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The archives have opened.

You can now read new lore on the website covering the Church of Orion… its beliefs, sacraments, hierarchy, and the vows of the Hussar Order… alongside expanded pages for the Holy Northern Duchies, including their politics, culture, and the rival houses that keep them sharp.

If you want a clearer picture of what Naissus is (and what it fears), this is the best place to start.

Go explore the new sections now… and keep your eye on the road. The Light is never free.

It’s been deeply rewarding for me as a writer to flesh out the duchies… and the Church, which is so central to the stories. Exploring this world in greater depth has given me a surge of inspiration and a whole slate of new ideas for future books.

But don’t worry: my full focus remains on finishing the sixth and final installment of Pawel’s legend.

Until next time / Markus Vasily Vikander

The Duchy of Eastgate now has its own lore page—ready to explore.

Eastgate is Naissus’ hard eastern coast: a land of relentless winds, fertile fields, and harbors that never truly sleep. It is also one of the most religiously shaped regions in the realm—where the Church’s influence is woven into everyday life, where cathedrals and abbeys rise like landmarks of power, and where old fears still cast long shadows.

On the page you’ll find:

• A rich overview of Eastgate’s origin and identity
• The capital Jarosgrad and its place as both port-city and holy seat
• The duchy’s three regions: Wind Hills, Hinterlands, and Southlands
• Key cities and the baronial houses that rule them—each with their own history, duties, and reputation

If you’re following the Naissus saga, this is one of the most important pieces of the map to know—because Eastgate is more than a borderland.

It’s a gate.

And gates are never neutral.

It’s official — we’re starting a fantasy podcast!

Welcome to The Naissus Podcast, where we react, discuss, and geek out over fantasy worlds, characters, and stories — from new episodes to big theories and everything in between.

Episode 1 is live now, and we’re kicking things off with our thoughts on HBO’s A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms (Episode 1).

Hosted by Markus Vasily Vikander & Emanuel Turesson

Drop in and tell us what you think: 

After Christmas and New Year, the release of the next installment in the Naissus series is drawing near. We in the team are proud and excited to announce the next chapter in the Naissus saga: Threads in the Twilight: A Naissus Legend V.

As the author, together with our editor Morgan Wyn-Jones, I am very pleased with the result, and we hope you will be just as satisfied as we move closer to the conclusion of this series.

But fear not! One climactic final installment still remains after this book, and this summer we will also see the release of the first novel in the main series: The Knight and the Queen.

As we move closer to the release of; A Naissus Legend 5, two new lore entries have been added to the archive—spotlighting House Hardrade of Narva and House Ztratt of Duskhaven.

House Hardrade — Lords of Narva

Born of salt and storm, the Varangers of Narva are a people whose history lives in spoken saga, not ink. Their dukes rule from a hall named for weather and war, and even in peacetime the island feels like it is bracing for impact.

In the new entry, you’ll read how the first Hardrade was raised to power by Orion himself—and how the current duke, Hrafn Hardrade, became both a weapon against the Nazhirites… and a liability no court dares to fully embrace.

House Ztratt — Dukes of Duskhaven

House Ztratt did not begin as a Great House. They clawed their way into that rank through legend, steel, and the refusal to bend. From the ancient tale of the Sword of the Dusk to the founding of Duskhaven as a sanctuary at the edge of darkness, their history is bound to the southern line—where Naissus holds back what should not be allowed to pass.

And at the heart of it stands Duke Waldemar Ztratt, the Old Fox—respected across the realm, feared by his enemies, and backed by alliances strong enough to make even proud lords think twice.

Both houses sit on the borders of comfort—one facing the Emerald sea, the other facing the long dusk—and both remind Naissus of the same truth: the realm survives because some families are willing to stand where others won’t.

The new lore entries are live now. Dive in… and keep an eye on the horizon.

Christmas and New Year are an intense period for me for several reasons. As an autistic person, I have a somewhat limited social battery, so a time filled with many social demands in a short span is, to say the least, draining. To add another challenge, I also happen to be born on January 2nd!

Now that I’ve more or less begun to recover… and with Swedish holidays behind me for a couple of months… it’s time to return to the work of bringing the world of Naissus to you who appreciate it as much as I do, and perhaps even more (for which I am incredibly grateful).

So, what’s in the pipeline for 2026?

During January and February, the final parts of Pawel’s short novella collection will be released. At this very moment, Morgan Wyn Jones is editing Part Five, and before long you can expect both the title and cover reveal. We plan to release the novella toward the end of January.

In the summer of 2026, you can expect the first installment of the main series. Unlike the short novellas, this is a full-length Epic Fantasy novel, of the scope and size expected from the genre. I have been working on this novel for just over three years, and it is nearly complete. We are currently polishing the fourth draft, and we truly believe we will be proud of the final result.

In addition to this, the website will be updated with more lore for the fantasy enthusiasts. At present, you can already read a summary of Naissus’s history, as well as information about some of the great families that shaped its political landscape and play central roles in the greater saga.

Over the course of the year, we will also release information about the history and structure of each duchy. You can also look forward to detailed maps of every duchy. Thanks to your support, I’ve been able to invest in these maps… once again, my sincere thanks to you, dear readers.

Furthermore, we will be adding information about both the Church and the structure and history of the Hussar Order.

These are my and Morgan’s goals for 2026.

Finally, I want to thank you all for your support… for the books you’ve purchased and for the thoughts you’ve shared about the works on Goodreads, through direct emails to us, and on Amazon. It truly warms my heart. It has been my dream for many years to bring this fantasy world to life. I could never have imagined that my books would receive this kind of response at all… especially not so quickly.

So, in Orion’s sacred name, I wish you all a truly Happy New Year. May his light guide you through the darkness.

In Naissus, the anniversary of the River’s Peace marks the beginning of the new year. It is a time to remember the sacrifices made to secure the Promised Land of Naissus, to wish one another good fortune for the coming year, and to seek Orion’s guidance for what lies ahead. In keeping with this tradition, I encourage you all to remember the trials of your ancestors, to thank your parents for the life they have given you. Life is not always perfect, but there is always a light at the end of the tunnel. One step at a time is all it takes to reach it.

We will meet again in the light.

We are excited to announce that Book 4 in the A Naissus Legend series, The Weight of the Sword, is now officially available on Amazon!

In this new installment, the epic journey continues as destinies tighten, alliances shift, and the shadow of war grows heavier than ever. Fans of the series can expect even deeper character struggles and high-stakes conflict.

Whether you’ve followed the saga from the beginning or are just joining the adventure, The Weight of the Sword delivers a gripping continuation of Pawels tale.

Hello everyone!

After many recommendations from readers and friends, I’ve finally decided to give Patreon a try.

I’m stepping into this space with excitement (and a little nervousness!), but my hope is that it becomes a place where I can share more of my journey with you.

To start, I’ll be posting updates on my writing progress: behind-the-scenes thoughts, blog-style reflections on the creative process, and insights into how the world of Naissus grows one page at a time.

I’m also completely open to suggestions about what you would like to see here. Your feedback will shape this space as much as my pen does.

At the end of September, I published my first book, The Cursed Child – A Naissus Legend, and I still struggle to put into words how grateful I am for the response it (and the following books) have received. Seeing readers connect with my work, and discovering how many of you share my passion for Naissus, motivates me to push even harder.

This truly feels like the beginning of an incredible journey, and you are the ones making it possible.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you.

— Markus Vasily Vikander