Looking for some feedback on the first part of a revision of my series(fantasy: 6.8k words)

[Jmanchu]

So, I'm looking for possible beta-readers (may also be down for editing... maybe), for a rework of the first part of my ongoing series (A Ballad of Light and Darkness). It's mythic fantasy in theme, Dunsanian, Tolkien-esque, Dark fantasy, a bit of 'chosen hero' trope, etc.

It has dark elves.

I've redone the prose almost completely. A little EMOTIVE in focus, a little archaic in diction (only a little), more "Dunsanian"... It's more baroque at times, if you will... Particularly with the new Chapter 1, after the prologue. It's also a little bit maximalist.

Chapter 1 starts very atmosphere and mood focused, so heads up. after a years long hiatus. Reworked the story to suit my vision of it much better, compared to the first version of the first part published here. The revision is almost completely different.

Some warnings:

-There are no sex scenes in this first part. There is some slightly sensual dark elf dancing, though.

-There is an SA attempt in the last scene, unsuccessful, but just thought I should add the warning, anyways.

 

[Jmanchu]

Anyways.

Looking for:
-People who appreciate some good old fantasy.
-Preferably people who don't mind ornate prose (though, I do understand that my prose maaay... be a little dense at times... but I am looking into that in my edits. You can point it out, if you want. I don't mind criticism.)
-Lovers of atmosphere in writing.
-Or anyone just interested.