Magician Apprentice #1

In a tale of sudden peril and hidden potential, Meecham rescues Pug from a deadly boar attack and brings him to the tower of Master Kulgan, where a spark of magic is unexpectedly revealed in the young apprentice.

In "null," young Pug begins his apprenticeship under the stern Master Kulgan, struggling to master the arcane arts while grappling with the harsh realities of his new life. When frustration boils over, Pug lashes out at a bully—only to learn the hard way that magic isn’t the only power that matters.

In a tale of magic and mystery from *Magician Apprentice* #1, Pug steps in to save the Duke’s daughter, Carline, from a troll attack—using magic he barely understands. Weeks later, while exploring a strange, forgotten boat, Pug uncovers a cryptic scroll that hints at powers far beyond his current grasp.

In "null," Father Tully ventures into the fractured mind of a dying prisoner, uncovering a shocking truth: the man is an alien from a distant, war-forged world. Meanwhile, Master Kulgan's study of an ancient scroll nearly drags him into a hidden magical rift—only for Pug’s quick instincts to save him, raising urgent questions about what the scroll truly holds.

In "null," the elven Lady Aglaranna and Prince Calin arrive at the castle to investigate rumors of a Tsurani ship, setting the stage for uneasy alliances and deepening mysteries. Prince Calin shares a thoughtful conversation with Pug in the magician's library, probing the nature of magic, while the Duke prepares to send word to Krondor—leading to a journey that will take both Pug and Tomas into the unknown.

In "null," Pug arrives to meet Carline only to find Roland waiting instead—leading to a tense confrontation over her affections. When Pug confesses he doesn’t truly love her, the two men put aside their rivalry and forge a bond over shared ale and quiet understanding. As the party for Krondor departs the castle, the trio’s friendship takes root in the quiet moments between sword and sorcery.