The Quintessence: Crucible

On the world of Crucible, humanity's spiritual artists train to fight in a war of universal proportions. Aryc Tal Venn has the potential to be one of the gods. But when he accidentally unleashes heretical powers during his Challenge, he is forced to flee his home or face the wrath of the Inquisition. With his sister by his side, Aryc begins a quest to uncover the truth of his own existence — only to discover a secret with the power to destroy humanity.

Aryc Tal Venn was supposed to be the savior of the universe. But a fateful decision left him blighted, unable to cultivate the primal Aether into the life-empowering energy of the Quintessence. With nothing but hope, Aryc undertakes a desperate quest to reverse his blighting. Yet the way is not easy, and there are those on Crucible who covet his lost power. When a terrible truth challenges everything he believes, Aryc is forced to question whom he fights for — and why.