, showcasing her…
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      Fifty-Two

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Queen Sabran of Inys confronting Ead and Loth in the Council Chamber after a night of upheaval. Sabran, having narrowly escaped a treasonous plot by the Duchess of Justice, demands answers from her companions. Ead, dressed in warrior-like attire, and Loth exchange uneasy glances as Sabran, weakened but resolute, presses them to explain their recent actions. The queen’s return to power follows the arrest of traitors and the arrival of dubious allies claiming to support her, all of…
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      Fifty-One

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Tané approaching Elder Vara at dawn in the courtyard of Vane Hall, where he is oiling his iron leg. She brings him food and engages in a conversation about his prosthetic, revealing his dependence on it since its creator is deceased. Their exchange shifts to more pressing matters when Elder Vara shares troubling news: the Fleet of the Tiger Eye is rumored to be holding the dragon Nayimathun hostage, using her as leverage for safe passage. Tané is visibly shaken by this revelation,…
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      Fifty

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Ead, a skilled and stealthy operative, navigating the palace after killing a guard. She instructs Loth to hide with Margret while she scouts the area, noting his shock at her lethal actions. Ead moves through the palace undetected, neutralizing two knights-errant outside the Sanctuary Royal. Inside, she observes the courtiers' divided loyalties, symbolized by their livery, and hears a prayer for Queen Sabran, who is supposedly in seclusion. Ead deduces that the Duchess of Justice is…
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      Forty-Nine

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Loth and Ead arrive in Inys aboard the *Bird of Truth*, greeted by a melancholic and sunless coastline. Their destination is Albatross Roost, the westernmost settlement, from where they plan to ride hard to Ascalon within a week. Ead, visibly weakened since leaving Lasia, remains vigilant as they observe the growing Draconic Army fleet near Quarl Bay. In a display of her formidable power, Ead silently incinerates five enemy ships with fire, a stark reminder of the looming threat posed by King Sigoso’s…
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      Forty-Eight

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens on Feather Island, where the aftermath of a fire is being quenched by heavy rain. The Little Shadow-girl emerges from exile and connects with the earth, reflecting on the celestial origins of a powerful jewel she carries. This jewel, a remnant of a comet that ended the Great Sorrow, is revealed to be one of two ancient artifacts imbued with cosmic power. The narrative hints at their historical significance, suggesting they once granted control over natural forces to their bearers. The…
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      Forty-Seven

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter follows Loth and Ead as they flee through the forest on the ichneumon Aralaq, heading toward the Lasian capital of Nzene. Loth reflects on his past, recalling memories of his sister Margret and their shared studies about Lasia, while grappling with the hope of reuniting with her. The journey is arduous, with Aralaq navigating treacherous terrain until they reach the foothills of the Godsblades, where they pause to take in the breathtaking view of Nzene—a city of golden sandstone, towering…
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      Forty-Six

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In this chapter, Ead returns to the kitchens of the Priory, reminiscing about her childhood and reconnecting with Tulgus, the head cook. She subtly inquires about the Prioress’s sun wine, masking her true intentions while observing Loth, who appears drugged with dreamroot. Ead seizes an opportunity to steal a pinch of powder from the spice jars, hinting at her clandestine plans. The scene establishes her calculated demeanor and the tension of her impending actions, as she balances nostalgia with the…
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      Forty-Five

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens on Feather Island, where Tané and Elder Vara witness the aftermath of a devastating earthquake. The beaches are flooded, and an eerie silence hangs over the land. The scholars discover the body of a young Seiikinese dragon washed ashore, its scales dulled by mist and birds. The elders conclude the dragon was boiled alive by the sea—an unnatural and ominous event that leaves the community in shock. Tané, deeply disturbed by the sight, struggles to comprehend the implications of such a…
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      Forty-Four

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Ead's shock at encountering Lord Arteloth (Loth) in the Priory, a place where outsiders are forbidden. Both are stunned by the unexpected reunion, as Loth had been drugged and held captive for months. Despite his confusion, he recognizes Ead as his old friend and resolves to reconnect with her before his memories fade entirely. Ead, however, reacts with betrayal and anger, especially when she learns that Chassar, her mentor, deliberately kept Loth's presence from her. Ead confronts…
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