Nature of Soul

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Description

Over 100 years have passed since the brutal war against the Demon king. The recent activity of the white dragon, one of the Demon generals compelled the king of Svardkust Karl Xll to announce a gathering for all adventurers in the kingdom. Their goal is to form parties that will work to surpress monster influence and bolster the already existing force of adventurers. The knight student Audrey with the 3 inexperienced soon to be adventurers: the human war priest Konstantinos Dragases Paleologos, the elf wizard Melian Goldenburrow, and the chifling bard Fallace Fanqvist. The adventurers will come to meet eachother in a small town where they will embark on a quest in which they will start to reveal their trueselves and grow stronger in the face of adversity... - - - New part every other week on Saturdays. Nature of Soul is also available on Wattpad.

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Status: Ongoing
Year: 2025
Author: Djwhy

Royal Road Stats

Rating: 4.8/ 5.0
Followers: 111
Views: 13,276

Chapters(39 total)

What readers say about Nature of Soul

“Enjoying the story so far, as others have said, great for fans of Dungeons and Dragons! Fun group dynamics and interactions in a well written story. The pacing is also done really well, keeping the reader engaged throughout without being too overwhelming. G…”
KazekoshRoyal Road5.0 / 5
“If you're looking to experience the spirit of Dungeons & Dragons in the form of a classic fantasy adventure, this is absolutely worth your time. The characters feel fresh and full of life, each bringing their own unique flavor to the story. The humor is eve…”
LeanTheNewFriendRoyal Road5.0 / 5

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Community Reviews(10)

KazekoshRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
Enjoying the story so far, as others have said, great for fans of Dungeons and Dragons! Fun group dynamics and interactions in a well written story. The pacing is also done really well, keeping the reader engaged throughout without being too overwhelming.
Give a few chapters a shot, you'll be hooked right in!
LeanTheNewFriendRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
If you're looking to experience the spirit of Dungeons & Dragons in the form of a classic fantasy adventure, this is absolutely worth your time. The characters feel fresh and full of life, each bringing their own unique flavor to the story. The humor is ever-present, keeping the tone light even during intense moments, and giving the whole experience a genuine charm. Action scenes are fast-paced and thrilling, capturing the energy and excitement you'd expect from a real D&D session. Whether you're a longtime fan of fantasy or just enjoy a good story packed with laughs, heart, and high-stakes adventure, this delivers on every front.
167fiveRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
This world and concept really has a lot of potential!The opening chapter almost reminds me of One Piece, and introduces a deep and complex world, yet plants the one singular objective of the main characters in the first few chapters.On to the characters themselves, the multiple dynamics, like Audrey's crush, and their diverse powers make a really entertaining company. The worldbuilding is solid, promising mystery and interesting plots in the future, and gets a reader's attention within a few chapters.Overall, I'm looking forward to see how the story will improve!
BUZZOJoyJoyRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
I really liked this, but I feel that the majority of the reviews have capturedthe spirit of what this fiction is about. So I wanted to focus in the other less but still important aspects of this story Romance and Pain.Romance blossoms subtly, notably in Audrey the inexperienced character ’s clear affections for Konstantin the stoic, highlighted by her blushing, using nicknames like "Koney," and her disappointment when he respectfully declines sharing a room. Fallace the lustful also develops a tender concern for Soshi the damsel, actively striving to cheer her up (even using charm magic) and feeling ecstatic when she seeks his comfort and wants to sleep near him. Conversely, a darker, obsessive form of "love" manifests in the antagonstic Pastor Frudou's sinister desire for Audrey, seeing her as his "bride".Pain is a pervasive and foundational element, driving much of the characters' actions. Konstantin is fueled by the deep-seated trauma, leading to his merciless pursuit of goblin extermination and evident rage. Fallace carries the heavy burden of his village’s destruction and parents’ loss, intensified by suffering near-fatal injuries and profound psychological anguish from Dick and John Jester. Audrey is motivated to avenge her mother, killed by the White Dragon, and experiences intense physical and emotional torment from battling figures like Clause Frudou and Dick. Soshi herself is psychologically scarred after witnessing her friends' slaughter, highlighting how pain shapes these intertwined destinies.
Cass ReignRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
Am really enjoying this story so far. The journey the characters are on is engaging and well-paced, and I’m finding myself genuinely invested in where it’s all heading. What’s standing out most to me right now is the structure of the character development, and adds real depth to the narrative. You can feel the shift in each character as the story unfolds, which makes it all the more compelling.
I also love the little trivia notes sprinkled throughout. They add a fun layer of light comic relief, giving the story moments of levity without pulling me out of the world. It’s a clever touch that makes the reading experience feel more personal and playful.
Can’t wait to see how the rest of it unfolds
A.K.SRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
I really enjoyed reading your story! The way you captured the essence of a D&D adventure was fantastic—it felt immersive and true to the spirit of the game. The world-building was engaging, and the character dynamics made the journey even more exciting. The pacing and storytelling kept me hooked, and I can see how much thought went into crafting this adventure. Looking forward to seeing where the story goes next!
EvanSolisRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
This opening chapter is a captivating blend of high stakes, vivid atmosphere, and memorable characters. Audrey’s bravery shines through every page, and the confrontation with the sinister cultist crackles with cinematic intensity. The pacing kept me glued from the moonlit stroll to the dramatic finale. An enthralling beginning that has me eager for the next installment!
1EntityRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
Really liked the prologue. Great foundation with for the story with setting, power system and creating a pathway to the main character's ultimate goal. The story was easy to visualize in my option with how descriptive it was written. I really liked the expansion on the sword play and it's hard to go wrong with some good old magic in there. In truth, I'm a sucker for a revenge story and I'm interested in the stronger characters at play and how the story will go about reaching its end.
GangstaliciousRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
Yo, fam, this crew Audrey, Konstantin, Melian, Fallace they kickin' off their "Monster Zero" hustle. Konstantin's got deep beef with goblins, even smokin' 'holy cush' from gramps to chill. Audrey, she learnin' to find her true power, while Melian, a exploive mage, flexes her big magic. Fallace, he quick and cunning.
They face Ogre Dick (I can't with this!) Fallace gets messed up, but then guess what Melian drops a savage "Explosion" spell, and Audrey finds that power. In Leionholm, Fallace scraps with Justizia, gets his arm chopped by John flippin Jester, but bounces back, copping deadly Abisvera poison at an auction. Konstantin's "eradicate the root" philosophy... just damn. He goes full savage during a goblin village wipeout; Fallace slaughters, Melian burns it all down. Their actions are brutal, no cap.
Finally, in Stendvor for "Project Monster Zero," shit gets real. Mimic Demon Officer Chescon jacks the weapon. Fallace's Abisvera poison paralyzes the beast. Uhldin sacrifices himself, then Melian, even with hands sliced, unleashes a final Explosion spell, blowing that Mimic to smithereens. Man this story is all over the place, you feel me?
The narrative keeps it raw and direct, with tight, conversational language, mostly solid grammar, and a style that keeps the action on point, ya dig?
LvlDownRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
The story is clear and easy to follow. The characters all have their own pasts and purposes for doing what they do. The author clearly took time to create a world filled with lore that is yet to be revealed which makes you want to read on and learn more. While lacking a little in terms of description, the reader is not lost. A solid story that encourages you to learn more.
The overall tone of the story leans towards a bright future riddled with mishaps and potentially the cruel tug of fate and its consequences. Initial impressions may have one believe that the story is just another generic fantasy, but there is more than meets the eye.
Within in the first few chapters it is already clear that there is more going on behind the scenes while the group strikes towards its goals. What that may be is unknown, but lends an air of mystery that hangs in the back of your mind while you focus on the story. I was a little bummed when I learned of the character's pasts so quickly but that can mislead you to formulate your own guesses making you vulnerable to unexpected twists. I am very interested to see how the story progresses.