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Lady February

Year of the Sword #2 / 4
by Dakota Krout
Lady February (Year of the Sword #2) by Dakota Krout
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Growth is pain. Opportunities are challenges. February is filled with Opportunities for Growth.

A Lord according to the system, Grant Monday has arrived in February. This place is the absolute opposite of January, and his largest challenge isn’t hostile Wielders. Instead, the new Lord needs to face culture shock; contending with strange foods, stringent training, and a stomach-churning subrace of humans known as 'Joggers'.

Grant chose the wrong time to try to take on the world: every single citizen of February is a powerful body cultivator, and this year there has been a huge shift in the power dynamics of the District. Not only is everyone fervently training, they all have the same end goal as Grant. Only the finalists of the Body-focused tournament get the chance to go head-to-head with Lady February, and Grant is a decade behind.

People are doing anything they can to get an edge. Grant is happy to introduce them to his blade.

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Release date: February 16, 2022

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Dakota Krout

Dakota Krout

Dakota Krout is a storyteller whose name has become synonymous with inventive world-building and immersive, action-packed narratives. Known for his captivating blend of LitRPG and fantasy, Krout has carved out a unique space in the genre by weaving stories that feel as exhilarating as they are thoughtful. With a knack for crafting characters who grow through their trials and quests, he draws readers into worlds where the stakes are high, and every choice could mean the difference between life and death.

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Born with a love for gaming and a deep fascination with speculative fiction, Krout’s storytelling journey began as a way to combine his two passions. His books take inspiration from the structure of video games, particularly those within the RPG genre, but go beyond mere game mechanics—they delve into the human element of choice, consequence, and growth. Whether it’s through the perspective of a reluctant hero or a skilled but flawed protagonist, Krout’s characters live and breathe the worlds they inhabit, facing challenges that resonate with readers in a deeply personal way.

His breakout Dungeon Born series was a game-changer in the LitRPG space, offering an innovative take on the genre by introducing a protagonist who is not a human, but a dungeon core—a unique twist that captivated fans and marked Krout as a pioneer in combining the thrills of video games with rich, narrative-driven fiction. The series has garnered a dedicated following for its fast-paced action, smart dialogue, and complex moral dilemmas.

As Krout continues to expand his bibliography, each book explores new layers of storytelling, whether it’s crafting epic adventures or diving into the emotional depth of the characters. His works are filled with tension, humor, and an underlying sense of hope that balances the darker aspects of his universes.

Known for his passionate engagement with fans and a commitment to producing the stories they crave, Dakota Krout is one of the voices defining modern speculative fiction. His ability to blend humor with high-stakes adventure, along with his mastery of complex characters, ensures that his books will continue to excite readers for years to come. If you’re looking for a story that’s as thrilling as it is thought-provoking, Krout’s work promises to deliver exactly that.

Year of the Sword

In a world where each month shapes its own kingdom, the Year of the Sword plunges readers into a land ruled by power, cunning, and ancient artifacts that can turn ordinary lives into legends, or tragedies. The story follows Grant Leap, a lowborn farmhand whose fate shifts when a mysterious celestial event grants him a legendary weapon, thrusting him into challenges that test not just strength, but wit, endurance, and moral choice.

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Each installment, Lord January, Lady February, and Dokeshi March, unfolds a new slice of this intricately crafted realm. From snow‑choked highlands to bustling urban districts, every month carries its own trials, its own competitions, and its own secret rules that Grant must learn to navigate. Progression is never simple; power comes with cost, and the line between ally and enemy blurs as he grapples with the responsibilities his newfound abilities bring.

What distinguishes this series is its fusion of epic fantasy and LitRPG progression, where worldbuilding emerges through action, challenges, and exploration rather than exposition. Readers witness growth not only in combat skill but in identity and strategy, as the narrative balances high-stakes adventure with moments of humor, surprise, and clever subversion of fantasy tropes. Themes of resilience, ambition, and self-discovery weave naturally into a story where every choice can ripple into unexpected consequences.

Year of the Sword resonates with fans of immersive fantasy worlds, strategic progression, and richly layered characters. It invites readers to step into a universe where survival demands more than courage, it demands intelligence, adaptability, and the willingness to embrace change, making every page a challenge, a triumph, and a revelation.


Year of the Sword consists of three books and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of one more book. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.

Lord January (Year of the Sword #1)
★ 10.00 / 1
Lady February (Year of the Sword #2)
Unrated
Dokeshi March (Year of the Sword #3)
Unrated
Year of the Sword Book 4 (Year of the Sword #4)
⧗ 9.34 / 3


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