Overview
In "The Journeyer and the Pilgrimage for the Origin of Magic" adventure with Gai Laguna and his stained-glass dragon comrade, Gimchi, as they face dangers, ethical dilemmas, and embark on a quest to discover the origin of magic in order to defeat Nae and attempt to restore their collapsing world.
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Description
"The Journeyer and the Pilgrimage for the Origin of Magic" chronicles the adventures of Gai Laguna and his trusty dragon ally, Gimchi. Their mission, given by their sensei, is no less than to find the origin of magic itself, a force potent enough to combat the destructive power of Nae, who has torn a void in the sky. Their path is guided by ancient bonfire stories that lead them towards primordial essences of extreme magical potency. However, gathering these essences is not without peril or ethical quandaries. Through their struggles and triumphs, Gai learns to embody the purpose and meaning of each essence.
Throughout their journey, they commune with the spirits of fallen champions in the hero's graveyard, discover magical weapons that sprout from the earth, and converse with deities that can raise entire cities into the air. Meanwhile, their world teeters on the brink of oblivion as Nae's sky void devours more of Arkadia's history and people. Can Gai and Gimchi harness the origin of magic in time to save their world from an apocalyptic fate? Embark on this journey of courage, wisdom, and magical discovery to find out.
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About the author
Born in 1982, Benjamin T. Dudley is a North Carolina native with a rich academic background, holding degrees in Economics, Philosophy, and Composition, Rhetoric, and Creative Writing. Now residing in Tianjin, China, he leverages his diverse knowledge and global experiences to inform his storytelling. Currently, he imparts his writing expertise to students at Hebei University through its partnership with the University of Arizona, while also engaging in travel-blogging. His life's journeys, both literal and academic, shine through his writing, creating rich, immersive narratives.
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