1132 Results with the "Fantasy" genre


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      Forty-Two

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In this chapter, Niclays Roos is deeply engrossed in deciphering an ancient text, *The Tale of Komoridu*, which he believes holds the key to immortality. Working tirelessly on a silk scroll, he meticulously copies characters of varying sizes, convinced they form a celestial map. His companion, Laya, interrupts his work with broth, teasing him about his obsession. Niclays defends his alchemical pursuits, claiming madness is a necessary trait for progress. The tension is palpable as he races against time,…
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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-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-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-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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      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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      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-Nine

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the *Rose Eternal* caught in a violent storm in the Sundance Sea. Loth, a nobleman aboard the ship, battles seasickness in his cabin before deciding to face the tempest head-on, invoking the Knight of Courage’s teachings. On deck, he is met with chaos: crew members struggle against the wind and waves, one sailor is swept overboard, and the ship’s mast begins to splinter. Despite the danger, Loth seeks solace near Captain Harlowe, a seasoned seafarer, as the storm threatens to…
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      Sixty

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter "East" from *The Priory of the Orange Tree* opens with the ship *Pursuit* navigating the treacherous Unending Sea under the guidance of Padar, a skilled navigator who interprets the stars like pieces on a celestial gameboard. Despite the challenges posed by the gyre, Padar's expertise ensures the ship stays on course. Niclays Roos, a key character, stands on deck, filled with anticipation as he nears his destination, silently addressing someone named Jan. The scene is set with a sense of…
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      Sixty-One

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Lord Arteloth (Loth) awakening bound and disoriented aboard the *Rose Eternal*, captained by a mysterious young woman from Feather Island. The cold and eerie dusk set a tense atmosphere as Loth realizes he and the gunner Thim are prisoners. Their captor, a silent Seiikinese woman with a scarred cheek, ignores Loth’s demands and threats of piracy. Loth notices a flower-painted case at her hip, suspecting it holds a jewel crucial to defeating the Nameless One—a threat he urgently…
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