The Numair Chronicles

Before he became one of the realm’s most powerful mages, Numair Salmalín was just a gifted boy named Arram Draper—a boy whose magic ran deeper, stranger, and more dangerous than anyone could have foreseen.

The Numair Chronicles isn’t just a prequel—it’s an origin story that pulses with youthful energy, raw ambition, and the undercurrent of something darker stirring beneath the surface. Set in the early days of the Tortall Universe, this fantasy series invites readers into the heart of the Imperial University of Carthak, where arcane study meets political peril, and where friendships are forged in fire.

Arram’s journey through this elite institution is filled with wonder—magical creatures, elemental spells, and mind-bending lessons—but it’s also laced with the disquiet of knowing he doesn’t quite fit the mold. His powers are too volatile, his questions too bold. As he navigates the complexities of growing up gifted in a world where power is currency, the series quietly builds toward the moment when boyhood ends and destiny begins.

The Numair Chronicles consists of one book 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.