The pitfighter Kamahl

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	• Odyssey (Odyssey Cycle, Book I) Vance Moore Wizards of the Coast, 2001 - 320 pages view larger image
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The pitfighter Kamahl

Kamahl wants the mirari. Kamahl is a mountain bararian on a quest to win the pit fighting championship and the mirari, an orb which not many can touch. Few people can hardly touch the mirari without it consuming their soul. Kamahl has heard this but still wishes to posses the legendary orb.Krosan beasts seek the orb as well. A giant dragon comes to the Cabal arena and many fighters work to kill it. In the end however Kamahl throws the final blow to the huge monstrosity. The monster falls on top of Kamahl and everyone believes that Kirtar, an order liutenant, destroyed the beast. As a prize kirtar recieves the mirari. Kirtar is then ordered to an Order encampment where Kamahl tries to follow him, but by the time he gets to the citadel, Kirtar is already dead. the Mir ambassador Laquatas takes the orb down underwater. By the sea does Kamahl wait for his chance to posses the mirari.

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A Good Beginning...

This was my first M:TG read. I figured that this was a good place to start, since a whole new storyline begins with this book.

Overall, I enjoyed the introduction to all of the various characters, at least one representing each of the five colors of Magic (Kamahl for red, Laquatus for blue, Braids for black, Seton for green and Pianna/Kirtar for white). While there wasn't a ton of action, there was enough to keep the book entertaining. Besides, major climaxes aren't supposed to happen until the end of a block anyway - at least in my opinion.

So, overall, this was a good first read. 4 out of 5 stars. Recommended especially to new readers as a place to start.

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This book will appeal to new readers, as well as die-hard fans. The perfect entry point for new readers, this book focuses on a fierce competition for one of the most powerful artifacts ever to exist in the Magic: The Gathering game and novels. Major changes are occurring in the Magic universe-changes that devoted fans will be eager to find out about.