Heartwood Mage

After witnessing his family's execution, ten-year-old Dale's loss of innocence and powerful magic set him on a path of revenge and ambition. Assuming a new identity as Eric Heartwood, he becomes increasingly emboldened to fight against those he perceives as enemies, often resorting to violence. Along the way, he encounters both cruelty and kindness, prompting him to confront questions about justice and morality in a treacherous world where survival often depends on murder.