In the kingdom of Emerald, the name Soru'draigg stands as a symbol of power and prestige, a lineage that guards the empire with unmatched prowess. But beneath this legacy lies a ruthless truth—only the strong are named, and the weak are forgotten.

Born without magic, a nameless child is cast into the shadows of his family, exiled to a hidden branch where failures are discarded. Yet, he is plagued by visions—fragments of a past he does not recall and a future he cannot avoid.

As he embarks on a journey across the continent, honing his skills and forging unexpected bonds, the nameless boy uncovers the dark truths buried within his family and the empire they serve. His quest for acceptance turns into a struggle for survival as he delves deeper into the mysteries of the Soru'draigg legacy and the curse that binds him to a fate far more sinister than he imagined.

Everyman's Nightmare

"See you tomorrow, sir!" Cole, one of the recruits, called out, saluting as Aristellus walked by. The rest of the group echoed his farewell, voices bright with admiration. 


"You too, Cole. Just don't train too hard," Aristellus replied with a chuckle, waving them off as he stepped into the bustling streets of Garnet. The sun sat high, casting a warm glow over the city as it thrummed with life. 


A week had passed since Aristellus had started training the new recruits, and every day had felt more productive than the last. From the crack of dawn until noon, he drilled with them, helping them grasp the basics of swordsmanship. They'd share lunch together afterward, and each day he'd try—unsuccessfully—to convince them to rest for the afternoon. But the recruits, inspired by him, pushed on, training even after he'd left. 


"They sure are hardworking," Aristellus murmured to himself as he walked away, still hearing the distant shouts of their training echoing from the barracks. 


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