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Icariel has only ever known the quiet life of Mjull, a remote mountain village untouched by the chaos of the world beyond. But unlike the other villagers, he does not dream of adventure or power—he dreams of survival. Death terrifies him. Every day, every step, every decision is weighed against the fear of dying. Yet, unknown to him, Iliriania is a world ruled by power. Mages born with vast reserves of mana shape reality itself, swordmasters carve legends with their blades, and superhumans awaken abilities that defy logic. Beyond the mountains, kingdoms wage war, monsters prowl the land, and ancient gates open to horrors unseen. And Icariel? He is just a boy with no powers. No grand destiny. No divine blessing. Only a voice—deep, ancient, and ever-present. A voice only he can hear, offering cryptic advice and whispers of survival. But when the fragile peace of his village shatters, Icariel is forced to make a choice: stay hidden in his fear, or step beyond the mountains into a world where only the strong survive. In a land where death is inevitable, can a boy obsessed with survival truly live?
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Ascending Pride

What happens when a dragon gets sacrificed by his mate for his blessings? Blame the bird. What happens when a fish wants to rule the skies? Drag the bird down. What happens when a fox wants revenge? Seek out the bird. What happens when humans are lied to for generations? Coarse the bird. What does any of that have to do with the bird who most have never even met? How do they subdue a being that not even beast gods were able to defeat? How do they force a bird to stop flying? How do they kill a being... that cannot be killed? ... They break his heart... over, and over, and over. It's been over a thousand years since the beast god sealed itself away to heal from it's injuries. 700 years since the dragon was sacrificed. 600 years since a feathered snake started accepting human "wives". Almost 500 years since his heart was shattered. 300 years since history was rewritten. 200 years since the fish sent out a call. 50 years since the fox was tricked. 20 years since he gave his broken heart to a young warrior. 10 years since he was once again betrayed. 2 years since the bird found himself in a new body with only a fraction of his memories. Now, the most precious piece of his heart must either return, or bond with another. Now, the blessings from the sacrificed dragon have become a curse. Now, a young warrior has become leader of her people. Now, three nations are on the verge of extinction. Now, a snake wants his covenant honored. Now, a bird shakes his head as watches with a sigh. So few will live, while so many will die.
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