Welcome to the World of Crusade of the Sword

When I first began writing Crusade of the Sword in 2021, visualizing the world was essential. I started by sketching creatures and locations from the story—simple pencil drawings that served as a creative compass while I wrote. Over time, those early sketches evolved into fully rendered illustrations, and what you see on this page is the result of that journey.

Here you’ll find a collection of artwork that brings the world of Crusade of the Sword to life—its landscapes, beasts, and mysterious artifacts. Whether you’ve read the books or are simply discovering this world for the first time, I hope these images spark your imagination. The gallery begins with the polished, detailed pieces, followed by the original pencil drawings that helped shape the visual foundation of the story.

Enjoy exploring—and if you haven’t yet stepped into the world of Crusade of the Sword, perhaps these visuals will inspire you to begin the adventure.


Kevin F.J. Harris, Author

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The Artwork of Crusade of the Sword

Though these images are not found within the pages of Crusade of the Sword, they were forged in tandem with the tale—born of the same fire that shaped Almithara. Here you’ll find visions of beasts, heroes, and forgotten lands, each rendered to stir the imagination and draw you deeper into the world that lies beyond the written word.

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Ishk'aldu

The home of the Mistborne Clan, and where our story begins.

Book 1 - League of the Sword

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Lokarta

Capitol of the human kingdoms, throne of King Gustav Adlersparre.

Book 1 - League of the Sword

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H.M.S. Perseverance

The mightiest of warships in all the human kingdoms.

Book 1 - League of the Sword

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Rofaca

Rofaca is the city of the Magi in the northern desert of Frondar.

Book 1 - League of the Sword

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Fluffel Cakes

Fluffel cakes are a human delicacy, but rarely found in most inns.

Book 1 - League of the Sword

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Volar Thistletwig

High King of the Ents, guardians of The Green in Endalia.

Book 1 - League of the Sword

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Citadel of Hevoria

The Citadel of Hevoria, home of the celestial titans who govern universes.

Book 2 - Ascension of Twilight

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Enval

The great dwarven city of Enval located within the mountain known as Storm King.

Book 2 - Ascension of Twilight

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Flyräv

A Flyräv (Flee-rev) is a flying creature tamed and used by the dwarves of Enval.

Book 2 - Ascension of Twilight

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Snow Troll

The League of the Sword had to fight and defeat one of these for the dwarves of Enval.

Book 2 - Ascension of Twilight

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McGowan

The human colony in Estari.

Book 2 - Ascension of Twilight

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Xozikxis

Xozikxis (Yoh-zick-yees) inhabit the forested regions of Estari.

Book 2 - Ascension of Twilight

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Apas

Hostile proto humanoids who inhabit northwestern Estari.

Book 2 - Ascension of Twilight

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Troll of Entath

A friendly troll who lives in Entath, in southern Estari.

Book 2 - Ascension of Twilight

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Troll of Yxaxi

A hostile troll warrior who lives in Yxaxi, in northern Soran.

Book 2 - Ascension of Twilight

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Älavains

Magical beings of deceit who inhabit the Telasian Isles.

Book 2 - Ascension of Twilight

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Kyri

Home of the winged magical beings known as the Älavains.

Book 2 - Ascension of Twilight

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Aelka

Home of the Fiskoors, half fish, half humanoid beings.

Book 2 - Ascension of Twilight

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Ansopti

Ansopti inhabit the Mistborne Sea near the city of Aelka.

Book 2 - Ascension of Twilight

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Soarooan

Soarooans are a predatory fish that inhabit the Mistborne Sea.

Book 2 - Ascension of Twilight

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Chartok

The last of the Ashen Warchiefs, a brutal overlord.

Book 3 - Tears of the Titans

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Rogea

Refuge of pirates, outlaws, and the worst of the sea’s filth.

Book 3 - Tears of the Titans

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Rogean Pirates

A pirate ship cuts the waves beneath a crimson Rogean banner.

Book 3 - Tears of the Titans

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Y'Siria

Y'Siria, a great city located in the desert, home of the Hästkala.

Book 3 - Tears of the Titans

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Hästkala

The Hästkala, centaurs with a human chest and head, and a horse’s body.

Book 3 - Tears of the Titans

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Il'Thale

The Elves of Il’Thale (ILL-THA-LAY) are exiles from the extinct Ish’ath clan.

Book 3 - Tears of the Titans

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Hälfta

Hälfta (Holf-tuh) is the home of the Hälftens on the island of Irshire.

Book 3 - Tears of the Titans

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Arikk Muttleflak

Arikk Muttleflak, leader (Anfur in their native tongue) of the Hälftens.

Book 3 - Tears of the Titans

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Fuzzleback

Fuzzlebacks are large animals which the Hälftens raise and farm.

Book 3 - Tears of the Titans

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Ish'thol

A village in the Northern Wastes, home to exiles of the Ish'ath clan.

Book 3 - Tears of the Titans

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The Bastion

Fortress of the Crystal Oracle, where the Magi commune with it.

Book 3 - Tears of the Titans

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The Sanctum

Where the Crystal Oracle and the Magi of Rofaca commune.

Book 3 - Tears of the Titans

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TukTuk

TukTuk inhabit the south polar region of Almithara.

Book 3 - Tears of the Titans

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Pilara

The southern polar land of the Norrans.

Book 3 - Tears of the Titans

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Norrans

Bear like humanoids in the arctic land of Pilara.

Book 3 - Tears of the Titans

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The City of Nora

The city of the Norrans.

Book 3 - Tears of the Titans

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The Norran Throne Room

The great throne room of the Norrans.

Book 3 - Tears of the Titans

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Relaikian Desert

A desert located in southern Soran.

Book 3 - Tears of the Titans

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Vorundrak

A dread ancient, made when the world was new.

Book 3 - Tears of the Titans

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Winika

Home to the people known as the Nissae.

Book 3 - Tears of the Titans

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Sylvaril

Treasured by the Nissae for healing power.

Book 3 - Tears of the Titans

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Aetherveil

A tool used by the Conclave to view worlds.

Book 3 - Tears of the Titans

Hand Drawn Artwork

These hand-drawn pieces were some of the earliest visual explorations of Crusade of the Sword. Created during the development of the story, they helped shape the look and feel of the world—capturing initial ideas for the creatures, environments, and characters that would later define Almithara. Simple but purposeful, they offer a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process.

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Ishk'aldu

The home of the Mistborne Clan, where the whole story begins.

Book 1 - League of the Sword

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Deso

The sacred land of the elves, where their ancestors are buried.

Book 1 - League of the Sword

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Silligar

Warchief of the Ashen, and servant of Zarenthrix, god of the underworld.

Book 1 - League of the Sword

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Ent

Ents are creatures that resemble trees. They are shepherds and guardians of the forests.

Book 1 - League of the Sword

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Rofaca

Rofaca (Roh-fa-kah) is the city of the Magi located in the northern desert of Frondar.

Book 1 - League of the Sword

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Lokarta

Lokarta is the capitol of the human lands and home to King Gustav Adlersparre.

Book 1 - League of the Sword

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H.M.S. Perseverance

Warship of the King, located in Horsehead Bay near Lokarta.

Book 1 - League of the Sword

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Snow Troll

Snoapa, a snow troll, which the League faced in book two alongside the dwarves.

Book 2 - Ascension of Twilight

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Xozikxis

Xozikxis inhabit the jungles of Estari, and are cared for by the trolls of Entath.

Book 2 - Ascension of Twilight

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Älavains

Älavains (El-uh-vains) are winged humanoids who live on the Telasian Isles.

Book 2 - Ascension of Twilight

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Aelka

Aelka is the underwater city of the Fiskoors (Fis-who-ars).

Book 2 - Ascension of Twilight

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Ansopti

Ansopti are underwater creatures who inhabit the part of the sea around the city of Aelka.

Book 2 - Ascension of Twilight

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Soarooan

Soarooans are a large predatory fish who hunt primarily Ansopti.

Book 2 - Ascension of Twilight

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Citadel of Hevoria

An early sketch which was scrapped due the design of the buildings.

Book 2 - Ascension of Twilight

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Keryl

A drawing of the rogue, Keryl, who makes his debut in book two.

Book 2 - Ascension of Twilight

Maps

Explore the world of Crusade of the Sword through a series of maps, both hand-drawn and fully rendered. These maps offer a deeper look at Almithara’s landscapes—its kingdoms, wild regions, and forgotten places—serving as a visual guide to the journeys and conflicts that shape the story.

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Mael

Where our grand tale begins, the continent of Mael.

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Hade

Birthplace of the prophecy, home to the orcs and the Ashen.

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The World of Almithara

A map of the entire world of Almithara, a two month project.

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The Telasian Isles

Home to the winged beings of magic known as the Älavains.

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Estari & Soran

Once one massive continent, it split millions of years ago into two.

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The Elven Kingdoms

First of the early sketches made in 2010 before the story was written.

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Mael

Second of the early sketches made in 2010 before the story was written.

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Hade

Last of the early sketches made in 2010 before the story was written.

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The World of Almithara

This was the base sketch done in 2021 for the entire world.

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Mael

Fine detailed, hand drawn, map of Mael.

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Almithara

Fine detailed, hand drawn, map of Almithara.

All content Copyright ©2026, Kevin Harris. All Rights Reserved. All artwork displayed on this site is the intellectual property of Kevin Harris and may not be copied, reproduced, distributed, or used in any form without prior written permission.
Version 1.5.1 - January 2026