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Book The Undying Illusionist

    Book Details:
  • Author : Candy Crum
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2018-03-19
  • ISBN : 9781642020090
  • Pages : 340 pages

Download or read book The Undying Illusionist written by Candy Crum and published by . This book was released on 2018-03-19 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Remnant invaders. Evil druids. A murderer on the loose. Good thing Arcadia has found a new ally. With Doyle's grim warning to Amelia before he was killed, the Chancellor is struggling to find clues to who the wolf in their blossoming city could be. But Arryn has already found her. The problem is proving it. Student after student has gone missing, and the remnant have been invading the Valley, ripping it apart one village at a time-but Arryn knows more will come and something has to be done. After getting help from an unlikely source, Arryn finds the proof she needs-but her problems have only just begun. Talia's compatriot, a dark mystic named Scarlett, has quite a game planned for Arryn, and she may have to abandon the city she loves in order to save it. Set on the foundation laid by the Kurtherian Gambit Series, The Arcadian Druid tells an entirely new story in the Age of Magic--and of the heroes and villains who battle for control of its destiny.

Book The Undying Wizard

    Book Details:
  • Author : Andrew J. Offutt
  • Publisher : Ace Books
  • Release : 1982
  • ISBN : 9780441845149
  • Pages : 229 pages

Download or read book The Undying Wizard written by Andrew J. Offutt and published by Ace Books. This book was released on 1982 with total page 229 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Undying Magic

    Book Details:
  • Author : TJ Green
  • Publisher : Mountolive Publishing
  • Release : 2020-02-17
  • ISBN : 0995131341
  • Pages : 343 pages

Download or read book Undying Magic written by TJ Green and published by Mountolive Publishing. This book was released on 2020-02-17 with total page 343 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winter grips White Haven, bringing death in its wake. It's close to the winter solstice when Newton reports that dead bodies have been found drained of their blood. Then people start disappearing, and Genevieve calls a coven meeting. What they hear chills their blood. This has happened before, and it's going to get worse. The witches have to face their toughest challenge yet – vampires. At the same time, Ben and the paranormal investigators are investigating the House of Spirits, a house with links to the occult that once belonged to the mysterious medium Madame Charron. Chillingly, the new owners seem to have secrets of their own. As they start to investigate, Avery realises that the House of Spirits and the deaths and disappearances are linked. The house hides more secrets than they ever expected. As the body count rises, they scramble to stop the attacks, while trying to save the people they love. The stakes are raised - in more ways than one. White Haven has never been more deadly. If you love witches and magic, and like your urban fantasy fast-paced and action-packed, then you'll love this. Grab the fifth book in the series now! Keywords: Witchy fiction, witch mysteries, witch urban fantasy, paranormal fiction, paranormal fantasy series, paranormal mystery, supernatural suspense, occult fiction, magic, action and adventure, spirits, ghosts, mild romance, paranormal cozy mystery, mystery books, Cornish village mysteries, occult fiction, demons, contemporary fantasy, urban fantasy, humour, friendship, magic, spells, intrigue, English myths, legends and folklore, witchcraft, Wiccan fiction, grimoires and spell books, vampires, Yuletide, winter solstice

Book Performing Magic on the Western Stage

Download or read book Performing Magic on the Western Stage written by L. Hass and published by Springer. This book was released on 2008-12-08 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Performing Magic on the Western Stage examines magic as a performing art and as a meaningful social practice, linking magic to cultural arenas such as religion, finance, gender, and nationality and profiling magicians from Robert-Houdin to Pen& Teller.

Book The Magic in My Beating Heart

Download or read book The Magic in My Beating Heart written by Maria Johnsen and published by Maria Johnsen. This book was released on 2024-01-12 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Magic in My Beating Heart" is my ode to the ineffable, an attempt to capture the elusive beauty of love in all its complexities, presented as a collection of short stories in poetic form. It's an invitation to dance with the words, immerse yourself in the ebb and flow of emotions, and discover the magic within your own beating heart. May these poetic tales of love, these short stories in verse, ignite introspection, rekindle memories, and inspire a renewed appreciation for the transformative power of love in all its poetic glory. I hope you enjoy reading these poems.

Book The Magic Mirror and the Wishes it Grants

Download or read book The Magic Mirror and the Wishes it Grants written by AQEEL AHMED and published by AQEEL AHMED. This book was released on 2023-09-05 with total page 55 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Summary about this story: "Reflections of Dreams: The Enchanted Mirror" is an interesting story for kids that takes them into the worlds of magic, dreams, and the power of having a goal. The story is about what happens to Lily, a young girl who lives in a beautiful town with rolling hills and sparkling streams. Her insatiable desire to know more and her vivid fantasy led her to an old, dusty mirror with a complicated frame studded with gems. When Lily brushes away the dust, the mirror starts to shine brightly, and a musical voice says that it is the "Mirror of Dreams," a magical relic that helps people with pure hearts and wise souls get what they want. Lily's surprise turns into excitement, and she sets out on a life-changing journey of self-discovery. Chapters of wonder show how Lily's three dreams come true. Her first wish takes her to places far away, where she discovers jungles, mountains, and oceans and makes friends with people and animals from all different cultures. As a result of this goal, she learns the value of unity, the beauty of variety, and how important it is to connect with other people. Lily gets her second wish and goes home. She realizes that the warmth of her family and the simple pleasures of her town have a place in her heart that can't be replaced. Her travels have shown how important love, roots, and the things we know, and love are to who we are. Her last wish sums up the whole point of her journey: she wants a world full of love, kindness, and understanding. This dream goes beyond individual goals because it shows the power of working together and the ability to help all people. Lily gets smarter as the story goes on, and she finally becomes a village elder. She shares her thoughts and experiences, as well as the timeless reminder that the magic of the mirror is not in the item itself, but in the souls of those who dare to dream and want a better world. The hamlet becomes a place of peace, progress, and kindness, which inspires the surrounding areas and leads to positive change. The story's main message is that wishes made with love, kindness, and selflessness have the power to change the future, inspire future generations, and make changes that last. It shows that the real power of the mirror is in the hopes of those who follow their dreams and work together to make the future better. "Reflections of Dreams: The Enchanted Mirror" is a book that celebrates the endless potential of the human spirit and encourages readers of all ages to see the magic in themselves and in the world around them. How the story started: Once upon a time, there was a young girl named Lily who lived in a beautiful town with rolling hills and sparkling streams. She had a vivid imagination and was always interested in new things. The peaceful and charming setting of the town was perfect for Lily's growing creativity. Lily's days were full of adventures through wildflower fields and along babbling brooks that whispered secrets from long ago. Her bright eyes hinted at uncharted land, and her never-ending hunger for new stories and experiences drove her to keep looking for them. Lily was sitting on the steps of her grandmother's small house one sunny afternoon as the smell of flowers wafted through the town in a light breeze. The cottage itself was a treasure chest of memories. Its weathered walls echoed with laughter and knowledge from centuries past. Lily's eyes wandered to the attic, a mysterious place where whispers from another time could be heard. She was interested in the idea of finding secret treasures there. Lily climbed the creaky stairs, the sound of her steps matching the rustling of the leaves outside. She did this because she wanted an adventure. With each step, her excitement grew, and a hint of dustiness told her that time had passed. She finally opened the door to the attic, and when she saw the riches inside, her eyes grew wide. Her attention was drawn to an old, dusty mirror that leaned beautifully against the far wall, between old trunks and forgotten jewels. Its frame, which was a work of art in and of itself, was a tribute to the skill of an earlier time. Its edges were covered with intricate carvings of magical animals and otherworldly settings that seemed to move in the flickering light that came through the small windows in the attic. Gemstones of all different colors were nestled in the frame, and the beautiful images they made on the attic walls made it look like the mirror itself was hiding a secret world. It was different from any other mirror Lily had ever seen, and it seemed to be made of magic. It seemed to whisper secrets from the past. As Lily reached out to wipe away the layers of dust that had built up on the mirror over time, her fingers shook with a mix of fear and joy. As her hand touched the glass, a sweet, musical chime rang through the attic, giving her chills. The mirror started to give off a soft, otherworldly glow that wrapped Lily in a warm hug. A sweet, lyrical voice came from inside the glass. It wove a tapestry of words that danced in the air like petals carried by the wind. "I am the Mirror of Dreams," it said, and its voice rang with the wisdom of times past. "A guardian of wishes and a doorway to the magical realm." Lily's beating got faster, just like the voice in the mirror. She paid close attention as the mirror told her about all the dreams it had seen and wishes it had made come true. With each word, the mirror's ethereal light pulsed, filling the air with a feeling of awe and possibilities. Lily stood in front of the mirror and thought about her thoughts and dreams. She thought about her deepest wishes: to travel to faraway places, to figure out the secrets of the world, and to have a future full of exciting adventures. Lily took a deep breath and spoke out loud her first wish. She did this with hope and determination in her voice. "I want to go to the farthest corners of the world and figure out what's going on there," she said with the excitement of someone about to go on a great journey. As she said the last word of her wish, the attic was filled with the sound of the mirror's light getting brighter. Its light wrapped around Lily like a bright hug. The world around her started to blur and swirl, and in an instant, she was standing on a golden beach with waves crashing against the shore and palm trees moving in the warm air. She asked the mirror to take her to a place where there were no limits and no known boundaries. Lily's heart raced when she saw the beautiful scene in front of her. This was the beginning of an amazing journey that would take her across huge oceans, through dense woods she couldn't get through, and up tall mountains. She didn't know that her trip was just getting started and that the power of the mirror would bring her many more wonderful gifts. As Lily carefully wiped away the dust that had built up on the mirror's surface over the years, the air was filled with a sense of anticipation. With each gentle stroke, a soft, shimmering glow seemed to come out of the depths of the glass, like a sleeping spell slowly coming to life. Everyone in the crowd seemed to be holding their breath as Lily was about to cross a mystery line. As the last bits of dust were brushed away, a beautiful shimmer emerged, a symphony of light that swirled and sparkled across the mirror. The twinkle took on a life of its own, weaving a pattern of stars that drew Lily toward it and pulled her into its warm embrace. The alluring light seemed to whisper secrets from the past, calling her to find out more about its seductive charm. Lily moved closer to the surreal scene in front of her. She gasped in shock and was mesmerized by it. Her own reflection sparkled in the mirror's depths, where it was surrounded by bright light. Her image was covered in a soft glow that seemed to match the spirit of her thoughts. The mirror had turned into a magical portal, an open doorway between the world of truth and the world of dreams.

Book Cabal

    Book Details:
  • Author : Clive Barker
  • Publisher : Crossroad Press
  • Release : 2017-08-20
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 237 pages

Download or read book Cabal written by Clive Barker and published by Crossroad Press. This book was released on 2017-08-20 with total page 237 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cabal is the story of Boone, a tortured soul haunted by the conviction that he has committed atrocious crimes. In a necropolis in the wilds of Canada, he seeks refuge and finds the last great creatures of the world - the shape-shifters known as the Nightbreed. They are possessed of unearthly powers-and so is Boone. In the hunt for Boone, they too will be hunted. Now only the courage of this strange human can save them from extinction. And only the undying passion of a woman can save Boone from his own corrupting hell... This novella is the basis for the Major Motion Picture - Nightbreed.

Book Buried Magic

    Book Details:
  • Author : TJ Green
  • Publisher : Mountolive Publishing
  • Release : 2018-11-22
  • ISBN : 0995131333
  • Pages : 263 pages

Download or read book Buried Magic written by TJ Green and published by Mountolive Publishing. This book was released on 2018-11-22 with total page 263 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Witchcraft, dark secrets, and demons. No one is safe in White Haven. Avery, one of the five White Haven witches, practices her magic alone and spends her days working in her bookshop, refusing to join the coven. However, days away from Litha, the summer solstice, a deceased customer bequeaths her a rune covered box and an intriguing letter that reveals the witches are missing a vital part of their history. The news shatters her organised life completely. Five ancient family grimoires are hidden in the town, and within their pages lies a secret. Unable to resist a mystery, Avery is determined to find them. However, the tarot cards predict danger, and when another witch—the sexy, but annoying Alex Bonneville—shares the same premonition, they know that an unknown enemy is determined to stop them using any means necessary. Avery never backs down from a fight, and Alex refuses to let her fight alone. When White Haven turns into a battleground of magic and demons, the witches’ lives will never be the same again. Buried Magic is perfect for fans of paranormal mysteries who love authentic witchcraft and magic, a slow-burn romance, English humour, a gorgeous Cornish setting with lots of myths, and plenty of action. Join the coven and buy Buried Magic now! ***This story completes in book 2, Magic Unbound. All subsequent stories are complete. Keywords: Witchy fiction, witch mysteries, witch urban fantasy, paranormal fiction, paranormal fantasy series, paranormal mystery, supernatural suspense, occult fiction, magic, action and adventure, spirits, ghosts, mild romance, paranormal cozy mystery, mystery books, Cornish village mysteries, occult fiction, demons, contemporary fantasy, urban fantasy, humour, friendship, magic, spells, intrigue, English myths, legends and folklore, witchcraft, Wiccan fiction, grimoires and spell books.

Book Magic Unbound

    Book Details:
  • Author : TJ Green
  • Publisher : Mountolive Publishing
  • Release : 2019-01-10
  • ISBN : 099513135X
  • Pages : 275 pages

Download or read book Magic Unbound written by TJ Green and published by Mountolive Publishing. This book was released on 2019-01-10 with total page 275 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As the secrets of White Haven are uncovered, the witches are in more danger than ever. Avery and the other witches are now being hunted, and they know someone is betraying them. The question is, who? Not only do they have to defend themselves against the powerful Favershams, but they also have the mysterious DI Newton to contend with. And of course, Avery also has to battle her increasing attraction to the dangerously seductive Alex. One thing is certain. They have to find their missing grimoires before their attackers do, and they have to strike back. If you love urban fantasy, filled with magic and a twist of romance, you'll love Magic Unbound. Buy now to find out what's hidden in the grimoires, and what this means for the White Haven Witches. Keywords: Witchy fiction, witch mysteries, witch urban fantasy, paranormal fiction, paranormal fantasy series, paranormal mystery, supernatural suspense, occult fiction, magic, action and adventure, spirits, ghosts, mild romance, paranormal cozy mystery, mystery books, Cornish village mysteries, occult fiction, demons, contemporary fantasy, urban fantasy, humour, friendship, magic, spells, intrigue, English myths, legends and folklore, witchcraft, Wiccan fiction, grimoires and spell books,

Book Magic Unleashed

    Book Details:
  • Author : TJ Green
  • Publisher : Mountolive Publishing
  • Release : 2019-05-16
  • ISBN : 0995131368
  • Pages : 341 pages

Download or read book Magic Unleashed written by TJ Green and published by Mountolive Publishing. This book was released on 2019-05-16 with total page 341 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Old magic, new enemies. The danger never stops in White Haven. Avery and the White Haven witches have finally found their grimoires and defeated the Favershams, but their troubles are only just beginning. Something escaped from the spirit world when they battled beneath All Souls Church, and now it wants to stay, unleashing violence across Cornwall. On top of that, the magic they released when they broke the binding spell is attracting powerful creatures from the deep, creatures that need men to survive. And then there’s the Witches Council. Thirteen covens spread across Cornwall, and not all of them welcome the White Haven witches. Avery, Alex and the others find themselves fighting to save White Haven, their friends, and their lives. If you love urban fantasy, magic, witchcraft, and a twist of romance, you’ll love Magic Unleashed. Keywords: Witchy fiction, witch mysteries, witch urban fantasy, paranormal fiction, paranormal fantasy series, paranormal mystery, supernatural suspense, occult fiction, magic, action and adventure, spirits, ghosts, mild romance, paranormal cozy mystery, mystery books, Cornish village mysteries, occult fiction, demons, contemporary fantasy, urban fantasy, humour, friendship, magic, spells, intrigue, English myths, legends and folklore, witchcraft, Wiccan fiction, grimoires and spell books, mermaids, nephilim, angels

Book Crown of Magic

    Book Details:
  • Author : TJ Green
  • Publisher : Mountolive Publishing
  • Release : 2021-02-18
  • ISBN : 0995138699
  • Pages : 365 pages

Download or read book Crown of Magic written by TJ Green and published by Mountolive Publishing. This book was released on 2021-02-18 with total page 365 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Passions run deep at Beltane - too deep. With the Beltane Festival approaching, the preparations in White Haven are in full swing, but when emotions soar out of control, the witches suspect more than just high spirits. As part of the celebrations, a local theatre group is rehearsing Tristan and Iseult, but it seems Beltane magic is affecting the cast, and all sorts of old myths are brought to the surface. The May Queen brings desire, fertility, and the promise of renewal, but love can also be dark and dangerous. Avery finds that her emotions are vulnerable to the primal magic that courses through the town, as are the other witches, and suddenly relationships are under pressure as they have never been before. When the Beltane fires burn, will White Haven burn too? If you love witches, myths, and action-packed urban fantasy, grab your copy of Crown of Magic now! Keywords: Witchy fiction, witch mysteries, witch urban fantasy, paranormal fiction, paranormal fantasy series, paranormal mystery, supernatural suspense, occult fiction, magic, action and adventure, spirits, ghosts, mild romance, paranormal cozy mystery, mystery books, Cornish village mysteries, occult fiction, demons, contemporary fantasy, urban fantasy, humour, friendship, magic, spells, intrigue, English myths, legends and folklore, witchcraft, Wiccan fiction, grimoires and spell books, Beltane, Goddess.

Book All Hallows  Magic

    Book Details:
  • Author : TJ Green
  • Publisher : Mountolive Publishing
  • Release : 2019-10-31
  • ISBN : 0995131376
  • Pages : 355 pages

Download or read book All Hallows Magic written by TJ Green and published by Mountolive Publishing. This book was released on 2019-10-31 with total page 355 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As Samhain approaches, worlds collide. A Shifter family arrives in White Haven, one of them close to death. Avery offers them sanctuary, only to find their pursuers are close behind, intent on retribution. In an effort to help them, Avery and Alex are dragged into a fight they didn’t want but must see through. As if that weren't enough trouble, strange signs begin to appear at Old Haven Church. Avery realises that an unknown witch has wicked plans for Samhain, and is determined to breach the veils between worlds. Avery and her friends scramble to discover who the mysterious newcomer is, all while being attacked one by one. This battle just got personal. When their enemy, Caspian Faversham, offers to help, they must decide if they can trust him. But if they’re to survive, they don’t have a choice. Everything is changing, and Avery has to negotiate where her future lies, while desperately fighting to even have one. One thing is clear. Old friends and new are needed to save White Haven from its biggest threat yet. If you love witchy urban fantasy filled with magic, action, and mystery, you will love this series. Grab the fourth book in the series now! Keywords: Witchy fiction, witch mysteries, witch urban fantasy, paranormal fiction, paranormal fantasy series, paranormal mystery, supernatural suspense, occult fiction, magic, action and adventure, spirits, ghosts, mild romance, paranormal cozy mystery, mystery books, Cornish village mysteries, occult fiction, demons, contemporary fantasy, urban fantasy, humour, friendship, magic, spells, intrigue, English myths, legends and folklore, witchcraft, Wiccan fiction, grimoires and spell books, Halloween mysteries, Samhain.

Book The Magic in this Other World is Too Far Behind  Volume 8

Download or read book The Magic in this Other World is Too Far Behind Volume 8 written by Gamei Hitsuji and published by J-Novel Club. This book was released on 2018-12-20 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reiji’s party meets back up with Suimei and company to discuss the various threats challenging them now. Is there a dark connection they’ve been overlooking this whole time? Either way, it’ll be hard for them to put their heads together when Suimei is still keeping secrets. Will he finally be able to come clean with his friends? And just how are they going to deal with the colorful new interloper in the group? They’ll need to figure out something with what they have coming...

Book Undying Magic

    Book Details:
  • Author : Tj Green
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2024-01-21
  • ISBN : 9781990047787
  • Pages : 0 pages

Download or read book Undying Magic written by Tj Green and published by . This book was released on 2024-01-21 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winter grips White Haven, bringing death in its wake. It's close to the winter solstice when Newton reports that dead bodies have been found drained of their blood. Then people start disappearing, and Genevieve calls a coven meeting. What they hear chills their blood. This has happened before, and it's going to get worse. The witches have to face their toughest challenge yet - vampires. At the same time, Ben and the paranormal investigators are investigating the House of Spirits, a house with links to the occult that once belonged to the mysterious medium Madame Charron. Chillingly, the new owners seem to have secrets of their own. As they start to investigate, Avery realises that the House of Spirits and the deaths and disappearances are linked. The house hides more secrets than they ever expected. As the body count rises, they scramble to stop the attacks, while trying to save the people they love. The stakes are raised - in more ways than one. White Haven has never been more deadly. If you love witches and magic, and like your urban fantasy fast-paced and action-packed, then you'll love this. Grab the fifth book in the series now!

Book Mad God Walking

    Book Details:
  • Author : Connor Drexler
  • Publisher : CityOwl+ORM
  • Release : 2016-10-18
  • ISBN : 1944728317
  • Pages : 298 pages

Download or read book Mad God Walking written by Connor Drexler and published by CityOwl+ORM. This book was released on 2016-10-18 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Once you check into the Night Hotel, you might never check out . . . A supernatural thriller of otherworldly action and adventure. A stranger on earth and a refugee from a twisted Sideways world, Damon slowly builds a life in Brooklyn with his only friends, Thom and Sarah. Learning how to live as a human does not come easy to the being from the Sideways. Memories of the Night Hotel where he grew up—and his guardians, Aunt and Uncle—still haunt him. Despite his bitter childhood, Damon is determined to forget and become worthy of Sarah’s love and Thom’s friendship. When his new life is threatened by an Inquisition of human wizards who are convinced Damon is the same Mad God once responsible for the Dark Ages, he is forced to use the sorcery of the Sideways to protect it and his friends. But each time he uses the addictive magic of his home, he loses a little more of his hard-won humanity. And he must figure out a way to save them all before he turns into the monster the wizards believe him to be . . .

Book Ramanujan s Place in the World of Mathematics

Download or read book Ramanujan s Place in the World of Mathematics written by Krishnaswami Alladi and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-09-17 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The First Edition of the book is a collection of articles, all by the author, on the Indian mathematical genius Srinivasa Ramanujan as well as on some of the greatest mathematicians in history whose life and works have things in common with Ramanujan. It presents a unique comparative study of Ramanujan’s spectacular discoveries and remarkable life with the monumental contributions of various mathematical luminaries, some of whom, like Ramanujan, overcame great difficulties in life. Also, among the articles are reviews of three important books on Ramanujan’s mathematics and life. In addition, some aspects of Ramanujan’s contributions, such as his remarkable formulae for the number pi, his path-breaking work in the theory of partitions, and his fundamental observations on quadratic forms, are discussed. Finally, the book describes various current efforts to ensure that the legacy of Ramanujan will be preserved and continue to thrive in the future. This Second Edition is an expanded version of the first with six more articles by the author. Of note is the inclusion of a detailed review of the movie The Man Who Knew Infinity, a description of the fundamental work of the SASTRA Ramanujan Prize Winners, and an account of the Royal Society Conference to honour Ramanujan’s legacy on the centenary of his election as FRS.

Book Ishura  Vol  6

    Book Details:
  • Author : Keiso
  • Publisher : Yen Press LLC
  • Release : 2024-03-26
  • ISBN : 1975369459
  • Pages : 289 pages

Download or read book Ishura Vol 6 written by Keiso and published by Yen Press LLC. This book was released on 2024-03-26 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The warriors prepare to face off against Alus, who has become Aureatia's greatest enemy. Following his defeat against Lucnoca, Alus has been transformed into a half-machine and begins the attack on Aureatia, with his eye on plunder! Only magical weapons have any hope of harming his new body. The city goes up in flames, bodies litter the ground, and a river of blood flows. All are strong, all are heroic, but only one can claim the mantle of True Hero