The Fence: Rognus de Tarmin's adventures, Tome 1

He is young, poor, and wandering through life with no direction or purpose. But fate has a way of intervening when we least expect it, and for Rognus, fate takes the form of a fateful game of dice. It all starts with a group of friends, gathered around a small table, rolling the dice and laughing at each other's misfortunes. Rognus, always on the fringes of society, watches with interest and decides to join in. Little does he know that this game will change the course of his life forever. The roll of the dice sends him on a journey to the fortified city of Grand-Pré, where he finds himself in the midst of a world of danger and intrigue. It is a city where fortunes are won and lost in a heartbeat, and where power and influence can be gained with the right connections. Rognus quickly learns that survival in Grand-Pré is not easy. He must navigate a complex web of relationships, forge new alliances, and fight for his very existence in a world that shows little mercy. Yet through it all, Rognus perseveres, fueled by a determination to make something of himself and leave his past behind. He finds unexpected friends and allies along the way, each with their own stories to tell and their own reasons for being in Grand-Pré. Together, they form a bond that is stronger than steel, and Rognus becomes the hero that he always knew he could be. But with greatness comes a price, and Rognus must learn to live with the consequences of his actions, even when they threaten to tear apart the very fabric of his new life. In the end, the tale of young Rognus of Tarmin is one of triumph and tragedy, of adventure and danger, and of a journey that will inspire readers of all ages. So come along and join Rognus on his quest, as he discovers what it truly means to be an adventurer in a world that is both harsh and beautiful.

As the dice clattered on the wooden tabletop, Rognus couldn't help but feel a thrill of excitement coursing through his veins. He was surrounded by his closest friends, playing a game of chance that had been passed down for generations.