Webnovel Author: AluvionOfShadows - Novel Collection

Systems are hard to do correctly. Many an author finds it their greatest stumbling block, but still tread forth upon the difficult writer's road due to the tremendous excellence when they succeed. This story is one that succeeds. If you want to read a good system story, by all means, this one should be the one. Truly, one cannot get higher. This story is a hidden gem, waiting to be discovered. I shall be proud to say that I knew it before it was. Amazing job, Mr. Nexus. I look forward to more of your great work.

This is the story of the fates of two young childhood friends, and how their lives intersect and change. As of now there are only eight chapters, but it is quickly growing into something great. The characters are exceedingly well-written and have realistic interactions. The author expertly plays around with the idea of the "chosen one". The intelligent and kind Alistair is seemingly chosen by the world as he is already befriending the king and high-ranking nobles. The emotional and playful Cedric, on the other hand, is only a poor orphan but is hinted towards being fated for great things as he is visited by a powerful shadowy figure. One thing that especially stands out about this story is the fact that it is not afraid to explore deep and complicated topics that others might shy away from. It delves deep into class conflicts, contrasting the lives of the rich and privileged Alistair with the poor orphan Cedric. The concept of war and peace is a running theme of the novel, bringing to mind the classic novel by Leo Tolstoy. I am also excited to see how later chapters will continue to break down the racism present in this world, shown by the prejudice humans feel towards human-animal hybrids. Great work so far, and I can't wait to see how this story grows.