Starside

A brutal war fractured the world, leaving mortals to languish in the barren realm of Stormside while immortals thrive in the magic-rich paradise of Starside. Every fifty years, the gates between these two lands open, allowing fifty mortals to embark on a deadly quest for a goblet of magic that promises to change their fortunes. Aris, a blacksmith's apprentice from Stormside, enters this perilous competition not for magic, but for vengeance against the gods who destroyed her family.

Armed with a powerful blade that chose her, Aris navigates a treacherous landscape filled with ancient creatures and bloodthirsty immortals, where trust is a luxury she cannot afford. Her path is complicated by Harlan Raker, a merciless king's guard who betrayed her years ago and may now hold the key to her survival. As Aris delves deeper into Starside, she uncovers secrets about her past and her connection to a larger conflict, forcing her to confront a truth that could shake the very foundations of both realms.