Magebreaker Series by Declan Court

Davik of Darkshire is one of the last Magebreakers who survived the Summoner War. In that brutal conflict, expendable conscripts were engraved with runes of resistance and hardiness, turning them into the scourge of warcasters. Using his augmentation to forge a storied career, he has battled through epic adventures, ambushes, and dungeons for the last decade.After narrowly escaping a treacherous contract, Davik faces a recruit and re-arm or leave his bloodstained past behind... moreDavik of Darkshire is one of the last Magebreakers who survived the Summoner War. In that brutal conflict, expendable conscripts were engraved with runes of resistance and hardiness, turning them into the scourge of warcasters. Using his augmentation to forge a storied career, he has battled through epic adventures, ambushes, and dungeons for the last decade.After narrowly escaping a treacherous contract, Davik faces a recruit and re-arm or leave his bloodstained past behind. Seeking solace, he heads to Oakshire in the Midlands, hoping to find peace and purpose beyond the burden of his reputation.In Oakshire, Davik meets a former enemy, the captivating Sariel, a battle-elf turned tavern owner. Taking a job as a hired hand, he immerses himself in the simple, honest work of running a tavern.With the company of Vorga, a book-loving orc waitress; Karley, a sharp-tongued drow bartender; Tyra, a faen cook with a heart of gold; and Elina, a cleric bent on helping him change, he begins to feel at home.As Davik navigates his growing feelings for Sariel and the attention of his new coworkers, he finds himself drawn to this new life. Each relationship offers a chance at redemption and connection.But old scores and dangers have a way of resurfacing, and Davik’s journey of healing is far from over.Magebreaker is a slice-of-life fantasy tale of redemption, romance, camaraderie, and the quest to find peace. less

Davik of Darkshire thought he’d found peace in Oakshire—until a deadly mage shattered that calm. After racing for answers and finding none, the group tries to settle back into their routine at the tavern.But as winter fades, secrets—both old and new—begin to surface. One of them belongs to Tyra.Her faen birthright is being auctioned off in the shadows of an outlawed festival. Without it, she’ll never heal the wounds of her past or build the future she longs to create... moreDavik of Darkshire thought he’d found peace in Oakshire—until a deadly mage shattered that calm. After racing for answers and finding none, the group tries to settle back into their routine at the tavern.But as winter fades, secrets—both old and new—begin to surface. One of them belongs to Tyra.Her faen birthright is being auctioned off in the shadows of an outlawed festival. Without it, she’ll never heal the wounds of her past or build the future she longs to create. The group knows the dangers that lie ahead in Hollyhead, but they can’t let Tyra face them alone.As Davik helps Tyra prepare to confront her past, their connection deepens, pulling him into a struggle between friendship and something more. But their journey is fraught with risks.Sariel dons the armor she swore to abandon, determined to protect them all. Elina pushes her divine powers to their limits, while Vorga understands that Tyra’s heritage holds the key to the closure she truly needs. Yet as they strive to stay united, Karley's growing distance leaves the group vulnerable to unseen dangers.With the secret Floraison auction looming, Davik leads them into a land where Tyra once fled a life of serfdom—and where the fires of Rochdale, the city Davik failed to defend, still burn in his memory. Nobles in masks, forbidden wine, and old enemies lie in wait.Magebreaker 2 is a fantasy adventure tale of desire, revelation, loyalty, and the fight to reclaim what was lost. less