Crucible of Sundered Loyalties
Released:August 4, 2026
Language:English
Format:Single Narration
Duration:Coming Soon

The Demon Lord has fallen, but in the fifth book of this fantasy adventure, the journey's not over just because a big boss battle is won.

Renowned as total ass-kickers in their new, game-inspired world, best friends Orrin and Daniel have done the impossible. They've gathered a loyal fellowship, earned a slew of skills and high-level powers, united the realms to finally take down the dreaded Demon Lord, and grown and developed as individuals. Their quest is complete, and now the pair can finally concentrate on their primary goal: getting back home. Or so they think.

Unfortunately, winning a war doesn't mean instant peace. The various kingdoms of the realm are still playing politics, maneuvering for position and power, and Orrin and his friends are caught up in the chaos. Even worse is the surprising destruction of dungeons across the land, which presents a new obstacle . . .

Orrin and Daniel need some serious power to get home, the kind usually found in dungeons. But someone has been clearing the hidden places of power ahead of them for reasons unknown. And unless Orrin and Daniel can beat the baddie to the punch—or rather, the stab, slash, and hack—they aren't going anywhere.

The fifth volume of the hit LitRPG fantasy series―with more than 600,000 views on Royal Road―now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!

Tropes include: zero to hero, role reversal, unlikely hero, frenemies, and secret enemy.


This book is part ofI'm Not the Hero, Book 5
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