Imperium

FINGERING MY BONE necklace, I used the spell which in the Latin tongue is called Imperium, but is known as Sway by the Mouldheel clan, who always like to do things differently. It is partly an exertion of the will, and it is important to pitch the command with a certain inflection of the voice. But if it is done properly, others will obey instantly.

There was fear and chaos all around me, and that helped. My voice cut through the uncertainty and I directed it at those nearest to me: three archers, two soldiers, and Thorne.



‘Follow me!’ I commanded, pitching my voice perfectly.

They turned as one and locked eyes with me. Only Thorne showed resistance, but she would obey without the magic. The others were alert, responsive and utterly compliant.

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