First of all, let me first start by saying thank you to everyone who is reading and enjoying the story.

This wild ride all started on July 7th, 2023. That's when I first sat down and began to write. Prior to that, I had started and stopped several times on other story ideas. Some of them I even got pretty far in, 10+ chapters, before quitting. The main reason was they simply didn't excite me. I didn't feel anything after a few chapters worth of writing and grew bored. However, I still have all those stories saved, and might even revive one or two of them in the future. But not now.

Now I have The Endless Forest.

Which brings me to this announcement, I have started up a patreon!

I don't expect this story will ever reach the top 1000, much less top 10. But, I do believe this story is a good stepping stone for me. Already, I have learned a lot. I feel that I can continue to grow here and maybe, just maybe, one day I can have something near the top.

So why set up a patreon now? Simple, so it can grow with me. More than wanting to break through the top, I want to become a full-time writer. That wont be easy, I know, but its my dream and I am working on it.

Now, time for some info about the patreon itself. I don't want to just create a patreon and have x amount of advance chapters. I do, but I want to give more. But first, let me be clear: The main story will always be available here on Royal Road. I will continue to post chapters and will never pay-wall it.

If you discover this tale on Amazon, be aware that it has been stolen. Please report the violation.

With that out of the way, let's get onto patreon members get.

All members will get access to exclusive side stories. And what are these side stories? Well, they are a monthly short story focused around one character. This can be anything from a snapshot of their daily life to something as silly as them getting isekai'd. The best part? Members can make suggestions and vote on what they want to see next. And to kick things off, I've already written the first. It's centered around Azelea and her making a new friend.

For those who join above the Kobolds tier, you'll also get access to advance chapters. The amount of chapters available is entirely dependent on your tier. But, again, do not fret. The story will always continue to be posted here. Only consider taking a higher tier if you want to and can afford it.

And finally, there is the silly tier, the tier of the Gods...

That one I don't expect anyone to take, but it does come with one additional perk. I will host a monthly discord call where I will provide help with general writing questions and give out tips. We can even go over anything you've written and I can make suggestions or comments.

Finally, please do not feel like you must become a member. The side stories will not contain anything that is plot relevant to the main story, they are meant to be fun and only that. And while I do have plans to expand the content on patreon, it will always remain optional.

Thank you,

Evil-Emperor