The Freelancers

The Black Shield and The Red Fortune

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Pub Date 28 Jul 2020 | Archive Date 31 Jul 2023

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Once, there was a war against black magic in a Kingdom facing a civil strife. Rebels gathered to fight, provoked by a corrupt ruler. When the oppression ended, a hero left behind a legacy. Years later, history repeats itself when a King dies. Having no relatives, a former disciple of the King’s, claims to be the successor. His rivals were outraged by the outcome. So once again, the civil war broke out. When warriors discover the secrets behind the war, their struggles peaked. Their enemies become overwhelming with the use of sorcery. Wizards offer their services as mercenaries in the conflict. However, what worsened the situation was a corrupt legacy. There were eleven ancient magic swords that chose its wielders. Each one had a unique ability, but all are instruments of destruction. One warrior found a sword that can reflect magic. It was made to destroy the ancient swords. Cornered by sorcery, how will he level the playing field with all that he had?

Once, there was a war against black magic in a Kingdom facing a civil strife. Rebels gathered to fight, provoked by a corrupt ruler. When the oppression ended, a hero left behind a legacy. Years...


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The story begins with a war against black magic, and the Kingdom is in turmoil with rebels fighting against a corrupt ruler. As events unfold, the plot takes an unexpected turn when a King's death leaves the throne without an heir. The ensuing succession dispute triggers another civil war, further fueled by the revelation of eleven ancient magic swords, each possessing destructive abilities. Our hero, amidst sorcery and treachery, discovers a unique sword that can reflect magic, leading to a suspenseful showdown with overwhelming enemies. With every page, I was drawn deeper into the immersive world, rooting for the courageous warrior and holding my breath during epic battles.

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In this captivating fantasy novel, the world is immersed in a battle between black magic and a legacy left behind by a heroic figure. The story unfolds in a Kingdom torn by civil strife, where rebels rise against a corrupt ruler. Years later, history repeats itself as a King's death sparks a succession dispute. The plot thickens as warriors discover the existence of eleven ancient magic swords, each possessing a unique destructive power. Amidst the chaos and sorcery, one courageous warrior finds a sword capable of reflecting magic, a weapon that could potentially shift the balance of power. The book takes readers on an intense journey of intrigue, battles, and the struggle for justice. A great read with action-packed adventures, magical battles, and complex characters.

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