The Shadow of War

The world ended in fire. The fight for what's left is just beginning. Centuries after a devastating meteor strike reshaped the Earth, humanity struggles to rebuild from the ashes. Magic, unleashed by the cataclysm, now weaves through a fractured North America-creating empires from ruins and monsters from shadows. In the North, freedom survives only through fragile alliances between independent city-states, guarded by the immortal wizard Draco Lobo and his elusive order of warriors. But peace shatters as a ruthless enemy marches from the South. Mad Dog, commander of the Crimson Empire's brutal legions, rises through blood, fear, and conquest. With dragons under his command and dark magic fueling his armies, he intends to crush the North and reshape the continent under his iron fist. As war ignites, a scattered band of heroes must rise to meet it: - A protective older brother, burdened by the family he failed to save. - His younger brother, driven to prove he's more than helpless. - A bee-like humanoid determined to defend his hive at any cost. - A bumbling schoolteacher, struggling to turn classroom lessons into battlefield wisdom. - An orphaned outsider desperate to find her place in a war-torn world. Together, their courage, loyalty, and sacrifice may be enough to challenge the might of an empire. But even united, can they stand against the storm to come? The Shadow of War is the gripping first book in the Ashes of Arcadia trilogy-a post-apocalyptic fantasy saga filled with magic, war, political intrigue, and unforgettable characters. Perfect for fans of Brandon Sanderson, George R. R. Martin, and J.L. Hancock.