Zaretha

In the midst of a brutal war, dark elf assassin Arden is tasked with retrieving vital plans from a light elf enemy. His mission uncovers a deadly weapon—a gun created by dwarves using black powder—that threatens to change the course of the conflict.

Teaming up with Berdine, a half-human, half-feline master healer, Arden navigates treacherous terrains and deadly confrontations to prevent the weapon from falling into enemy hands. They capture Prince Eryndor, who reveals an internal plot to overthrow King Faelor and seize the weapon.

With General Ninloth coordinating their efforts, Arden and Berdine split their forces. Arden leads an infiltration to stop the coup, while Ninloth and Berdine aim to secure or destroy the weapon plans. As they face magic, betrayal, and their own moral dilemmas, they must act swiftly to protect their kingdom.

"War Crimes" is a high-stakes fantasy of dark magic, shifting loyalties, and the relentless pursuit of survival in a world where the lines between right and wrong blur.

War Crimes: The Shadow of the Assassin

The cold, damp air of the dwarven dungeon bit into Berdine's skin, sending shivers down her spine. The stone walls of her cell were slick with moisture, and the faint glow of torches outside cast eerie shadows that danced across the rough surface. The chains binding her wrists and ankles clinked softly as she shifted, the iron biting into her skin with every movement.

Berdine's heart raced as she tried to focus on her surroundings. The cell was small, barely large enough for her to stand or stretch out fully. She could hear the distant murmur of voices and the clanging of metal from deeper within the fortress, a constant reminder of the hostile world outside her cell.

She closed her eyes, taking a deep breath to steady herself. The air smelled of damp earth and rust, a scent that clung to her nostrils and made her stomach churn. Her mind wandered to Ninloth and the others, hoping they were safe and planning her rescue. But she knew the dwarves would not make it easy.

Strength in Darkness