The Universe Guide
Set on the continent of Lok, surrounded by a demon-infested ocean, this epic fantasy series follows Ashok Vadal โ the greatest warrior alive and bearer of the ancient ancestor blade Angruvadal. As a Protector, Ashok ruthlessly enforced the Law, a rigid caste system that replaced all religion after the gods were forgotten. When he discovers his entire life is a lie โ that he himself is casteless, the lowest of the low โ everything changes. Alongside the reluctant prophet Thera and the rebel army called the Sons of the Black Sword, Ashok wages a war against tyranny, demons, and a conspiracy that threatens all of Lok. The culture of Lok draws heavily from Indian mythology, with its caste system, naming conventions, and echoes of Hindu and Buddhist traditions.
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