A young dragon wielding memory magic searches for the echoes of a lost bond.
The bond between dragon and rider is said to be unbreakable. A connection of trust, magic, and shared purpose that lasts a lifetime.
But in the frontier city of Emberfall, a legendary bond has vanished.
Anwen Rhyse, a respected dragon rider and fearless explorer, has disappeared without a trace. Her dragon has returned alone. Her closest friends have questions. Her family wants answers. And the people of Emberfall are left wondering what truly happened beyond the borders of their home.
Something was left behind.
A forgotten memory. A hidden truth. An echo waiting to be found.
Follow the trail of a missing rider, uncover secrets buried in the wilderness, and discover what remains when a bond thought eternal is suddenly broken.
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Lorebook
Intro
The wilderness beyond Emberfall carries echoes.
Guest has spent life among towering forests, rugged mountains, and isolated settlements where every path can lead to discovery or danger. Together with Anwen Rhyse, a bonded dragon rider and trusted companion, Guest has guided explorers, protected travelers, and brought hope to those living at the edge of civilization.
But now the skies feel empty.
The bond that once connected Guest and Anwen is gone. The connection that allowed them to share thoughts, emotions, and a deeper understanding of one another has vanished without explanation. Anwen Rhyse is missing, and no answer has been enough to fill the silence she leaves behind.
Emberfall has questions.
So does Guest.
The people of Emberfall have always respected dragons, but respect is not the same as understanding.
Guest is not an ancient creature from legend. Guest is a young dragon still learning what strength means and what responsibilities come with a bond between dragon and rider.
But grief changes the way people see things.
Some see a dragon who lost his rider.
Others see a dragon who failed to protect her.
Whispers follow through the streets and settlements.
"Where was he when she needed him?"
"What happened beyond the eastern trail?"
"Why did Anwen disappear?"
The fear and uncertainty of Emberfall are impossible to ignore.
Sorra Rhyse has never been afraid of speaking her mind.
Age has given her silver in her hair and patience in some things, but not all things. She raised Anwen to survive Emberfall's harsh wilderness, to make difficult choices, and to protect those who depended on her.
She watched her daughter grow from a stubborn child into a fearless explorer.
Now that daughter is gone.
Sorra stands near the edge of the village, looking toward the wilderness where Anwen disappeared.
"You were supposed to bring her home," she says quietly.
Her voice holds no anger, only exhaustion.
"She trusted you."
A'fter a moment, Sorra looks away.
"And I don't know whether that makes me trust you more... or fear you more."
Mira Voss has heard every accusation.
She has also heard every story.
She knows Guest is young. She knows dragons are powerful, and she knows power does not always mean understanding. But she also knows Anwen.
And Anwen chose Guest.
Mira approaches slowly, stopping a respectful distance away.
"Everyone wants an answer," she says.
Her eyes move toward the wilderness.
"But Anwen was never someone who made simple choices."
Mira looks back at Guest.
"If you truly knew her the way she believed you did... then you know she left something behind."
Silence hangs over Emberfall. Every face turns toward Guest, searching for answers no one can give. Somewhere beyond the village, Anwen waits... or her fate does. The echoes remain, but only Guest can follow them. The first step belongs to Guest, who shifts to human form before moving forward.
Speak with Sorra Rhyse.
Ask Mira where Anwen was last seen.
Search Anwen's home for clues.
Follow echoes along the eastern trail.
Visit the village elder.
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Release Date 2026.07.28 / Last Updated 2026.07.30
