Trigger Warnings & Content Notes

 

Moonborn is fantastical and magical, yet deeply dark at times. This page provides comprehensive content warnings to help you decide if this story is right for you.

 

Major Trigger Warnings

 

Slavery & Enslavement – The protagonist is enslaved and stripped of identity and agency. Depictions of control, forced labor, dehumanization, and the psychological impact of captivity throughout the early narrative.

 

Abuse (Physical, Emotional, Psychological) – Sustained physical abuse, emotional manipulation, control through fear and isolation, and coercive control via magical braces. Abuse is central to the protagonist's trauma and healing arc.

 

Loss of Agency & Captivity – Prolonged depiction of powerlessness, forced obedience, and the inability to make autonomous choices. Magical systems that compel action against one's will.

 

Trauma & PTSD – Detailed exploration of trauma responses, dissociation, flashbacks, and the psychological aftermath of abuse and enslavement. Trauma processing is woven throughout the narrative.

 

Violence & Murder – Graphic depictions of violence, battle scenes, murder, and death. Includes violence against both named and unnamed characters. Some scenes are intense and disturbing.

 

Self-Harm & Suicidal Ideation – References to self-harm and suicidal thoughts as trauma responses. Not glorified; portrayed authentically as part of the character's healing journey and struggle for survival.

 

Grief & Loss – Death of loved ones, loss of identity, prolonged mourning, and themes of sacrifice. Exploration of cosmic loss and the cycle of death and rebirth.

 

Sexual Content – Moderate to explicit sexual content between consenting adults. Includes both fade-to-black and on-page intimate scenes.

 

Emotional Manipulation & Coercion – Divine beings manipulating mortals for cosmic purposes. Magical coercion and forced bonding that compel action against one's will.

 

Body Horror – Soul shards, magical wounding, scarring from control devices, descriptions of magical corruption, and physical manifestations of trauma.

 

Death & Dying – Multiple deaths, including gods dying and being reborn. Exploration of mortality, the cycle of death and rebirth, and the finality of loss.

 

Forced Bonding – Magical bonds that compel loyalty and action. Exploration of consent and agency within magical systems.

 

Burning & Fire – Scenes depicting people being burned alive. Graphic and disturbing imagery.

 

Religious Trauma & Oppression – Oppressive religious and governmental systems, forced worship, religious persecution, and control through fear and doctrine.

 

Abandonment & Betrayal – Themes of being left behind, betrayal by trusted figures, and the emotional aftermath of broken trust.

 

Intensity Notes (Spoiler-Free)

 

Early Chapters: Intense depictions of slavery, abuse, and control. The opening establishes the darkness of the protagonist's situation.

 

Mid-Book: Trauma processing, violence, grief, and emotional intensity increase. Scenes of battle and loss.

 

Climactic Sequences: High-stakes conflict, sacrifice, and life-or-death consequences. Emotionally and physically intense.

 

Throughout: Themes of healing, agency, and love serve as counterbalance to the darkness. The narrative arc moves toward empowerment and hope.

 

Reader Support

 

Your well-being matters. If any of these themes are triggering for you, please:

 

• Read with support (trusted friend, therapist, or support community)

• Take breaks as needed.

• Skip sections if necessary for your mental health.

• Prioritize your healing over completing the story

 

Note from the Author

 

Moonborn is written for survivors—those who have felt invisible, powerless, or trapped. This story honors your journey and the courage it takes to reclaim your agency and find your way home.The darkness in these pages reflects real pain, but the heart of this book is about healing, love, and the fierce truth that you deserve freedom and belonging.

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Your healing matters. 🌙