Embercore

In a world of monsters, magic, and empires, no one can tolerate a weak king. Pirin, heir to the throne, should’ve had every advantage in life, but he is an Embercore—a magical cripple. His arcane techniques and psychic bloodline abilities are more likely to blow up in his face than work properly. No matter what, he’ll always be a step behind. But unstable magic can be the most devastating if used just right. Armed with nothing but stubborn determination, he sets out into foreign lands to fix his soul, find an animal familiar, and push the absolute limits of his unstable abilities.

Pirin has taken his first steps into a wider world, but he has a long way to go before he catches up to the rest of the mages. As he crosses an ocean in search for a teacher, Pirin encounters a long-buried ruin that’s attracting all the nearby wildlife—and not the friendly kind. Worse, the local guilds are scrambling to take control of the ruins. The risks might be great, but the rewards waiting in the depths are even greater. Though he’s gained a little power, the true climb is just beginning, and he’ll need every advantage he can get if he wants to overcome the deficiencies of his Embercore.

The Mainland awaits. Pirin is going to steal from an Unbound Lord. With a deadline to save his kingdom, Pirin is going to need all the elixirs and arcane resources he can get his hands on. Following the guidance of his new and mysterious instructor, he plans to steal from one of the Emperor’s top enforcers. But the balance of power on the Mainland is shifting, and the Unbound Lords’ loyalties may not be as secure as they seem. Pirin doesn’t have time to get caught up in imperial politics. He finally has a chance to reveal his power to the world.