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Manabound - Crucible - Chapter 3
LossSloane's consciousness flickered, pain searing through her like wildfire. Her world was reduced to agony and confusion, her vision blurred and obscured by dancing flames. The air was thick with the stench of burning wood and flesh, the roar of fire mingled with the cries of unseen monsters a...
Manabound - Crucible - Chapter 2
DescentGet your ass topside now! I didn’t put all that rusting effort into this ship to see it fall apart around me!Alyce, The Age of Wanderlust Act III Scene 2SpringSurreal.It was the only word that came to mind as Sloane Reinhart leaned against the rail of the Wanderlust, her eyes tracing the li...
Manabound - Crucible - Chapter 1
OneCrucibleThe Lymtorian Republic's fleeting engagement in the Many Parties War left an enduring legacy. One that transformed the strategic landscape of the region in ways still felt today.Mana and War: The Many Parties War. 179 SAGwyneth Reinhart's journey on Eona was nothing short of a tal...
Manabound - Crucible - Prologue
PrologueShifting FocusSome Time AgoCommander Ressa Ka’ai’s gaze followed the telv man as he walked out of the tavern before taking another drink of ale and sighing. She looked down at the small piece of paper she held in her hand that only had one thing written on it. A name of some contact in R...
Manabound - Resilience - Epilogue
EpilogueTaking FlightGwyn inhaled deeply, an attempt to steady the whirlwind of emotions swirling within her. Roslyn was asleep. On Gwyn’s lap. And she was cuddled all cute-like on a small pillow while munching on a strand of her own hair.She’d been a mess of anxiety and nervousness ever since s...
Corporate Mage - Arc 1
Soooo, I know I posted a few of these chapters a while ago, but I kind of got busy with other things and didn't release the rest. So, instead of just continuing from where I left off, here's the entire first arc of Corporate Mage that I wrote back in August.However, I'm just gonna post a...
Manabound - Resilience - Chapter 38
AN: Sorry for the delay, had to fix a bunch after the first draft. One more chapter to go! Epilogue this week, then onto book 6 and book 3 editing!Against the WorldGwyn wasn’t sure how long she’d sat there, reeling at what Amari had said. At one point, she recalled Amari holding her while she so...
Manabound - Resilience - Chapter 37
AN: 1/2 this week. Chapter 38 should be done by Saturday/Sunday. Epilogue for book 5 will be next week. After that, I will be moving to a one-chapter-a-week schedule just for one month so I can work on the book 3 edits for the publisher. Like last time, Artificers will get to see the work in progres...
Manabound - Resilience - Interlude IV
AN: Hey guys! So we have only three chapters left in the book, and these have been a bit of a struggle to get right. The next two are especially important. So, I want you to know ahead of time that they'll be out next week, but I'm not positive of exact days or times.Also, after this book is...
Manabound - Resilience - Chapter 36
AN: Book 1 is up on Amazon in all formats! I would greatly appreciate if you could go and leave a rating/review! Every 5 star helps so much.A Call to ArtificeSloane woke up to the sound of rain battering on the window. Her eyes opened and she sighed at the dim light in the room. Mariel’s light sno...
Manabound - Resilience - Chapter 35
AN: Sorry for the slight delay. Restructured the end of the book.Royal Negotiations“Queen Sloane,” King Tanyth greeted her with a courteous nod, his voice rich with the cadence of authority. “It is an absolute pleasure to meet you. I’ve heard many good things from Alyce, not to mention the r...
Manabound - Resilience - Chapter 34
New Acquaintances“Are you certain it's wise to go alone?” Nemura's brow furrowed with concern. Sloane’s friend stood there with her arms crossed next to Mariel as Sloane gathered her things and shoved them into her spatial satchel.Sloane gave a firm nod. “Yes. Stefan has already arra...
Manabound - Resilience - Interlude III
A Mother’s LoveIn the distance, an ear piercing shriek scattered the tranquility of the early morning. It may have even woken up the entire city block. But to her, it sounded close, possibly even another room within the very same inn. Some might surmise it was a woman's startled cry upon encou...
Manabound - Resilience - Chapter 33
Happy New Years everyone!House of Cards“They're out,” Nasha confirmed, her voice low as the black mana faded from her eyes. Gwyn watched, impressed by the Shadow Guard's deftness. The team had indeed honed their skills under Sabina's vigilant training.Amari nodded in acknowledgment. ...
Bonus - A Perfect Winter's Fest
AN: Merry Christmas / Happy Holidays everyone! Enjoy this little bonus chapter.Also, Book 1 is now up for preorder for both ebook and audiobook. The paperback will be coming soon! All three versions release on 16 Jan 24.The book has been extensively copyedited and proofread!Grab it at: https://www.a...
Manabound - Resilience - Chapter 32
AN: Sorry for the delay, getting things ready for Christmas took some time out of my editing. I hope everyone's holidays go well for those who celebrate them now! See you guys soon!Promises PromisesRoslyn yawned and opened her eyes, squinting at the light filtering into the room. She stretched g...
Manabound - Resilience - Chapter 31
//AN: I'll be taking next week off for the holidays! See you guys on Thursday.Shadows in the NightGwyn slumped in her seat, the classroom's drab walls and the professor's dry lecture on some ancient war doing little to hold her attention. It was another history lesson for a country she w...
Manabound - Resilience - Chapter 30
FracturesRoslyn, her posture poised and dignified, continued her graceful exit from the Hall of Lords, feeling the weight of her responsibilities more than ever. The air outside promised a brief respite from the stifling atmosphere of political machinations that filled the chamber she had just left....
Manabound - Resilience - Chapter 29
29Conversations over a MealGwyn set her tray of food down and sat down next to Lore for lunch, who was already deep in the throes of conversation with her best friend Salla. Daria looked over and waggled her eyebrows as she gestured to the two girls chatting away. Gwyn had to hide her giggling behin...
Interlude - Hope I
The ReturnOn the wind I hear you callingFrom the ocean far awayWhispered as the light is fallingYou gently call my name-First Verse, Anthem of the BlightwychFour Weeks after leaving SwanbrookSome say that absence makes the heart grow fonder. Clearly, those people did not know Ser Gisele Devereaux. A...
Manabound - Resilience - Chapter 28
A True CallingRosale’s contributions to the manatech revolution and the third age cannot be understated. Despite being overtaken in developments within a decade, the nation still maintained its position as a key player in the game that gave them outsized influence throughout the first century.Whil...
Manabound - Resilience - Chapter 27
AN: Hey guys... As some as you may know, I've been sick the past week. It hasn't been getting better and despite my better judgment I tried to power through it. Well, it's finally caught up to me. So, I'm sorry for the late notice, but I'm going to be taking this week off. Get so...
Manabound - Resilience - Chapter 26
Roadside AssistanceThe first hint that Sloane was back to the waking world was feeling a cool, damp cloth gently wiping at her face.As the cloth pulled away, Sloane blinked her eyes slowly, and looked up at Nemura who was looking away from her and wringing the cloth into a bowl.When Nemura turned ba...
Manabound - Resilience - Chapter 25
AN: Sorry for the delay. Got sick suddenly and now I feel like utter crap. Tomorrow's chapter is going to be slightly delayed as well.A Refined PathEveryone who has reached one of the five known refinements knows that the person who emerges is not always the same that went in. For better or for ...
Manabound - Resilience - Chapter 24
Inner SelfSloane was in her room at the inn, its largest and the only one with a second bed. Unfortunately, that bed was small, which meant that Mariel would be using it.Leaving her to share with the infamous bed hogger.Nemura.Sometimes I feel like she does it on purpose. No one likes to wake up wit...
Manabound - Resilience - Chapter 23
AN: Sorry for the delay. Setting up the next two chapters and I want to make sure those are done right. May be some delays on those, but shouldn't be too bad. Maybe just Monday's. They're important.Very.This is also quite long at ~7800 wordsNighttime EscapadesGwyn was nestled comfortably...
Manabound - Resilience - Chapter 22
Village Defenders“Ugh. This is so boring,” Mariel groaned, her tone laced with the unmistakable impatience of youth.Sloane, seated in the back of the wagon, cast a sidelong glance at her daughter. She was about to chime in with a gentle reminder when Nemura beat her to it, fixing Mariel with a s...
Manabound - Resilience - Chapter 21
AN: We're officially 15 ahead! Woo! RR and other tiers start back up on Monday. Thanks for all the support everyone and I hope you have a good weekend.It’s Great to be Queen“Mamma! Look! I'm a princess!” Gwyn's voice, filled with innocent joy, echoed through the quaint pizzeria, ca...
Manabound - Resilience - Chapter 20
Acts of No ReturnGwyn stood poised at the entrance of the magnificent Reinhart Estate, a soft smile gracing her lips as the last of Lorrena’s friends bid their farewells. On her left, Lorrena stood radiant and proud, while Roslyn, Adrienne, Ilyana, and Aleanora gathered around, forming a supportiv...
Manabound - Resilience - Interlude II
Gilded CageThe weight of the wooden door pressed against Roslyn's back as she leaned into it, the solid barrier providing a momentary reprieve from the world outside. Her breaths came in shaky gasps, echoing softly in the confines of their dorm room. The emotions she had tried to suppress bubble...
