The Dark Profit Saga

J. Zachary Pike

In a world where adventurers are the backbone of the economy, a struggling party must learn to survive not just monsters and mayhem, but the brutal realities of budgeting, supply chains, and market forces. As they chase quests and negotiate contracts, their choices reveal how “orconomics”—the practical economics of everyday fantasy life—shapes risk, reward, and long-term success. Blending humor with sharp, accessible economic thinking, the story explores themes of scarcity, incentives, entrepreneurship, and the hidden costs behind every heroic decision. Written in a fast, game-like style that feels both satirical and surprisingly insightful, it turns classic dungeon-crawling into a clever lens on how systems really work.

J. Zachary Pike

A disgraced dwarven hero, haunted by past failures, finds himself entangled with a group of spectacularly inept adventurers. Their quest for redemption takes a perilous turn, suggesting that some mistakes are best left buried. This humorous epic fantasy plunges into a world where financial acumen meets high adventure, offering a fresh and witty take on classic tropes. Prepare for rib-tickling shenanigans and second-rate heroes in a story that hilariously blends the mundane with the magical.