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

'Congratulations Bryan!!' In the real world, Bryan was greeted by Benny's cheerful voice the moment he opened his eyes.


He smiled warmly and patted Benny's head as he asked, "How long did it take for me to advance?"


'A little less than two hours.' Benny replied as he licked one of his front paws. All of a sudden he stopped in his actions and stared at Bryan deeply.


"What is it?" Bryan tilted his head as he asked. However, Benny didn't reply. Instead, he circled around Bryan a few times and carefully scrutinized the latter. 


He then walked and sat down in front of Bryan as he asked excitedly, 'Bryan! Bryan! What innate abilities did you get? Tell me! Tell me!'


Bryan began to chuckle looking at Benny's childlike behavior, "Let's check it out together, shall we?"


He then got off the bed and stretched his arms and legs for a few moments. His joints felt stiff after sitting in the same position for such a long time. 


Passive