Rise of the Living Forge (Book 5)

A world on the brink. A forbidden craft. The ultimate trial of the forge. The Menagerie has finally stepped into the limelight. After taking down the assassin Twelve, Arwin and his guild have earned an invitation to the Proving Grounds—the most prestigious tournament in the kingdom. But they aren't just there to compete; they’re there to prove that a crafting guild can stand toe-to-toe with the realm’s elite adventuring parties. As Arwin delves deeper into the mysteries of his class, he unlocks the dangerous potential of Forbidden Soulmancy. Once a dark magic used by liches to enslave souls, Arwin discovers a way to use it as a partnership, communicating with his materials to learn to create equipment that just might be more powerful than anything the kingdom has ever seen. But the Proving Grounds have drawn the attention of old enemies, and the Menagerie is on a direct collision course with the Adventurer’s Guild themselves. To survive the upcoming storm and protect his friends, Arwin must attempt his most impossible project yet—forging a suit of armor capable of housing the Soul of the Infernal Armory itself. Book 5 in this epic LitRPG Saga from Actus, bestselling author of Return of the Runebound Professor. With nearly 7-million views on Royal Road, this definitive edition is perfect for fans of Seth Ring, Jonathan Brooks, Michael Chatfield and lovers of all things Progression Fantasy and Crafting. About the Features a healthy mix of crafting and combat, a strong-to-stronger MC, power progression, a detailed magic system, item enchantment, smithing, unforgettable characters, and much more!