Of Masks and Chromes

Of Masks and Chromes is the first book in The Red Harlequin series and precedes Kingdom of Deceit. The protagonist is Asheva, like all books; with the exception of Chtomio and Sybilla in The Seer.

Shortened Synopsis
"Our world is different than yours. What matters here is your Chrome."

In a world where everyone wears masks and superstitions abound, the color of your chrome determines who you are and where you will live.

And if you will live.

Note: This synopsis is present on the back of the paperback version of the book.

Full Synopsis
“Before you can break out of prison, you must first realize you’re locked up.”

In an ancient world divided by colors, where everyone wears masks, superstitions abound, and mysterious creatures called the Harlequins exist…

Here, a clever teen of the Black Chromes named Asheva loses everything he’s ever known and embarks on a treacherous and exciting journey that takes him through the wild forests of the Black Nation to the vast plains of Ayas, a Blue Chrome city of astounding beauty, where further danger lies.

But the journey will also result in an astonishing truth, when Asheva ultimately discovers that beneath the masks all Chromes wear, nothing is what it seems.

Plot
Asheva and his father walk towards the squared of Axyum to witness the execution of a Harlequin. Andahar, Asheva's friend, is also present for the execution alongside all Black Chromes of Axyum.

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Trivia

 * This book formally introduces Asheva as the main protagonist of the series. It also introduces some other characters that frequent the other books.
 * In the paperback version of the book, there is a Chrome Guide at the back of it.