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Quick Answer

Start Infinity Blade by Brandon Sanderson with "Infinity Blade--awakening", then follow the publication sequence. This order preserves the intended narrative twists and world-building progression.

Novellas set in the universe of the popular video game series.

Official Verdict

Short Answer:
Start with "Infinity Blade--awakening"

To experience the narrative as intended, read the main sequence in Publication Order.Ignore novellas and side stories until you finish the first 3 core novels. This resolves all timeline confusion and preserves every major twist.

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Community Consensus

Low Debate

"The author (Brandon Sanderson) explains that there are at least two stories/novellas. The first story is relatively standalone and requires only a basic understanding of the game's premise. The second novella, which takes place between games two and three, is directly linked to the events of those games and requires significant context to understand."

Key Reddit Advice

Start with the first story/novella. The novella situated between games two and three should be read only after obtaining context (e.g., watching cinematic cut-scenes from the second game).

Why This Order Is Confusing

Many reading lists for Infinity Blade conflict because early publishers often labeled short story collections as standalone novels, or rearranged internal chronologies for marketing. This guide follows original author intent and narrative continuity to settle the debate for good.

Can I skip the short stories?

Technically yes, but we strongly advise against it for Infinity Blade. The shorter volumes often establish the core character motivations and world-building that the main saga assumes you already know.

I watched the show/movie first — where should I start?

Ignore the screen adaptations' timeline. Start with "Infinity Blade--awakening" to see the original depth of the world. The books offer a significantly different (and usually more complete) experience than the on-screen versions.

Why do people disagree on the order?

Disagreement usually stems from the conflict between purely chronological order and publication order. Most long-term fans recommend publication order to preserve the emotional arc and mystery reveals.

Curator's Strategy

Recommended Reading Order Strategy

The authoritative way to read the "Infinity Blade" series is in Publication Order. Start with the first published book. It's the way the author intended the world to be revealed.This ensures you experience character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.

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Publication Reading Order2 Titles

Why Publication Order?We recommend reading in Publication Order (default). This follows the author's release schedule, ensuring you experience plot twists, character growth, and world-building exactly as intended without spoilers.
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Infinity Blade--awakening

Pub: 2018Optional

Trained from birth in swordplay and combat, a young knight named Siris has journeyed to the Dark Citadel with a single purpose: fight through the army of Titans to face the tyrannical God King in one-on-one combat. This was his father's sacred mission, and his father's before him, going back countless generations in an effort to free their people from enslavement. But when Siris somehow succeeds where all those from his bloodline previously have failed, he finds himself cast into a much larger world, filled with warriors and thieves, ancient feuds and shifting alliances, Deathless immortals and would-be kings. His quest for freedom will take him on an epic journey in search of the mythical figure known as the Worker of Secrets - the one being in the world who can unravel the secrets of the Infinity Blade.

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Infinity Blade--redemption

Pub: 2014

Plot details hidden until you finish "Infinity Blade--awakening".

Siris begins his quest to defeat the God King, navigating a world of endless rebirth and deadly technology to claim the powerful Infinity Blade.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it okay to skip books in the Infinity Blade series?

We recommend ignoring novellas and short stories until you finish the core sequence. However, main sequence novels should never be skipped as they contain critical character development and plot progression.

What is the best order to read Infinity Blade?

The final answer for the best experience is to start with "Infinity Blade--awakening" and proceed in publication order. This sequence preserves character developments and plot reveals exactly as Brandon Sanderson intended.

Can I read Infinity Blade books in any order?

No. The main narrative is strictly sequential. Skipping volumes or reading out of order will lead to significant plot spoilers and confusion regarding character arcs.

Are there spin-offs or companion books?

Yes, the Infinity Blade universe includes several companion works. These are marked as 'Optional' in our guide and can be read at any time without disrupting the main storyline.