The Novice

Fletcher, a blacksmith's apprentice, discovers his unique ability to summon demons, which forces him to flee his village after being wrongly accused of a crime. Accompanied by his demon, Ignatius, he enrolls in an academy for adepts to master summoning and prepare for the Empire's war against Orcs. Amidst intense training and brewing rivalries, Fletcher grapples with loyalty and the weight of his destiny as dark forces threaten his new friendships. The fate of the Empire rests on his shoulders.