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Synopsis
Outside Sacred Valley, ancient ruins rise from the earth, drawing sacred artists from miles around to fight for the treasures within. Lindon has reached Copper, taking the first step on the road to power, but the warriors of the outside world are still far beyond him. To advance, he turns to the arcane skills of the Soulsmiths, who craft weapons from the stuff of souls. With new powers come new enemies, and Lindon soon finds himself facing an entire sect of Golds.
Is Soulsmith (Cradle) (Volume 2) appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
Martial arts-style combat with magical powers featuring a young underdog protagonist advancing through a cultivation system. Violence is present but not graphic, with emphasis on training and progression rather than bloodshed.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include violence and class struggle.
Who'll love this
Teens will love following Lindon's journey from weakling to warrior as he learns to craft magical weapons and faces powerful enemies.