The Whisperer’s Windfall Quest

Launched March 2022 — Still Unsolved After Three Years

Embark on a Quest of Mystery and Intrigue

For three years, readers across Etheria have searched, theorized, and decoded the pages of Windborne Fate. Yet the secret remains unclaimed.

Now, as the release of Hollow Bloom draws near, the clock is ticking. This is your final chance to solve the mystery and etch your name into Etherian history forever.

See Terms and Conditions for full participation rules.

Your Quest

  1. Discover the Acrostic Cipher
    Uncover the hidden acrostic cipher concealed within Windborne Fate.

  2. Unveil the Riddle
    Use the cipher to reveal the riddle woven into the heart of the story.

  3. Locate Key Clues
    Over a dozen clues lie scattered throughout the book—each one essential to deciphering the final answer.

  4. Submit Your Solution
    When you’ve solved it, compile your answer and include at least four of the clues that led you there.
    Explain your reasoning and send your entry to:
    quest@theelemancers.com
    (Include your name and contact details.)

Hints for Success

  • Study every page; clues are hidden in plain sight.

  • Think beyond the obvious — some answers lie between the lines.

  • Let the story guide you. The truth is buried within Etheria’s lore.

Deadline & Prizes

  • Deadline: All submissions must be received by May 15, 2026.

  • Prize: The first reader to correctly solve the puzzle and list at least four used clues will receive:

    • $1,000 Cash Prize

    • Signed copies of all current and future books in The Elemancer Chronicles — Books 1–3 upon Hollow Bloom’s release, and Books 4–7 as they launch.

    • Seven exclusive map posters, one for each book in the series.

    • Official recognition on The Elemancer Chronicles website and social media channels as “The Whisperer’s Windfall Champion.”

If multiple correct solutions are submitted on the same day, the cash prize will be divided.

Winner Announcement

The winner will be revealed once the puzzle is solved, through:

The Final Challenge

Three years. Countless attempts.

The mystery remains unsolved.

Will you be the one to uncover the Whisperer’s secret — before the bloom?

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