Knife Sworn

In The Emperor's Knife, Mazarkis Williams immerses listeners in the vibrant and perilous world of the Cerani Empire, where newly-crowned Emperor Sarmin grapples with a tumultuous reign steeped in political ambition and dangerous magic. As he navigates the complexities of loyalty and love, torn between two women who embody starkly different worlds, Sarmin must also contend with the insidious influences of an alien religion and war-hungry generals. Amidst these challenges, his unique powers as a mage and the presence of bodiless spirits complicate his struggle for sanity, ultimately leading him to seek a new protector—the fabled Emperor's Knife—to safeguard both his life and the empire.