The skies of Aetheria are ruled by warships, mercenary syndicates, and monsters that never sleep. Sixteen-year-old Kai never meant to wear the mantle of captain, but when an ancient, whispering spirit binds itself to him, destiny has other plans. Forced to lead a battered ship and a makeshift crew, Kai launches a desperate raid against the Iron Revenant — a flying fortress where slaves vanish, soldiers bleed for coin, and something far older and darker stirs within the hull. As storm and steel collide, Kai must fight ruthless mercenaries, monstrous Riftclaws, and the towering ursa warriors bred for slaughter. But steel alone won’t be enough. Ancient powers long thought dead are waking — and Kai’s bond with them may be the only thing standing between freedom and utter annihilation. To survive, he must risk everything, unleash forces he barely understands, and learn what it truly means to lead. Epic battles, brutal survival, ancient magic, and heart-wrenching sacrifice collide in a cinematic adventure perfect for fans of Stormlight Archive, The Witcher, and Avatar: The Last Airbender — where every choice could be your last, and the storm shows no mercy.

Requirements & Requests

Looking for readers to test-fly my fantasy novel — a high-stakes, skyship heist adventure full of desperate escapes, ancient magic, brutal battles, and an awakening evil beneath it all. Think Mistborn meets Pirates of the Caribbean with Peter Jackson-level action. Need feedback on pacing, characters, world-building, and emotional punch! Flexible deadline. Message me if you want in!

Comparable Stories:

Mistborn, Pirates of the Carribean, The Witcher, The Lies of Locke Lamora, and Avatar: The Last Airbender

Trigger Warnings:

Violence​/​combat, slavery​/​imprisonment, torture, loss​/​trauma, mild language.