Midnight on the Street of Knives

Xagor, a skilled assassin, finds himself caught in a web of intrigue as he embarks on a seemingly mundane mission for his enigmatic haemonculus master. Tasked with delivering an unassuming package, Xagor soon discovers that nothing in the shadowy underbelly of the city is ever truly simple. Every step he takes leads him deeper into a dangerous world filled with betrayal, dark magic, and lurking threats.

As he navigates midnight streets awash with secrets and peril, Xagor’s ability to unravel the truth is put to the test. Complications arise when unexpected figures from his past resurface, each with their own intentions and reasons for crossing his path. In a place where knives glint with treachery and loyalty is a rare commodity, he must learn to trust his instincts or risk losing everything.

Beneath the surface of his elaborate mission lies a tapestry of connections and a hidden agenda that could change the fate of those around him. Caught between the demands of his master and his own burgeoning sense of agency, Xagor faces challenges that will force him to confront his identity and the morality of his choices.

As tensions mount and alliances shift like shadows, Xagor must confront not only his adversaries but also the demons of his past. The stakes rise in a world where life is cheap, and the dark art of deception reigns supreme. In an atmosphere thick with danger, survival becomes the only objective, and the night is long and fraught with uncertainty.