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Legend of the Arch Magus #15
Before the Finale
VOLUME 15 OF THE LEGEND OF THE ARCH MAGUS
An Arch Magus dies, only to find himself in the body of a young man in a medieval kingdom. He finds out that he is the second son of a duke, exiled to a desolate town by his own family. Shackled by the notorious reputation of his new shell, he tries his best to develop his domain, implementing new policies and innovations that lead his subjects to prosperity. In this world where magic is undeveloped, he shall once again pave a new path.
An Arch Magus dies, only to find himself in the body of a young man in a medieval kingdom. He finds out that he is the second son of a duke, exiled to a desolate town by his own family. Shackled by the notorious reputation of his new shell, he tries his best to develop his domain, implementing new policies and innovations that lead his subjects to prosperity. In this world where magic is undeveloped, he shall once again pave a new path.
- GenresFantasy
530 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 17, 2025
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December 12, 2025
Sorry, love the series but this is filler.
This series is always intriguing to me. Honestly, it is rough around the edges, a bit clunky and frankly, no offense, amateurish. On the other hand, there’s aspects of it that rise above the tropes of the genre. So, all in all, I always enjoy these books with characters I like and a satisfying building element. That said, this is filler. There’s no real story arc here, just maintenance for the next book, the last in the series. There’s barely any fighting. I don’t understand why the author feels the last book needs to be a certain length? Why not just write a long final book? I guess there’s money to be considered, and I understand that. But it’s gonna cost you a star.
As I said, this book is a bit rough around the edges, clunky with thorny dialogue, but I chock that up to not being professionally edited. Yet, I really like the main character. I like his backstory. And I really like the way he operates.
It’s not just the builder element of this character, and the story in general, it’s the way the MC rises above the tropes of this genre despite himself being a reborn, overpowered mage and thus a trope. Take the conversations with the various powers that MC has with various leaders on his diplomatic tour. He states what he wants, he listens, and he doesn’t force the issue. He notes things about the states of the nations he visits, and the character of their leaders, but he doesn’t openly judge them or comment on them.
This is because Lark isn’t your average always-right, righteous pursuer and enforcer of justice like most MCs in this genre. He doesn’t want power. He doesn’t want to make the world adopt his views. He just knows there’s a threat, and is doing his best to prepare everyone for it. He does this by holding his tongue, and taking the middle ground, the path of least resistance to achieve that goal, to face the threat and win. I love that.
I also found his conversations with the new Princess character startling deep for this genre, really getting into the reality beneath the superficial ideologies of governing. Pretty cool.
Honestly, these interactions probably saved me from rating this three stars as the clunkiness is on another level in this book, and the lack of a story arc, fighting and payoffs is a little too off the trail of the tropes of this genre for me to see this as anything but filler. A decision based on money, and I can prove it because this books ends randomly.
I hope the end of this series is worth the wait. And I bet it will be.
This series is always intriguing to me. Honestly, it is rough around the edges, a bit clunky and frankly, no offense, amateurish. On the other hand, there’s aspects of it that rise above the tropes of the genre. So, all in all, I always enjoy these books with characters I like and a satisfying building element. That said, this is filler. There’s no real story arc here, just maintenance for the next book, the last in the series. There’s barely any fighting. I don’t understand why the author feels the last book needs to be a certain length? Why not just write a long final book? I guess there’s money to be considered, and I understand that. But it’s gonna cost you a star.
As I said, this book is a bit rough around the edges, clunky with thorny dialogue, but I chock that up to not being professionally edited. Yet, I really like the main character. I like his backstory. And I really like the way he operates.
It’s not just the builder element of this character, and the story in general, it’s the way the MC rises above the tropes of this genre despite himself being a reborn, overpowered mage and thus a trope. Take the conversations with the various powers that MC has with various leaders on his diplomatic tour. He states what he wants, he listens, and he doesn’t force the issue. He notes things about the states of the nations he visits, and the character of their leaders, but he doesn’t openly judge them or comment on them.
This is because Lark isn’t your average always-right, righteous pursuer and enforcer of justice like most MCs in this genre. He doesn’t want power. He doesn’t want to make the world adopt his views. He just knows there’s a threat, and is doing his best to prepare everyone for it. He does this by holding his tongue, and taking the middle ground, the path of least resistance to achieve that goal, to face the threat and win. I love that.
I also found his conversations with the new Princess character startling deep for this genre, really getting into the reality beneath the superficial ideologies of governing. Pretty cool.
Honestly, these interactions probably saved me from rating this three stars as the clunkiness is on another level in this book, and the lack of a story arc, fighting and payoffs is a little too off the trail of the tropes of this genre for me to see this as anything but filler. A decision based on money, and I can prove it because this books ends randomly.
I hope the end of this series is worth the wait. And I bet it will be.
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December 11, 2025Well, this was a disappointment. Aimless, repetitive, and redundant, I gave this about 100 pages before throwing in the towel. I only picked this up because the afterword of the previous volume said this would be the last entry in the series, but the author decided to publish all this side-story fluff instead of bringing things to a close.
As much as it's a shame to go so far into a series and not finish it, I don't owe anyone anything. For me, this has turned into a sunk cost problem and I'm confident now that I won't have a good time with the remainder of the series.
Best of luck to everyone who keeps trucking on, but this is my stop.
As much as it's a shame to go so far into a series and not finish it, I don't owe anyone anything. For me, this has turned into a sunk cost problem and I'm confident now that I won't have a good time with the remainder of the series.
Best of luck to everyone who keeps trucking on, but this is my stop.
December 2, 2025
My favorite book so far, but odd story choices
Very fun but odd story choices
Why not chase down the bloodstone? He wasted 2 days in Thorneforge but couldn’t chase down the bloodstone fragments which could be worth decades of kingdom expenses?
Why not relocate the arachnids since the eggs are useful for healing?
Why not chase down the mysterious group and artifacts after pretending to be the leader?
Why not revisit the dukedom?
Why not scout the demon realm?
Why not carry a communication device?
What’s happening with the elves?
How are we just finding out now about gryphons and dragons in the demon realm?
I think there’s a lot of plot points that could honestly be fleshed out in another few books.
Very fun but odd story choices
Why not chase down the bloodstone? He wasted 2 days in Thorneforge but couldn’t chase down the bloodstone fragments which could be worth decades of kingdom expenses?
Why not relocate the arachnids since the eggs are useful for healing?
Why not chase down the mysterious group and artifacts after pretending to be the leader?
Why not revisit the dukedom?
Why not scout the demon realm?
Why not carry a communication device?
What’s happening with the elves?
How are we just finding out now about gryphons and dragons in the demon realm?
I think there’s a lot of plot points that could honestly be fleshed out in another few books.
December 8, 2025
Feels rushed. Worried for the series finale.
This book flows well, but by the end it feels like there won't be enough time for the author to properly resolve everything in just one more book unless it's planned to be bigger then any of the largest novels of all time.. there are so many characters that haven't had a chance to really shine yet in these last few novels. And it took so long to get this one id forgotten the storyline so far completely. If they next book takes even longer to make sure it covers everything it needs to I worry for this series as a whole.
This book flows well, but by the end it feels like there won't be enough time for the author to properly resolve everything in just one more book unless it's planned to be bigger then any of the largest novels of all time.. there are so many characters that haven't had a chance to really shine yet in these last few novels. And it took so long to get this one id forgotten the storyline so far completely. If they next book takes even longer to make sure it covers everything it needs to I worry for this series as a whole.
December 13, 2025
I thought the last book was supposed to come out next year. So I was pleasantly surprised when this book came out earlier than expected. But for the most part this book was boring. Not much action. Long winded philosophical discussions. No closure to any of the story lines. As a matter of fact the addition of several new story lines. The next book is going to have to be about 700 pages long just to tie all these lines up. Good luck. I don’t know if I’m going even try.
December 5, 2025
The End Looms on the Horizon
Things are wrapping up. The final battle looms ever closer. Preparations are underway.
I look forward to the conclusion. I wonder what direction the author will choose for the ending.
I have very much enjoyed this series and am glad to see the author persevered until the end.
Cheers to our time with Lark Marcus.
Things are wrapping up. The final battle looms ever closer. Preparations are underway.
I look forward to the conclusion. I wonder what direction the author will choose for the ending.
I have very much enjoyed this series and am glad to see the author persevered until the end.
Cheers to our time with Lark Marcus.
December 17, 2025
Substance
The possible relationship feels hamfisted but I guess since it’s been alluding to a harem it’s fine to some not most. Feels like a lot of plot lines introduced throughout the series as a whole haven’t been nipped in the bud yet. Granted, they all don’t have to be but there feels like there is too many or not enough closure.
The possible relationship feels hamfisted but I guess since it’s been alluding to a harem it’s fine to some not most. Feels like a lot of plot lines introduced throughout the series as a whole haven’t been nipped in the bud yet. Granted, they all don’t have to be but there feels like there is too many or not enough closure.
November 22, 2025
Best Series in a Long While
This is one of the best series I have read in a long while. I look forward to every release with bated breath wondering what other shenanigans the characters will get up to. Truly a fun read, keep up the good work Mr. Sisa!
This is one of the best series I have read in a long while. I look forward to every release with bated breath wondering what other shenanigans the characters will get up to. Truly a fun read, keep up the good work Mr. Sisa!
November 22, 2025
Awesome Book
This is one of my favorite series right now and this book was absolutely great. Aside from some minor spelling errors, it was a joy to read. Easy to read and very intriguing. Can’t wait for the next installment and hopefully it won’t be the last!!!
This is one of my favorite series right now and this book was absolutely great. Aside from some minor spelling errors, it was a joy to read. Easy to read and very intriguing. Can’t wait for the next installment and hopefully it won’t be the last!!!
November 24, 2025
Good story
I still enjoy the MC and the cast of characters. The editing is really good. I did have a lot of stoppages using the Kindle reader, 30+ times. I look forward to the next book.
I still enjoy the MC and the cast of characters. The editing is really good. I did have a lot of stoppages using the Kindle reader, 30+ times. I look forward to the next book.
November 26, 2025
Still a good read
Write is not the best book I've read its still a book that i enjoy reading when they get released. I'll be said to see this story end but have enjoyed the journey so far. How you release more books and you continue to improve your writing.
Write is not the best book I've read its still a book that i enjoy reading when they get released. I'll be said to see this story end but have enjoyed the journey so far. How you release more books and you continue to improve your writing.
December 3, 2025
just keeps getting better
It is truly a joy finding a series that keeps getting better and better with every book. I thoroughly recommend giving the series a try. It is quite an enjoyable read.
It is truly a joy finding a series that keeps getting better and better with every book. I thoroughly recommend giving the series a try. It is quite an enjoyable read.
November 18, 2025
Wonderfully written
Michael Sisa is an excellent writer definitely a must read series. I look forward to reading the books he writes in the future.
Michael Sisa is an excellent writer definitely a must read series. I look forward to reading the books he writes in the future.
November 18, 2025
Wanting more
I know the story is slowly coming to close, but everything is just so good… the new additions and paths laid out. Just hooking you right back in wanting more…
I know the story is slowly coming to close, but everything is just so good… the new additions and paths laid out. Just hooking you right back in wanting more…
November 20, 2025
Great! Awaiting The Next Book
As always, I enjoyed Mr. Sisa rendition of the reborn mage If you're looking for a reincarnated mage story, I believe this would be a great read.
As always, I enjoyed Mr. Sisa rendition of the reborn mage If you're looking for a reincarnated mage story, I believe this would be a great read.
November 22, 2025
Great series
Love the series very creative very engaging, would recommend it to others. Definitely a worthwhile read. Creative while sticking to the genre well.
Love the series very creative very engaging, would recommend it to others. Definitely a worthwhile read. Creative while sticking to the genre well.
November 24, 2025
Good read
I love the world building and how certain things are being wrapped up while introducing some of the other regions. So happy that we get 1 more after this!
I love the world building and how certain things are being wrapped up while introducing some of the other regions. So happy that we get 1 more after this!
November 25, 2025
Great story, not so great delivery... 1st person stuff sounds like someone transcribed a comic book which is a real shame.
November 26, 2025
Great Stuff
This story of a old demon hunter archmage getting a body of a young noble and rebuilding his power and resuming his old quest was a fascinating fantastic read.
This story of a old demon hunter archmage getting a body of a young noble and rebuilding his power and resuming his old quest was a fascinating fantastic read.
November 29, 2025
Great
I love reading this book series. Always impatiently waiting for the next one to release. Easy flow with memorable characters.
I love reading this book series. Always impatiently waiting for the next one to release. Easy flow with memorable characters.
November 30, 2025
Fanfreakingtastic!
What an amazing book! I absolutely loved this book and such wonderful! I can not wait for the next book to come out!
What an amazing book! I absolutely loved this book and such wonderful! I can not wait for the next book to come out!
December 8, 2025
really enjoyed this one
I could not put down this book , I was so riveting I had to be forced to put it done if you do ready you will definitely enjoy
I could not put down this book , I was so riveting I had to be forced to put it done if you do ready you will definitely enjoy
December 9, 2025
Awesome
This series has been one of my personal favorites. To be honest I'd be content if it never ends. Thank you for these enjoyable books!
This series has been one of my personal favorites. To be honest I'd be content if it never ends. Thank you for these enjoyable books!
December 21, 2025
Books
I have read all books so far . I will Keep reading your books . I like the story and hope you keep writing.
I have read all books so far . I will Keep reading your books . I like the story and hope you keep writing.
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