Kingmaker: The Candidate and the Civilian

Ethan Peirce was an ordinary high school senior living in a peaceful, modern world. But his life is turned upside down when he’s suddenly pulled into a strange, ancient ritual known as the Candidacy. Summoned as a Kingmaker, Ethan must guide Ceris Valen Duskmere, a noble heir who has trained her entire life for this moment, to greatness. But the problem? Ethan doesn’t know the first thing about ruling or even fighting, let alone helping someone like Ceris fulfill her destiny. With 12 thrones across 12 regions at stake, Ethan soon discovers that his role as a Kingmaker is about much more than guiding Ceris to victory. But the deeper Ethan goes, the more he realizes that the rules of this world might be more dangerous and more complicated than he ever imagined. Can Ethan truly help Ceris achieve greatness or will their differences tear them apart before they even begin? What to expect: Slow-burn character progression Arcane-punk tech and bonded weapon fights Tactical battles and Training Arcs Royal Intrigue and Political tension High Fantasy