The First Forge Knight

A blacksmith reclaims his legendary sword to protect his wife from dark sorcerers.

Arden has spent three years living quietly at the forge beside his wife in the Middle Lands. Their peace shatters when Shadow Warlocks invade the region and corner his spouse, forcing him to retrieve Silence, the blade he concealed beneath the floorboards. Drawing the weapon confirms his identity as the First Forge Knight, a figure of legend. As conflict spreads across the realm, the former warrior stands at the center of a war he tried to leave behind.

• fantasy
• high fantasy
• action

1. Arden hid his sword Silence for three years
2. Shadow Warlocks target Arden's wife
3. Arden is the First Forge Knight

Fans of hidden-identity fantasy with high-stakes action and a married protagonist will appreciate this premise.