Arcana's Bestiary Volume 1: Arcana's Bestiary

By Oliver Kerrigan

In the mystic nation of Etellia, a dire plea echoes through the land: 'Le Bateleur, there are monsters being set loose upon the land … And we need your help to stop them.'

 

The magician Batel, accompanied by his quirky and dysfunctional companions, embarks on a perilous quest to hunt down bizarre heraldic creatures that threaten to disrupt the delicate balance of the entire country. From the opulence of nobility of the shadowy underworld of smugglers, these monsters are insidiously infiltrating every corner of society disturbing the natural order.

 

In this collection of satirical fantasy novellas, Batel must unravel the mysteries surrounding these beasts putting a stop to their relentless rampage. The question looms: Can his ideals withstand the scrutiny of the challenges that lie ahead?

 

This publication comprises two gripping tales:

1) The Tellier Cockatrice

2) The Gulliver's Gryphon

 

Step into a world of action & adventure, historical fantasy and magical creatures converge with a satirical twist. Join the ever-growing audience captivated by this Amazon Best Sellers featured epic novella series and witness Batel's relentless pursuit against engineered abominations and the misguided humans who unleash them upon the realm and immerse yourself in this captivating tale of magic and mayhem.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Oliver Kerrigan
• Release date: Mar 30, 2023
• ISBN: 9798215891018

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