Sleight of Hand

Important note: These are old, preedited chapters, join the discord to be a beta reader: https://discord.gg/zqN7GBPE The story is currently getting heavily edited in terms of writing, and getting a proper cover image. I'll begin publishing once more with a more polished story and frequent uploads, and with a huge backlog. If you're interested in the world, follow me as the author or join the discord at the bottom of the synopsis. I should be uploading the edited version in a few weeks! Thanks! Synopsis:In a world where your affinity score determines your worth, Evel, a street magician is practically worthless. Sixty. The score of fodder meant to give combat experience to rising stars. His core ability, an invisible hand incapable of harming others, hardly helped in a world where power was absolute,But in a world stuck in a century-long war and constant conflict, after having lived a life of running and cowering, how pathetic would he be if he didn't even try?  The biggest risk was refusing to take one. His options were clear, and joining the lethal recruitment trial of the Imperium where death seemed a certainty for somebody like him was the first step to grasping his future in his own hands.Yet with a weak affinity, no background, and an ability incapable of harm, the deck was stacked against him. Thankfully, he was quite familiar with cards with enough hard work, preparation, and a little sleight of hand, maybe it really was possible to tip the odds in his favor. What to expect:- Weak but capable MC- Tactical combat where every advantage must be exploited for a chance- Smart enemies, smart allies- Many schemes, plots, between all the major playersI've always wanted to read a story about a true underdog, so I decided to write it.Join the discord!: https://discord.gg/zqN7GBPE