Amulet Trellis

In a world where darkness rises from the Abyss, monsters roam freely, and the Seven Deadly Demons of the Abyss threaten to consume all life. To protect humanity, the Creator commanded His Archangels to descend from the heavens, bestowing celestial gifts upon mankind— Arcane magics, Psychic abilities, Divine powers, Sacred relics and weapons. Generations have passed, but the ancient war is far from over. The seals that once bound the demons are weakening once more. In response, humanity established a prestigious Academy to train the next generation of heroes—Adventurers who will stand against the coming evil. Among them is a girl named Klera, chosen by fate and armed with a powerful psychic amulet. As she enters the Academy, she is joined by talented, skilled, and powerful allies—Swordsmen, Marksmen, Priestesses and Priests, Mages and Psychics—each trained to face the forces of darkness. But Klera’s journey is not just about training. Along the way, she uncovers mysteries, faces deadly challenges, and discover the hidden truths behind her own destiny. The seals are cracking. The Abyss is stirring. The war between light and darkness begins again—and the fate of the world may rest in the bloodstained hands of the Archangels' final successor.

Give me some ideas or references for the future plot of the story! If you wanted to read 20 Chapters ahead and more, be sure to check my Patreon!!! Go to https://www.patreon.com/Tang12 >English is not my main language as you all will see >Will try my best to make the story enjoyable and can not promise that everyone will be happy as let's be real not all can be pleased >The early chapters will be a bit slow-paced for the continuity of the story From, Author ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Lie Fan was a Normal High School student who loves The Three Kingdoms History, He already plays all of the three kingdoms games and read the Romance of the three kingdoms. When he was walking home from school he encounters a very strange necklace in the street, when he takes the amulet he was reincarnated to the three kingdom era which was 17 years before the beginning of the yellow turban rebellion “Finally I can change the course of history!” Follow Lie Fan in his struggle to rewrite history with the help of a system

[Warning!!! Contains Explicit Scenes, extreme gore, heart-pounding fight scenes, and an extremely combat loving MC!] Two millennials ago, Earth underwent an earth-shattering change. The gods were slaughtered by an unknown terrifying existence, and their potent blood spilled through the entire solar system, corrupting all life on various planets along with Earth. As a last resort, the gods created the Galactic Tower. Their inheritances, strength, and relics were placed as rewards for those who cleared each floor, proving themselves worthy. … Lucian Morningster, the golden boy of the city. He had a perfect life, had the prettiest girl, a good best friend and a very bright future. However, everything changed when he awakened an F-rank talent instead of the expected S-rank talent. “It must be a mistake?” “See? I told you he would awaken a trash talent.” “All that potential, for an F-ranker?” His girlfriend who awakened a C-rank talent, “What a waste, Lucian. My father took you in for nothing!” His best-friend who awakened an A-rank talent, “You know, seeing you so weak and vulnerable is kind of refreshing. She always hated your endless confidence, so do I. It’s no wonder she comes to me after being done with you.” Lucian, who was respected and envied now turned to a joke to the entire school and town. “Boom!” Those who he called friends attacked him, leaving him for dead in the Galactic Tower. … [Ding!] [Congratulations! 100,000x Reroll has been triggered!] [Self Regeneration (F-Rank) has evolved into Extreme Ungodly Regeneration (SSS-Rank)!] ──────────────────────── [Ungodly Regeneration] ▪ Class Rank: SSS ▪ Class Perk: — +∞% Vitality | x300% Mana (SSS) ▪ Class Skills: ➤ (SSS) Ungodly Regeneration: Instantly regenerates from any injury. [Upgradable] ➤ (SSS) Blood Shadow: Use your blood to awaken a blood shadow of slain enemies. [Upgradable] ➤ (SSS) Blood Extraction: Absorb the blood of the dead to gain random stat enhancements. [Upgradable] ────────────────── [Rerolling Standard Combat Spear...] [1,876x Reroll has been triggered!] [Standard Combat Spear → Blood Shadow Devourer(Legendary)] ──────────────────────── [Rerolling Mana Sorage Necklace[Bronze-grade)] [5000x Reroll has been triggered!] [Mana Sorage Necklace[Bronze-grade)→Celestial Essence Amulet (Mythic-grade)] ──────────────── [Rerolling Tresure Chest[Bronze-grade).] [5000x Reroll has been triggered!] [Treaure Chest[Bronze-grade)→Treasure Chest (Mythic-grade)] ••• While others spend their entire lives fighting for Mythical items, Lucian only had to reroll a common item into a mythical item. Equipping Hos Blood Shafows with Mythical grade armor and weapons, Lucian rose through the Tower with an unstoppable force. At the pinnacle, he looked down on the world with disdain. Some say with extraordinary powers, comes extraordinary responsibilities. Lucian: “Fvck that! I just want vengeance!” Extra Tags: No Yaoi, No Yuri, Possibly Harem (Vote! I can write either, and in any case, there will be multiple girls. The only difference is whether he chooses one in the end or goes the crazy path.. democracy is yours!)

In the grimy Black Hound Tavern, disgraced hunter Kael Veymar drowns his failures in ale, his father’s shattered crest a noose around his neck. When a Fallen beast attacks him—spewing acid and cryptic threats about the Harbinger—he’s saved by Lyria, a rogue huntress with a deadly smile and a glowing amulet: the Fractalis, stolen by Kael’s father. Their reunion is cut short by Dren, Kael’s former brother-in-arms, who slit Garrik’s throat for the Guild. After a vicious alley fight, Lyria helps Kael escape, but not before a Fallen’s ooze sears his flesh, leaving veins of corruption that **pulse with the Harbinger’s voice. Seeking answers, they flee to Ms. Miller, an old ally who gifts Kael a sword and a warning: "Find Torin. The skulls will whistle your name." But the Guild is closing in. At Celestis Rise Dren is humiliated for his failure, while the Dozen Vanguards receive a bone-chilling letter—its author dead, its ink fresh. The stakes sharpen: - The Fractalis is not what it seems. - And Garrik Veymar’s shadow stretches long from the grave. Now, Kael and Lyria ride toward Godsgrave, where Hunter blades go to die—and where the Harbinger’s eclipse waits to rise. join the books' discord server https://discord.gg/8aRszmmbwf

> Rejected by her family and abandoned by the man who defiled her, Xoxo begins a painful journey alone and pregnant. With nothing but a mystical amulet gifted by her dying grandmother, she steps into a new life that will test her strength, love, and fate. Years later, she finds herself married to a wealthy man—only to realize he is the same one who destroyed her past. When she gives birth to twin daughters, one is stolen under supernatural circumstances. Now a powerful woman with only half her heart, Xoxo must rise, reclaim her stolen child, and face the truth buried deep in blood and magic. A story of pain, power, and destiny

A young man discovers himself surviving deep underwater after his father dies trying to save him from the attack of the beings from below. Left only with an amulet that can change into a bow, will he explore the abyss that is the sea or will he survive and find his homeland?

After narrowly escaping the massacre of their ancient tribe, a boy whom powers got sealed and his twin sister who has unknown powera are cast into the humans through a dying portal by their parents, carrying nothing but twin amulets and powers they don’t understand. For 12 years, they’ve lived quietly under the roof of a caring grandfather, but when they enroll in a prestigious academy, they unknowingly step into the path of a past they seem to forget. Strange occurrences start to stir like fragments of old magic, secrets buried deep, and shifting realms. As the truth of who they are begins to surface, it becomes clear: what they might become could either save or destroy everything. Alternative title: Ashblood: Hai Kara umareta I will be posting this novel on RoyalRoad.com too so go and visit this link: https://www.royalroad.com/profile/722231/fictions

Setia is a commander of a mercenary army, obsessed with revenge and greed for power. After a great defeat she decides to change her life and reach for the crown. She comes across her past lover, an assassin and former slave. Each of them will play an important role in her future as well as magical Dragon's Amulet.

When amateur archaeologist Lila unearths a cursed amulet in the desert, she expects treasure—not waking up trapped in the body of Queen Aurora, the legendary Phoenix Queen whose downfall doomed an entire kingdom. Now, with a fiery phoenix spirit screaming prophecies in her ear and warring factions expecting her to fix centuries of ruin, Lila faces an impossible choice: embrace her new identity to restore the seven flames and unite the fractured realms, or fight to return to her old life—even if it means destroying the kingdoms forever. But the amulet’s power is growing, Aurora’s memories are bleeding into hers, and the line between hero and villain is crumbling. With dragon lords scheming for war, shadowy enemies hunting her, and a brooding royal guard who’s convinced she’s an imposter, Lila must outwit them all before the amulet consumes her completely—or the real Aurora takes back control. The crown is heavy, the flames demand sacrifice, and time is running out… will she rise as the Phoenix Queen, or burn the world down to escape?

A betrayed warrior is reborn in a world on the brink of ruin! Kael, a military strategist slain by a false friend, awakens in the frail body of Arion Vaelis, a boy in a doomed village. But he is not alone: the Éther, an ancient and dark power, pulses in his veins, whispering promises of greatness… and destruction. When Lord Varkis, a flame-wreathed emissary of the Fire Kingdom, razes the village seeking children with forbidden gifts, Kael unleashes a force beyond his understanding, obliterating his foe in a burst of purple magic that warps time itself.Branded a heretic by his own people and hunted by a kingdom that turns children into weapons, Kael flees into the forest with a broken amulet and a sinister voice in his mind tempting him with devastating power. His eyes, now glowing with a purple sheen, reflect a vow: if the world wants him dead, he will bend it to his will first.Dive into this epic dark fantasy of betrayal, untamed magic, and a hero teetering between glory and ruin. The echo has awakened, and a kingdom’s fate hangs by a thread! Can Kael master the Éther, or will it be his undoing? > Weekly updates: a new chapter every Saturday. Follow the protagonist’s journey, step by step, week by week.

"She stole from a legend. Now he’s watching.” Sera was raised in silence and smoke. A thief of unmatched skill, She believes in nothing—not in rules, not in people, not in love. She lives between rooftops and alleyways, Taking what she wants. Vanishing without a trace. Until the night she stole an ancient amulet— One that belonged to Prince Ilarious, A creature of myth, Older than kingdoms, colder than death. From that moment, He began watching. Not chasing. Just… appearing. Smiling. As if what she took wasn’t just his— But part of him. She doesn’t know what he wants. She doesn’t know how to escape. She stole from a legend—and now she pays the price, but the debt is far from clear. (This is a side story to "When Crows Weep". It can be read on its own or after the main novel)

Feng Bowen, an ordinary office worker in bustling Shanghai, was drowning in debt and monotony when he stumbled upon an ancient jade amulet at a flea market. Little did he know, this artifact was no ordinary trinket—it was imbued with the spirit of an enigmatic financial sage who had mastered the secrets of wealth across the ages. Awakened by Feng’s desperation, the spirit struck a deal: it would guide him to unparalleled riches if he dared to walk the razor’s edge of fortune and risk. Armed with insider wisdom, uncanny investment strategies, and an ability to foresee market trends, Feng Bowen began his meteoric rise, transforming small opportunities into empires.

They called him cursed. He will become their reckoning." Feng Mo was born under a black star—labeled a bastard, shunned by his sect, and left to live as a servant. Powerless and humiliated, he possessed nothing… except a broken bone amulet left behind by his father. But when blood meets fate, the impossible awakens. After a brutal betrayal, Feng Mo’s blood ignites an ancient tomb buried beneath the sect—the Primordial Soul Tomb, the resting place of forgotten bloodline gods. His soul merges with an inheritance sealed for eons: the Eternal Bloodline, a force so terrifying it was erased from history. Now, with enemies in every shadow and forbidden powers pulsing through his veins, Feng Mo embarks on a path of vengeance, ascension, and chaos. The righteous fear him. The wicked want him dead. But no one truly understands what he has become. “I won’t reach immortality. I will rewrite it.”

Raiten wants blood. At ten years old, he helped his best friend steal the Scaled Nodachi and flee their clan to become a hero. She left him behind. The clan elders captured him. They executed his mother. And, to rub salt in the wound, they cursed Raiten into eternal servitude—an immortal slave bound to the Thunder Tower, fighting off their enemies for a decade. Now, that same old friend has returned… and set him free. And it's safe to say… He’s a little pissed. But revenge won’t come easy. Not in Katal, a war-scarred continent of djinns, dragons, witches, and eldritch horrors clawing into reality. Armed with limited lightning amulets, a soul-consuming curse, and two overbearing allies, Raiten sets off to hunt the five clan elders who destroyed his life. Unfortunately, he’s not the only one thirsting for vengeance… … For returning readers: This is a relaunch of Live With Thunder with major changes. For new readers: Expect a blend of vengeance, fast-paced action, some slice-of-life, and intricate worldbuilding. Perfect for fans of Shadow Slave, Red Rising, Mother of Learning, Cosmere, The Witcher, and Roadwarden [Originally published on RR]

Varnel Clockwain, an orphan and has no siblings. he lives in a town called Eirnmoor,a place for researching magic and also the abundant magical energy there. he is a quiet boy with a strange amulet and strange dreams. he likes to make magic items because of his genius brain supply he has. he created a portal that led him to another world. and it turned out that it was all predestined. what happened in his adventure and his destiny?

a young shifter having finally gotten control of her animal instincts with the help of an amulet, meets her twin brothers friends for the first time and ultimately finds herself attracted to his very best friend. One night in the forest when she thinks she's alone she lets loose her animal instincts and accidentally bites the man she loves. As a result he finds himself turning into a creature of the night unexpectedly. Now a girl with almost no command of her powers has to teach a man she can't look in the eye how to accept and harness the power of his beast while she herself has no control of her own.

Bida, a young boy raised by his parents in a rural town. Quite introverted, he spents most of his time inside and listening to the stories of his bedridden grandfather. Stories of the old with heroes fighting evil and being the savior of the world. He likes to envision himself as one of the heroes in the stories possessing strength and courage unlike any others. Who knows maybe one day he'll have the same opportunity as the heroes in his grandfather's stories but for now only time will tell. "English isn't my first language so I know that I'll make a couple of mistakes when writing this stories. I hope that you coud point out or give some advice in the comment section when you have the chance." - Author

The prophecy spoke of one destined to destroy the world. A child born of the strongest in the entire kingdom. As fate would have it, after dying in an unfortunate encounter with a thug, Arthur was reborn as the son of Aric Sylvia—the legendary knight whose blade stood beside the throne and whose name alone struck fear into the hearts of the wicked. But power breeds fear… And fear gives birth to betrayal. In desperation to prevent the fall of his kingdom, the king—a legend as the people would call him—sought salvation from the one being forsaken by all creation: the Abyssal God. Twisting loyalty into treachery, he lent his cursed mana to his knights and sent them to purge House Sylvia, promising then if fame and power. And in a single, blood-soaked night, the noble line was wiped out. Or so the world believed. Unknown to all, the last heartbeat of the Sylvia family endured. A child overlooked, shielded by the dying breaths of his parents and a silver amulet to seal his fate. The prophecy marked him as the one who would bring ruin… But the system granted him a peculiar class—one meant for saviors. Torn between a destiny shaped by blood and the will to choose his own path, Arthur walks the knife’s edge between salvation and destruction. Will he walk the path of a hero to become the world’s greatest sage… or fulfill its vision of a dystopia and become its final nightmare?

In the quiet village of Eldoria, nestled between ancient forests and mist-covered mountains, a young orphan named Elara discovers a mysterious, glowing amulet in the ruins of an abandoned temple. Little does she know that this amulet holds the key to a forgotten realm, a world of magic, mythical creatures, and ancient prophecies.

Bella Hudson a high schooler , is disguised as a vigilante in stone city vile saving lives with her magical power while trying to survive the trauma of high school but soon encounters a dangerous threat .will she be able to yield her power to its full potential and save those she loves or will she betray those she loves and her city in quest for revenge ,truth and betrayal.caught up in a romance with the witches son who she hunts to take down she will have to a decision that would change the course of their lives forever. Will she fight for their love by sparing the truth or will she do the right thing and bring the terror to justice ?. While navigating through right and wrong ,she must protect her friendship with her long term bestie as there will be a rift between the two ladies as the further into college and go their separate ways ,hopefully in her quest for vengeance snd truth she won’t push everyone who was there for her away . The story becomes intruding as later on it was discovered the janitor lady at her school who she knew all this whole was her biological mother who left her in an orphanage home an the woman whom she grew with all this years believing it was her mother wasn’t but a foster mom. Moving on she discovers the bully known as Mandy who treated her like trash was her step sister and the man who was the proprietor of the school was not just the person responsible for her mothers pregnancy but her biological father and Mandy’s dad she must accept her fate but things get worse as her biological mom dies trying to protect her from another evil that would be lurking for the amulet that was given to her as a form of protection and shield from the evil forces that would try to hunt her down . Her secrets as a vigilante finally gets out n people are surprised that she could be the one saving the town from the horrors because she was just a lowly poor girl whom they bullied and made jest off not just Mandy but virtually everyone at school not until lynx came along and because he was the most famous kid at school she became aquatinted with his friends and she became popular . After choosing to do the right by letting out her true identity and exposing her boyfriends mom .lynx had to leave to clear his head as he’s mom was behind bars or even worse dead .Her foster mom soon finds love snd decides to relocate to another city leaving Bella behind to make her own choices as she’s now a young vibrant lady thriving in collage …every one deserves a happy ending except her best friend who was murdered by her ex boyfriend because he was jealous of her and he meant to make her suffer but Bella won’t let it slide as she hunts him down and makes him pay for it. Annie is buried and Mandy now accept bella as her sister…her biological father confessed to rapping her mom back while they where in high school and he ran away avoiding the shame because he was from a noble home .bella came in to leave with them and everybody is happy .after college belka sets of to London with her sweet heart Lynx where they both settled down bore a baby boy she girl and they all lived happily ever after . This book allows young readers to be able to Make the right decision in high school as it is a stepping stone to your future ensuring that you thrive for what you believe in. high school is an endless maze of possibilities and even danger but you must be wise choose your path wisely . Also this books teaches us about friendship and relationships and how they can affect us positively .we must learn value friendships and relationships because without friendship we would be alone in this lonely world .lastly fate can be changed but how do you do that by believing in yourself by fighting fear and doubt just the same way Bella did and she was recognized both in school and in the society,we must embrace love. Dear readers learn to believe in your dreams and imaginations they one day will come true.you know what they say ‘’it’s never too late to dream .

Title: The Thief of Silver and Souls In the shadows of a kingdom where silver is prized above all and souls can be traded like coins, Zia Renaud is a name that strikes fear and fascination. Known as the Thief of Silver and Souls, she's a daring rogue with a hidden purpose: to avenge the family that was taken from her and to unravel the mystery of her origins. But Zia's latest heist comes with an unexpected twist. When she steals an ancient silver amulet rumored to bind souls, she finds herself entangled with Leon, a cursed prince whose spirit is trapped within the amulet, and Alaric, a mysterious and charming rival thief with secrets of his own. Together, they must navigate a world filled with dangerous magic, underground markets, and ruthless sorcerers—all while racing to uncover the truth behind the amulet's powers and to keep their own dark pasts from consuming them. As alliances blur and passion ignites, Zia will face the ultimate choice: protect her own freedom, or save the souls of those she's come to care for. --- Characters: 1. Zia Renaud The Thief of Silver and Souls. A fearless and witty master thief with a knack for outsmarting anyone who gets in her way. Though she's quick with a blade and quicker with her words, she guards her past closely. Zia is driven by a desire for revenge and freedom, hiding a heart more compassionate than she lets on. 2. Leon Elara The Cursed Prince. Once heir to the throne, Leon's spirit has been bound to a powerful amulet that Zia steals. Trapped and unable to move beyond the amulet's reach, Leon is both Zia's reluctant ally and a source of hidden wisdom, with knowledge of dark magic and court secrets. He carries a tragic history and a hope for redemption. 3. Alaric Draven The Rival Thief. Mysterious, charming, and equally skilled, Alaric has crossed paths with Zia before, and their tension is electric. While he keeps his motives guarded, he's drawn to Zia's fire and the danger that surrounds her. Alaric has ties to the kingdom's criminal underworld and harbors his own reasons for seeking the amulet. 4. Madame Seraphine The Soul Broker. A powerful sorceress who traffics in rare magic and lives off stolen souls. She's the dark force behind the amulet's creation and has a personal vendetta against Zia. Manipulative and vengeful, she'll stop at nothing to reclaim what Zia has taken. 5. Emory Gray The Healer. A gentle but skilled healer who helps Zia after a close escape. Emory has a surprising knowledge of ancient magic, and though he avoids conflict, he becomes a steadfast ally in Zia's quest. His presence in the story adds a balance of calm and support. 6. Lady Isolde The Noblewoman. Once close to Leon, Lady Isolde is now a powerful figure in the royal court, respected for her intelligence and rumored to be ruthless. She has her own reasons for getting involved with Zia's journey, and her loyalty is never quite clear, making her a mysterious and unpredictable presence.

Max is a quiet and predictable person who works at a bookstore called "The Book Nook." He loves books and old records, and his life is comfortable and routine. One rainy Tuesday, while sorting through donations, Max finds a mysterious silver amulet with intricate carvings. As soon as he touches it, he feels a strange energy and hears a whisper in his mind saying "Find me." Max is unsure if he imagined the whole thing, but he can't shake off the feeling that the amulet is special. He decides to research the symbols on the amulet and seeks the help of Mr. Henderson, a history buff. That night, Max has a vivid and unsettling dream where he sees a woman trapped in a tower, pleading for help. He wakes up feeling disturbed and realizes that the amulet is calling him to find the woman. Max knows that he's not equipped for adventure, but he feels compelled to answer the call. He decides to embark on a journey to find the woman, despite the danger and uncertainty that lies ahead. As Max prepares to leave his ordinary life behind, he realizes that his life is about to change in ways he can't imagine. He's stepping into the unknown, and the humdrum of his life at the bookstore will be replaced by the thrill of adventure and the echo of the calling amulet.

Dante was no one. A lazy, unremarkable man from Earth, drifting through life—until everything changes, and he is transformed into something divine. In the chaos of his transformation, an ancient entity awakens within. A sardonic, cryptic voice whispers, knowing far more than it lets on. Before any truth is revealed, his world is wiped out in an instant, targeted by the very beings that transformed him, all because his world hid an amulet. After touching the amulet, the voice disappears, and Dante is hurled into a strange world where he's mistaken as the inhabitants' god. Revered by those he doesn’t know, he finds himself caught in a brutal war he never asked to join. Worse, the force that destroyed his world still hunts for the amulet—and it’s far from finished. He didn't choose this. He doesn't understand the rules. And yet, he may be the only one left who can change how it all ends. Phantasm Demontia: Modulation is the first book in a genre-defying sci-fi fantasy trilogy about identity, power, and the fragile prison we call reality.

Warning!! Warning!! Matured Contents here! This Book is rated 18+ and there are a lot of sexual activities, Violence, Hot Romance, War and Raw Words. Read At Your own Risk. Aurora was given a job, the toughest job she has ever had, to steal an Amulet from the Beast Alpha. Aurora came to steal his Magic Amulet but ended up calling him 'Master' He likes it Rough, but she likes it....Rougher. This is the Book 1 of the Master series.

Inspired by popular Danmei and BL writers, comes a story that feels more inclusive to it's writer. A story about a lone cultivator who travels the land in attempt to hunt down a dangerous and mysterious group of foes while also trying to regain a lost amulet. Accompanied by a strange, newly orphaned noble and a snarky steed, he must tackle these many obstacles with a lot more than a few berries on his plate.

In the bustling metropolis of New Avalon, where the mundane intertwines seamlessly with the supernatural, 25-year-old Adrian Blackwood leads a double life. By day, he's a charismatic and mischievous private investigator known for his sharp intellect and charm. By night, he delves into the hidden underbelly of the city, navigating a world filled with supernatural beings—vampires, witches, werewolves, and more. Adrian's life takes an unexpected turn when he stumbles upon a clandestine organization known as "The Veil." This secret society is hell-bent on exploiting supernatural entities for their own gain, threatening the delicate balance between the human and supernatural worlds. As Adrian delves deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy that could plunge New Avalon into chaos.

In a world where past and present intertwine, Isla's reality fractures with the utterance of a forgotten name: Isolde. It's a name that unlocks a torrent of vivid, unsettling memories, binding her to an ancient conflict and a malevolent force named Thane. He claims her as his, plunging her into a desperate struggle against a darkness that threatens to consume not just her, but the very fabric of her world. With Kai, her steadfast protector, Isla seeks refuge, but sanctuary proves fleeting. They are hunted, their every move shadowed by unseen eyes, their refuge a fragile illusion against encroaching dread. The deeper they delve, the more they uncover: ancient prophecies, hidden sanctuaries, and the legacy of Elara, a powerful ancestor whose blood flows through Isla's veins. Betrayal strikes from within, shattering their trust and casting them into a labyrinth of subterranean tunnels, where ancient forges whisper tales of forgotten battles. Here, they learn to wield their inherited powers, forging weapons of light against the encroaching shadows. In a climactic confrontation, they face Thane in his obsidian throne room, a battleground where light clashes with overwhelming darkness. Despite their courage, Thane seizes the amulet, a conduit of ancient power, threatening to unleash its corrupted energy. Yet, Elara's spirit, defiant and unyielding, resists, offering a fragile glimmer of hope. Isla and Kai, battered but unbroken, stand against the encroaching darkness, their fates irrevocably intertwined with the echoes of a shattered queen. They must confront not only Thane, but the fractured fragments of their own pasts, the lingering whispers of betrayal, and the terrifying possibility that the light they carry may not be enough to extinguish the encroaching shadows. The final battle looms, where the very essence of memory and identity will be tested, and the fate of their world hangs precariously in the balance.

"This is a fantastic supernatural Western that oozes tension, grit, and mythic heft. Elias Thorne is a fascinating antihero; the curse is sinister, the villains are mundane and eldritch, and the unyielding pressure applies. This is more than another gunslinger story because of the balance of horror, fate, and moral choice; it’s about the will’s ability to fight against the inevitable." Character: Elias Thorne Charismatic, imperfect, and balancing on the line between survival and damnation. His arc is riveting, transforming from reckless gambler to self-sacrificing bearer of the burden. This will make readers root for him and fear for him. The Curse & Its Rules The idea of “borrowed luck” is pretty simple and yet horrifying. The gradual unraveling of Elias’s fortune provides natural suspense, and the Collector as its enforcer makes it all the more ominous. Malachai & The Collector Malachai himself is an intimate, humanistic danger, while the Collector is a more inexplicably dark and inescapable force that lends Elias’s fate a sense of claustrophobia. Their give-and-take maintains the tension. Moral Dilemma  The central question of sacrificing another or suffering the curse himself raises this above a mere survival story. That internal struggle is what will haunt readers. Cinematic Atmosphere: Dusty saloons, moonlit canyons, a town where curses are the currency—it drips with style. It’s a Western at its core but sprinkled with unsettling, supernatural dread. Areas for Enhancement: The Connection Currently, she mainly describes the curse and helps Elias on his journey. Make it personal; give her something to lose. Maybe she wants the amulet back, or she has her own desperate agenda. The Collector’s Voice It’s sinister, but how does it talk? If it had a sense of comedic absurdity, if it addressed him in riddles that pile onto Elias’s decisions, it would be much scarier. More Western-Infused Prose Your world seems increasingly Western, but you could drive the dialogue and narration deeper into the biting, poetic Western voice (Blood Meridian, The Sisters Brothers) and go a long way toward treating the reader to more immersion. [Book Wow Factor] That is a very powerful basis. With just a few tweaks to Selene and the Collector and a touch more Western style infusing the prose, this could be an instant classic. If this were on your shelf, you would snatch it up.