The Recommended Reading Order
The Metal Mage series is highly serialized and tells a single, continuous story. Unlike franchises with complicated timelines or multiple overlapping spin-offs, Mason Flint's journey is direct and linear. For the best experience, you should read the books in their exact publication order, beginning with the first novel and proceeding sequentially through to the final book.
Because the plot builds directly from one volume to the next, skipping books will cause you to miss crucial character developments, romantic progressions, and the evolution of Mason's mechanical designs. There are no side stories, standalone collections, or alternative chronological paths to worry about.
Metal Mage Books in Order
Below is the complete chronological and publication list of the Metal Mage series. The entire saga was published rapidly between December 2018 and the end of 2020:
- Metal Mage (2018) – Mason is transported to the magical realm of Illaria, discovers his dual affinity as a Terra and Metal Mage, and begins crafting modern firearms.
- Metal Mage 2 (2019) – Mason expands his arsenal and builds "Big Guy," a steam-powered battle golem, to counter regional bandits.
- Metal Mage 3 (2019) – Political and military stakes rise as Mason's technological revolution catches the attention of rival factions.
- Metal Mage 4 (2019) – Mason continues to fortify his domain, balancing defensive warfare with growing relationships.
- Metal Mage 5 (2019) – Conflict with the corrupted mages intensifies as Mason introduces advanced firearms tactics.
- Metal Mage 6 (2019) – Mason's influence spreads beyond the human kingdoms, attracting new allies and deeper threats.
- Metal Mage 7 (2019) – The series dives deeper into the lore of elemental magic and ancient deities guiding Mason's path.
- Metal Mage 8 (2019) – Mason utilizes lethal, complex modern innovations to confront a corrupt magical order.
- Metal Mage 9 (2019) – Mason faces direct aggression from the ruling classes of Illaria who fear his industrial weapons.
- Metal Mage 10 (2020) – The war escalates, pushing Mason to design even more sophisticated defensive grids.
- Metal Mage 11 (2020) – Mason ventures into new territories, seeking rare ores to fuel his industrial war machine.
- Metal Mage 12 (2020) – High-stakes diplomatic negotiations are backed by the threat of Mason's superior technological weaponry.
- Metal Mage 13 (2020) – The final battle lines are drawn as Mason's alliances solidify.
- Metal Mage 14 (2020) – The penultimate volume, dealing with massive siege battles and the culmination of the character arcs.
- Metal Mage 15 (2020) – The epic conclusion where Mason Flint and his allies face off against the Master and the elven hierarchy.
What to Know Before You Start
Metal Mage belongs to the popular online subgenres of isekai (transported to another world), harem lit, and LitRPG / GameLit, although it leans more heavily on rational engineering and survival mechanics than strict spreadsheet-style stats. Mason Flint is a modern protagonist who uses his knowledge of 21st-century manufacturing and metallurgy to construct gunpowder, rifles, and armor in a medieval fantasy setting. A key appeal of the series is watching how local magical rules (like Earth and Fire magic) are combined with chemistry and physics to bypass the traditional limitations of fantasy combat.
Readers should also note that the series is written under the pen name Eric Vall, a highly prolific brand that produces fast-paced, action-oriented, and sensual pulp fantasy. Expect a focus on action, steady pacing, romance, and wish-fulfillment over deeply complex literary prose.
Spin-offs, Audiobooks, and Crossovers
Although Eric Vall has written dozens of other series in similar fantasy and sci-fi subgenres, there are no official spin-offs, crossovers, or sequels featuring Mason Flint. The 15-book arc is fully complete and self-contained, wrapping up the central conflict in the final volume.
For fans of audiobooks, the entire Metal Mage catalog has been produced in audio format. The audiobooks are narrated by the dual narration team of Christopher Boucher and Jessica Threet, who are well-known voice actors within the fantasy isekai and harem genres. Listening to the audiobooks follows the exact same 15-book sequence.