Kotharian Lightning

Within A Hidden Sun

July 4, 2026

1–2 minutes

Elanda, long torn asunder by regional conflicts, rivalries between peoples, and religious turmoil, has united under an enigmatic king, promising an end to its seemingly endless cycle of rebirth and decay. Hope lasted for but a moment as a devouring army of cultists, magicians, and bio-mechanical monstrosities emerged from a land of impenetrable mists. Led by the vengeful Dark Messiah, the horde appear unstoppable for a realm descending into scheming, bitter fanaticism, and nihilistic cynicism.

After eons of silence, twin whispers echo through the world, a golden knight and a dark mask, their paths intertwined in an unassuming bard. A hero will break the cycle, whether in Eternity or the Abyss.

Within a Hidden Sun: Volume One contains the first four parts of the story, concluded in Within a Hidden Sun: Volume Two.

Title: Within a Hidden Sun: Volume One

Author: Joshua James Kingston

Cost 3.25$ USD (Ebook), 14.00$ USD (Paperback), 20.00 USD (Hardcover)

Edition: 2

Genre: Epic Fantasy

Intended Audience: Late Teens/Adults

ISBN: 979-8180586056/979-8257989360

Language: English

Page Count: 344

Size: 6 x 9

Type: Standalone Novel

Year of Publication: 2026

Purchase Links:

(Ebook) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H4DX4B8L

(Hardcover) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H4HH8X7V

(Paperback) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H4GTVJQL

Additional Sample Chapter:

Chapter 1

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The quest continues towards the realm of ever changing mists. Lies, distortions, and deceits claw at the heart, seeking to forge their own distorted time. As the confrontation with the Dark Messiah draws close, past and present alike must be faced. For only when masks are broken can tomorrow be found.

Within a Hidden Sun: Volume Two contains the conclusion of Within a Hidden Sun and the short story Into Eldenrealm.

Title: Within a Hidden Sun: Volume Two