Ashes of the Wind

Information

Status

Hiatus

Year

2023

Author

HA-Greene

• The missing Deiman
  Feb 16, 2024
• Unexpected developments
  Feb 9, 2024
• Awakening and cold acceptance.
  Jan 31, 2024
• A bond broken
  Jan 25, 2024
• Into the infernal lands
  Jan 25, 2024
• Harkon Village
  Jan 25, 2024
• The passage of time
  Jan 25, 2024
• History and reunion
  Jan 25, 2024
• Swordsmanship and the forge
  Jan 25, 2024
• The bond between a boy and his dragon
  Jan 26, 2023

Reviews

Community Reviews(10)

• thalia.Royal Road

  ★★★★★ 5.0

  to start, i should preface that i am extremely bias with this review, as i love dragons and oh my, did ashes of the wind deliver dragons.
  style:
  to begin, the writing style is nothing short of being rich and full of depth. written in 3rd person perspective, the prose here is written beautifully, almost lyrical in the ways it can come across. the author is extremely skillful in painting the scenery in such a poetic tone, that it was nothing but a delight to read.
  and it is clear the author has a keen eye for detail too, seen with how the culture and the world affect the language—from how characters interact with each other using honorifics, to having specific curses and swears, this level of attention to the writing completely elevates the reading experience that i cannot help but recommend this story to those who enjoy this narration style.
  story:
  the story revolves around our young main character learning to navigate dragon rider school, in an attempt to rise through the ranks to join the ongoing war. and while the initial chapters focus on guiding the reader with a slow-burn introduction to the world and lore in a manner not to overwhelm them, the story picks up an immediate pace from chapter 5 onwards, thrusting the reader into a thrilling adventure.
  without spoiling any details, the plot begins to unfold with a perfect blend of action, suspense and unexpected twists that would entice many to continue reading. it is clear that the author has a solid understanding of storytelling by creating such a compelling narrative and i am excited to see where the story will go next.
  grammar:
  no comment other than it has been excellent so far.
  characters:
  tyrrick kand is the protagonist of ashes of the wind; a young apprentice who is learning to curb his temper and impatience in order to become a fully-fledged dragon rider, also known as a drakin. his partner, the pearl dragon, agmentha, is prideful yet remains tender towards him, having an almost motherly touch with how she
• CharbendRoyal Road

  ★★★★★ 5.0

  This is a review swap!
  Ashes of the wind is a story that follows in the steps of dragon rider books like the classic dragon riders of Pern series. Tyrrick lives and trains with an order of dragon riders whose goal is to protect their lands from an ancient enemy, and we follow along with Tyrrick as this conflict evolves.
  STYLE
  The style is excellent. The story is well written, and easy to read. It never feels like the narration lingers too long on unnecessary details, and there is plenty of vivid imagery to flesh out scenes.
  GRAMMAR
  Grammar is on point, never saw anything glaringly wrong. A typo here and there, but everyone has some occasionally.
  STORY
  The story is good, and engaging. It is a story I've read before, dragons bonded to humans in a fight against an ancient enemy, but I think how it situates itself in that space is key. At the time of this review, we are still fairly early into the story development, but I'm excited to see how it differentiates itself.
  CHARACTER
  The characters are distinct, each with their own traits. It is pretty clear to see who is talking in each scene. This early into the fiction, my greatest concern with the characters is in their development. In early chapters, we get hints about some of the things that motivate character traits/actions, but as the readers we lack some of the insight into these events that spur them on, even as they move into what feel like critical turning points. Some examples, that might be spoilers:
  We get a few references to Tyrrick and Agmentha having had to wait for a bond, and a suggestion that this might make them impatient to progress through the training stages they are in, but we lack the context for why they had to wait, and what that means in this world.
  Somewhat related, we also lack an understanding of what this dragon riding organization means to Tyrrick. The typical dragon rider seems to adhere to their almost religious purpose, while the regular people we've seen rely on them for support. We don'
• Regolith42Royal Road

  ★★★★★ 5.0

  Style: High fantasy style and Flowery language. All the cultural aspects in speech are consistent and engaging. But unknown words are often used with no explanation. This builds the mystery and world building as the terms are explained better later. But also their prevalence early on without even minimal explanation made me personally a little overwhelmed, especially as multiple terms were thrown at us all at once.
  Story: So far, it is almost entirely worldbuilding. The first battle has just happened. The main character doesn't do all that much, and it is another vehicle to set up the world so far by introducing the enemy faction. It is up to the future chapters to start the main plot now that the world is mostly established.
  Grammar: Excellent grammar, good word choice.
  Character score: Tyrrick is currently kind of a placeholder character right now. He passively learning and building his relationship with his dragon bond. He is in his 'training arc'. His blandness I think is more a result of his surroundings than any fault of the author. Right now he's just going about normal life, and has just gone out on his first major mission. He's not supposed to be overly conflicted at the moment. The value of the author's characterization will come out once Tyrrick and his bond are put in stressful situations as the plot kicks into gear.
  Overall: Excellent worldbuilding, more slice of life more than anything else so far. A great foundation for the excitement to come.
• SkarabraeRoyal Road

  ★★★★★ 5.0

  Style: The author's word choice is very good, helping get the feeling that the author wants to convey. The author has a unique way of writing as well that helps with the same. However, the literary devices are a bit lacking. So, 4.5 stars.
  Story: The plot develops at a decent pace for what it is. While its pacing is good, it isn't perfect, which leads to some moments where it feels a bit off. But overall the pacing is what it needs to be. Similar things can be said for the plot development. The story itself is very interesting, involving dragons and people who bond with them. The premise is very well developed and increases in how well developed it is as time goes on.
  Grammar: Any grammatical errors there were are either not distracting or have already been corrected.
  Character: The characters are all fairly realistic and three-dimensional, both main and side. I can say this for the humans and the dragons in the story. There is quite a lot to them, and the main character in particular is very interesting, being someone who has to build himself up rather than being powerful from the start.
  Overall, I recommend this story.
• AvergeJoeRoyal Road

  ★★★★★ 5.0

  Style -  The author has invested significant effort in crafting a rich world with high fantasy elements. What stands out the most to me is the compelling dynamics between the characters.
  Story - The story is interesting. Tyrrick is a young apprentice in a school of dragon riders. While facing challenges in different aspects, Tyrrick exhibits a strong determination to overcome his shortcomings. His dragon, Agmentha, serves as both a guide and a caretaker, albeit with a touch of rudeness. Initially focused on world-building and lore for the first few chapters but the upcoming chapters set the stage for more action and character development.
  Grammar - impeccable and the writing is able to convey action, context, and emotions effectively.
  Character - Tyrrick's demeanor reflects that of a hothead impetuous, in truth, he seems to take his classes very seriously and improve on his mistakes. His dynamic with Agmentha, his dragon, is exceptionally strong, characterized by friendly banter that enhances their bond. Agmentha's personality complements Tyrrick's well, making their partnership a harmonious blend of contrasting traits.
  overall the book is good and has a lot of potential as far I can tell but I would like to see a constant upload schedule so the readers don't lose interest I am sure the author will work on that.
• Ellen TaylorRoyal Road

  ★★★★★ 5.0

  This is a wonderful book. It was not just a fun read, but an intriguing one, too.
  I always start with the easy one. Grammar is an easy five out of five. I saw no mistakes. Usually I'm not a stickler for grammar mistakes, as I only knock a star off if I'm pulled out of the story, but the grammar was impeccable.
  Style was wonderful. There were many times that I was impressed with the word usage, to the point where I had to make a special note of one that I found particularly great. The writing was never overtly prosy to the point of distraction. It weaved a beautiful tale and it was easy to imagine this world based on the word usage. Absolutely brilliant.
  Story was fantastic. A dragon and his rider. It seems simple, but this world was so complex, with much lore weaved through. It never felt info dumpy, it simply felt like a rich world that we as the reader are beginning to scratch the surface.
  Characters are wonderful. I felt invested in Tyrrick and his dragon, Agmentha. It was especially fun to see their bond, and watch it grow as the beginning events took place in these first few chapters.
  Overall, a great read!
• LuminstateRoyal Road

  ★★★★★ 5.0

  STYLE
  The crowning gem of this story is the writing style. It’s fluid and lyrical, without being over the top, and gives the story the feel of a heroic epic, but without being pretentious.
  STORY
  The initial chapters focus on revealing the world to the reader, and we are introduced to pivotal characters who will become more important later on. It does take a little while to get going (but this is very common on RR, and I’m as guilty of this myself!). The story really starts in Chapter 5: Harkon village, and then just ramps up from there. At the time of this review, Chapter 7 has ended on a huge, unexpected cliff-hanger, and I can’t wait to see what happens next.
  CHARACTERS
  The main character is likeable and eager to prove himself as a dragonrider. The dragons themselves strike just the right note - vain, superior, and easily flattered, but playful and kind when they need to be. They also aren’t just appendages to their riders, as they have their own wants and opinions, and are willing to enforce them.
  SETTING
  The Order of Corina Dracaena are a religious order of dragonriders who protect the world from a corrupted archenemy. However, it’s made very clear that the Order isn’t perfect – they have internal factions and rivalries, and in Chapter 5 we see how their neglect has made a bad situation worse. These grey areas make the world feel much more real.
  GRAMMAR
  Grammar and spelling is of a high standard, and it’s clear the author has put a lot of effort into proofreading and editing prior to posting.
• NickKiddRoyal Road

  ★★★★★ 5.0

  Ahh, the dragon rider genre is always a joy to read, and this story is no exception. The author dumps you straight into the world and we experience the ups and downs of a relationship with a mythical creature as it unfolds.
  I was worried a bit it would be a lot of school and exposition at first, but sit tight, you're in for a ride. The tension and danger rises quickly. It's all leading up to something big.
  The grammar is great, in fact it reads really well. Even poetic at times. The dialogue is easy to follow and the characters are easy to tell apart. The author makes an effort to add action to the dialogue as well, to add context and emotion to their words.
  The worldbuilding is gradual and doesn't overdo it too early. I'm actually curious what other secrets this world holds. I know we'll learn more as we go, but the perspective is limited, which I always enjoy. It leaves rooms for surprises.
  I can tell the biggest part of this story will be the bond between rider and dragon. I'm curious what twists and turns will pull them apart, but I'm confident this story will have a satisfying and emotional conclusion.
  I'm following! Excited to read more!
• Pianos In The Evening SunRoyal Road

  ★★★★★ 5.0

  I'll be frank with you, this is one of my new favorite books on RR! While there's much ado about genres like GameLit and Isekai on this website, I really love this throwback to the earlier days of fantasy novels and namely Dragon Rider stories. Being a millennial, I grew up with amazing stories like How To Train Your Dragon and Eragon where young boys would bond with strong willed dragons and Ashes of the Wind continues the tradition in stellar fashion. Young Tyrick and his dragon Agmentha have that classic bond where the boy is loveably impulsive and his dragon is more emotionally intelligent but also quite sassy. As it is the lynch pin of the series, the author hits this relationship out of the park and is my favorite aspect of the story.
  My other favorite part is that once the multifaceted world building is setup and we learn about Tyrick and the society he lives in, the author drops us into an intrigue plot and a high stakes situation. The flurry of well written action truly gripped me and the last few chapters are my favorite part thus far.
  Speaking of the writer and grammar, this story is beautiful written with all the expertise and flair of pro published fantasy novel. I found no errors at all and it made jealous how good the prose was.
  I really can't say enough good things about this story and I'm happy there is some old school style writing on RR. It really helps the author stand out on here and I hope this becomes a feature length story. I'd even buy it if it were for sale at a book store!
• T.A.L DeasonRoyal Road

  ★★★★★ 4.5

  Readers of high fantasy and fans of the classics will enjoy this story. The author does a good job of building a world full of fantastical creatures and complex relationships. Enjoyable and well written.
  Style. - anyone familiar with Lord of the rings, Harry Potter or game of thrones will find a soft place to land in this story. The author has built a complex world with elements that we have all become accustomed to. The relationships between the MC and his dragon as well as his friends/teachers really shine here.
  Grammar - impeccable grammar. Well written if a little over complicated at times. The author has a way of detailing the world down to the detail and it allows the reader to fully immerse themselves in the world as the story progresses.
  Story - The story is interesting. Tyrrick a young apprentice in a school of dragon riders seems to be noone of note. He doesnt shine in any particular area and comes off as a hotheaded impetuous youth who is often chided by both his teachers and his dragon Agmentha who in many ways plays the role of a guide and matriarch to the young Tyrrick. Through five chapters the story is a slow burn with alot of world building and setup but I get the feeling that the story starts to rapidly progress in later chapters.
  Characters - I felt like the MC could use a little more development. While I do beleive the authors intent is to portray him as rash and impetuous I would like to see him standout in some way. Im sure that as I read more this will start to happen. Agmentha is wonderfully written and provides the Yin to Tyrrick's Yang. Aldrus is also a very well written side character acting as a friend and mentor to young Tyrrick.
  Overall, this was a good read that I believe has much to offer as the story progresses. There are some of the typical tropes of fantasy novels but that is why we love fantasy to begin with. What fun would a story be without dragons and fantastical telepathy between dragon and rider?!