King's Fall

The combination creates a unique world, but I'm curious whether this mashup was planned from the start or evolved during writing. How did the author decide to merge these genres?

The strategic maneuvers and alliances felt really compelling, sometimes more than the action scenes. Was this a deliberate choice to focus more on diplomacy and betrayal?

The characters' motivations felt very layered, making their choices more impactful. I'm wondering what process Evan Currie used to keep their arcs so engaging.