Keygemin [Sky Pirates, Gempunk]

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Note:Sorry in advance, but I have difficulty writing when working on the same book's chapters sequentially.

Keygemin is a series of booksthat does not share story or characters between them, but is set in the same world during the same period of time.There is a volume called "Onboarding". Within is a chapter named "Blurbs" which contains the blurbs for each book. There are also the "Series Prologue" and "Glossary" chapters, which give detailed information about the universe.

Information

Status: Hiatus
Year: 2025
Author: SoaringMoon

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Rating: 4.8/ 5.0
Followers: 34
Views: 17,998

Chapters(31 total)

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Community Reviews(8)

Apollo149Royal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
Okay, listen up! Keygemin didn't just 'pull me in,' it snatched me right out of my chair and dropped me smack into its world from page one. Seriously, the descriptions are so bonkers vivid they felt less like words on a page and more like a full-on sensory download. I could practically feel the air, see the gleam of everything... it was like stepping through a portal rather than just reading. And the story? Hooked me faster than a hungry kraken! I was immediately invested in the main character and spent the whole time practically vibrating with anticipation, desperate to see what twist or turn waited around the next corner.
But here's the thing, even with all that depth, the writing itself is just... effortless. It flows so beautifully and clearly that I never once stumbled or had to re-read a sentence. It's like the words just glide off the page, making it ridiculously easy to stay lost in the story from start to finish.
Now, let's talk about my personal favorite part: the magic and technology! Keygemin absolutely nails this fusion. Gemin stones, aeroships gliding through the sky, the weird glow of source light... it all feels so wonderfully integrated, like magic and machinery grew up together in the same fantastical ecosystem. There's this constant sense of wonder, but it never feels cheesy or tacked on. It's just part of the reality, and honestly, I live for when authors pull this off this well!
BabyFlikRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
After reading 10 chapters so far, what I can say is this is a fantastic start to an epic fantasy adventure! The author has built an incredibly imaginative and detailed world in Una. The idea of a limitless sky filled with floating skylands, a menacing sea of clouds below called the Torrent, and a society completely dependent on magical gemstones called "gemin" is captivating. The lore runs deep, from the life cycle of the skylands themselves to the unique celestial body, the Source, that governs day and night.
The magic system is a real highlight. The gemin aren't just spell casting tools, they are the foundation of technology, from the engines that power massive aeroships to personal "mantled" equipment that gives soldiers an edge. The different colors corresponding to different magical "Aspects" is a classic touch that's executed well here, and the concept of "keygemin" sentient golems created from the stones adds a wonderful layer of depth and potential companionship.
The protagonist, Temora, is a solid and relatable character. Her desire to prove herself and see the world beyond her home is a powerful motivation that drives the story forward. The training sequences were a definite highlight, effectively showcasing the brutal realities of military life in this world and raising the stakes significantly the incident with the black gemin was particularly gripping and did a great job of showing just how dangerous this world can be.
The pacing through the first ten chapters is steady, taking the necessary time to build the world and its rules before launching into the main plot.
This is a rich and promising start to a novel series. Fans of detailed world-building, unique magic systems, and military fantasy will find a lot to love here. I'm genuinely excited to see where Temora's journey goes next!
abyssalspongeRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
i really like the way this writing was told with descriptions of environments which trigger your senses a little it was very easy to visualize everything while i was reading and drew me in quickly the story has a strong hook and you really want to follow where the character is going and what she is doing
i have no idea what the story is going far it looks like she is leaving to go to college or something but it reads like it is scene by scene from a movie where each scene is described well by chapter three we get to see an example of combat in the story looks like and that was really fun
grammar does need work and i didnt notice much but some of the sentences are a little weird to read and understand where i had to go back over them a couple times before i got what they were trying to say but other than that the story itself is compelling
at first i kind of thought this mc was going to go mary sue because she was both smart and strong but her character flaws seem like they are a bunch of small things that add up to her being just kinda weird and compulsive which makes her conversations unique in a way i cant describe and that i kinda like i also really like how the characters spoke where they were all different and have quirks when they talk
i wait for more of this to be released and im going to follow it hope the author doesnt stop at a couple more chapters and then disappear
quarterfreoRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
I thought I'd never read anything like this before, but then as I was reading the dialogue I started hearing underneath it little gameboy noises, the chirp of dialogue spat out by low-storage cartridges in the 2000s, a friendly electric warble. I was enchanted. Immediately Argentis made sense, from its miltary factions and ruthless pirates in soaring aeroships. I was ready to go.
The worldbuilding is expressive and diverse, and fully captures the feel of being inside a fantastical JRPG-style world. I haven't played a JRPG since Fire Emblem, but it reminded me of that sort of thing. This is honestly one of my first experiences in this genre, and I like it. I did not read the lore because I am not a lore guy, I like jumping into stories. This author provides both options for both types of readers. The world of Keygemin drew me in immediately and gave me enough to work with to understand and appreciate the setting. I particularly like how well-designed each aspect of the world is, from the food to the building architecture.
I feel like getting into the Gemin systems early is good for this type of thing, but I always want a big dramatic hook to start me off. I really liked the Professor. His dialogue is great. I really appreciate Temora's inner world, the depth to her character, and can see this being very marketable for female YA readers, or anyone else who enjoys that warm fantasy feel JRPGs bring.
Sentences that made me smile:
"Before her a plate of hot warbird egg and chipped meat, sourdough toast now lukewarm, fried green tomatoes, and a short glass of pomme juice."
“I yield, I yield, aah... haha ohhh--- heh oh, you all were fantastic. Haha-- that, oh-heha That was an excellent, ha, wahooo performance there. For you all!”
rednrytRoyal Road
★★★★★ 4.5
Temora Fayn’s story pulled me in with its quiet strength. It starts in a familiar place—home, school, family expectations—but soon shifts into something more intense. Her resolve is the steady beat of the story, and it keeps things moving even through uncertainty and fear.
One thing I really appreciated was how the world blends magic and technology seamlessly—gemin stones, aeroships, sourcelight. I love when stories do that, treating the mystical and the mechanical as one and the same.
The characters felt grounded and real, especially the bonds Temora forms during training. There's tension, heart, and this unshakable sense that something larger is looming just out of view.
It’s a shame the project seems to have stalled—like their aeroship poised for takeoff, yet to leave the ground. Still, what’s there is a strong start—personal, imaginative, and full of promise.
zhkorejoRoyal Road
★★★★★ 4.5
Story:
The story follows Temora, a girl who has lived with her mother her whole life, rarely seeing her father who left on a mission years ago and hasn’t returned. Her mother wants her to stay in their world, but Temora dreams of exploring like her father. She wants to prove herself and step into adulthood. The world of Keygemin is VAST and the author’s love for its depth is evident in every chapter. From the magic system to training systems to the smallest cultural details, everything is thought through. When you read this, you know the author has a clear vision of every corner of this massive world. And yes, it’s massive… I’ve seen the map. (It’s no surprise Temora doesn’t want to stay put.)
Characters:
Temora makes friends during training, Albe and Cocole, and both have distinct voices and well-defined backstories. The trio works really well together and gave me strong Harry, Hermione, and Ron vibes. One professor in particular stands out, Professor Holiday, hope there's more of him. All the characters feel grounded and purposeful, and their interactions are well written.
Style: The writing is extremely descriptive, almost too descriptive at times, but it paints a crystal clear picture of every scene. When I’m reading, I can visualize exactly what’s happening and where it’s happening. The author spends a lot of time describing Temora’s surroundings so I always know what the environment looks and feels like.
If I had to nitpick, it leans more toward telling than showing, and I can see how this level of detail could hurt the pacing for some readers. It didn’t bother me much personally, but it’s something I’ve learned to be mindful of from critiques I’ve received on my own work.
Writing/Grammar:
The writing is clean and polished. I didn’t find anything wrong on this front. It’s well-edited and reads smoothly.
The dialogues and banter are well written.
Overall – 4.5/5
The world is very detailed. If I had to guess, I would say the author has spent a lot of time thinki
TourouRoyal Road
★★★★★ 4.5
From the very first line, Keygemin didn’t ease me into its world; it catapulted me there. The setting bursts alive with so much sensory richness that I didn’t feel like I was reading a story at all. Instead, it was like my brain got wired directly into the sights, textures, and sounds of the world. The details glow in a way that makes the environment feel not only real, but lived-in.
The pacing is relentless in the best way. The protagonist’s introduction grabbed me right away, and every moment afterward piled on more tension, more intrigue. I found myself constantly leaning forward, wondering what danger or revelation was about to hit next.
What impressed me most, though, is how smooth the prose is. There’s no clunkiness, no point where I had to pause and figure out what the author meant. The sentences have this natural rhythm, carrying the reader forward without resistance. It’s rare for writing to feel this seamless while still being so descriptive.
And the worldbuilding; just brilliant. The blend of crystalline power sources, soaring aeroships, and that uncanny glow of source light doesn’t feel like separate gimmicks tossed into a fantasy stew. Instead, it comes across as a culture and technology that could only have grown out of this world. Every element supports the others, creating a setting that hums with authenticity.
In short: immersive, gripping, and polished. The prologue alone convinced me this is a story worth committing to.
Voice between worldsRoyal Road
★★★★ 4.0
The author is able to build a good sense of the world with the chapters that they have so far. The author is good at building a sense of history by alluding to formal laws and regulations along with the characters making the world feel more solid so far I found it entertaining. The pacing could use a little bit of work. I see no reason for chapter 1 and two to be separated when they could have been put together. Beyond that the story is Promising The only problem I can see is that the grammar could use some work. But I’m sure the offer gets more experience that will change, especially edit or more time to revise. You know the story could use a little bit more humor, or if the tone is meant to be more stoic write a little bit more about what the character stink along with adding more adjectives to describe the scene Overall, I do look forward to seeing how the offer grows their world and characters along with their writing ability. Personally, for this kind of story, I would recommend the author read the book series the black company as a way of improving their own personal writing