Before the Storm

Set over twenty years before the events of Steel & Thunder, this prequel novella explores how Orlun, Rurig, and Jarek form a family amidst the chaos of civil war, featuring themes of romance, danger, and unlikely bonds. As they navigate their relationships and the upheaval around them, their story delves into love, resilience, and the complexities of chosen family, all amidst a fantastical setting with orcs.