Synopsis – The Way of Knight

Fenrir was an ordinary office worker, a man of routine and quiet frustration. His only passion was history—he memorized the art of war, devoured books about medieval battles, and dreamed of commanding armies on vast fields of steel.

One night, his mundane life ended with a sudden heart attack. Yet death was not the end.

Fenrir awoke in another world, reborn as the frail son of a destitute baron on the fringes of the mighty Luminaria Empire. This world held no magic, only Aura, the lifeblood of knights and warriors. With the mind of a strategist and the body of a child, Fenrir discovered that fate had gifted him a second chance—along with a mysterious Strategic System that allowed him to turn knowledge into victory.

From defending villages against bandits to navigating court intrigues, from commanding a handful of soldiers to leading legions, Fenrir rises step by step. With cunning stratagems—guerrilla warfare, attrition, deception, and blitzkrieg—he earns the title “The Wolf of Luminaria.”

But ambition knows no bounds. Corrupt nobles, rival kingdoms, and entire empires stand in his way. Through civil wars, holy crusades, and continent-spanning battles, Fenrir’s legend grows until only one path remains: to unite the fractured world under his banner.

This is the story of a man who began as a poor baron’s son and ascended to the throne of the world.
This is the tale of The Wolf Emperor.


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Ch. 61 – Structure of the Luminaria Empire


Fenrir stood on the balcony of his manor, his eyes scanning the sprawling marshlands that had transformed into a bustling town. After the victory at Falkenrath, Eisenwald was beginning to thrive. Open-air markets bustled with merchants, miners transported ore, and the sounds of labor echoed through every corner. Yet, behind this prosperity, Fenrir's mind focused on the structure of the Luminaria Empire. He knew that understanding its political hierarchy would be crucial for Eisenwald's future.


The Luminaria Empire was ruled by Emperor Aurelius Luminaria V, a man of sixty-two who had reigned for over four decades. The empire was divided into five major territories, each overseen by a Marquis, responsible for several Kings beneath them. Fenrir noted Eisenwald's small position among thousands of vassals.


Aurelius Luminaria V – The supreme ruler of the empire, setting laws, overseeing grand military strategies, and managing diplomacy between the Marquises.


1. Marquis Helbrecht – Eastern territories, renowned for military prowess and strategic acumen.


2. Marquis Reindhart – Northern territories, ambitious and politically influential, Helbrecht's rival.


3. Marquis Falkenwald – Western territories, focused on mining and economic development.


4. Marquis Veyron – Southern territories, creator of elite troops and regional defenses.


5. Marquis Durnholt – Central territories, controlling key trade routes.


Each Marquis has one King managing large territories and reporting directly.


Fenrir studied these positions carefully for future diplomacy and military planning.


Each King oversees 4 Dukes, responsible for regional security, tax collection, and supplying troops to the Marquis.


Each Duke manages 3 Counts/Earls, leading local territories and mid-level military forces.


Each Count oversees 2 Viscounts, handling towns and villages and acting as battlefield generals when needed.


Each Viscount has 2–3 Barons under them. Notable Barons near Eisenwald include:


Fenrir Eisenwald – Baron of the marsh, now governing a growing territory.


Baron Falkenrath – Former opponent, now integrated into Eisenwald.


Baron Heinrich – Neighbor, always monitoring the young baron's rise.


Baron Klausen – Previous enemy, defeated by Fenrir.


Chapter 61 - Ch. 61 – Structure of the Luminaria Empire