In a world ravaged by war and chaos, where fate and free will collide, Pafe Tanamuse-a young outcast from the powerful Dragon Clan-embarks on a journey that will either lead him to unimaginable power or destroy him in its wake. Cursed from birth, Pafe is determined to unlock the ancient power of the dragons. But as he battles powerful enemies, ruthless kings, and his own dark thoughts, one question remains: Can he shape his own destiny, or is he doomed to be consumed by the shadows within? No one is safe, and everything is in play. In a time where heroes rise and fall, the only certainty is death. FIRST DRAFT