In the rain-soaked shadows of the Eastern Isle, eighteen-year-old Od sets out on a journey that will test his mettle and redefine his destiny. Armed with little more than a battered blade, a hunter’s bow, and an unyielding determination, he leaves behind the familiar walls of Westport, vowing to find his missing sister after their family’s tragic demise. But the road is perilous. From the chilling horrors lurking in the forests—twisted beasts born of nightmare—to the secrets whispered in the smoky corners of the Gray Duck Inn, Od quickly learns that survival requires more than skill with a sword. It demands courage, cunning, and allies he can trust. Faelyn, an enigmatic young alchemist with a mysterious mastery of Grain magic, becomes his unlikely companion. As their paths entwine, her guarded past and Od’s unwavering resolve spark a connection neither of them expects. Together, they must navigate a world of hidden dangers, from treacherous cliffs and shadowy caves to the murky politics of a war-torn realm. But Od’s quest is more than a simple search—it’s the start of something much greater. A journey of self-discovery. A path to knighthood. And perhaps, a chance to shape the fate of kingdoms as the echoes of power and prophecy rise on the horizon. In a land where loyalty is a fragile currency and horrors stalk the night, can a wandering hunter and a gifted mage find their way to hope, love, and a future worth fighting for? Perfect for fans of epic fantasy, slow-burn romance, and worlds brimming with both wonder and danger.