For the very first time, I’m letting readers like you step into the world of Ulstra.
I’ve written a short story called “Guardians of the Grove” that introduces a few characters and settings from my upcoming fantasy debut, Crystals of Ulstra.
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You will meet two hopeful graduates of the Magiakademio, eager to become forest guardians and devote their lives to protecting the sacred woods of Taumaturgio.
The story does not contain spoilers for Crystals. It’s a prequel set about five years before the book. It’s around 2,500 words and should take about 10 minutes to read.
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