Release: 2025

 

A standalone story from the Annals of Dorohin.

 

Ten clans live on the island nation of Dorohin, with the power to shapeshift into reptilian titans. The Dragon clan rules all, but the jealous Ryu clan seeks after the emperor's throne which was once rightfully theirs.

Caught in between them is Yui, a young farmer of the humble Wyrm clan who is NOT a shapeshifter. That doesn't prevent him from being drafted into the Ryu clan's military when war is declared once again. Yui has no interest in soldiering, and just wants to return home to continue living a life of peace. But his role in his clan is changed forever when extreme circumstances force him to kill an enemy shapeshifter to protect his companions. However, Wyrms are forbidden from taking up arms, normally being relegated to grunt labor or clerical work in the army. Yui's kill is not only illegal, but tantamount to sacrilege in his country's culture.

There are some, however, who see opportunity in Yui's amazing feat. Ryus may be strong, but they are few. The lowly Wyrm clan is far more populous, but its members have never been trained as warriors before. If Wyrms can be taught to fight and kill on behalf of the Ryu clan, their nation's fortunes may change in this war, with Yui as their greatest slayer. His efforts might not just bring victory, but also elevate the status of Wyrms to new heights never before dreamed of.