Born to the Blade
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Born to the Blade

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Two young bladecrafters, eager to serve their respective countries, vie for power and survival in a treacherous floating world on the brink of war.
Oda no Michiko and Kris Denn have youth, talent, and ambition, but as for glory? Not quite yet. However, when a rebellion leader known as the Golden Lord is beheaded, these warriors-in-training will do everything possible to ensure that riots don’t lead to more bloodshed. To save the nations of the sky, they will partake in dangerous political schemes, cling to fragile alliances, and own their destiny.

Voiced by Xe Sands. Created by Michael R. Underwood. Written by Michael R. Underwood, Malka Older, Cassandra Khaw, and Marie Brennan. Executive Produced by Julian Yap and Sarah Mollo-Christensen. Audio Edited by Amanda Rose Smith. Sound Designed by Amanda Rose Smith. Musical Theme by Amanda Rose Smith. Art by Jared Blando.

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1. Arrivals

Two young bladecrafters get a brutal introduction to politics.

Nov 19, 20211h 9m
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2. Fault Lines

The board is set for a deadly game.

Nov 26, 202158m
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3. Baby Shower

Keep your friends close and . . . invite your enemies to a party?

Dec 3, 20211h 8m
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4. The Gauntlet

Kris steps into the dueling circle.

Dec 10, 20211h 11m
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5. Trade Deal

The warders tally the cost of victory.

Dec 17, 202153m
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6. Spiraling

Defeat is snatched from the jaws of victory.

Dec 24, 20211h 1m
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7. Dreadnought

Twaa-Fei descends into suspicion and fear.

Dec 31, 20211h 10m
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8. Refugees

The winds of war blow, but the nations of the sky wait.

Jan 7, 20221h 2m
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9. Assassination

A declaration and a revelation on Twaa-Fei.

Jan 14, 202254m
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10. Shattered Blades

War across the entire sky.

Jan 21, 20221h 2m
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11. All the Nations of the Sky

The only way out is forward.

Jan 28, 20221h 11m
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