Every great adventure introduces new faces, new challenges—and, sometimes, unexpected allies. In The Siren’s Call, the second book in The Crimson Legacy fantasy series, readers will discover just that: a deeper dive into the lore and the arrival of new characters forged not only in fiction, but from fragments of real-life encounters.
One of the most fascinating additions to this chapter is the emergence of Molon Labe—a group whose presence shifts the tides of both trust and tension. But their inclusion in the world of Ambrose wasn’t just a natural extension of the story... it was inspired by real players in the world of Atlas, a pirate-themed online multiplayer game where alliances are as fragile as sails in a storm or in a battle on the high seas.
Real Players, Fictional Legends
Characters like Justin Quiet, Stryker, Drinky Crow, S, John Silver, and James Korn weren’t imagined in isolation—they were born from real interactions, alliances, and even conflicts that unfolded on the high seas of Atlas. Some of those experiences were intense, even cruel. But out of the chaos, something remarkable happened: we found common ground. We became a team.
James Korn, in particular, began as an adversary—a formidable force determined to assert dominance. Much like Ambrose in The Siren’s Call, I initially chose diplomacy. I believed in the power of words, peace, and mutual benefit. But in the world of competitive gaming and sharp-tongued banter, intentions can easily be misunderstood.
When Diplomacy Fails
At the time, most members of Molon Labe were, as they say, “retired” or inactive. Agreements were made, ground rules set... but as in life, everything can shift with a single word. A single sentence triggered a storm—fury, disdain, and an unraveling of what we thought was a mutual understanding.
What followed was a whirlwind of betrayal, shifting loyalties, and the forging of something far more powerful than a temporary alliance: respect, forged in conflict and sealed in unexpected unity.
Much like the characters of The Crimson Legacy, real people carry stories of resilience, redemption, and evolution—and that’s what makes their fictional counterparts resonate so deeply on the page.
🌊 But That’s Just the Beginning…
The full story of how Molon Labe’s influence shaped The Siren’s Call—and what happened next—is one worth telling. But as with any great tale, we must leave you hanging…
What happened after the chaos erupted? Who stood by whom—and what did it cost?
Stay tuned for the next chapter of this behind-the-scenes look into the real-life inspiration behind The Crimson Legacy.
With heart,
Ambrose Fider
Author of The Crimson Legacy: The Isle of Legends and The Siren’s Call