The Chronicles of Lumineia: The Second Draeken War Series by Ben Hale

The assassination of heroes was once a warning--for an invasion that nearly destroyed the world. On the brink of total victory, the black horde mysteriously vanished, leaving terrified survivors...and rumors. As the centuries passed, the holocaust faded into legend, and finally myth. But death is stalking heroes once more, and only a miracle will allow life to survive again..a miracle named Elseerian.

Born of darkness, the ultimate army has been unleashed. The only hope lies in destroying the source—before all life is extinguished. Fate has chosen Elseerian for the impossible feat, but as he embarks on the harrowing journey the invasion must be delayed. With time as their only weapon against extinction, the elves issue a desperate call . . . for every race to ally... moreBorn of darkness, the ultimate army has been unleashed. The only hope lies in destroying the source—before all life is extinguished. Fate has chosen Elseerian for the impossible feat, but as he embarks on the harrowing journey the invasion must be delayed. With time as their only weapon against extinction, the elves issue a desperate call . . . for every race to ally. Facing annihilation, many will realize that survival lies in unity, courage sleeps in ordinary citizens, and average people can turn the tide of war.The Gathering has begun. less

Forced to ally, the world has gathered against the endless night. Numbering over a million souls, they are the survivors of nations. They have armed themselves with weapons and magic, and defend the strongest fortress every built. Led by a supreme strategic mind, the races have organized into battalions, designed unique tactics, and fortified their position beyond any conceivable need... moreForced to ally, the world has gathered against the endless night. Numbering over a million souls, they are the survivors of nations. They have armed themselves with weapons and magic, and defend the strongest fortress every built. Led by a supreme strategic mind, the races have organized into battalions, designed unique tactics, and fortified their position beyond any conceivable need. But now their foe is at their gates, and to a man they cling to the same hope, to survive until Elseerian can defeat the source.The best they can last is Seven Days . . .Show More Show Less less

The Second Draeken War has yet to occur, but his victory is assured. When all life stands on the brink the nations will be forced to gather—but it will be too late. The army built to exterminate them will not fail in its purpose. Unless the future is altered.Eleven impossible tasks can give the races a singular hope, to defend their lives as one people. Their completion will not be known. Their impact cannot be measured.But even the Oracle cannot do it alone . . .