The Tiger's Fight
A tarnished legacy. A dangerous mission. An epic destiny…
At long last, the seventh installment of the award-winning Chronicles of an Imperial Legionary Officer series is here!
Ben Stiger, legate of the lost Thirteenth Legion, a nobleman from an infamous family, and born fighter, has defeated the enemy army before Lorium and raised the siege of the city. Having been named emperor, Stiger has traveled to Mal’Zeel and claimed his throne by force, spilling blood in the process and removing those who would steal his right to the Curule Chair.
Stiger is now unquestionably the emperor, the last man standing. Or is he?
Hundreds of miles away, the Cyphan Confederacy’s armies are marching along the coast, moving inexorably toward the capital, leaving a swath of destruction in their wake. Stiger’s army marching up from the south is still weeks away. The newly formed imperial army under the command of General Mechlehnus has marched to strike at the enemy. Mechlehnus has yet to acknowledge Stiger as emperor and may even seek the throne for himself. But that is the least of Stiger’s problems.
The empire is broke. The High Priest has fled with the treasury and Stiger has no idea where the man went. Before his god, the church must confirm and anoint him emperor. But there is no High Priest! In fear for their lives, the senate has left the capital as well, for they backed the usurper Leers, a man Stiger had killed. The dwarven wizard Ogg and the noctalum Menos are missing. Stiger must find them. He needs their help in the struggle to come. Without them, he has no hope of winning. Worse, the Castol have marched south, invading the empire, and sensing weakness, the tribes to the west have assembled and are preparing to attack. Even now, they have an entire legion besieged. He must find a way to break the siege, for the empire needs every sword in the fight to come.
Stiger has finally accepted the mantle of Champion for his god, the High Father. He has come to accept being made emperor, a job he never wanted, and being seen by his men as gods blessed. But has he truly been blessed? Or has Stiger been cursed to a terrible destiny?
The empire is surrounded by enemies, all vying for blood. The situation seems hopeless, but Stiger is not one to give up, not ever. The fight ahead is his fight…the Tiger’s Fight.
The final battle to save the empire and the world has begun!
The series
In The Stiger Chronicles, the boundaries between ancient military strategy and high fantasy are blurred in a world where valor, betrayal, and magic collide. At the heart of this gripping series is Captain Ben Stiger, a man with a turbulent past who finds himself commanding the 85th Imperial Foot, an outcast company of soldiers often dismissed as a liability. But beneath Stiger’s rigid discipline lies a leader with a complex moral compass, tasked with leading his men through some of the most dangerous missions the empire has ever faced.
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The series begins with Stiger’s Tigers, where Stiger and his diverse band of warriors must navigate not only the brutal realities of battle but the intricate webs of politics and honor that define the empire. As their journey unfolds, the scope of their challenges grows ever larger. From rebellions to ancient prophecies and magic that defies reason, each book peels back another layer of the world and its mysteries.
What truly sets The Stiger Chronicles apart is its meticulous world-building and deep character development. The empire, heavily inspired by ancient Rome, feels both grounded and expansive, offering a rich tapestry of cultures, legions, and rivalries that drive the plot. Edelheit’s skillful blend of historical realism and fantastical elements provides a sense of authenticity in a world where warriors wield swords as easily as they manipulate magic.
Character arcs are at the core of this series, with Stiger’s evolution from a disgraced officer to a respected leader unfolding against a backdrop of ever-escalating stakes. His companions—each with their own hidden stories and motivations—offer unique perspectives on loyalty, honor, and survival. Readers will find themselves drawn to the emotional depths of these characters as they struggle with internal conflicts just as intense as the external ones.
Whether you’re a fan of military fantasy, intricate political intrigue, or fast-paced adventure, The Stiger Chronicles delivers an epic tale that keeps you hooked from the first page. With each book, the stakes grow higher, the battles more intense, and the personal journeys more compelling. Dive into a world where honor, leadership, and magic are tested in the crucible of war—and discover why this series has earned its place as a standout in the genre.
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