The Broken Empire
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The path to the throne is broken'only the broken may walk it.The Broken Empire trilogy tells the tale of JorgAncrath. It is also the story of armies clashing,cities falling, kingdoms won and lost, and of theremaking of an empire. One narrative shadowsthe other. The singular struggle of a brokenchild growing into a man, seeking meaning andpurpose isโฆ The path to the throne is broken'only the broken may walk it.The Broken Empire trilogy tells the tale of JorgAncrath. It is also the story of armies clashing,cities falling, kingdoms won and lost, and of theremaking of an empire. One narrative shadowsthe other. The singular struggle of a brokenchild growing into a man, seeking meaning andpurpose is mirrored on a larger stage by his conquestof a broken empire.'?I am Jorg of Ancrath. I take what I want, and allof it is never enough.To reach the throne requires that a man journey.Even a path paved with good intentions can leadto hell, and my intentions were never good.This is where the wise man turns away. This iswhere the holy kneel and call on God. Theseare the last miles, my brothers. Don't look tome to save you. Don't think I will not spendyou. Run if you have the wit. Pray if you havethe soul. Stand your ground if courage is yours.But don't follow me.Follow me, and I will break your heart.
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