In Valdemar, every hero has a journey—and some of the most powerful ones begin off the beaten path.
Passages, the fourteenth anthology set in Mercedes Lackey’s beloved fantasy world, features a brand-new story by Lackey herself alongside original tales from both debut and established authors. From daring initiations to hard-won transitions, each story explores a different kind of turning point for the kingdom’s Heralds, Bards, Healers, and Companions.
Whether it’s the moment a Gift awakens, a Companion arrives, or a duty must be chosen, these stories showcase the pivotal steps that define a life of service, sacrifice, and magic.
In Valdemar, change isn’t just inevitable—it’s where courage begins. And every passage taken leads toward legacy.
