PandaDumpling

With the advent of steam power, mankind has advanced and ushered in the industrial revolution. This is the age of steam locomotives, automatons, guns, and cannons, as well as curses, magic, artifacts, and the occult.

Hidden in the shadows are a group of extraordinary people who wield enormous power and strange abilities that normal people cannot even begin to comprehend. They are known as Transcendents!

Bryan, a wily thief with a penchant for mischief, lost his parents at a very young age and was forced to live on the streets. That is until his whole life turned around when he was shown the Path to becoming a Transcendent. 

The Theft Path specializes in deceit and illusions. It can steal everything under the heavens. Even the powers, thoughts, and lives of others.

Follow Bryan on his journey through this dangerous and treacherous world as he steals from gods and robs the mortals. 

This is the story of The Deceitful One.

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My novel has a steampunk world setting, so expect a lot of steam-powered technology as well as retro-looking futuristic inventions. Furthermore, there will be churches, secret organizations, and cults. So if you're a fan of LotM—which I have taken inspiration from btw—you will definitely like my novel. Also, this is my first attempt at writing a novel so you might find some mistakes here and there. Just know that I'm constantly trying to improve. Cheers!

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The Deceitful One

Winter had almost passed and spring was already on its way. It hadn't snowed for days, weeks even, and the days were also starting to get longer and warmer.


It was early in the morning and Bryan was walking towards the Silver Owls HQ as Benny sat on his shoulders looking around at the scenery as well as the people passing by in wonder.


It had been a month since Benny was born. And surprisingly enough, he was almost as big as a regular cat!


Bryan thought that this growth spurt must be related to Benny being a Transcendent creature. He had no prior knowledge regarding transcendent creatures, hence, this was just his mere speculation.


As the days passed, Bryan had come to realize a lot of things about Benny. First and foremost, Benny hated taking baths!


Second, his favorite food was raw tenderloin steak and fresh milk. Third, Bryan could communicate with him telepathically. 


Nightmare Cat