The New Dark Lord - by Ian B Urns & A C (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

In the first installment of this epic of magic and battle, a powerful necromancer comes to the aid of a nation in peril--but is he a savior or a threat?

Over fifteen decades, Silenos has become an experienced magician of House Shaiagrazni, revered for his intellect and power. But when he dares summon a fearsome Entity, things quickly go awry, and he's transported from his sleek tungsten chamber into a cold, barren stone room in an unfamiliar world. There, he's surrounded by a crowd of ignorant savages who call him "Savior" . . .

Ensharia, a paladin in this backward nation, leads him to its royal rulers, who beg his help fighting off the Dark Lord's forces. An army of rotting abominations is pouring over their border, far outnumbering their defending troops. There's nothing for Silenos to gain by assisting these people, with their primitive technology and weak magic, against such superior warriors. But he decides they need a great leader such as himself.

When Ensharia accompanies Silenos into battle and witnesses his mastery of the dark arts, she's horrified. But when Silenos's necromancy saves countless lives, she resolves to put her misgivings aside. As they plunge into a sea of carnage, Ensharia will find her endurance and spirit tested like never before.

Meanwhile, before Silenos can reach the heights of greatness he strives for, the former commander himself will have to learn how to fight. He'll confront barbarians, revolutionaries, and the stirring of not only his hunger for unlimited power but also emotions long locked away . . .

The first volume of the hit progression-fantasy series--with more than 500,000 views on Royal Road--now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!

About the Author

Ian B. Urns is the coauthor of the Author's Nightmare series, originally released on Royal Road. He writes dark fantasy stories with all the action, humor, and horror he can cram in. Having penned six novels thus far and developing his skills with each new book, he hopes to continue expanding into other genres. Urns lives in the United Kingdom, where he avoids natural light and eye contact with other living things. A. C. Erinle is the coauthor of the Author's Nightmare series, originally released on Royal Road. A Nigerian novelist who favors character-driven fantasy and world-building, he has penned several books now, sharpening his writing skills with each one. He spends his free time frolicking in nature and otherwise enjoying life, before marching back into his Writing Hole. His stories are dark, but they never fail to be optimistic. Erinle currently resides in Lagos.