Trigger warnings for Thorn of Charbon

⚠️ Trigger & Content Warnings

The Thorns of Charbon Institute Trilogy

This series contains dark, explicit, and emotionally charged content intended for mature audiences (18+).
It explores trauma, consent, control, and recovery in a magical dystopian world where morality is often gray.
Please read responsibly and prioritize your well-being.

💔 Emotional & Psychological Triggers

• Grooming and manipulation

• Gaslighting and emotional abuse

• Psychological control and coercion

• PTSD, trauma flashbacks, and anxiety

• Power imbalance between teacher/student and authority figures

• Mental health struggles and dissociation

• Self-blame and survivor’s guilt

🔥 Sexual Content & Boundaries

• Explicit sexual scenes (MF, MM, MMF, and group scenes)

• Dubious consent (dub-con) and power-driven sexual dynamics

• Sexual assault (non-graphic references and on-page trauma reactions)

• Manipulative sexual relationships

• Exploration of sexual healing and reclaiming bodily autonomy

• Polyamorous / reverse harem dynamics with emotional and physical complexity

🩸 Physical Violence & Bodily Harm

• Physical assault and restraint

• Blood, injury, and mild body horror (magical transformations, magic burns)

• Miscarriage (referenced and discussed)

• Torture and medical experimentation (mild-to-moderate detail)

• Death and aftermath of violence

⚗️ Themes & Setting

• Dystopian magical reform academy

• Corrupt governing system (Magical Authorities)

• Forced rehabilitation, imprisonment, and loss of agency

• Mind control, magical possession, and moral ambiguity

• Queer representation and M/M relationships

• Healing through connection, choice, and autonomy