Aware of the prior direwolf scouting mishap, Thorian made a calculated decision to delay his and Brix's departure. He chose to wait until all units had returned safely from their dungeon escapades before venturing forth. Once all were accounted fo...
2023-08-04 00:47:59 +0000 UTC View PostAs the hours slipped by, Thorian summoned one spell after another. It wasn't in response to any imminent threat or assault; rather, he sought to understand the nuanced behavior of mana within his body as he performed his magic. As twilight gave wa...
2023-08-02 17:25:55 +0000 UTC View PostAfter the final distribution of rewards, Thorian and his band of kobolds and direwolves began their departure from the lightning-infused dungeon. Emerging through the mystical portal, they found themselves back within the cold, damp cavern that ma...
2023-08-01 18:50:24 +0000 UTC View PostUpon hearing Harald's assured words, Thorian deferred the floor to him. "Well then, why don't you announce those with the highest contributions? They will receive priority for the items, based on their ranking," he suggested.
With a nod and ...
2023-07-29 02:40:58 +0000 UTC View PostEven though the Thunderbird had already been incinerated, the flames remained unquenched, engulfing half of the battle-arena in their terrible grip. As Thorian pondered ways to extinguish the fire, to his surprise, the flames suddenly vanished wit...
2023-07-25 00:09:26 +0000 UTC View PostOnce teleported, Thorian found himself immersed in the subtle glow of a dimly-lit chamber. Its only sources of illumination were twin lamps suspended from the ceiling, each housing a controlled and persistent electrical discharge. They cast a sapp...
2023-07-18 01:57:23 +0000 UTC View PostThe statues, hewn from cold stone, came alive with a grating, mechanical rumble. Each bore an alien, unchanging expression that was devoid of emotion. An armory of archaic weaponry was held in their grasp: some cradling spears, others brandishing ...
2023-07-15 00:40:12 +0000 UTC View PostThorian watched as Aqua solved the puzzle with effortless ease, a smile gracing his face. He glanced around at the rest of the team before speaking, "We might as well follow suit. No sense in lingering here."
"Darn it!" Ventus erupted in fru...
2023-07-10 00:14:21 +0000 UTC View PostUpon hearing Ventus's exclamation, Ifrit's curiosity was piqued. "This is real! It's like a sea of clouds below us!" She marvelled.
A hush fell upon the group as they wandered towards the edge to take in the view. The surreal vista left them...
2023-07-07 02:54:37 +0000 UTC View PostChoose the difficulty layer you wish to enter.
Layer I: Recommended for a party of ten at Peak First Advancement.
Layer II: Recommended for a party of ten at Second Advancement.
Layer III: Recommended for a party of ten at Peak S...
2023-07-03 17:24:07 +0000 UTC View PostComing out of the Verdant Labyrinth, Thorian decided to check out his status screen. Display Panel
Ding
Race: Flame Kobold
Level: 20/30 (exp: 123/4400)
Class: Elemental Magus
Level: 9/40 (exp...
2023-07-02 00:24:53 +0000 UTC View PostLocksley
Outer City
Jacob squinted up at the dual suns in the sky, a hint of annoyance tinging his expression. The advent of the second sun brought with it an oppressive heat. The sweltering temperatur...
2023-06-26 23:05:44 +0000 UTC View PostAs Thorian unlatched the heavy chest, a warm golden luminescence leaked outwards. Good, another golden glow.
Once the brilliance abated, the team leaned in to inspect the hoard nestled within. Thorian's fingers brushed against the f...
2023-06-26 22:45:09 +0000 UTC View PostHaving fulfilled his guild obligations, Thorian brought the civilians together, offering them the choice between two non-combatant roles: Blacksmith or Alchemist. Realizing they could still accumulate experience points and level up through craftin...
2023-06-23 21:22:08 +0000 UTC View Post[Congratulations, you have advanced to the unique class: "Elemental Magus"]
Thorian's eyes widened with astonishment as he read the notification. A unique class? So, that was why only Aiden had been the recipient previously.
U...
2023-06-22 12:37:29 +0000 UTC View Post[Congratulations. You are the first in your kingdom to break through the Ashen Ember Gate.]
Seeing the notification in front of him, Thorian was surprised. There was a reward for this kind of thing?
Just as he finished his tho...
2023-06-21 18:52:33 +0000 UTC View PostAfter the meeting's conclusion, Thorian conducted a ceremonious funeral for all those who had lost their lives—either in combat or while fleeing the human invaders. After ensuring the deceased were honored with due respect, he permitted those wh...
2023-06-19 22:10:49 +0000 UTC View PostAs he had initially planned, Thorian returned to the forest to aid the kobold and kobloids in extinguishing the fire. This endeavor allowed Thorian to hone his Wind Gust spell, while the water magi employed their abilities to supplement the elemen...
2023-06-17 15:32:30 +0000 UTC View PostFrom the heart of the inferno, a titanic form took shape. Thorian, astride his steed Harald, launched himself clear of the surprise attack. His red fur bore the scars of multiple burns, yet no trace of damage dared to breach his skin.
"Tryin...
2023-06-16 23:48:48 +0000 UTC View PostThe inferno roared, wild and untamed, pressing Thorian's men into fits of coughing as acrid smoke filled their lungs. Flames danced mercilessly around them, felling trees that crashed to the ground and severed their escape routes. Thorian's eyes d...
2023-06-15 22:59:28 +0000 UTC View Post"Fall back!" Thorian commanded, his eyes sharply trained on the encroaching wave of humans.
Upon receiving his command, Saxum's unit wheeled about and made a break for their leader, with Thorian and Ventus providing protective cover using th...
2023-06-15 02:51:09 +0000 UTC View PostAs I was writing the next chapter, I noticed a little problem with this final stretch of the first volume. It's moving so quickly with so few issues and conflicts that it barely counts as the book's climax.
So, after doing some re-planning, ...
2023-06-14 21:16:02 +0000 UTC View PostAs Thorian led his party towards the besieged village, a storm of anticipation swelled within him, forcing him to wrestle with an instinctive urge to immediately plunge into the fray.
Nox, just try to survive for as long as you can. I am...
2023-06-12 19:54:16 +0000 UTC View Post“What are you doing here?”
Upon Thorian's query, the moon kobold stuttered, eyes wide with alarm. "King?"
At the utterance of this title, a wave of kobolds and kobloids surged from the forest. However, the sight of Thorian's band a...
2023-06-11 16:46:17 +0000 UTC View PostWolvendale Village
Western Gate
Some time ago
Nox found himself perched atop the newly reinforced wall. Its broadened expanse now allowed not only for comfortable seating, but al...
2023-06-11 13:24:55 +0000 UTC View PostAt Thorian's command, Vigil advanced, with Ventus shadowing him closely. Although the priest demonstrated a slight hesitancy, the wind magus moved nonchalantly, displaying no fear of the pack of giant wolves who would readily liberate his flesh fr...
2023-06-10 22:28:30 +0000 UTC View Post“King, I’m sure everyone has wanted to ask you this, but how do you know so many things?”
The moment Ventus uttered those words, even Vigil ceased his actions, turning to listen with an intensity that was rarely seen. All eyes were on ...
2023-06-10 19:55:50 +0000 UTC View PostAs the sun's rays pierced through the window, heralding the dawn of a new day, Thorian roused from his modest bed. His eyes roved over the minimalist decor of the room. A small desk, a humble nightstand, and a tiny chair comprised the sparse adorn...
2023-06-10 14:22:51 +0000 UTC View PostThe cacophonous din of battle reigned on the fields of Locksley, a gruesome symphony woven by clashing blades, shrieking monsters, and the anguished cries of the fallen. Tristan, drenched in the blood of the goblins he'd just dispatched, took a mo...
2023-06-09 00:54:04 +0000 UTC View Post