Ode to the King — Alex Villavasso

Only days after the attack on Everrmore, Arius, the King of Coren, shows his face in a public address to the people, offering his support and requesting Omari and The Black Rebellions' surrender. Weary and demoralized, for the sake of his people, Omari considers Arius's request. Rather than watch his comrade fall into the hands of his brother, Emil acts on his oath for revenge and strikes before Omari's resignation, putting everything on the line as he battles against his brother and his brother's elite fighting force, Legion. Sage, Grim, and Luna, a trio of rogue Abnormals, join Emil's crusade but Emil and the others are not sure where their loyalties reside. While the rogue Abnormals' strengths are well received, nothing is as it seems. Both parties wish to see Arius's demise but only one can inherit the throne. Emil is closer than ever to accomplishing his goal, but one question remains as he prepares for battle. If Arius falls, will there truly be peace or will the world only spin further into darkness?