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In a world where Essence, the ancient power that once shaped empires, has all but disappeared, Kael Arden is a forgotten orphan scavenging for survival in the dying village of Valaris. Living in the shadow of legends long gone, Kael has resigned himself to a life of obscurity, unaware that the forces of destiny are about to change everything.

When a mysterious Essence-Wielder appears in Valaris, summoning forces beyond imagination, Kael’s dormant power awakens in a violent surge. Untrained and unprepared, Kael barely survives the encounter, discovering that within him lies an ancient, untamed form of Essence that defies the laws of the world. This sudden burst of power thrusts him into a dangerous game of survival, where powerful factions, rogue warriors, and shadowy organizations vie for control over the lost secrets of Essence.

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Volume 1