Amidst a realm where magic stands as the bulwark against looming threats, Victor Chevalier emerges as a reluctant yet determined figure of hope. Raised in the opulent confines of the City of Solas, Victor's life shatters when his latent magical abilities surface, triggering a brutal assault on his family and the tragic loss of his twin sister. Yet, beneath the veneer of tragedy lies a revelation that could alter the very fabric of existence. Haunted by the specter of his sister's fate—a consequence of a dark pact forged through Victor's own magical prowess—he discovers a newfound purpose in unraveling the enigmatic tapestry of the magical world. Trained in the arcane arts and the intricacies of safeguarding peace, Victor ascends as a formidable Arcanum Agent, tasked with navigating the labyrinthine corridors of intrigue and danger that thread through the city-states. Deployed to the City of Kamehb, Victor is confronted with a harrowing series of murders that threaten to upend the delicate equilibrium of power. Victims are left drained of their life essence, hinting at a malevolent force lurking in the shadows, poised to unleash havoc upon the world. As Victor delves deeper into the abyss, the line between ally and adversary blurs, testing his resolve and convictions. Empowered by his ability to conjure beings from the ethereal realms, Victor unearths a tangled web of deceit spun by warlocks and their nefarious cohorts. Yet, amidst the chaos, he realizes that his quest transcends mere investigation—it is a journey of self-discovery and redemption, a crusade to banish the darkness that plagues his soul and to reclaim the lost fragments of his shattered past. As Victor navigates the treacherous avenues of Kamehb, he grapples with the shadows that dwell within, confronting the demons that lurk in the recesses of his consciousness. In a city where magic is both a weapon and a curse, Victor's odyssey will lead him to the heart of Draiocht, where he must confront the echoes of his history and unleash the dormant potential within to save his sister and preserve the fragile balance of existence.Author's Notes: This is my first time actually attempting to write a story, and I plan on making revisions or changes throughout the story. I'm mostly looking to get feedback on what I've written so far. I'll also be honest while I would love to commit to getting a chapters in on a schedule, but I work a full time job. I'll try to get new chapters in, and if I can will announce revisions and updates as I continue on.