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Hey there! Take a load off, read a book, or keep writing, let me do the hard work for you. Author Website Creator For Hire Your author website—done right . Why Me Portfolio Services The Process Features & Packages FAQ's Book Consultation LET ME BUILD YOU AN AUTHOR WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER THAT GROWS YOUR PLATFORM & READERSHIP WITH BAIR KLOS WHY CHOOSE ME...? I create beautiful and professional websites for authors of all kinds—whether traditionally published, indie, self-published, or a "not-yet-published"—to help them carve out a space on the internet, promote themselves, and most importantly sell their books. I pride myself on my eye-for-detail as well as my creativity and ability to create AFFORDABLE professional websites to convert book lovers and writers into committed and engaged fans! When it comes down to it, I'm a perfectionist, I won't stop until I've created your perfect website that you're happy, satisfied, and in love with. Having a professional websites that helps set you apart of the crowd is a must. A professional website will help you have a central hub for you platform and show professionalism to others in the book-industry. Having been in the industry for four years now, I am very sympathetic to the needs of authors trying to promote their books, and I would love to help you put your work live on the web and put your best foot forward. I pride myself on great customer service and amazing design that not only keeps your personal flare, but creates a mood for your books and a website that suits your author needs. I look forward to adding YOU to my list of happy clients! PORTFOLIO MY SERVICES BUILD FROM SCRATCH! When you hire me to create your website from scratch, I will work closely with you, your preferences, and branding to create a beautiful and functional author website that will directly serve your author goals. For a BASIC SITE PACKAGE, you will be able to launch your website IN ONE MONTH OR LESS! Lets keep this quick & simple shall we? Click Here To Learn More IN NEED OF AN UPDATE? Gear I also provide a critique service to help improve your current website! Already have an author website but in need of an update? Click Here To Learn More NOT SURE WHAT YOU NEED? Not sure where to begin or what you need, or have other unrelated questions? Feel free to drop me a line to ask what you need. Contact Me Here HOW DOES IT WORK...? THE PROCES S STEP 1 CONCEPTS In a shared Google Doc workbook, I'll guide you through dreaming up how you want your website to look and function and collecting the content I'll need to create your website. STEP 2 CREATION I will use your preferences & content to create your website with Wix. I will ask for your feedback through email as I design. STEP 3 LAUNCH When finished, I will provide training videos on how to: - Upgrade your website + connect a custom URL - Have a successful Website Launch - Make minor updates to your website going forward BONUS FREE PROMOTION! In exchange for providing a a 2-3 sentence testimonial, I will also feature a screenshot of your website's homepage & a link to your website as free promotion on THIS PAGE. Whether you are traditionally published, self-published, or “not-yet-published," you need an Author Website! WHY YOU NEED AN AUTHOR WEBSITE SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS ARE A GREAT START, BUT : You don’t own them, they come and go with fads, they could disappear any day, and algorithms are making it harder and harder to get seen. And ever changing algorithms make it more and more difficult to keep people engaged and interested. HAVING A GREAT AUTHOR WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER IS THE BEST AND MOST EFFECTIVE WAY TO: Create a central hub for your platform Show professionalism to others in the book-industry And convert book lovers and writers into committed and engaged fans! WHAT FEATURES CAN I INCLUDE ? THE PACK AGES My goal is to make creating your Author Website as quick & affordable as possible: SINGLE-PAGE PACKAGE $199 Choose from the following Pre-Made Single Page Websites, and I will customize with your colors, content, photos & links: TEMPLATE 1: PREVIEW HERE TEMPLATE 2: PREVIEW HERE TEMPLATE 3: PREVIEW HERE BASIC SITE PACKAGE $399 Includes a finished website with all the "basic" features any Author Website should have: 4 MAIN PAGES: Home, About, Books, Contact LINKS TO SOCIALS CUSTOM "QUICK LINKS" PAGE for Instagram/Twitter Bios NEWSLETTER SIGN-UP FORM + welcome email with 1 incentive 3 MONTHS OF TECH SUPPORT NEWSLETTER PACKAGE $149 This package is for authors with a Wix website already. It includes: AUTOMATIC "WELCOME EMAIL" for new subscribers TIPS FOR CREATING GREAT OPT-INS to attract new subscribers UNIQUELY BRANDED TEMPLATE + Guide to Creating Great Newsletters MEMBERS-ONLY PAGE to offer multiple offerings BUNDLE BASIC + NEWSLETTER $499 THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES: A finished website with all features listed in the "Basic Site" Package + Everything in the "Newsletter" Package + BONUS: SUBSCRIBER LANDING PAGE Start getting subscribers before your website launches! ADD ONS ADDITIONAL PAGES 1 PAGE = $99 2 (5% Off) = $188 3 (10% Off) = $267 4 (20% Off) = $317 Choose from the following pages to add on to your site: BLOG (+ Pinterest Tips) RECOMMENDED READS (+ Amazon Affiliates Tips) WRITER RESOURCES (+ Amazon Affiliates Tips) FAQs PAGE (+ Amazon Affiliates Tips) ON DELIVERING QUALITY WORK *PLEAS E NOTE To deliver quality work in a reasonable amount of time, I can only take on a certain amount of clients a month. Because of this, projects will be scheduled on a first come, first serve basis. If you are interested in a particular package, click the button to fill out the form and I will be in touch soon! Book Consultation FAQ's WHY WIX? Wix is, without a doubt, one of the best websites builders around. I use Wix for all my client's websites because it is affordable, user-friendly, easy to update, completely customizable, easy to use and maintain, and includes a built-in email marketing system (all of which I personally use and love). There is a reason Wix was voted the #1 best website builder. Not to mention it's jam packed with features, everything you need is built in, and the end result is a website you—yourself—can update in just a few clicks. DO I NEED TO BE A PUBLISHED AUTHOR FOR YOU TO TAKE ME ON AS A CLIENT? Nope! Not at all! I'm here to provide support and help to all kinds of writers—no matter where you are in your author career. A NOTE ON HOSTING A WEBSITE THROUGH WIX Please note that you have to pay Wix for hosting your website (roughly around $100 a year). This is separate to the price you would pay me and is payable yearly to Wix. No matter what solution you find, you will have to pay a hosting fee for your website to ‘live’ on the internet.

Frequently Asked Questions WHEN DID YOU REALIZE YOU WANTED TO BE AN AUTHOR? I've always loved to write and tell stories, but I finally set my mind to becoming a author when I was fourteen years old. If you want to read more about my author journey, check out my "about" page. HOW DO YOU COME UP WITH YOUR STORY IDEAS?/WHERE DO YOU GET YOUR STORY IDEAS? It's a mix of things. I would say most of my story ideas come from old daydreams I used to have when I was kid, some are from my random and strange dreams I have, and others seem to pop into existance out of no where. I also love retelling my favorite stories and putting my own twist on them. IS "BAIR" YOUR REAL NAME OR IS A PEN NAME? Bair is my real name! My dad came up with it when I was a baby as he thought it better fit my personality. And no, my parent's did not realize the implication of "Bair Klos" (like bear claws) when they named me. ARE YOU AVAILBLE FOR CRITIQUE, AND OR BETA READING? At this point in time, my availability is rather limited. Should I have any time to help, I would love to beta read and give critiques. If you're wondering about my current availability, please contact me through my 'contact' page. CAN YOU READ MY MANUSCRIPT, AND OR FIRST CHAPTER AND GIVE ME ADVICE? My availability is rather limited. I cannot guarantee I can read a full manuscript, but a first chapter (depending on length) is something I am available to reading. As for writing advice, please see my blog. CAN YOU GIVE ME ADVICE ON HOW TO SELF-PUBLISH MY OWN NOVEL? Not yet! But I will be able to in the future, so hold tight! In the mean time, I recommend checking out Sacha Black and The Creative Penn as places to get started. ARE YOU AVAILABLE TO NARRATE MY NOVEL? Yes! I am currently accepting new work so feel free to contact me! CAN YOU CRITIQUE MY AUTHOR WEBSITE AND GIVE ME ADVICE ON HOW TO IMPROVE IT? Yes! I can absolutely give you advince on how to improve your author site. Please see this page https://bairklos.wixsite.com/authorbairklos/author-website-critique-service to submit a critique form. ARE YOU AVAILBLE TO CREATE MY AUTHOR WEBSITE? Yes, I am availble to create your author website. Please see this page https://bairklos.wixsite.com/authorbairklos/authorwebsitecreatorforhire to book a consultation. CAN YOU FORMAT MY BOOK? Yes! At this time I am availble to format your book. Please see this page https://bairklos.wixsite.com/authorbairklos/book-formatting-services to book a consultation. CAN I INTERVIEW YOU ON MY BLOG, AND OR PODCAST? Sure, I'd be happy to interview on your blog or podcast, but will depend on my schedule. But do feel free to contact me with your request and link to your website. HOW CAN I BECOME YOUR BETA READER? First off, thank you so much for taking interest in my work and wanting to become a beta reader :') Second, you can go to "The Glass Dagger" book page and just below the mock-up book there is a link to a google form where you can sign-up specifically to beta-read The Glass Dagger. If you wish to beta-read a different story of mine, please sign-up to my newsletter to be notified for when I am seeking beta-readers for future projects ARE YOU ON SOCIAL MEDIA?/WHERE CAN I FIND YOU ON SOCIAL MEDIA? I am! If you go to my author about page you can find all my updated social media links. CAN'T FIND YOUR QUESTION? CONTACT ME HERE .

Fantasy Map Commissions The Process Commision Options & Prices FAQ's Terms & Conditions See Format Options Creating worlds as unique as your imagination... It cannot be denied: everyone loves a good map. And maps are what we do--detailed, sumptuous, bespoke illustrations that pull readers into your world. We take what you've imagined and make it real and we do it with style. Whether it's for your novel, your gaming group, a frame in your living room, a gift for a loved one... I'm are here to bring your imagination to life! In classic black and white to resplendent color, our maps not only make stunning additions to your book, game, or wall, they are also unique works of art that are totally custom drawn, by hand. I do not use map generators or cheap shortcuts! Every map is totally unique, created in close collaboration with my clients, and will be a timeless piece you will treasure forever. ***ALL MAPS COME WITH A NO-AI GUARANTEE ! I do not use AI generated imagery in any pieces, at any stage of the process. Timelapse videos of map creation may be requested by the client for confirmation of this policy. See Map Portfolio HOW DOES IT WORK...? THE MAPMAKING PROCESS STEP 1 CHOOSE YOUR PACKAGE After choosing your package and agreeing to the terms & conditions , please contact me to place your order. Maps take several weeks to complete and I am usually booked out several months. It's important to book far in advance of your publication date to be sure the map is ready in time. Once you've paid 50% of the total price, your commission will be booked and mapmaking can begin. STEP 2 SUBMIT ROUGH SKETCH To begin work, I will need the following: 1.) A rough sketch of your world, no matter how messy, is the most important resource I will use 2.) A written description of any elements not clear on the sketch, incl. climate info and architectural styles 3.) If intended for a novel: print specifications incl. trim, bleed, and gutter measurements. STEP 3 YOUR FIRST DRAFT I'll send you a first sketch for your feedback and approval, then move on to the next draft. Throughout the illustration process, I will supply you with updates and questions, so that you have ample opportunity to request changes. When the final piece is approved, you will be charged the remainder of your fee, and I will deliver the final map to you. MAP CONSULTATION $40 I offer map consultation services for anyone who has created a world that they would like critiqued. I will evaluate the plausibility of your geography, climate, coastlines, and other physical qualities, as well as the aesthetic elements of your world. Included in this evaluation is a written critique (1-2 pages). Use the contact form to book your consultation! PACKAGES & PRICING BLACK & WHITE MAP COMMISSION $250* Continent/World/Regional Map Sized up to 9x12" (book sizes) Black and white Simple border Simple icons Add ons Illustrated border +$150 Illustrated icons +$75 Size upgrade: Small Poster (11x17 ) +$100 Medium Poster (16x20) +$200 Large Poster (18x24) +$300 Order Now SEPIA MAP COMMISSION $250* Continent/World/Regional Map Sized up to 9x12" (book sizes) Black and white Simple border Simple icons Add ons Illustrated border +$150 Illustrated icons +$75 Size upgrade: Small Poster (11x17 ) +$100 Medium Poster (16x20) +$200 Large Poster (18x24) +$300 Order Now COLOR MAP COMMISSION $250* Continent/World/Regional Map Sized up to 9x12" (book sized) Full color Simple border Simple icons Add ons Illustrated border +$200 Illustrated icons +$100 Size upgrade: Small Poster (11x17) +$100 Medium Poster (16x20) +$200 Large Poster (18x24) +$300 Order Now *Prices apply to individuals requesting illustration services. Corporations, publishers, or other business entities may be given custom quotes upon request. I take only a small number of map commissions each year; it is HIGHLY recommended that you book as early as possible to be sure you get a slot. Depending on the number of commissions ahead of you, turnaround time can vary from a few weeks to several months. Contact me for an estimated turnaround time for your project. Ready To Get Started? FAQ's HOW QUICKLY DO YOU COMPLETE COMMISSIONS? This depends on my current workload and the complexity of the map, and can vary from two weeks to three months or more. When we provide you with a quote for your project, we will also include a timeframe in which we will be able to complete it. For certain situations, we may be able to achieve a shorter turnaround, and are happy to discuss this possibility with you. WHEN CAN I EXPECT THE READY FILES? I will provide you with the first draft in 10-14 business days, which is the fastest turnaround compared to other companies CAN YOU PROVIDE PRINTS OF MY COMMISSIONED MAP? Currently, we do not offer printing services for maps. However, our maps will be print-quality, and upon request we can provide you with a list of printer recommendations. DO YOU OFFER A 100% REFUND? Sure, I can provide a 100% money-back guarantee if you are not satisfied with the first draft. WHAT MEDIUM ARE YOUR MAPS? Our maps are made digitally, but are drawn by hand. We do not use map generators or web-based mapping programs. Every map is unique, hand-illustrated, and created specially for you and your needs. ARE THERE ANY ADDITIONAL FEES? Yes, I take additional fees for editing more than 2 images ($5 per image), creation of charts and graphs ($15 per one), and decorative elements ($25). Also, we take an extra fee if your manuscript contains more than 10 images. WHAT IF I NEED CHANGES MADE TO A MAP AFTER IT'S FINISHED? Throughout the design process, we will be in touch with concept art and works-in-progress for you to check over and approve, so hopefully we will catch any changes that need to be made before the commission is completed. However, we know late changes can happen, so no worries! For a small fee (contingent on the size and scope of the revision), we can revise past commissions. CAN I SEE MORE EXAMPLES OF YOUR WORK? Of course! Just see above for more examples of formatting interiors I've done. DO I GET THE COPYRIGHT FOR THE MAP? Exceptional cases outstanding, as with most other types of illustration work, we retain the copyright of all our maps and confer to you upon delivery commercial rights to the piece. This means you, the client, will be able to use the piece as an illustration in your novel without royalties, or to give away free prints to your readers. We do NOT deliver original, layered PSD files of our maps except by special request, at an additional fee. Copyright, resale rights, and layered files may be sold at an additional fee--view our terms and conditions for more information. Still have questions? Contact me Or read terms & conditions TERMS & CONDITIONS By placing an order with Lizard Ink Studio, all clients must agree to the following terms and conditions: MAPS DESCRIPTION OF DELIVERABLES Upon completion and approval of the map, the designer will deliver 1 JPEG to the client of the final map design, at 300 DPI, in the color format and size according to the client's brief and paid order. A layered file of the map will not be provided to the client in any format unless arranged for and at an additional fee of 50% the total commission price MAP DESIGN PROCESS After agreeing to these terms & condition and paying 50% of the order fee, the client must submit to the designer the following: a sketch of the world to be illustrated a written description of the world final print specifications including: trim, bleed, and gutter. A template may be provided if applicable. The above materials must be provided to the designer at least SIX WEEKS prior to the final deadline for the map's delivery, unless specified by designer, or the designer has the right to adjust the deadline according to the number of days the materials are late in delivery. After receiving the materials, the designer will illustrate and submit to the client a sketch for approval. The client has the right to FIVE revision rounds, unless otherwise arranged with designer. Designer has the sole discretion to add additional revision rounds, but is not obligated to do so. Additional fees may apply. One revision round = one email communication detailing requested revisions to a design, followed by designer presenting a draft with changes made. If the map differs greatly from the original package purchased (for example, if map requires a high amount of buildings to be drawn, shifting it from a world map to a city map), an additional fee may be charged. If the client decides to add additional illustrative elements such as an upgraded border or iconography, or to upgrade from black and white to color after work has begun, the designer has the right to adjust the delivery date and charge additional fees accordingly. If client wishes to downgrade their package, a refund will not be given but the appropriate amount may be deducted from the final remainder of the fee ONLY if the elements the client wishes to downgrade have not already been implemented by the designer. The client may not request significant revisions to any previous round of work. Once the sketch has been approved, the world may not be redrawn. One line art has been approved, it may not be redrawn. Significant changes to any work already approved will result in additional fees and possible delayed delivery. Up unto delivery of the final map, spelling errors or omissions made by the designer will be revised at no additional cost and with no impact upon the client's allotted revision rounds. AFTER delivery of the final, approved map, spelling errors and omissions are the client's responsibility and changes will incur additional fees. LICENSE, CREDIT, & LIMITATIONS Designer grants to Client upon final delivery of the Work a non-exclusive, paid-up, royalty-free license to include the Work in commercial print book and ebook publication. Client hereby grants to Designer a non-exclusive, fully-paid, irrevocable, royalty-free license to use the Work for promotional, commercial and internal purposes. Client may publish the map in any edition of their book within the United States, Canada, the UK, Australia, and New Zealand. Translations into other languages than English MUST be arranged with designer for an additional fee. Foreign translation rights for the map will be 75% of the total commission price including add-ons, per translation. The client may distribute posters and prints of the map for free, but may NOT sell posters or prints of the map unless they first receive written permission from the designer and have paid for a Resale License. A Resale License will be 100% of the total commission price including add-ons. Upon delivery of the map, Designer retains copyright to the map and all rights not explicitly stated in Section 2.3.1 of these Terms & Conditions. If requested by the Client, the Designer may sell the full copyright of the map for 200% of the total commission fee including add-ons. The Designer retains the right to include their name on the map with the copyright symbol, at no smaller than 8pt font, in a manner such that is it visible, unless Client pays for the full copyright of the map. The Client MUST include the following credit in the front matter of every edition of their book(s) in which the map appears: "MAP COPYRIGHT [DESIGNER'S NAME] [YEAR]" unless full copyright has been purchased by the client. If full copyright is purchased, Client MUST include the following in the front matter of every edition of their book(s) in which the map appears: "MAP DESIGN BY [DESIGNER'S NAME}." If Client is publishing a SERIES of books, the map may be reprinted in each book of that series and its spinoffs at no additional fee within the allotted territories/languages. RESPONSIBILITY FOR PRINTING Designer is NOT responsible for the printing of maps. We deliver DIGITAL products only. Client is responsible to order prints and to format the map within their book's interior. Designer is NOT responsible for any losses, errors, or delays caused by printing of the map, regardless of the nature of the error. One the final design has been approved, all responsibility for such errors or losses pass to the client. CONFIDENTIALITY All information the designer and LIZARD INK STUDIO receives from the client will be held confidential and not shared with any third partied unless directed in writing by the client. CANCELLATION Cancellation of the map by the CLIENT, for any reason, results in the forfeiture of any deposit paid. If client cancels the map after the final delivery and after the final remainder of the fee has been paid, no amount may be refunded. If the DESIGNER cancels the map for any reason, a full refund of any moneys pays will be made to the client, to the same form of payment from which it was received. If the CLIENT cancels their map, they must and shall destroy ALL files, be they sketches, concepts, drafts, or final maps, delivered to them by the designer. If the CLIENT cancels their order, the designer may reuse any and all files related to the project as they choose. The client holds no claim over any materials the designer has presented to them. FORCE MAJEURE; CLIENT DELAYS The designer shall not incur any liability or penalty for delays in completion of the project due to actions or negligence of Client, unforeseen illness, or other events beyond the control of the Designer. If such event(s) occur, the Designer may extend the completion/delivery date by the time equivalent to the period of such delay. RELATIONSHIP OF PARTIES For all services to be provided, the parties shall be, and all be deemed to be, independent contractors and not agents or employees of the other party. Neither party shall have authority to make any statements, representations, or commitments of any kind, or to take any action which shall be binding on the other party, except as may be expressly provided for herein or authorized in writing.

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RELATED CONTENT Become A Beta-Reader The Glass Dagger Map The Glass Dagger Blogs The Glass Dagger Deleted Scenes Coming Soon The Glass Dagger Sample Writing Coming Soon About The Author Meet The Cast Pronunciation Guide The Glass Dagger Prologue The Glass Dagger First 5 Chapters ✑When his lover is mysteriously kidnapped, a young blacksmith apprentice thrusts himself into a world of magik and intrigue to find her. Uncertainty lies around every corner, and people are not what they seem, so when he learns a sinister truth about her kidnapper—and what they have planned for the world—he must stop them before they condemn his world to a fate worse than death.✍︎ Read First Chapter & Prologue Here The Glass Dagger © RELATED CONTENT Become A Beta-Reader The Glass Dagger Map The Glass Dagger Blogs The Glass Dagger Deleted Scenes Coming Soon The Glass Dagger Sample Chapters Coming Soon About The Author Synopsis EPIC FANTASY | THRILLER | ROMANCE In the forsaken fishing village of Tyrwe, Kyl Eisele, a mute and illiterate blacksmith apprentice, yearns for more beyond his small and isolated village. But living in a village where perception defines your very existence, Kyl finds himself financially and socially bankrupt—overlooked, undervalued, and relegated to the shadows. So when he finds himself waking in the stables of the noble household he is supposed to be attending, he finds himself ill-prepared for the fateful meeting of Aelyria Moiral—Daughter Heir of said noble household, whose family is akin to royalty in Tyrwe. Feeling as though he’s been caught with his pants down, and with nothing to lose, Kyl strikes a bargain, beginning an unlikely friendship. But as their relationship deepens into an even unlikelier romance, Kyl finds himself enthralled by Aelyria’s intelligence and her tantalizing, potentially dangerous, secret. So when she is mysteriously kidnapped without a trace—his only clue a strange glass dagger of mystifying origin—Kyl sets off after her, swearing he will not rest until she is found. Meanwhile, from the dawn of human existence, in the realm of the divine where emotions are a foreign concept—an enigma best left to the mortal coil—one deity finds themselves inextricably drawn to the peculiarity of human life; captivated by the very emotions they, themself, cannot feel. As curiosity deepens into obsession, the ways of humans is too tantalizing to resist, and the deity finds themselves entangled within the lives of mortals, forever changing the trajectory of mortal-kind. But doing so draws the attention of a divine nemesis who views mortals as a blight. The perilous journey ahead will lead the apprentice to a destiny intertwined with divinity, uncover knowledge from a long dead ancient civilization, and befriend unlikely people: an enterprising young princess, a powerful shapeshifter, and a mysterious ship captain who harbors a secret that may just be the key to finding Aelyria. So as Kyl discovers the kidnappers’ actions are rooted in a millennia-old conflict that could threaten to end his world as he knows it, he must confront the limits of human mortality and the true power of the glass dagger. But where does Aelyria stand in it all? And can he save her, and his world, before it's too late? “The Glass Dagger” is a gripping fantasy adventure, rich with immersive world building, that weaves a tale of discovery, betrayal, self-acceptance, and the profound meaning behind the mortal condition and human mortality. Fans of The Stormlight Archive, The Wheel of Time, Earthsea, and Tolkien will enjoy this epic tale of battling gods and strength of the human heart. Meet The Cast *TEMPORARY CHARACTER ART Kyl Eisele PRONUNCIATION: KEEL AY-SEE-LEE Kyl is a deaf and selective mute. An exceptionally skilled blacksmith. His desire to leave his forgotten village holds him back from his true potential. Maybe then someone will love and accept him for who he is... Aelyria PRONUNCIATION: AY-LEER-EE-AH The daughter of the nobleman Serio Intelligent and stylish, she harbors a dangerous secret that could jeopardize her right to live. She desires Antero PRONUNCIATION: AHN-TEH-ROW A tradesman serving under the Irrian royalty. His loyalties are dubious at best, and nefarious at worst. Something odd lies a ship captain at the employ of Irria, Melora PRONUNCIATION: MEH-LOR-AH The owner of a dazzling and infectious smile--a smile that hides a dark secret about her past, one of pain and destruction--a natural leader and Antero's first mate. She seeks x and desires a better world for those she cares for Hailing from an Eretian province, Wil PRONUNCIATION: If you don't know how to pronounce this name... idk how to help you Wil her true name unknown and lost to the sands of time, the master navigator of Antero's ship, her mysterious past and a curse binds her, her desire to be free of it she will claw her way to her answer--even if that means the death of others Ricket PRONUNCIATION: RIH-KET Ricket A sickly boy who grew up beside Kyl, his desire to not have his ailments define who he is has him striving for more out of his life, and desires respect from others Raena PRONUNCIATION: RAY-NAH The Ash Bride, a mysterious and murderous rebel with the power of raw fire. Little is known about where she came from or where she is at any given moment. but one this is for sure, she wants the empire gone--at whatever cost she deems necessary. Other Notable Side Characters Phaetos Eisele PRONUNCIATION: FAY-TOHS AY-SEE-LEE Kyl is a deaf and selective mute. An exceptionally skilled blacksmith. His desire to leave his forgotten village holds him back from his true potential. Maybe then someone will love and accept him for who he is... Kasandra PRONUNCIATION: KAH-SAN-DRAH The Princess Kasandra of Ayvara. The daughter of two royal families. secrets run deep *A NOTE ALL ART ON THIS PAGE (SAVE FOR "THE GLASS DAGGER" MOCK-UP BOOK, WHICH I CREATED THROUGH CANVA) WAS FOUND ON PINTEREST AND/OR CANVA. I DO NOT CLAIM TO OWN ANY OF THE ARTWORK, NOR DO I CLAIM ANY COPYRIGHT. ALL RIGHTS DESERVEDLY GO THE RESPECTIVE ARTISTS. Want even more? Check out my World Anvil account to get even more detail on characters and world (don't worry, there wont be any story spoilers) World Map