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CHAPTER 1
Jace Turner was just an ordinary stable boy in the shadow of Eryndral Castle, a sprawling fortress that ruled over the golden plains of the Celestial Vale. Or so he thought. His only concern was mucking out stalls, daydreaming of adventure, and occasionally sneaking away to the cliffs to sketch dragons circling high above.That was, until the day the sun turned black.It started at noon, the vibrant sky suddenly splintering with cracks of unnatural shadow. The world groaned, a sound that seemed to shake reality itself. Farmers fled their fields; merchants abandoned their carts. The animals in the stables screamed in unison, eyes rolling white with fear. And then came the symbols glowing, twisting runes appearing in midair like ancient ghosts.One of them hovered before Jace.The rune spiraled, etched in fire and shadow, pulsing with an impossible rhythm. His heart pounded as the rune spoke, not with words, but with images. A burning castle, a fractured sky, a guardian in ornate armor
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The air felt heavy as Jace and his group trudged onward through the desolate landscape, their minds focused on the perilous journey to the Abyssal Wastes. Each step seemed to carry the weight of their mission, the thought of finding the Celestial Shard looming over them like an unspoken promise.Aila’s golden staff illuminated their path, its soft, golden light contrasting against the encroaching darkness of the terrain. Cole, walking ahead of the group, was alert, his silver arrows prepared for any threat that might emerge. Riven walked beside Erynn, their bond growing stronger with each exchanged glance and word of encouragement. Caelum brought up the rear, his dark staff occasionally crackling with latent energy.They had just entered a narrow canyon, its steep walls shadowing their path, when the temperature seemed to drop suddenly. Jace slowed his pace, his hand instinctively moving to the hilt of his sword.“Something’s not right,” he muttered, scanning their surroundings.Befor
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The warmth of the dawn light touched the fortress’s stone walls, softening its foreboding edges. The group stood in silence, each member lost in their own thoughts. The battle was won, but the scars it left behind were visible on their faces and bodies.Jace wiped his blade clean with a torn piece of cloth, his mind replaying the fight with the lieutenant. Despite their victory, the power radiating from the dark-armored foe unsettled him. If that was only a lieutenant, what kind of force awaited them further ahead?Aila noticed the tension in Jace’s posture. She reached out, her golden staff faintly glowing as she gently rested her hand on his arm. “Jace, it’s over, for now. You don’t have to carry this alone.”He turned to her, his hardened expression softening slightly. “I know. It’s just... I keep thinking about how close we came to losing everything. If we’d been a second slower...”“But we weren’t,” Aila interrupted, her tone firm but kind. “We’re here because of you, because of
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The quiet night around the camp was soon filled with the rustle of papers and murmurs as Jace and the others worked out their plan. The fortress ahead would be a critical turning point. If they could secure it, not only would they gain passage through to other potential allies, but they could deal a heavy blow to the remnants of the Phantom King’s forces.Aila leaned over the map, her golden staff casting a warm glow across the parchment. Her eyes were sharp as she analyzed the fortress’s layout. “The walls are high, but there’s a narrow passage along the eastern side,” she pointed out. “If we can scale it without alerting the guards, we might be able to sneak in.”Riven, sharpening his silver sword, snorted. “Sneak? That’s assuming they don’t have patrols everywhere. I say we create a diversion. Draw their attention to the gates while a smaller group infiltrates.”“That could work,” Jace said, considering. “But we’d be splitting our forces. Are you willing to take that risk?”Riven s
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The group emerged from the sanctuary into the open air of Valloria, the golden glow of Lumeris still faintly clinging to their skin. The city, though freed from its immediate dangers, still bore the scars of war and corruption. Buildings were in disrepair, streets littered with debris, and the once-vibrant community had grown wary and disillusioned. Yet, the power of the sanctuary surged within them, filling them with a renewed sense of purpose.Jace turned to Eldrin, his brow furrowed with determination. “You said this power comes with responsibility. What exactly are we meant to do now?”Eldrin’s expression softened, but his eyes remained sharp with purpose. “Valloria is the first step. It must be restored, not just physically but spiritually. The people need hope. And hope is a fragile thing; it must be nurtured carefully.”“Easier said than done,” Riven muttered, resting his silver sword on his shoulder. His sharp eyes scanned the city’s broken skyline, his expression unreadable.
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Eldrin led the group through the twisting paths of the Evershade Expanse. The forest seemed to pulse with an energy that none of them could quite place. The trees whispered secrets in the wind, and the air itself seemed alive with an ancient power. Eldrin moved with practiced ease, his staff emitting a soft glow that kept the darkness at bay.Jace stayed close to Aila, his eyes scanning their surroundings for any sign of danger. His hand remained near the hilt of his sword, his instincts sharpened from years of fighting. Aila, for her part, held her glowing staff firmly, its golden light contrasting against the eerie atmosphere of the forest. She glanced at Eldrin, her curiosity piqued by the enigmatic guide.“What is this test you spoke of?” Aila asked, breaking the silence.Eldrin paused, turning to face her. His expression was unreadable, his eyes deep pools of wisdom. “The test is one of intent and resolve,” he said. “Lumeris is not merely a sanctuary; it is a living entity, bound
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The group pressed forward, leaving the ruined village and the unsettling beast behind them. The road ahead was no easier, the shadows of the dense forest around them seeming to stretch further and darker than before. Each step carried with it the weight of their mission, the uncertainty of Brannen's fate, and the growing realization that Valloria's beauty was only a fragile reprieve.As they traveled, the mood was heavy. Cole walked silently, his silver bow slung across his back, his eyes constantly scanning the surroundings. Aila stayed close to Jace, her golden staff emitting a faint, warm glow that seemed to keep the ever-creeping darkness at bay. Erynn, however, seemed lost in thought, walking slightly behind Riven, who had taken it upon himself to ensure the group’s rear remained secure.Caelum, ever the enigma, moved with his dark staff gripped tightly in one hand. His face was drawn, his thoughts clearly elsewhere. It had been his idea to stay behind in Valloria, searching for
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The group moved on from the clearing, the tension lingering like an unwelcome shadow. Each step forward felt heavier as if the air around them thickened the deeper they ventured into Valloria's reclaimed outskirts. The ancient ruins spoke of a time long forgotten, their crumbled facades whispering secrets no one could understand.Jace walked at the front, his sword unsheathed, his eyes scanning the path ahead for any sign of danger. Aila followed closely, her golden staff glowing faintly, casting a soft, protective light around them. Behind them, Riven kept pace with Erynn, who seemed lost in thought, her eyes flickering between concern and resolve. Cole and Caelum brought up the rear, the latter still gripping his dark staff with a distant look on his face.“Do you think the bandit leader will return with reinforcements?” Riven asked, his voice breaking the silence.“If he has any sense, he’ll keep running,” Cole replied, notching an arrow onto his silver bow. “But I doubt he’s smart
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The night sky hung heavy with stars as Jace, Aila, Riven, Erynn, Cole, and Caelum gathered around a crackling fire on the outskirts of Valloria’s ruins. The air carried the tang of burnt wood and the quiet hum of nature slowly reclaiming its domain. Exhaustion weighed on them all, but an unspoken tension kept sleep at bay. The memory of the temple's shadows and the eerie pull of the Eternal Flame lingered like an unhealed wound.Jace sat apart from the others, sharpening his sword in deliberate, rhythmic strokes. His gaze drifted to Caelum, who stared into the fire with a haunted expression. Since their escape, Caelum had been uncharacteristically silent, his dark staff resting unused beside him.“You alright, Caelum?” Jace asked, breaking the uneasy quiet.Caelum didn’t look up. “I’m fine.”“You don’t look fine,” Cole said, leaning back against a fallen log. “Whatever happened back there, whatever that Flame did to you... it’s still messing with your head, isn’t it?”Caelum’s jaw tig
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The forest grew darker and denser as the group pressed on, following the cloaked figures. An eerie stillness settled around them, broken only by the crunch of leaves underfoot and the occasional rustle of unseen creatures. The air was heavy, charged with a strange energy that set Jace’s nerves on edge. He kept his sword unsheathed, his fingers gripping the hilt tightly. Aila’s golden staff glowed faintly, casting light onto the path, while Caelum’s dark staff seemed to absorb the light around it.“Where exactly are you leading us?” Jace asked, his voice firm but laced with suspicion. He was tired of the cryptic nature of their guides.The woman leading the cloaked figures glanced back at him, her piercing yellow eyes glowing faintly in the dim light. “To a place where answers await. If you’re serious about stopping this war, you’ll need what lies ahead.”Jace exchanged a glance with Aila, who nodded subtly. Though Aila’s expression remained calm, her hand tightened around her staff. S
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KEEMUNKNOWN0920
Damn good! We have the same taste of fantasy story . Mine titled also is The Guardian and the Archon; the cursed shadow.