Book Reveal!! "The Strain Singer"

I’ve been quietly working on something special… and it’s almost time 👀

A book—made alongside a really good friend—and we’re officially nearing the finish line.

I teased a bit of the cover and title already… pretty cool, right? 😏

Planned release: late January

Here’s a quick look at what it’s about--The books Description:

In a world bound by devilish contracts and unburied sins, survival is never free.

Lodink, a frazen far from home, is pulled into a deadly journey alongside Kane, a reckless swordsman, and Xerna, a merciless ellipsis. Their goal: find the Strain Singer—a forbidden weapon said to tear open the line between life, death, and damnation.

But cultists, ancient entities, and the weight of past atrocities stand in their way. And the deeper they descend, the clearer one truth becomes: redemption is not given—it’s paid for.

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... Read moreI've seen so many of you curious about Lodink, and I totally get it! When I first envisioned 'The Strain Singer,' characters like Lodink were at the very heart of the story. Based on the art I've been sharing, you might have noticed a few intriguing details about our frazen hero. The anime-style depiction, with those striking pink eyes, long hair, and subtle elf ears, really brings a unique aesthetic to the character. And yes, those fangs aren't just for show – they hint at a deeper, perhaps more ancient lineage or a particular struggle Lodink faces in this world. The imagery of pink roses and delicate jewelry adorning Lodink suggests a blend of strength and perhaps a hidden vulnerability, or even a connection to something beautiful yet perilous within the story's grim landscape of 'devilish contracts and unburied sins.' It makes you wonder: how does such an elegant appearance fit into a journey where survival is never free and redemption is fiercely paid for? From what's been revealed, Lodink is described as 'a frazen far from home.' This phrase alone sparks so much intrigue! What does it mean to be 'frazen'? Is it a race, a state of being, or a consequence of their past? And what kind of home did they leave behind, or were they forced from? Their journey alongside Kane, the reckless swordsman, and Xerna, the merciless ellipsis, to find the forbidden 'Strain Singer,' must be incredibly personal for Lodink. Perhaps their 'home' or origins hold a key to understanding the weapon itself, or maybe their personal quest for redemption intertwines directly with its power. I've always been drawn to characters who carry a weight of history, and Lodink certainly feels like one. The visual of Lodink seemingly taking a moment, perhaps with a drink, as seen in some of the concept art, adds another layer. It shows a character capable of quiet contemplation amidst the chaos, a moment of reprieve before diving back into the thick of cultists, ancient entities, and the burdens of past atrocities. It's these small, human (or perhaps, 'frazen') moments that make a character truly relatable, even in a high-stakes fantasy world. Thinking about the overarching theme that 'redemption is not given—it’s paid for,' Lodink’s journey will undoubtedly be one of sacrifice and difficult choices. What price will they have to pay? And how will their unique traits, like those fangs or their 'frazen' nature, play into overcoming the dangers they face? I believe readers will find Lodink's arc to be a compelling exploration of identity, belonging, and the relentless pursuit of truth in a world where darkness lurks at every corner. I can't wait for everyone to discover the full depth of Lodink's story and how they navigate their path in 'The Strain Singer'!

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