Devotion Inspires Bravery. Bravery Leads to Sacrifice. Neil Black has finally found his place in the world. He's made new friends with the visiting Zyearthlings, he's got two loving partners, and he's left the assassin life behind. Now he's all geared up to be married and start his new life as Basileus of the Athánatos... assuming he can convince himself this is where he belongs.
But before he complete their vows, the Mage King himself, Theron, crashes the party with a familiar summon in tow - Judgement. As chaos ensnares the ceremony, the Mage King and his summon vanish with the Golden Guardians, Matt and Izzy. Worse still, the invisible Veil that has protected Athánatos for so long is failing, threatening to expose the sheltered island - and all its magic - to the world at large.
Now Neil and his allies must restore the Veil and rescue the Guardians before Theron and Judgement destroy Athánatos and unleash the Shadow Cast on the world again. Neil can only hope he has what it takes to make such a sacrifice.
This book is for anyone who loves: - Stories about victories over dictators. - Deep devotion to friends and family - Sacrifice for the greater good - Epic battles - Exploring grief
Content warnings: Violent, bloody deaths, physical and mental abuse, suicide ideations, body horror, dead family, mild swearing, and violent injuries.
