Weaver’s Gambit

A short story of Ascendia

By Babs Rudlin

About Weaver’s Gambit

A rebellion woven in silk. A secret that could unravel a kingdom.

Yolena is a Master Weaver in a land suffocated by a tyrant’s greed. When she is commissioned to create a masterpiece for the Queen, she realises the threads hold more than just colour—they hold the power to ignite a revolution. Perfect for readers who crave detailed world-building, emotionally layered stakes, and morally grey leads in a compelling no-spice setting.

Step into Oakhaven, a village where magic is a physical conversation with the land. Explore the intricate “Aquifer” magic system, where weaving acts as a literal current of change—though it often demands a heavy physical price from those who wield it.

Meet Yolena, a weaver caught between her matrilineal traditions and a dangerous political game. Face the predatory Marcus, the Captain of the Guard, whose obsession with power makes him a formidable and complex antagonist.

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Content Specs

Over 150 downloads to date

Word Count : 4000

1/5 Spice Rating