Darien Gale, once a gifted member of the ancient Sea Serpent Order, was left for dead when the Empire’s navy destroyed his sect. Skilled in Tideweaving, a mystical art that uses Oceanic Qi to control water and sea forces, Darien survived the massacre and faded into obscurity. Branded as a nobody, he roamed port cities and pirate hideouts, hiding his identity and abilities while grappling with the pain of betrayal. Seven years later, he reappears in the Eastern Isles as a redeemed “groom” in a political marriage to Lady Maris Stormborne, the daughter of a powerful governor. Instead of receiving honor, Darien faces public humiliation. Labeled a common castaway, he is ridiculed and rejected by nobles who deem him unworthy. Yet beneath the shame lies a brewing storm. When provoked, Darien shows a hint of his forgotten power, instilling fear in those who once mocked him. With nothing to lose and a vow igniting his heart, Darien sets sail to recover what he lost. As he navigates the perilous seas, Darien assembles a loyal crew of outcasts, fallen warriors, and cursed mystics. Together, they raid corrupt trade lords, discover ancient relics, and awaken hidden powers of the deep.
by Ok_Emergency1231