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Rise of the Living Forge #6
Rise of the Living Forge 6: A LitRPG Adventure
The Proving Grounds have ended.
Against all odds, the Menagerie have somehow managed to claim both second place and the undivided attention of the strongest guilds in the Kingdom of Lian. More people than ever before are knocking on the doors of the Infernal Armory in hopes of getting Arwin’s attention.
Unfortunately, attention like that never comes without drawbacks. There are always those who see power as a threat, and the Guild are far from the Menagerie’s only enemies.
But the Menagerie didn’t claim second in the Proving Grounds for no reason… and they didn’t even play the strongest cards in their hand yet.
With Arwin’s new, unheard-of Soul Guardian armor nearly complete, he and the Menagerie are prepared to take on anyone that stands in their way. But the rot in the heart of the Kingdom is deeper than any of them realize.
Caught between dangerous new allies and an ever-growing roster of foes, Arwin is going to have to figure out just how much he’s willing to sacrifice to protect those he cares about.
Book 6 in this epic LitRPG Saga from Actus, bestselling author of Return of the Runebound Professor. With nearly 7-million views on Royal Road, this definitive edition is perfect for fans of Seth Ring, Jonathan Brooks, Michael Chatfield and lovers of all things Progression Fantasy and Crafting.
About the Series: Features a healthy mix of crafting and combat, a strong-to-stronger MC, power progression, a detailed magic system, item enchantment, smithing, unforgettable characters, and much more!
Against all odds, the Menagerie have somehow managed to claim both second place and the undivided attention of the strongest guilds in the Kingdom of Lian. More people than ever before are knocking on the doors of the Infernal Armory in hopes of getting Arwin’s attention.
Unfortunately, attention like that never comes without drawbacks. There are always those who see power as a threat, and the Guild are far from the Menagerie’s only enemies.
But the Menagerie didn’t claim second in the Proving Grounds for no reason… and they didn’t even play the strongest cards in their hand yet.
With Arwin’s new, unheard-of Soul Guardian armor nearly complete, he and the Menagerie are prepared to take on anyone that stands in their way. But the rot in the heart of the Kingdom is deeper than any of them realize.
Caught between dangerous new allies and an ever-growing roster of foes, Arwin is going to have to figure out just how much he’s willing to sacrifice to protect those he cares about.
Book 6 in this epic LitRPG Saga from Actus, bestselling author of Return of the Runebound Professor. With nearly 7-million views on Royal Road, this definitive edition is perfect for fans of Seth Ring, Jonathan Brooks, Michael Chatfield and lovers of all things Progression Fantasy and Crafting.
About the Series: Features a healthy mix of crafting and combat, a strong-to-stronger MC, power progression, a detailed magic system, item enchantment, smithing, unforgettable characters, and much more!
712 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 5, 2026
About the author
Actus
61 books260 followersActus has been writing fantasy stories since the age of twelve, and he's been telling them since he could talk. He's currently working on three main series - Morcster Chef, Steamforged Sorcery, and My Best Friend is an Eldritch Horror. You can find his works on RoyalRoad & Patreon as well as on Amazon.
In addition to his passion for writing, Actus is capable of clearing a two story building with a single jump. That isn't true, but writing about himself in third person gives Actus delusions of grandeur.
In addition to his passion for writing, Actus is capable of clearing a two story building with a single jump. That isn't true, but writing about himself in third person gives Actus delusions of grandeur.
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August 9, 2026
So freakintastic! Need a new ❤ just ask Ifrit!
Wowza! Best! Book! Evarrr! I ❤ Actus he's golden! I love, Love, LOVE Ifrit and the gang the Menagerie. So much happens! Between Fighting, Smithing, Cooking oh man the food! Every one is busy, busy! And Sunsetting! You'll figure that out when you read the book. There's just nothing like Sunsetting your class!!! And now there's meal delivery. Yeah the Devil's Den is offering Adventure teams food service while they're doing a dungeon dive for a mere 50 gold with a thirty minute guarantee! Soooooooo much fun! And like I said Best book evarrr!
Yeah grab the book and get an order to go. And enjoy your adventure...
Here's a quote:
"Short guy. Blonde hair. Bit fat, shaped like a pear. Face like that of a pig and a bulldog had a baby."
Wowza! Best! Book! Evarrr! I ❤ Actus he's golden! I love, Love, LOVE Ifrit and the gang the Menagerie. So much happens! Between Fighting, Smithing, Cooking oh man the food! Every one is busy, busy! And Sunsetting! You'll figure that out when you read the book. There's just nothing like Sunsetting your class!!! And now there's meal delivery. Yeah the Devil's Den is offering Adventure teams food service while they're doing a dungeon dive for a mere 50 gold with a thirty minute guarantee! Soooooooo much fun! And like I said Best book evarrr!
Yeah grab the book and get an order to go. And enjoy your adventure...
Here's a quote:
"Short guy. Blonde hair. Bit fat, shaped like a pear. Face like that of a pig and a bulldog had a baby."
Displaying 1 of 1 review