Horde of the Counterwind: An Epic Voyage to the Upper Reaches
Voyage Upper Reaches: Horde of the Counterwind is Alain Damasio’s epic fantasy and science-fiction novel, presented here in an English-language edition. Its premise follows twenty-three adventurers climbing against a powerful wind to seek its source, with shifting narrators and a world shaped by seven types of wind. The listing describes the book as an inspiration for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.
At a glance
- Follows twenty-three adventurers on a long climb toward the Upper Reaches and the source of a mysterious wind.
- The listing describes a setting with seven types of wind and a narrative that moves among narrators.
- Presented as the first English publication of a novel originally published in 2004, according to the listing.
- The title and description identify Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 as drawing inspiration from the novel.
Reference price: $32.00
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Its ensemble of twenty-three characters and wind-defined world gives readers an expansive fantasy and science-fiction premise.
- The English-language edition makes the novel accessible to English readers, according to the listing.
Technical specifications
7 specifications| Publisher | Harry N. Abrams |
|---|---|
| Publication date | October 13, 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 528 pages |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1419792588 |
| Dimensions | 6.5 x 1.5 x 9.5 inches |
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| Weight listed | 1.5 pounds |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers seeking a long-form fantasy or science-fiction journey with an unusual wind-centered setting.
- Readers interested in the novel identified in the listing as an inspiration for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Horde of the Counterwind about?
The listing describes twenty-three adventurers climbing against a wind that afflicts their homeland to find its mysterious source.
Is this edition in English?
Yes. The listed language is English, and the description presents it as the novel’s first English publication.
How long is the book?
The listed print length is 528 pages.
What connection does the listing make to Clair Obscur: Expedition 33?
It describes the novel as one of the inspirations for the game.
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