In the shadowed alleys and opulent avenues of Amenion, the very essence of life can be bottled, sold, and wielded. Here, Kormen, a young man marked by his Vardos heritage and hunted for his crimes against the state, dreams of rising above the suffocating poverty of the streets. Alongside his steadfast companion, Olly, Kormen must navigate a city where magic is currency, and the price of a misstep could be death. As they flee the relentless Sovereign's guard, a twist of fate presents them with a gamble for the ultimate ascent—an expedition that could elevate them to the ranks of the fabled Immortals. But the journey is fraught with perils from within and without. Betrayal, discrimination, ancient rivalries, and the power of an empire threaten to unravel their quest before it begins. From the gritty underbelly of Amenion to the treacherous sands that guard the secrets of a floating island in the sky, Kormen and his band of unlikely allies must confront void creatures, navigate ancient ruins, and defy a society that seeks to crush their spirit. "Ascendant: Book of the Immortals" is a tapestry of loyalty and betrayal, a testament to the indomitable will of those who yearn to change their stars. It is a tale for those who have ever reached for something more—a saga that promises to ensnare your senses and challenge your perceptions of power, privilege, and the price of immortality. What can you expect from "Ascendant"? A city divided by power and poverty, where the essence of life itself is a commodity for the cunning or the cruel. A protagonist torn between the shackles of his heritage and the unforgiving climb to power.An expedition that promises the heavens but threatens to plunge into the abyss of ancient and wild magics. A saga where loyalty is tested, betrayals are wrought in the quietest of shadows, and the fight for survival is relentless. I extend an invitation to join Kormen and Olly as they navigate the treacherous paths laid by gods and men alike. Your journey begins with a single click, but the adventure? It spans worlds. 🌌 Begin the Ascension 🌌 Engage with me, dear reader—leave your mark with comments, theories, and questions. I am ever-present, ready to converse with you about the journey that awaits. With anticipation, Steve Sven P.S. For those who dare to step into the world of "Ascendant," a secret awaits you within the first chapter—a secret that will unravel the very threads of power and destiny