In a world where magic thrives and mythical beasts lurk in the shadows, Tohgi Akura is born into the unforgiving southern district of Vandekar—a lawless land ruled by bandits and plagued by poverty. Despite his humble beginnings, Tohgi harbours an audacious dream: to achieve recognition not for himself but for the overlooked and downtrodden people of his homeland. To realize this dream, he must become a Knight, a title synonymous with honour, power, and nobility.

Tohgi’s raw talent rivals the elite, but his lack of noble heritage leaves him scorned by the privileged. Yet, his unwavering determination and resilience catch the attention of influential figures who see potential in the unrefined boy. With their guidance, Tohgi rises through the ranks, challenging a society built to keep people like him in the dirt.

However, ambition has its price. As Tohgi carves his path toward greatness, his defiance of the status quo ignites conflicts that spiral into devastating wars. In his quest to protect those he loves and uphold his ideals, Tohgi must grapple with the weight of his choices and the sacrifices demanded by his legacy.

The Journey of Tohgi Akura:

1. The Knight’s Path. 
2. A Knight’s Dilemma. 
3. Terrorist’s Mirror.
4. The Dark Truth.
5. National War.
6. Rise of the South.
7. The World Engulfed.

Tohgi’s brilliance and strength make him a natural leader, but his journey is defined by contradiction. His moral ambiguity, reliance on intellect, and tendency to isolate himself complicate his path. Beneath his unyielding exterior lies a man burdened by the pain of his people and the weight of his choices. As he battles societal rejection and his inner demons, Tohgi’s story asks: Will he be remembered as a hero… a tyrant… or… just another man?

Tohgi’s Odyssey is a tale of ambition, loyalty, and the unrelenting cost of dreams—a story of a boy’s rise from the shadows of poverty to the heights of power, and the tumultuous legacy he leaves behind.

Do not hesitate to comment your thoughts at any point in the story,  it would bring me great joy to be able to interact with readers of my work. I hope to see you on the other side.

PS: Bold text indicates the use of magic, parenthesis () indicates thought.

Thank you! Enjoy! :)

Noriya: 100% I don't know how to explain, everything is more detailed, I feel kind of intertwined with everything, I can feel what I usually see and hear if that makes sense.


Tohgi: Well that's a bit extra but yeah.


Noriya: Why do you have to play down my experience, I might just be better at meditating than you. Hater!


Tohgi: I understand your experience, you forget my magic is plant and plant is life. If anything I feel it more, but you saying it out loud just sounded extra.


Noriya: Oh… Are you shy? The big bad Tohgi doesn't want people to know he's in touch with nature, huh? Too corny for you.


Tohgi: You know… I am really starting to hope you die in this process.


Noriya: Don't jinx it, or I might really die, I am still too young.


Noriya: Besides I don't think it's corny, if anything it's more appealing than going around trying to intimidate people with fame, fortune, status or strength.


Chapter 30 - Cost of Reiki; Part 2