From the depths of a fortress concealed in shadow, a dark sorcerer’s machinations unleashes darkness across the lands like a creeping plague, leaving oblivion in his wake. Throughout it all, his will is bent upon finding the scattered shards of the Great Crystal: the vessel that holds dominion over all magic.
Far away from the flames of war, a young man named Marcus is unwittingly led into this distant realm by an ancient power, not knowing the part he is to play. As he takes his first steps from Earth and into Lyrridia, he is confronted by a world of spells, swords, and beauty. But grave dangers lurk in the gloom of night, and Marcus must unlock his hidden potential to fulfill his destiny—as Wielder of the Flame.
Nikolas Rex resides in Washington State with his wife and two daughters. He is a WSU grad with his B.A. in Digital Technology and Culture, Minor in Fine Arts, Minor in English, as well as his Professional Writing Certificate. He has a deep love for the written word and a passion for design. Aside from writing fantasy, his other hobbies and interests include sketching concept art, reading fantasy and science fiction, and spending time with his family. He can usually be found late Saturday nights with friends neck deep in role playing campaigns such as Blades in the Dark, Dungeon World, the ever popular and oh-so classic Dungeons and Dragons, and/or a slew of board games like Settlers of Catan, Carcasconne, Thunderstone Advanced, Final Days of an Empire, Splendor, Ticket to Ride, Dominion, and countless more.