Bennett Windslash

The Last Elemental
1. Auflage 2025
ISBN: 978-1-83615-282-8
Verlag: Grosvenor House Publishing
Format: EPUB
Kopierschutz: 6 - ePub Watermark

E-Book, Englisch, 199 Seiten

10,000 years ago. On a mythical island. Where powerful magic exists that is destined to be lost to the seas. Timaeus is a Wind Student, training to be a Wind Elemental. It is through an extraordinary anomaly that it is discovered he can use more than Wind Magic, this marks the beginning of an extraordinary adventure as he learns the extent of his abilities. The Dark Elementals, malevolent and monstrous warriors, corrupted by Dark Magic, seek to revive a great evil that was sealed away long ago. After centuries of waiting they put their plan into motion, they invade Atlantis causing a war to break out, slaughtering Atlantis' forces to find what they need to revive the great evil. At the climax of the war, Timaeus has to do everything in his power to protect the world from the great evil his enemies intend to unleash. With no friends or allies by his side to help him stop his enemies and with the island sinking to the bottom of the ocean, before Timaeus confronts the Dark Elementals he uses a form of Magic to determine the outcome. Unbeknownst to him despite what he sees, the battle is far from over. After facing the Dark Elementals in a final battle, Timaeus and his arch-nemesis are trapped inside a Magic Crystal which is found 10,000 years later in the present day. The Last Elemental is a character-driven epic fantasy action forged in a thrilling, absorbing, and attractive plot that reaches into the fate of a mythical world.

Born and raised in the small town of Fakenham, Chris Bennett has always had an imagination and passion for storytelling. Now, as a published author, he creates tales of fantasy, drawing inspiration from his childhood memories and from everyone and everything around him. When not writing, he enjoys training, tv, video games, and spending time with others. Whilst looking for new sources of inspiration.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Bennett, Chris

Leseproben

Chapter One

Legend of the Elementals

Long ago, when Atlantis thrived above the seas, the earth was calm, volcanoes lay dormant, and the winds were mere gentle breezes. Four great warriors lived during this time, each possessing the ability to control one of the four Elements: Water, Earth, Fire, and Wind. They resided on the legendary island filled with lush forests, surrounded by crystal-clear waters that made the inhabitants believe the ocean was bottomless. Peace reigned supreme until a power-hungry Archmage, convinced he was the true ruler of Atlantis, brought this era to an end.

For years, the Archmage served alongside the Atlantean King, using his Dark Magic to manipulate and poison the King’s mind. His ultimate goal was to overthrow the King and take control of Atlantis. However, his treachery was uncovered by a young member of the Royal Guard. This brave guard severed the Archmage’s staff with his sword, knocking it from his hand and neutralising the spell he had cast over the King. With his plan exposed, the Archmage was forced to flee the Royal City. Before his departure, he vowed that he would one day seek his revenge.

The Archmage went into hiding, gathering followers to seek revenge against the Atlantean Kingdom. Power-hungry as he was, the Archmage and his followers travelled through Atlantis for years; using the Dark Magic he taught them, they hunted down and exterminated those they deemed inferior. Their ultimate goal of overthrowing the Atlantean Kingdom led them to revive a great evil that had long been thought destroyed by Atlantis’ ancestors: Leviathan. A sea serpent of darkness and malevolence that left chaos in its wake. Wherever it encountered peace, it left destruction. Leviathan brought nothing but devastation and misery to the legendary island, resulting in the loss of a significant portion of Atlantis’ population.

All hope seemed lost for Atlantis until a miracle occurred. It wasn’t until four exceptionally skilled warriors, each hailing from a different corner of Atlantis, stepped forward that the Atlanteans even realised they had a chance. Each warrior possessed the ability to control one of the four elements. Armed with their magical powers, they took it upon themselves to combat Leviathan in hopes of defeating the Sea Serpent.

Using their Element Magic, the four warriors fought back against the Sea Serpent. Despite Leviathan’s might, it was unable to harm them. However, the warriors soon realised that, individually, their Element Magic was not enough to bring down the Sea Serpent, which was preparing to strike back with one final attack.

In a desperate last effort, the four warriors combined their powers into a single, powerful spell, merging the four elements into one formidable attack.

As the Sea Serpent launched its attack, the four warriors executed a coordinated counterattack, halting the creature in its tracks and temporarily stunning it. In that crucial moment, the Atlantean King seized a powerful weapon that had been locked away in the Royal Vault for generations—the Sword of Arcana. He charged forward, and the Sea Serpent barely had time to react before the sword struck it down.

What should have been the end turned out to be only the beginning; Leviathan survived. To prevent Leviathan from rising again and bringing more pain to Atlantis, the Atlantean King cast a powerful spell to seal Leviathan’s power within four magical artefacts known as the Dragon Crests. These four Crests were infused with powerful Magic to help keep Leviathan’s power contained, and they were entrusted to the four warriors for protection. The Dragon’s Eye Crest was given to the Warrior of Wind, the Dragon’s Fang Crest to the Warrior of Water, the Dragon’s Claw Crest to the Warrior of Fire, and the Dragon’s Horn Crest to the Warrior of Earth.

Leviathan was sealed away inside a Magic Urn for eternity, and the four warriors were tasked with guarding the Dragon Crests. Atlantis survived, and the four warriors were looked upon as heroes. Each warrior wore their corresponding Crest around their neck as a symbol of Leviathan’s defeat. However, what initially seemed like a small price for victory, the truth was that they had no choice. It was the only way to ensure that the Archmage and his followers could not get their hands on the Dragon Crests.

The spell placed upon the Dragon Crests by the Atlantean King ensured that Leviathan’s power could not be unleashed if the Crest was taken by force or stolen. Its power could only be released if the Crest was willingly handed over by its guardian or if the guardian was killed. However, the King vowed to relieve the four warriors of the Dragon Crests once the Archmage had been brought to justice. The four of them knew better but were proud to serve their kingdom.

As a final precaution ordered by the Atlantean King, the Magic Urn containing Leviathan was sealed in a deep area of the Royal Vault. Only a member of the Royal Family could unlock the Magic Seal. Additionally, the King ordered the destruction of the Sword of Arcana and any scrolls detailing how to forge the weapon. This measure ensured that such a powerful weapon would not fall into the wrong hands. The four warriors went on to serve as the protectors of Atlantis and the Atlantean Kingdom, keeping the lands safe and unharmed.

Due to their magical abilities, the people of Atlantis referred to the four warriors as the Element Warriors, while others called them the Elemental Knights. Ultimately, they became known collectively as The Elementals. While residing in Atlantis, The Elementals encountered others who, like them, possessed the power to control an element. Taking it upon themselves to protect the lands, The Elementals decided to train these young warriors.

The students learned how to harness and control their magical abilities, as well as how to synchronise their Magic with the weapons they wielded. Once trained to the point where they could defend themselves and others in battle, the students earned the title of an Elemental.

Wind Elementals wield twin short swords as their primary weapons. They are trained in both swordsmanship and the application of their Wind Magic in combat. With their magical abilities, Wind Elementals can create powerful gusts of wind, glide through the air using currents, and extract air from an area to generate tornadoes and blasts of wind as fierce as a storm. Their combat style is characterised by speed and devastation, as they can infuse their swords with Wind Magic, releasing it as a blade of energy capable of cutting through anything.

Wind Elementals reside in Eastern Atlantis, inhabited by the island’s master weaponsmiths. Many of the most powerful weapons forged on the island come from Eastern Atlantis, including some that are used by the Royal Family themselves.

Water Elementals wield trident staves as their primary weapons. Their battle tactics are heavily reliant on water, thanks to their exceptional swimming skills. The Water Magic they possess enables them to breathe underwater and manipulate water at will. They can freeze water or turn it into mist for cover while engaging in battles on the surface. Additionally, these Elementals can use their powers to heal injuries and purify water.

Water Elementals reside in Western Atlantis, a region inhabited by magical practitioners known as Seers. Seers have the unique ability to foresee the future. While some individuals are naturally gifted with this ability, others cultivate it by drinking from an Enchanted Chalice. However, it is important to note that what the Seers perceive in their visions is not necessarily a definite future. The most crucial lesson for Seers practising foresight is to differentiate between what they see in their visions—what can happen—and what will actually happen.

Earth Elementals were formidable hand-to-hand fighters. Their Earth Magic made their skin as hard as stone, providing them with resistance to all forms of Element Magic, except for Water Magic. This Magic also granted them immense strength. In combat, Earth Elementals could manipulate sand, soil, and stone against their opponents. They had the ability to create earthquakes and fissures and even transform the ground beneath them into quicksand at will.

Earth Elementals resided in Southern Atlantis, where the inhabitants were skilled armorsmiths. They forged armour strong enough to withstand magical attacks. Some of this armour was as simple as an Enchanted Medallion.

Fire Elementals wielded broadswords in battle and were also skilled archers. With their Fire Magic, they could manipulate and create fire at will. They had the ability to ignite the blades of their swords, and when they were running low on arrows, they could create fire arrows using their Magic.

Fire Elementals resided in Northern Atlantis, a region known for its practice of various forms of Magic, including Magic Staves, Spell Books, Magic Items, Potions, and Wands. While Dark Magic was generally frowned upon, the Mages recognised the importance of studying it in order to understand the nature of it and combat its dangers.

Central Atlantis was the home of the Royal Family. It was part of a vast empire known for its magical qualities, which granted great power and extended the lives of its inhabitants. The Elementals collaborated with the Mages of North Atlantis, who supported them in combat by crafting magical items for battle. Additionally, the Mages were also skilled scientists, infusing Magic into the weapons produced in Eastern Atlantis and the armour made in Southern Atlantis. They also developed various utilities for the civilian population.

The magical items created by the Mages for The Elementals and...