Magi'i of Cyador

In the sprawling empire of Cyador, a young man named Lorn possesses a rare magical talent, yet his fiercely independent spirit is deemed a liability by the rigid Magus elite who demand absolute, unquestioning loyalty. This defiant streak, seen as a fatal flaw, prevents him from achieving his potential within their ranks. Instead, Lorn is conscripted into the perilous life of a lancer officer, banished to the dangerous frontiers where he must defend the realm against relentless barbarian incursions. This assignment is a de facto death sentence, with a staggering 50% mortality rate for its participants. As his powerful enemies within Cyador anticipate his demise, Lorn is thrust into a crucible of war and survival, forced to forge his own destiny in a world where magic and military might collide, challenging the very notions of allegiance and power.