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A Crown of Ashes, A Throne of Swords

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In the aftermath of a devastating war, the once-mighty land of Eldros lies fractured, its noble houses weakened, constant wars, and chaos rising from the shadows. Amid the turmoil, a young noble—Lord Ashborn Blackwood—is granted a fief at the edge of the empire, bordering the cursed swamps of Lythandor. But Ashborn awakens with no memory of his past, his body wounded by a poisoned arrow and his identity clouded in mystery. As he grapples with fragments of a life he can’t recall, he must also confront a land plagued by corruption, unrest, and the whispering taint of Chaos—a malevolent force that twists men into monsters. Armed with only his instinct, a knight's discipline, and the loyalty of a few trusted retainers, Ashborn must rebuild from ruins, earn the trust of his people, and defend his lands from enemies both seen and unseen. But as his memories begin to return, so too do secrets that threaten to unravel Ashborn’s soul. In a world where loyalty is fleeting and power is survival, Ashborn must decide: will he rise as a just ruler, or fall as a pawn of darker designs?
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THE CROWN OF WATERS

Noel Vallis, a young boy born into the noble Vallis family, has always lived in the shadow of expectations. As the heir to a powerful estate, his life seems destined to follow a strict path, but Noel has always felt out of place. Raised in a world of discipline and secrets, he yearns for something more—something that doesn’t conform to the rigid rules of his family. When Noel discovers his mysterious connection to the ancient koi pond on his family’s estate, he unwittingly awakens a dormant power tied to his bloodline. Magic surges within him, but it’s a power that cannot be controlled. A dark crystal refuses to react, and Noel is left questioning his place in the Vallis legacy. His only confidant, Ethen—his childhood friend and the son of his nanny—reveals that Noel is not just any heir, but the true heir to an ancient, magical legacy tied to the very land itself. The Vallis family’s secrets have been hidden for centuries, lost during the Empire Unification War. No heir has appeared in over 300 years, and Duke Vallis, Noel’s father, remains unaware of the true history that binds their family to an ancient seal—the Throne of Waters. This seal lies within the koi pond, a place that has always comforted Noel, but now holds a deeper meaning. It is a key to immense, untapped power, and only Noel, as the true heir, can unlock it. With the help of Ethen, Noel begins a journey of self-discovery and magical awakening. But the power within him comes with a price. As he grows stronger, he must confront his fears, his painful past, and the dark secrets of the Vallis family. The road ahead is fraught with danger, and Noel must learn to master the magic that flows through his veins, all while protecting his family’s legacy from those who seek to control it for their own gain.
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