The Alyrisin have been gifted by the Gods; they are faster, stronger, and altogether more powerful than any of the other clans on the Crescent. This Battlelust makes them unable to feel pain, and they have used it to protect their homeland and the source of their power, the Bloodstone, for centuries.

But when madness begins to overtake the Warriors in their village, Selmas, the first in his family line to be rejected by the Bloodstone, is accused of stealing their precious gift and cursing his clan.

Selmas knows that he is innocent, but with all the clues pointing to him, he'll have to prove his innocence, and his worth. With the help of his cousin, the Chieftain's daughter, and some unexpected allies, Selmas must discover the truth behind what is happening to his people, and prepare to fight against those who wish to destroy Alyris—that is, if they don't destroy themselves first.

The Warriors' Bane is created by Brigid Martin, an eGlobal Creative Publishing author.

The Warriors' Bane

“Nevermind, I don’t like this plan,” Byrin whispers to Selmas, who shushes him. 


From across the table, Gwynfor gives them a murderous look, and Selmas is pretty sure that she will actually kill him if this doesn’t work. 


“We didn’t expect to see you in Wister!” Hundyr’s mother, Amira, says, setting a large platter down on the table in front of them. Byrin makes a small cooing noise when he sees it. “So soon after the Ceremony! Hundyr said that it was quite the occasion.” 


“Yes, well,” Gwynfor says, her teeth gritted, “Chieftain Izalia wanted to make sure that Wister wasn’t alarmed by the… events that conspired there. I came to make sure our alliance was still sound.” 


“Of course it is, of course it is!” Amira exclaims, clapping her hands together. “We would never ruin Hundyr’s marriage prospects.” 


Chapter 15: Dinner with the Future-In-Laws