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Retired Dark Lord, Full-Time Baker

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Once a fearsome Dark Lord who ruled with an iron fist and an unholy collection of enchanted weapons, Vexar has traded in his dark mantle for an apron, a rolling pin, and an overwhelming obsession with sourdough. After an undisclosed incident—likely involving a heroic duel, a very poorly timed betrayal, and possibly a broken enchanted sword—Vexar retired from world domination to open Vexar’s Very Good Buns, the finest bakery in the whimsical town of Dunderidge Crossing. But life as a humble baker isn't without its complications. Between accidentally scaring the townsfolk with his intimidating presence, accidentally using dark magic to heat the oven (again), and accidentally becoming embroiled in petty bakery rivalries and town politics, Vexar finds that running a peaceful little shop isn't as easy as tossing dough into a well-baked future. With a steady stream of quirky customers—including an old nemesis who insists on ordering pastries, a particularly sassy potion delivery courier, and the town's mysterious hero who keeps reappearing for scones—Vexar must learn to navigate the simple life while grappling with the occasional resurrection of ancient foes... all while ensuring the croissants come out golden and the jams are just right. Can a Dark Lord truly leave his past behind? Or is he destined to rise again—this time with a tray of muffins?
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