Set before the events of The Broken Regressor, The Blade of Valestrix follows Kael Valestrix, the first-born son of the Valestrix Patriarch's fifth wife and hailed as the family's greatest prodigy. Despite his exceptional abilities and potential, Kael struggles with the expectations of his lineage, often feeling at odds with the ruthless ambitions of his family. The only bonds he cherishes are those with his younger brother, Eren, and their sister. Determined to forge his own path, Kael embarks on a perilous journey through the Tower, wielding his legendary sword Veritas. Each floor presents deadly challenges, twisted creatures, and formidable foes, testing his strength and resolve. As he ascends, Kael not only battles external threats but also confronts the weight of his family's legacy. But Kael's journey takes an unexpected turn when he reaches Floor 76. Face-to-face with a boss that pushes him to his limits, Kael unleashes his true potential – a power so great it alarms the very gods themselves. In a moment that will change the course of history, the divine beings intervene, sealing Kael away in a void of eternal darkness. Trapped in a realm beyond reality, Kael finds himself battling eldritch horrors and his own sanity. Yet, in this cosmic prison, he unlocks abilities that defy comprehension. His power grows to impossible levels, breaking the very system that measures strength in their world. As Kael navigates this new existence, he must find a way to escape the void, protect his beloved siblings from afar, and perhaps even challenge the established order of gods and mortals. All while maintaining his humor and flair for the dramatic – because if you're going to be trapped in a void, you might as well do it with style. In this gripping and often hilarious prequel to The Broken Regressor, readers will witness Kael's evolution from a prodigy burdened by expectations to a being that transcends the very concepts of power. His journey sets the stage for the trials that will impact his brother's fate and the future of the Tower itself.