Before the uprising. Before the legends. Before the magic truly awakened.

Delve into the shadowed origins of Trace, a pivotal figure in Hunter Chadwick's acclaimed Force of Magic trilogy, in this gripping prequel novella.

Forced into the Dominion's relentless army as a conscripted soldier, Trace knows only the iron fist of their rule. He's just another cog in their war machine, witnessing firsthand the brutal efficiency and unyielding ambition of a regime that crushes all opposition. Every day is a fight for survival, a constant struggle against the despair of a world seemingly lost to tyranny.

But even in the darkest corners of the Dominion's ranks, seeds of something extraordinary can take root. As Trace endures the unforgiving grind of military life and confronts the moral ambiguities of his forced service, glimpses of the man he is destined to become begin to emerge. What hidden strengths lie dormant within him? What price will he pay for a fleeting chance at freedom?

Discover the untold story of Trace's brutal indoctrination, the sacrifices he made, and the first sparks of defiance that would ultimately shape the fate of Cairn. A must-read for fans of The Force of Magic trilogy, this novella offers a deeper understanding of the heroes and villains you thought you knew, revealing the harrowing path that led one conscripted soldier to the precipice of destiny.

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