LORE: The Vallance War Series

The country of Vallance shines as a stalwart beacon of hope for all of mankind. At great cost and bloodshed, its people now stand united, savoring a golden age of prosperity. Vallance is also the only world that Norryn Ashener has ever known. As his father Alderich faithfully leads from their nation's great capital, Norryn is still too young to yet realize his own importance. But soon he will be forced to face his destiny as the world he loves begins to shatter. And it all starts with a gift, the blessing and curse of an amulet known as Ashener's Calling.

Five years have passed since the fall of Bannar. Vallance is still reeling from Thorne's assaults and hold to their unity by a thread. Lead by General Nathaniel Cresul, Thorne is ready to strike the final blow and end the war once and for all. Now a diplomat for Vallance, Serra Landring struggles to unify a nation slipping further and further into darkness. But through the turmoil, she receives hope in the form of a cryptic message: Norryn Ashener may still be alive.

Norryn Ashener has returned. After five years of absence the young heir has emerged, turning the tides of battle and giving Vallance its first taste of real victory. With Nathaniel Cresul slain, the forces of Thorne have retreated. The people rejoice as the void of leadership is filled, bringing a sense of real hope. The country is afforded a brief respite and finally a chance to even the odds against an unrelenting foe. Thrust into the daunting role of restoring his nation, Norryn is torn between his overwhelming purpose and the need for Serra to understand.

War has returned to the lands of Vallance. Lead by General Cresul, Thorne has pushed the limits to bring forth a massive army with the intention of annihilating its enemies. Amidst the resuming chaos, Norryn Ashener attempts to galvanize his people against an unrelenting foe. Yet as the young heir readies for battle, a perilous discovery threatens to overwhelm his nation. A new shadow looms as evidence reveals that Thorne is now in possession of a terrible weapon capable of decimating entire towns.