Here it is. Surprised? If you were wondering about the archipelago geography and the seven major islands, I hope this answers your questions.
Keep in mind that the distance between the islands is not on scale, and I pulled them closer ...
2023-08-23 15:35:13 +0000 UTC View PostKai followed Reishi inside the warehouse with Flynn. Large crates and chests were orderly piled and moved by half a dozen busy workers.
“My apologies, I didn’t recognize your guest, master Reishi.” Merchant Revhani continued fawning ov...
2023-08-22 16:52:26 +0000 UTC View PostOutside the Sage Tree, a morning breeze greeted them.
“Come, mister. This way.” Flynn started walking without missing a beat.
“Do you even know where to go?” Kai questioned.
“Sure do. Merchants Terla and Revhan...
2023-08-21 17:38:33 +0000 UTC View PostThe glare Kai threw at her teasing almost made her laugh out loud. Each time she tried to take control of the situation, the boy behaved in unpredictable ways. It was refreshing to see him react as she expected.
She would need to confirm his...
2023-08-11 16:25:15 +0000 UTC View PostAuthor's notes: I just wanted to take a moment to thank you all for the support. An especially big thank you to all my lurkers who decided to leave the shadows and experience the stinging touch of light for my sake. I appreciate a...
2023-08-10 16:53:52 +0000 UTC View PostHey everyone, Drew here. I’ve decided to make a post to address the latest comments. It’s likely many of you won’t know what I’m talking about, so let’s start from the beginning.
Lately, I feel like no matter what I do, some people...
2023-08-09 13:18:05 +0000 UTC View Post“Seems like you’re lost.”
Of course, he just appears as if it was a coincidence.
Captain Zerith stood towering over him, amused.
“Seems like your organization is lacking,” Kai said.
"Touche.” The man di...
2023-08-08 17:05:03 +0000 UTC View PostAuthor's notes: Hi there! I just wanted to let you all know that I've changed the name of Kai's childhood friend Vel to Lou. So that his name isn't too similar to Valela, aka Val.
Drew out.
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The boy—Ka...
2023-08-07 16:49:54 +0000 UTC View PostKai recognized the same woman in a gray uniform as she stepped back on stage.
“Silence.”
The word resounded through the square. The crowd of kids and young teenagers immediately fell quiet. All eyes moved to the speaker.
“N...
2023-08-04 17:00:10 +0000 UTC View PostAuthor's notes: Hi, there! Sorry if I was a bit late.
As I've anticipated, I planned to take a week off to recharge, edit and plan the novel. I've finally decided I'll be taking the week from the 14th to the 18th off. And po...
2023-08-03 17:10:32 +0000 UTC View PostStirring in his bed, Kai had a moment of confusion looking at the unfamiliar wooden boards of the ceiling. Then he remembered where he was.
It’s almost as comfortable as my bed at the estate.
Long shadows stretched on the gr...
2023-08-01 16:29:28 +0000 UTC View PostKai and Flynn sat at the table. Other patrons merrily chatted around them. The hostess of the Sage Tree soon appeared with two steaming plates. Steak with a sweet mango sauce, grilled vegetables on the side, bread and water.
“I hope this i...
2023-07-31 16:31:36 +0000 UTC View PostHere it is, my first AMA. Thank you for all the questions.
I put all the general, random and funny questions at the beginning and the ‘spoilery’ ones in the second part. I ordered them so the further you read, the more spoilery the quest...
2023-07-30 16:12:16 +0000 UTC View PostHi, there. It's been a while since I wanted to do an AMA (Ask Me Anything), but I never got the time until now. I thought it would be a nice thing to do. Depending on your interest, I could turn this into a monthly or seasonal thing.
If you ...
2023-07-28 16:45:52 +0000 UTC View PostShaking hands with Flynn, Kai returned the smile. Then he tightened his grip. Not all at once, that would be rude. He waited for the other boy to accept his challenge, slowly increasing his strength.
Flynn seemed overly eager to accept his c...
2023-07-28 16:36:27 +0000 UTC View PostGraying hair in a tight chignon, a uniform of the same hue. The only dash of color was the green crest of a soaring hawk. From the look on her face, she wasn't any happier than him about the situation.
“I see… Well, boy, let’s take car...
2023-07-27 16:38:48 +0000 UTC View PostKai jogged on the narrow dirt path along the coast, the sea on his right. His only baggage was a spatially expanded backpack, which made him feel only a fraction of the weight of his supplies. A trickle of mana channeled in Steady Runner eased his...
2023-07-25 16:37:27 +0000 UTC View PostThe shining mana signature was closing in at a speed that defied common sense. There was no time to organize or focus on his intentions.
All the flowing Water mana inside his being burst out. It wasn’t a spell, just a tide of energy with b...
2023-07-24 16:57:58 +0000 UTC View PostHi, there, author here :)
First of all, I want to give a huge thank you to all my patreons, truly. I wouldn't be able to keep writing without your support.
I have a few announcements to make:
- I've signed a publishing deal...
2023-07-21 17:05:01 +0000 UTC View PostTrekking through the Veeryd jungle, Kai began to wonder why he did this to himself. He was covered in sweat and dirt, tired and hungry. The scabbard of his sword hung over his shoulder. Not the most practical, but he was too short to carry it on h...
2023-07-21 16:18:25 +0000 UTC View PostHis body was tired, but not as much as his mind. To squeeze Steady Runner for all it was worth had been more challenging than he thought. He had to split his focus on both how the skill affected his body and trying to avoid slamming his head into ...
2023-07-20 16:32:13 +0000 UTC View PostGroggily walking into his living room, Kai gathered Nature mana in his hand with used practice. He stopped by the windowsill in front of a delicate plant with jade leaves. It remained in the same ceramic pot it had been first planted two months ag...
2023-07-18 16:45:11 +0000 UTC View PostA headache pulsed behind his eyes, his mind was foggy. Not exactly the best way to start a new day. Massaging his temples, he tried to stand up but stopped with a grimace. There was hardly a spot on his body that didn’t hurt.
He was used t...
2023-07-17 16:43:42 +0000 UTC View PostAuthor's note: Sorry if I was a bit late, my brain is fried XD
I'll probably take a week off at the end of this month or in August. But I'll warn you in advance when I decide.
Have a good weekend, I'll spend mine re-ed...
2023-07-14 16:49:44 +0000 UTC View PostDark clouds covered the sky. The roaring sea did not add any reassuring note to the picture. The high tide and winds stirred the waters. Each time a wave crashed on shore it sent a drizzle of cold salty droplets against his skin. Kai didn’t move...
2023-07-13 16:21:58 +0000 UTC View PostNo, there were no shortcuts. To replenish his reserves, Kai had to absorb motes of elemental mana one by one.
He expelled about a tenth of his mana since he was topped off with neutral mana. Then he began patiently gathering Nature mana whic...
2023-07-11 16:02:05 +0000 UTC View PostKai stood rooted on the spot.
Did I hear wrong? Is it really happening?
“Come, we can sit in the garden,” Dora said, taking the lead.
He followed behind her bewildered. He had waited for so long, it didn’t feel rea...
2023-07-10 16:06:53 +0000 UTC View PostAuthor's notes: Just one quick clarification. I noticed I wasn't very clear in the previous chapter - people can have a minor or major affinity for an element (depending if it's higher or lower than 30 in the Merian Republic), but...
2023-07-07 16:12:07 +0000 UTC View PostAuthor's Notes: Edited for clarity.
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After the ritual, Kai confirmed he had gained a level in Mana Sense reaching 51. It was the fastest level ever, but it didn’t come without consequences. He had never drun...
2023-07-06 16:39:59 +0000 UTC View PostThe rest of the day passed like a fever dream. Kai went through the motions, but his mind wasn’t really there. His thoughts returned to the impending ritual, making up scenarios where everything that could go wrong did.
He thought he had g...
2023-07-04 16:06:02 +0000 UTC View Post