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The Deceitful One

With the advent of steam power, mankind has advanced and ushered in the industrial revolution. This is the age of steam locomotives, automatons, guns, and cannons, as well as curses, magic, artifacts, and the occult. Hidden in the shadows are a group of extraordinary people who wield enormous power and strange abilities that normal people cannot even begin to comprehend. They are known as Transcendents! Bryan, a wily thief with a penchant for mischief, lost his parents at a very young age and was forced to live on the streets. That is until his whole life turned around when he was shown the Path to becoming a Transcendent. The Theft Path specializes in deceit and illusions. It can steal everything under the heavens. Even the powers, thoughts, and lives of others. Follow Bryan on his journey through this dangerous and treacherous world as he steals from gods and robs the mortals. This is the story of The Deceitful One. *** My novel has a steampunk world setting, so expect a lot of steam-powered technology as well as retro-looking futuristic inventions. Furthermore, there will be churches, secret organizations, and cults. So if you're a fan of LotM—which I have taken inspiration from btw—you will definitely like my novel. Also, this is my first attempt at writing a novel so you might find some mistakes here and there. Just know that I'm constantly trying to improve. Cheers! *** https://discord.gg/ZwFUa2zM

PandaDumpling · 奇幻
分數不夠
264 Chs

Madman

The ceiling of the underground basement was covered in a layer of bronze and golden-colored pipes and gears. If looked at it as a whole, the pipes seemed to have formed a sort of runic formation.

Hailey saw Bryan staring at the pipes and explained, "These pipes have been laid in a formation that helps with things such as sound and vibration restriction, defense, and concealment among other things."

Bryan's interest was piqued, "Concealment? How does that work?"

"If someone on the surface sweeps their spiritual force in this direction, they will find nothing. Of course, if it's a Transcendent of higher ranks then it's a completely different story," replied Hailey.

"I see," Bryan nodded his head in understanding.

Hailey then gestured for Bryan to follow her as she said, "Come, let me take you to the captain's office first. I can show you around afterward."