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Surgecaller

Oathbound by Todd Herzman follows Huon, a struggling surgecaller who once fled into the wilderness simply to stay alive. Captured and bound by an oath to fight in a brutal arena, he is pushed into relentless magical and martial training, discovering that his powers can grow far beyond what he imagined. As Huon’s strength increases, his focus shifts from survival to an audacious objective: destroying the dragon rider known as the Immortal of Fire. Set in an epic fantasy world of war, dragons, and essence cultivation, the novel blends action-heavy combat, progression-focused magic, and the harsh demands of an arena where only rapid advancement keeps you breathing.
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Books in the Series

Oathbound

Oathbound

Oathbound by Todd Herzman follows Huon, a struggling surgecaller who once fled into the wilderness simply to stay alive. Captured and bound by an oath to fight in a brutal arena, he is pushed into relentless magical and martial training, discovering that his powers can grow far beyond what he imagined. As Huon’s strength increases, his focus shifts from survival to an audacious objective: destroying the dragon rider known as the Immortal of Fire. Set in an epic fantasy world of war, dragons, and essence cultivation, the novel blends action-heavy combat, progression-focused magic, and the harsh demands of an arena where only rapid advancement keeps you breathing.

Knighthood

Knighthood

Knighthood by Todd Herzman continues Huon’s ascent in a world where strength is earned through constant struggle. Newly made a Squire yet still far from his ambitions, he leaves the Everlasting King’s domain with Liona, seeking battles and trials that will accelerate their growth. Their search for independence leads them into unfamiliar territories filled with magical beasts, surgecallers, and elemental forces, while enemies refuse to release their hold and follow across borders. Blending epic fantasy, martial arts–style progression, and large-scale conflict, the novel focuses on cultivation of essence to empower weapons, bodies, and magic amid looming war and dragon-haunted lands.

Honourbound: A Progression Fantasy

Honourbound: A Progression Fantasy

Honourbound: A Progression Fantasy (Surgecaller) by Todd Herzman follows Huon, a soldier compelled to serve the Everlasting King despite his reluctance to kill. Bound by an oath that limits his autonomy, Huon attains Knighthood and grows stronger through cultivating magical essence known as surgecalling. Set in a world with elemental magic and mystical creatures, the story explores Huon's internal conflict as he seeks a way to break free from his obligations while navigating the demands of his forced allegiance.

Champion

Champion

Champion by Todd Herzman continues the fantasy adventure of Huon, Liona, and Gale as they escape the Everlasting King by sailing beyond the Harolan continent. Seeking a place where they can grow stronger in their magic and martial abilities without constant threat, they attempt a voyage no one has survived for over a millennium. What begins as a desperate bid for freedom becomes an epic test of endurance as they uncover why the seas have remained unconquered for so long. Blending progression fantasy elements with large-scale danger and hints of war and dragons, this installment raises the stakes for the trio’s survival and growth.

Legendary

Legendary

Legendary by Todd Herzman continues Huon’s ascent through the magical, martial-arts-infused Tournament of Grace, with two decisive rounds still ahead. Now a Champion, Huon pushes toward even greater power after learning unsettling truths about the Everlasting King from the Devil of the West, knowing that victory in the tournament is his quickest path forward. As the crew of the Strong Wind seeks divine boons from both Low and High Celestials of Taloniar, shifting rules and unexpected revelations complicate every move. The final match brings not only high-stakes combat and warlike tensions, but also the return of a figure from Huon’s past who is determined to see him fall.

Immortality

Immortality

Immortality by Todd Herzman continues Huon’s rise in a world defined by martial skill, magic, and ancient powers. After winning the Tournament of Grace and earning rare boons from each of the four Sentinels of Taloniar, Huon discovers that these rewards are only a beginning, not a safeguard. As war looms and greater forces stir, he must push his abilities further, testing the limits of his strength and the mysterious gifts he now carries. This fantasy adventure blends epic battles, progression-style growth, and the looming presence of dragons and large-scale conflict.

Celestial

Celestial

Celestial by Todd Herzman continues the epic fantasy saga of Huon and Liona, now elevated to the rank of Immortal after their time on the world of Temtoria. Having rediscovered powerful abilities forgotten by surgecallers in Harolan and Taloniar, they return home to a realm still threatened by war and ancient powers. The story follows their efforts to train and strengthen their allies, blending martial arts–style progression with high-stakes magical conflict. As they prepare to confront the Immortal Seven and the Everlasting King, the novel emphasizes escalating power, tactical battles, and the responsibilities that come with immense strength in a world of dragons, sorcery, and looming catastrophe.

Soulblade

Soulblade

Soulblade by Todd Herzman continues Huon’s rise through a dangerous world of martial magic, dragons, and looming war. Now a Low Celestial after destroying one of the Everlasting King’s hoards of stolen cores, Huon knows his rapid advancement may still fall short when it comes to safeguarding his allies. With the Everlasting King’s fleet bound for Taloniar, Huon and his companions race to locate and eliminate the remaining core stockpiles before the armada can ignite open conflict between continents. The novel blends epic fantasy warfare, progression-based power growth, and high-stakes action as every delay brings the threat of large-scale devastation closer.

Creation: A Progression Fantasy

Creation: A Progression Fantasy

Creation: A Progression Fantasy (Surgecaller) by Todd Herzman follows Huon, who faces a critical deadline to protect his loved ones in Temtoria, where time flows unevenly. After overcoming a powerful adversary known as the High Celestial, Huon prepares to confront the Everlasting King by training allies from his past. The narrative explores themes of urgency and preparation within a fantastical setting, focusing on the challenges of uniting and readying a group for a decisive battle.