Potion Voyages Series by Jeremy Dwyer

The oceans of the world grant different magical gifts to those who drink of them, as long as the potion of water is pure enough, and the drinker has the right innate potential to use the magic to its fullest. Beneath the many burning suns that are both a source of energy and an oppressive force, one empire grows in power under the influence of its evil advisor, Cassius, whose intellect is greatly multiplied by the waters of one of these oceans... moreThe oceans of the world grant different magical gifts to those who drink of them, as long as the potion of water is pure enough, and the drinker has the right innate potential to use the magic to its fullest. Beneath the many burning suns that are both a source of energy and an oppressive force, one empire grows in power under the influence of its evil advisor, Cassius, whose intellect is greatly multiplied by the waters of one of these oceans. He devises a way to manipulate the hideously disfigured imperial prince, Octavian, after healing his deformity using another ocean's waters and then exploiting the handsome royal's growing vanity. Wicked things from the spirit world set their own plans into motion, revealing to Cassius some long hidden and dangerous knowledge, which he uses to build powerful castles and expand Octavian’s empire that he rules from the shadows. A talented young singer named Taesa has the misfortune of attracting the greedy empire's attention and she is taken into captivity. Octavian demands that she pay him tribute with her music, which is greatly enhanced by the waters of yet another ocean which she drinks. However, her voice is far more powerful than anyone realizes and it will later prove to have an effect that extends beyond moving the emotions of those listening. An ancient historian, Judith, will observe much of this evil unfold and write these terrible things into her chronicle of events. However, she is forbidden from interfering to save, or even give warning to, the innocent in the path of destruction. Judith can only hope that the righteous of the world will drink from the other oceans of power, using their magic to bring an end to Cassius’ evil schemes. less

In the world of magical oceans that give great powers to those who drink of their waters, multiple new dangers have arisen. In the sky above, the many suns have now aligned and brought a dangerous heat wave known as the "inferno", causing a burning sickness and death. Yet, warmth and light are still needed for life, so the afflicted cannot rest for long in the shade. At sea, the bloodthirsty pirate, Captain Keallach, is once again searching for lost treasures... moreIn the world of magical oceans that give great powers to those who drink of their waters, multiple new dangers have arisen. In the sky above, the many suns have now aligned and brought a dangerous heat wave known as the "inferno", causing a burning sickness and death. Yet, warmth and light are still needed for life, so the afflicted cannot rest for long in the shade. At sea, the bloodthirsty pirate, Captain Keallach, is once again searching for lost treasures. He has help from an evil entity in the spirit world, who exacts the ultimate price for assistance. Despite trading his very soul for the riches, the pirate must give over the most precious of the new gems to a mysterious woman with violet eyes. On land, the wealthy philanthropist, Sebastian, uses his magical powers of emotional manipulation to win the trust and affection of those around him. His generosity and compassion lead him to seek a cure for the sickness brought on by the suns, but he wants the world to love him even more when he finds it. Under the cover of a magical darkness, there are spies and honor-bound warriors, serving different kingdoms and causes. Unseen by most, they plot their intrigues and interventions, vying for control of the wealth and ways of the world. The ancient historian, Judith, is still bound by the Chronicler's Oath that forbids interference with world events, even for a benevolent cause. She can only write the unsettling stories of the death and difficulty that surround her, and try to endure the despair and fear that grow within her. less

In the world of magical oceans and burning suns, the waters give powers over spirit and flesh, light and darkness, sun and crystal, and various other elements and forces. Those who drink these waters can change the world, if the potion of water is pure enough, and the person has enough innate potential to use the magic to its fullest. The waters of spirit have given a bloodthirsty witch access to a cursed ruby dagger that turns the living into the undead whom she can command... moreIn the world of magical oceans and burning suns, the waters give powers over spirit and flesh, light and darkness, sun and crystal, and various other elements and forces. Those who drink these waters can change the world, if the potion of water is pure enough, and the person has enough innate potential to use the magic to its fullest. The waters of spirit have given a bloodthirsty witch access to a cursed ruby dagger that turns the living into the undead whom she can command. Those same waters have enabled a warlord to possess the bodies of many of the world's finest warriors, and live for millennia. The waters of light have enabled a disfigured heiress to create illusions so as to deceive investors and steal their vast wealth. The waters of the mind have given a wealthy philanthropist telepathic and empathic powers, so as to learn people's secrets and make them love him if he can't buy their affection with his riches. The waters of song have given a curious young woman the most enchanting voice with the ability to use songs to reveal hidden truths, even terrible ones far beyond her imagining. Aside from these individuals, entire empires and bands of mercenaries across several continents move in pursuit of a new danger that can devastate the world. They search for a cruel, yet persuasive woman with violet eyes, who holds a mystical item which can command all the oceans, and give deadly force to her plan to revive a savage culture from eons past. The ancient historian, Judith, is witness to many events, some in secret, and has taken an oath to record the truth of this hidden knowledge to instruct future generations. She may never interfere or betray a confidence, even if she has foreknowledge to avert a disaster. Yet, she is allowed to share certain things, when working against the highest forces of evil and their lies. less

In the world of magical oceans and burning suns, hidden horrors have been revealed.A song that called a star for guidance has brought that star down from the sky. It is a prince of the suns, and he sets fire to the world while searching for the girl whose voice called to him.A witch, having the magic of blood and fire, attacks a wealthy nation to assassinate its noblest warrior. He is the only one righteous enough to wield the sword that can stop the prince of the suns... moreIn the world of magical oceans and burning suns, hidden horrors have been revealed.A song that called a star for guidance has brought that star down from the sky. It is a prince of the suns, and he sets fire to the world while searching for the girl whose voice called to him.A witch, having the magic of blood and fire, attacks a wealthy nation to assassinate its noblest warrior. He is the only one righteous enough to wield the sword that can stop the prince of the suns.A temple of many towers, serving as a stronghold of evil, has been hidden in the darkness. Now, it has been revealed by another song. Powerful attacks against the temple have completely failed.An arrogant spirit warrior, who mysteriously has the power of two of the magic oceans, can defeat anyone in battle, or possess them for their combat skills. Rather than conquer the world for himself, he is forming alliances and building armies and navies across multiple continents, to fight a rising evil he insists is far too great to ignore. Yet, he is no hero.A deadly woman with violet eyes tells demonic lies to win over the trust of a young woman, whose enchanting, musical voice can move the suns and reveal hidden secrets. If the girl can be deceived, the power of her music can help restore an ancient empire that plans to murder the world.Several Chroniclers - ancient scribes who record the world's events - witness these and other dangers, even gaining foreknowledge of disasters. Yet, they are forbidden by an Oath from interfering to help anyone. less

In the world of magic oceans, a force of utter destruction has been unleashed. The wicked Victoria wears the tiara upon her head, giving her dominion over all the oceans. By this awesome power, and under the orders of a demon, she brings a deadly tempest to each of them. The storms she unleashes upon every sea ravage ships and kill millions... moreIn the world of magic oceans, a force of utter destruction has been unleashed. The wicked Victoria wears the tiara upon her head, giving her dominion over all the oceans. By this awesome power, and under the orders of a demon, she brings a deadly tempest to each of them. The storms she unleashes upon every sea ravage ships and kill millions. Beyond this, Victoria uses the varied magical powers of the waters to control chilling darkness and deceptive light, vengeful ghosts and crushing stones, burning stars and enchanting music. These, and all the other elements of the world, are wielded with ruthlessness and hatred. Not even those on land are safe from the onslaught. Victoria has many powerful enemies intent on killing her. Even rival empires and warriors, singers and navigators, farmers and architects, and powers from beyond are willing to cooperate to bring an end to her reign. However, their motives are not all noble, and some only want the power of the tiara for themselves. A few, however, have avoided the battlefield and left to search for a mythical lost city, which may hold ancient and secret dangers far more threatening than the woman with the tiara and the tempest she brings. They will need mathematics, logic and ancient knowledge to solve its elaborate puzzles and reveal its mysteries. The ancient Chroniclers are on the front lines of the war to observe and record all that they see. They face no personal danger, so long as they keep their Oath to write the true account of events. Yet, the massacre that they witness shall haunt them for the many ages they will live. less

Across the world of magic oceans, villages and kingdoms on every continent are rebuilding after the destruction wrought by the many storms. The death of Victoria - whose tiara caused the tempests - is little comfort to those now facing the hardships of forging a new life. Millions were slaughtered in the battles, and some of their survivors want vengeance, especially against the girl whose enchanting voice lured so many into the gale where they met their demise... moreAcross the world of magic oceans, villages and kingdoms on every continent are rebuilding after the destruction wrought by the many storms. The death of Victoria - whose tiara caused the tempests - is little comfort to those now facing the hardships of forging a new life. Millions were slaughtered in the battles, and some of their survivors want vengeance, especially against the girl whose enchanting voice lured so many into the gale where they met their demise. In the aftermath of the deadly attacks, some are making promises of peace and security under a strong new leader, seeking to gain followers to join their kingdom. In a world that is wary of any powerful ruler, they face resistance, doubt and even violence. Their vision of a new society and the order that it will bring to the world must be told far and wide, and they use the powers of the ocean waters to bring their message to whomever will listen. The calming of the seas has allowed the powers of the many suns to once again capture attention and admiration. A cult of worshippers has found a new home in a strategic geographic region with immense economic value. This positioning allows them to wield tremendous wealth and influence on land and sea, while their loyalty is to the kingdom of the sky. In other places, some have seen fit to use their powers to build their own empires and religions. The blaze of fire and the strength of steel both win followers, either by instilling fear or appealing to self-interest. Yet, the magic within the waters of the oceans is the true power and is put to many uses to shape the ways of the world. An extremely violent and highly secretive group has decided to pursue the path to peace and quiet by gathering the lost luminaries. With each new one they acquire - using twisted magic to discover the objects' locations - they intensify their hold on the world. Their quest meets resistance by those who drink of the many magical waters, yet their determination is unending. Their vision of serenity is a cruel destiny that lies along a road to the deepest darkness which ultimately conceals all things and condemns kingdoms everywhere into the shadows. While many kingdoms are being built, another is being rediscovered. A lost city - once thought to be only a myth - now beckons some clever minds to attempt to decode its puzzling secrets. Found within it are ancient temples and towers, fountains and crystals, all of which admit no certain explanations. No less mysterious is the underground ocean that surrounds the city, whose waters are nothing like those of the twelve great oceans that give their gifts of enchantment to those who drink of them. Even here, the eternal thirst for power brings conflict over whatever valuable resources have been buried for ages. less

In the world of magic oceans, King Xander - a deceitful tyrant who ruled the world in ages past - has returned from the grave to rule yet again. His heralds use the powers of songs, spirits and illusions to enchant the people of many nations. Once they are captured, the king tasks his new subjects with a quest to find the greatest ocean of all, whose mythical waters give every power to those who drink of them... moreIn the world of magic oceans, King Xander - a deceitful tyrant who ruled the world in ages past - has returned from the grave to rule yet again. His heralds use the powers of songs, spirits and illusions to enchant the people of many nations. Once they are captured, the king tasks his new subjects with a quest to find the greatest ocean of all, whose mythical waters give every power to those who drink of them. Vying with the king for global domination, a cult of sun worshippers has taken control of the world's financial center. They work to manipulate the economy, build an unholy temple and invoke the powers of the blazing stars against their many enemies. Believing that knowledge of hidden truths is greater than any cult or kingdom, a group of ruthless explorers seeks out and lights the remaining luminaries. Their false flames plunge the world into a deeper darkness, where a mystery is revealed that connects the fates of the stars and the seas. To defend against these threats, a crystal wall is constructed by a wealthy telepath, a brilliant architect and a devious businessman in possession of arcane secrets. Together, they keep an entire continent shielded from the rival oppressors. While the king of the land, the servants of the suns, the bringers of darkness and even legions of haunts from the spirit world all come into conflict, an enemy from a distant galaxy moves in to obtain the powers of the magic oceans for their own goals. During the havoc that ensues, a powerful symphony of enchanted music ushers in a new age. less

In the world of magic oceans, the many suns shine down upon glimmering towers of crystal, cruel oppression of laborers and endless quests for power. The brilliant architect, Fantine, skillfully sculpts the gemstones that control the constructor and then directs that wondrous machine to bend myriad rays of light, thereby assembling cities in mere minutes. Her unmatched talent and total devotion to her craft serve to enrich the already wealthy central bank with each new project they finance... moreIn the world of magic oceans, the many suns shine down upon glimmering towers of crystal, cruel oppression of laborers and endless quests for power. The brilliant architect, Fantine, skillfully sculpts the gemstones that control the constructor and then directs that wondrous machine to bend myriad rays of light, thereby assembling cities in mere minutes. Her unmatched talent and total devotion to her craft serve to enrich the already wealthy central bank with each new project they finance. Fantine's innovative work inspires admiration, envy, hope, distrust, ambition and even love, despite her unloving personality. In the poorest regions of the world, farmers and miners struggle to meet the overwhelming demands of robber barons, who tax, torture and even murder the hard working serfs. These ignoble lords do not hesitate to use and abuse magic in order to amass large fortunes, seek exotic pleasures or pursue forbidden knowledge. The worst of them all is Duke Jovan, who desires only to exact revenge against the peasants he now rules and savagely eliminate anyone he distrusts. Seeing a moment of opportunity to demonstrate their faith in the infernal powers, two rival sun worshipping cults each make preparations to give the ultimate praise to the stars. Using trickery and enchantments without remorse, they organize sacrificial rituals to honor the blazing fires above. Across the globe, under the cover of both darkness and false light, daring escapes are planned, ancient secrets are pursued and cunning warriors are trained for impending battles. Suddenly and inexplicably, ocean journeys have become more perilous as ships vanish and mysterious auroras appear, confounding travelers when they attempt to navigate the waters. These are the first signs that the most sinister adversary of all is covertly manipulating the very fabric of the land, sea and sky. less

Violence, greed and secrecy are the cultural cornerstones of the world of magic oceans. To survive and thrive, a few live by faith, some depend on money, others trust in friendship, yet most rely on their powers given by the enchanted waters. Nefarious families, rogue military commanders, greedy central bank governors, ancient entities, despotic nobles, and bloodthirsty cult leaders all attempt to manipulate the world by whatever means possible... moreViolence, greed and secrecy are the cultural cornerstones of the world of magic oceans. To survive and thrive, a few live by faith, some depend on money, others trust in friendship, yet most rely on their powers given by the enchanted waters. Nefarious families, rogue military commanders, greedy central bank governors, ancient entities, despotic nobles, and bloodthirsty cult leaders all attempt to manipulate the world by whatever means possible. Their financial fraud, covert operations, depraved rituals, morbid curiosity and undying anger cause death, poverty, chaos, sickness, fear and mistrust across land and sea. The mystical explorer—Erikkos—composes symphonies of devastating music to destroy innocent lives and steal arcane knowledge, giving him access to even more power. Other agents of evil—driven by their own heartless ambitions—build and use wicked weapons to bring ruin to body and soul of both the corrupt and the righteous. The bitter, loveless and despondent Duke Jovan dwells on his hatred for his already fallen enemies while wishing for his own death to end the sorrow which consumes him. A surprise attack from a neighboring noble, visitors with ominous dreams and alarming reports by spies all convince him to unleash his simmering rage. When Jovan leads his soldiers into battle against much larger armies, he proves just how formidable a warlord he truly is. A group of runaway peasants—led by Patrick, Ruth and Elise—traverse a countryside rife with corruption and decay. The feudal lords have stolen the best opportunities from the honest laborers, paying them paltry sums for long hours in the fields and quarries. Seduction and spiritual warfare stand between the escapees and ultimate freedom. Elise’s songs can protect them from some threats. Yet, their destination may prove to be far more dangerous than their arduous journey. All elemental powers—light and dark, time and telepathy, stone and song, logic and strength, vitality and nature, spirits and stars—each in their own way, enable the revelation of truths from ages ago. When cryptic clues are deciphered and the source of the ultimate power is discovered, unseen authorities will do anything to protect it. Fierce armies, political leaders, competing factions, brilliant architects, devoted missionaries, hidden warriors and peasant workers all gather in the volcanic wasteland known as Cinder Valley. While some hope to find peaceful prosperity and others conspire to gain unfair advantage, a tragic sequence of calculated risks and vicious deceptions leads all of them into battle for control of the greatest prize. Judith—the twelve century old-yet-young Chronicler—grows in faith and love despite watching the fabric of society collapse from sin and madness. She travels the world and witnesses sadistic schemes set into motion by coldblooded killers. These horrific acts give rise to perils beyond anyone's expectations, transforming the environment into the most devastating enemy. less