Jon Kiln

Commander Doric has spent decades defending Irongate from Khentar raids, but age and complacency have dulled the kingdom’s edge. When a ruthless warlord exploits a forgotten weakness in the fortress’s defenses, Doric is left with green recruits, scarce supplies, and only his battle-hardened instincts to hold the line.

As blood stains the ramparts and the cost of survival mounts, Doric discovers a chilling shift in the enemy’s tactics—one the kingdom refuses to see until it’s far too late.

This is a prequel novella in the Ashes of the Realm series, but can be enjoyed as a standalone short story.

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