In the heart of Taypool, the capital of the Holt Empire, young Rex finds himself caught in a web of destiny and despair. Trapped between the glittering opulence of the Inner Circle and the suffocating poverty of the slums, Rex graduates from the Academy with a hollow victory, his First Core mysteriously locked, leaving him adrift in a sea of purposeful hearts. Haunted by questions and doubts, Rex embarks on a perilous journey to discover his true potential. Determined to forge his own path, he faces the daunting challenge of choosing his magic path, a decision that could define his fate in a world where magic reigns supreme.
Little does he know, his family bears a dark secret, a secret that once led to their ruthless extermination at the hands of the Empire's merciless forces. As he delves deeper into his family's mysterious past, he realizes that his locked First Core might be the key to unraveling the truth behind their tragic fate. Despite the brutal trials, Rex's spirit remains unbroken. He finds the strength to fight back, refusing to succumb to the darkness that threatens to consume him. In a city divided by privilege and poverty, he discovers that his unique abilities lie not in brute strength, but in his agility and finesse. With newfound determination, Rex embraces his strengths and embarks on a quest to carve a destiny that defies the limitations society has imposed upon him.
Determined to forge his own path and seek justice for his family, Rex faces the daunting challenges against the Empire. In a world where magic reigns supreme and ancient conspiracies intertwine, Rex's journey takes unexpected twists and turns, leading him to the heart of a powerful rebellion against the Empire.
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The Forgotten Core: A Sage of Cursed Betrayal | 3 | Chapter 3: Shadows and Scrolls | RoyalRoadL | |
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The Forgotten Core: A Sage of Cursed Betrayal | 1 | Chapter 1: Candles in the Dark | RoyalRoadL |