Serpentine Squiggles

Duskroot has been destroyed. A minor stronghold, its enemies struck with cunning and coordination while its allies didn’t lift a hand. Now, as vultures at a corpse, mercenaries are hunting for the survivors.

Awelah escaped Duskroot. She lost everything. Vengeance drives her, but can she kill a angel beyond death?

Ooliri has a mission to defend Duskroot’s refugees. He has to prove he belongs in a family of medical geniuses. But healing isn’t enough‍ ‍‍—‍ can he bring the dead back to life?

Makuja seeks safety among the refugees. Death and servitude leaves her gaze empty. It’s easy to be a follower, but is there a purpose worth living for?

First, the three need answers. A grand scheme is unfolding, and Duskroot was only the first step.

This story shares a setting with other works in the Black Nerve canon, but none are required reading. A companion piece called A Heart to Judge exists, providing Makuja’s backstory, though it’s best read after the first arc.

In early 2025, an effort was made to rewrite this series to current standards. Because the rewrite has not been completed, the table of contents still lists the old reversions; this presents the most consistent reading experience. However, the two rewritten chapters offer a dramatically better introduction.

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