Inspired by the novel “The Unyielding Ember: Flames of the Dawnbreaker”

Dear Readers,

As a writer, I often find that the worlds and characters I create take on lives of their own, weaving stories far beyond the words I pen. Today, I’m excited to share a special piece with you—a lyrical homage to my novel, The Unyielding Ember: Flames of the Dawnbreaker.

This song, “Eternal Balance (A Song of Arkas),” is a heartfelt reflection of the story’s themes: the dance of light and shadow, the unity of diverse forces, and the enduring hope that arises from even the darkest trials.

Without further ado, I present to you the lyrics of “Eternal Balance.”

Eternal Balance (A Song of Arkas)

[Verse 1]
Under Starlight Tower’s ancient glow,
Where whispers of the ages flow.
Elric’s blade, a radiant star,
Sophia’s wings, a shadow’s scar.
Resakar’s voice still lights the path,
A warrior’s strength through love, not wrath.
The Abyssal tide may crash and break,
But hope endures, for balance’s sake.

[Chorus]
Oh, light and shadow, bound as one,
Their dance will never be undone.
Through shattered skies and crimson spires,
A world reborn from ancient fires.
Moonlight bends, the totems roar,
The sapling grows from battle’s core.
Let the song of Arkas rise,
Where harmony will pierce the skies.

[Verse 2]
Silvermoon arrows pierce the night,
Wolf Riders charge with primal might.
Roots entwine the earth below,
While dwarven runes in brilliance glow.
Cassius’s flame, a fleeting guide,
A spark of truth within the tide.
His crystal watches, still and clear,
A silent echo through the years.

[Chorus]
Oh, light and shadow, bound as one,
Their dance will never be undone.
Through shattered skies and crimson spires,
A world reborn from ancient fires.
Moonlight bends, the totems roar,
The sapling grows from battle’s core.
Let the song of Arkas rise,
Where harmony will pierce the skies.

[Bridge]
From Christoph’s frost, a fortress stands,
Forged by unity, not mortal hands.
The phoenix stirs in icy flame,
An endless cycle, life reclaimed.
The Abyss may roar, the light may blind,
But both are threads in fate’s design.
Together sworn, their vows will hold,
A future wrought from hearts of gold.

[Chorus]
Oh, light and shadow, bound as one,
Their dance will never be undone.
Through shattered skies and crimson spires,
A world reborn from ancient fires.
Moonlight bends, the totems roar,
The sapling grows from battle’s core.
Let the song of Arkas rise,
Where harmony will pierce the skies.

[Outro]
The crystal flame still softly glows,
As dawn ascends, the cycle flows.
In Arkas’ heart, a seed is sown,
Where light and shadow have both grown.

This song is a tribute to the struggles, triumphs, and transformations of the characters in The Unyielding Ember: Flames of the Dawnbreaker. I hope it resonates with your journey through the world of Arkas.

If you’ve read the book, I’d love to hear how these lyrics connect to your experience. If not, let this be your introduction to a tale where light and shadow intertwine, and harmony emerges from the depths of conflict.

Thank you for joining me on this journey. Let the song of Arkas rise!

Alaric Stoneforge
Author of The Unyielding Ember: Flames of the Dawnbreaker

Feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments or share your favorite verses! 🌟